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Melissa Woodley

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As seen in: Time Out, Wiley Online Library, Marriott Bonvoy Traveler, Time Out Brisbane, Time Out Canberra, Time Out Melbourne, Time Out Sydney, Flipboard, Time Out Perth, SBS, NewsBreak and
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Writer by day and home cook by night, Melissa has a passion for sharing stories and encouraging more conversations around the dinner table.

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The place where Adam Liaw eats the best meals in the world

The place where Adam Liaw eats the best meals in the world

From Tokyo's high-end sushi joints to Rome's trattorias, Adam Liaw has been there. However, nothing compares …

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How Poh Ling Yeow reconciled her Malaysian identity through food

How Poh Ling Yeow reconciled her Malaysian identity through food

Celebrity chef Poh Ling Yeow's explosive energy and creative flair in the kitchen comes with ease, but it has…

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12 Of The Best High Teas In Sydney Right Now

12 Of The Best High Teas In Sydney Right Now

Sydneysiders seem to be obsessed with high tea, a British tradition culminating in bottomless hot tea and a t…

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Five ways to cook with broccoli stalks

Five ways to cook with broccoli stalks

Broccoli may not be everyone's childhood favourite, but those little green trees add so much texture and vibr…

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Farewell to Sydney Chinatown's most iconic restaurant

Farewell to Sydney Chinatown's most iconic restaurant

How Hong Kong migrants Eric and Linda Wong built Golden Century into a Sydney institution that served custome…

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How dinner at home shaped the success of the Salloum sisters' Almond Bar

How dinner at home shaped the success of the Salloum sisters' Almond Bar

From peeling garlic on the floor to owning an award-winning Syrian restaurant — this is the journey of the Sy…

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This Victorian vineyard is home to Australia's best wine for 2026

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By Melissa Woodley Verified, Winnie Stubbs Verified
| Time Out Melbourne Verified
If you’re the type of oenophile who plans your weekend getaways around wine tasting and cellar doors, consider your itinerary sorted. Australia’s top wineries have just been crowned by the trusty Halliday Wine Companion – and Victoria’s vineyards claimed a good handful of titles. For 2027, the Halliday Wine Companion Awards recognised Australia’s top wineries across seven major categories – including Wine of the Year and Winemaker of the Year – alongside 18 varietal categories.
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Australians can soon fly to China’s "Forest City" for just $270

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By Melissa Woodley Verified
| Time Out Verified
Aussies are a bit obsessed with travelling to China right now. In the past year, the East Asian country surged to become Australia’s fifth-most popular overseas destination. While the introduction of 30-day visa-free travel has played a major role, expanded flight paths are keeping momentum high. And this spring, the siren call grows even stronger with brand-new flights launching to Guiyang – China’s “Forest City,” famous for its urban mountain landscapes and cool summer climate.
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The 10 coolest retro motels in Australia for your next weekend escape

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By Melissa Woodley Verified
| Time Out Verified
Feel like taking a (road) trip down memory lane? Back in the 1950s, roadside motels were the ultimate cheap-and-chic stays for Aussie travellers wanting to explore their backyard without breaking the bank. Although they’ve been out of fashion for a good few decades, the motels of yesteryear are having a major comeback thanks to a nationwide retro revival. Some of these motels have undergone a serious glow-up since their heyday, while others are newly established with a curated vintage look.
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