Dedicated to all the quirky waiters out there, hustling for tips as best they can.

Health inspectors are the hidden heroes of the food industry, saving Melburnians from funny tummies and queasy digestion, one dodgy prawn at a time. Victoria Trembath recounts her day.

Nothing says ‘retro’ like a pot of fondue. But visit Melbourne’s Swiss Club and you’ll find that there’s a whole lot more to it than cheesy (pun intended) 1970s throwbacks—fondue is rich with history, traditions and a culture of camaraderie.