It's soup season, slurpers.

P.S. I've caved and joined TikTok, in case you use it too. #TikTokCuriously?P.P.S. Happy milestone birthday to the guy on the other side of the camera, Liam Neal. You can see more of what we do for Seasoned Traveller, and hospitality and tourism partners, at Near Far Productions.

READ » This Chinese soup subscription demystifies traditional broths & makes winter OK

There are a maximum of 50 memberships available at The Good Soup Club. Although it might sound exclusive, it's how Melissa Wong and Melissa Wong (yes, they have identical names) maintain quality, connect with their heritage and share the herbal soups their mothers and grandmothers used to make them. It's perfect for time-poor Melburnians and new mums in need of nourishment (and a membership makes a thoughtful and unique gift).

PSA » The best laksa in Fitzroy is actually vegan

Have you spotted my new local, yet? Kantan Malaysian restaurant opened on Johnston Street, Fitzroy, during September lockdown, bringing with it "I can't believe it's vegan" laksa, St Ali coffee and regional dishes you’ve probably never eaten. I was actually tempted to keep this one a secret, but sharing is caring. Send my love to Hisham!

RECIPE » Cheesy mchadi cornbread from chef Boris Portnoy (+ my favourite restaurant in Melbourne)

Chef and co-owner of Gray & Gray Bread & Wine, Boris Portnoy, first tried this dish in the hills of Georgia while trying to cure a hangover. He's been kind enough to share it, but also try it at his restaurant. Not only is it of the same ilk as Etta, Embla and Marion, it also takes the wine-bar-with-food model that Melbourne does so well but introduces us to Georgian and Russian dishes. Check it out.

Nibbles » Snack-sized food news beyond ST

Book dinner and help raise funds for the COVID crisis in India:May 19: Horn Please (Fitzroy North), Daughter in Law (CBD), Mrs Singh (CBD) and Mr Brownie (South Melbourne) are hosting $80pp dinnersMay 20: Dhaba at the Mill (Kyneton) is doing dinner for $45pp

DRINK CURIOUSLY: Seven Season's Bush Apple Gin

MY MARKET KITCHEN: Minty Pea Falafel RecipeLast week I joined chef Mike Reid on Channel 10's My Market Kitchen. We made minty pea falafels (and by that I mean I squeezed lemons and told him what to do). You can watch the video on Facebook or skip straight to the written recipe on the website.

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