Lockdown, but make it delicious.

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RECAP » 5km World Food Tour of Melbourne

RECIPE » My totally foolproof chicken soup

I don't always toot my own horn, but when I do, I've usually made a batch of chicken soup. I've taken a little bit from my Jewish grandmother, a little more from my cousins and added some ingredients that you usually see in Chinese broths. It's ridiculously easy to make, especially when you're at home all day. Simmer up a big batch while in lockdown – you'll thank me later.

LIT IN LOCKDOWN » 3 fun ways to drink like everything's fine, just fine

1. Entrecote, South Yarra: "Mulled wine in a coffee cup. Nobody needs to know... how will they know?" reads the poster. Right across from the Tan, you've never done essential exercise like this before. $7.90 a cup from 10am to 3pm during lockdown.2. Glou, Collingwood: Fancy a refillable, 500ml bottle of negroni for $40 from Smith Street's sustainable wine bar? Swing by or get it delivered within 10km.3. The Everleigh, Fitzroy: The Everleigh's corner bar is the slickest cocktail takeaway operation in town. If lockdown continues, it opens 3pm to 9pm Friday through Sunday, but you can also order home delivery through their website with 20% off and free shipping for the week. Spend $100+ and they'll throw in a four pack of fruit cup spritzed cocktails, too.

NIBBLES » Lockdown Silver Linings

TODAY: Anchovy's banh mi, RichmondA lockdown success story, Anchovy's banh mi are so popular, they're opening a banh mi shop next door to the Richmond restaurant in the near future. Usually only available on weekends, you can score one today between 11am and 3pm (or until sold out). Try the pork sausage.

Tulum's Turkish Street Food, Balaclava

Good Vibes at Lee Ho Fook, CBD

Take a walk through the city for chef Victor Liong's $15 mapo tofu, wagyu char kway teow and signature eggplant at Lee Ho Fook. Served with a big, fat grin – and beer or wine while you wait, should you want a drink. Tuesday to Saturday, 11.30am to 3.30pm.

Mankoushe's "CSP", BrunswickYou've heard of an HSP (Halal Snack Pack), but what about a CSP (Corona Snack Pack)? Mankoush is cramming five vegan and GF Middle Eastern dishes into a box for $15 (add lamb or chicken for $5). Order via Instagram or on 03 9078 9223.

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