Western Australia
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- Denmark
On the mark: This 100-year-old watering hole keeps the country pub dream alive
Following the appointment of an experienced new executive chef, this pub’s future is looking – and tasting – even brighter.
- Max Veenhuyzen
- Review
- Dunsborough
This hometown favourite deserves a place on every South West wish-list
Set in a distinctly West Australian setting, this Dunsborough bar and restaurant champions the southwest in delicious, assured ways.
- Max Veenhuyzen
- Review
- Margaret River
This freewheeling Margaret River pop-up is blazing a new trail for modern Asian cooking
While BMX bandits practice bar spins and grommets drop-in, an emerging cooking talent is serving game-changing dahl, punchy pickles and other bold Burmese cooking.
- Max Veenhuyzen
- Review
- Dunsborough
That’s a wrap: South West favourite expands to a new locale just in time for holidays
The popular Busselton sandwich shop brings its cheery brand of food and drink to a bigger, brighter address.
- Max Veenhuyzen
- Review
- Margaret River
Can the ideal country pub exist in an upwardly mobile regional city? Head south to find out
Past and present, Australian and Asian, local produce and worldly thinking: this Busselton treasure offers a way forward for the beloved neighbourhood pub.
- Max Veenhuyzen
- Review
- Perth
Run by a former Rockpool chef, this Swan Valley restaurant has all the makings of Perth’s next big destination diner
Thoughtfully sourced ingredients treated with a gentle, confident touch beat at the heart of this thrilling wine country lunch.
- Max Veenhuyzen
- Review
- Perth
Sharp counter meals, maverick art: how this corner pub was given The Royal treatment
Built in 1882, this inner-city landmark offers insights into (West) Aussie pub culture circa 2025 and beyond.
- Max Veenhuyzen
- Review
- Perth and Surrounds
Why this family-friendly eatery is one of WA’s most important food stories
Come for the kids’ playground, petting zoo and open spaces; stay for brunch hits cooked with care and pristine estate-grown produce.
- Max Veenhuyzen
- Review
- Margaret River
Pioneering spirit: this longstanding cellar door remains a key Margaret River address
Vasse Felix might be a regional pioneer, but this powerhouse has zero interest in trading on reputation alone.
- Max Veenhuyzen
- Review
- Margaret River
This cosy South West cellar door restaurant is leading the way in farm-to-table eating
An unwavering commitment to grow-it-yourself plus HR wins – including a dynamic cooking duo in the kitchen – sees this regional benchmark in career-best form.
- Max Veenhuyzen