La Casa Woodfired Pizza Pasta Bar & Grill – Boronia Tucked along Boronia Road, La Casa Woodfired Pizza Pasta Bar & Grill is more than a restaurant, it’s a local gathering place where great food, laughter, and community spirit meet.   A passion for food and connection La Casa was born from a simple love of good food and a desire to create memorable dining experiences. Owner James, together with his mentor Ralph, brings decades of restaurant experience to Boronia. Ralph’s award-winning career...

Pop Culture Larrikin – Bayswater Step inside Pop Culture Larrikin in Bayswater and you’ll quickly realise, it’s a community hub for pop culture lovers . It’s a place where fans, collectors, and families come together to celebrate creativity, nostalgia, and connection.  Founded by Luke, Pop Culture Larrikin began as an online store in 2023 before opening its physical doors in 2024. With a background in retail management and graphic design, Luke used his experience to bring to life the kind of...

Hochi Mini – Ferntree Gully A taste of home in Ferntree Gully    When Henri Quan and Oanh Tran opened Hochi Mini in December 2019, their goal was to share the comforting, authentic flavours of Vietnam with the local community. What began as a dream to bring Oanh’s home-style cooking to life has become a much-loved local favourite for those seeking flavourful, honest food served with warmth.     “My wife has always been a passionate cook,” Henri explains. “She’s completely self-taught and...