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Feast your way around Canberra

Whether you’re after family-friendly restaurants, sweet delights, cosy local cafes, exceptional coffee or fine dining, it’s all here. Take your time to explore Canberra’s eclectic mix of dining styles and cuisines as you indulge in unique foodie experiences that will truly get tastebuds tingling.

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Photographer Eliska Sharp's Guide to Canberra

Published 30 Jul 2026

Join Tasmanian photographer Eliska on her way to spend three days in Canberra.

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Canberra’s Best Hot Chocolates

Published 27 May 2026

Warm up like a local. Canberra hosts an abundance of cafés which serve a mixture of delicious drinks, food and sweet treats, all while being amongst an ambient atmosphere. Here are the best options extending across Canberra’s North, South and City Centre.

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A look inside the growing Australian truffle tourism industry, where dogs sniff and schnapps follow

Published 26 May 2026

VisitCanberra gives a look inside the sensory experience, which visitors can experience with just a short drive from Parliament House, the seat of Australia's national government in heart of the Australian Capital Territory.

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My Perfect Day – Lucy Ings

Published 25 May 2026

Lucy Ings is a ceramicist who operates her business Blackburn Studio out of her backyard. Her works are found in stores around Canberra including the Canberra and Region Visitors Centre, and likely popping up at a seasonal market around town.

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Emiko Davies Guide to 72 hours in Canberra

Published 22 May 2026

Emiko Davies spends 72 hours in Canberra and shares her recommendations for making the most of a destination visit. See where she goes for the best food, coffee, and enrichment over an easeful three days.

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Best Things to Do Along Canberra’s Light Rail Line

Published 19 May 2026

Spanning 12 kilometres and running from early morning until late, Canberra’s light rail is your ticket to a seamless, car-free food crawl. Think of it as a curated tasting trail, connecting neighbourhood cafés, markets, boutiques and some of the city’s best dining.

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Where to go in Canberra for a decadent high tea

Published 23 Apr 2026

Here are 10 places in Canberra to enjoy a decadent high tea in heritage-listed venues, lakeside venues and plush surroundings.

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A Local’s Perfect Day in Canberra: Hany Ezzat

Published 16 Apr 2026

Hany Ezzat is a five-time Brewers Cup finalist and a manager at ONA Coffee, playing a key role in shaping Canberra’s specialty coffee scene. Hany’s perfect day reflects both his craft and his love for the city he calls home.

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Top 5 Places to Try Matcha in Canberra

Published 24 Mar 2026

Whether you are a long‑time matcha lover or matcha‑curious and looking for your next caffeine alternative, Canberra’s matcha scene is thriving. From traditional hand‑whisked brews to creative modern twists, these five spots offer some of the best green sips in the capital.

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Chef Hatted and Awarded Restaurants

Published 25 Feb 2026

Restaurant-goers are more than spoilt for choice when it comes to fine dining in the capital. Canberra is a culinary paradise of chef-hatted and award-winning restaurants.

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A Perfect Day in Canberra with Fred & Zoe of Majura Valley Farm

Published 19 Feb 2026

Fred and Zoe are part of the McGrath Weber family effort behind Majura Valley Farm, one of the oldest operational farms in the Canberra Region, and home of the Sunflower Maze that dazzles locals and visitors alike each autumn.

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Discover the Best Baked Goods in Canberra

Published 18 Jan 2026

In a city that is passionate about its coffee (shoutout to ONA and Redbrick), it’s no surprise that Canberra is also home to some of the most delicious and unique baked goods in the country. And the cherry on top? You won’t have to face crazy hour-long queues to bite into Canberra’s best.

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