Melbourne Cup

The Merivale chef returns to The Birdcage for Melbourne Cup Carnival, and he’s bringing a French-Asian menu to Mumm Champagne’s marquee.

The question of where to gather on the first Tuesday in November, whether it’s for the race itself or the best flutes in town, doesn’t need to be difficult. With this guide, you can be sure of the form, with each venue offering a quality mix of atmosphere, dining and, of course, bubbles. As for your bets, you’re on your own we’re afraid.

Ben Shewry and David Moyle have big plans for the menu.

It wasn’t just the golden goblets that glittered as celebrities gathered at Melbourne’s Crown Towers for the Moët & Chandon Derby Eve party to herald spring racing week.

The Melbourne Cup is the city's biggest party. Here is your guide to this year's festivities.

Outsource your Cup Day fun with the help of some of the nation's top restaurants.

Left your Melbourne Cup plans to the very last minute? Can't be bothered chilling the Champagne and making those chicken sandwiches? Here's what some of Australia's top restaurants are doing for the day.