Max Veenhuyzen

Blue oceans, sunny skies, warm hospitality. The Okinawan archipelago is a subtropical paradise best explored by luxury ship.

Whether they’re changing social values or pre-empting drink trends, the bars and pubs of Australia have long reflected Australian society. MAX VEENHUYZEN celebrates seven of the nation’s most influential watering holes.

Temples. Tea ceremonies. Geisha. These are all reasons why Kyoto is celebrated as Japan’s wellspring of tradition. A new generation, however, wants to change the story.

Come for fine-tuned pub classics and counter meals, stick around for the diverse live music programming and an overnight stay in one of The Eltham's five character-filled rooms.

Forget the pokies and cookie-cutter menus: historic pubs and hotels around Australia are amid a social revolution.

Following two years of lockdown trade and amid inflation and labour shortages, the hospitality industry is now facing a cancellation crisis: leaving seats empty, food wasted and restaurateurs on the edge.

Exorbitant Kewpie mayonnaise prices, yakisoba made with spaghetti, and fish without the fat. Australians may have a love affair with Japanese cuisine but for the chefs who were first on the scene, it wasn't always easy.

He’s flown the flag for modern Australian cooking in Singapore; now chef Rishi Naleendra will celebrate his own culinary roots.

It will remain true to dishes of the local culinary scene, with red-hot chilli levels to match.

Carrots have traditionally been the stuff of side dishes and crudités, but now kitchens around the country are exploring the creative potential of this humble root vegetable.

Perth expat Dave Pynt is transplanting the barbecue good times of his Michelin-starred Singapore eatery to a luxury beachside resort, which spans three islands.

Margaret River has long been a place where fine wine meets coastline, but the latest wave of operators brings new breadth to the popular Western Australian region.

Amoy Street is ground zero for Singapore's hottest eats and drinks. We map out the essential bars, restaurants and more.

A road trip through Western Australia's Great Southern region reveals a land of plenty that speaks of the quintessential Australian summer.

One of the state’s best craft distillers and a landmark small bar are leading a fresh wave of dining entrepreneurs in Western Australia’s oldest town.

From where to take a seat for brunch to where to lay your head at night, we fill you in on Singapore's hottest spots this year.

He’s cooked at Noma Australia, Vue du Monde and Stockholm one-star, Mathias Dahlgren.

Two Print Hall alumni. Three dining rooms. Many influences.

His new venture will be open in time for this year’s Margaret River Gourmet Escape.

Discussing the real issues faced by chefs and producers.

You’ve got just a few weeks left for one last taste of Perth's fine dining powerhouse.

Millbrook Winery chef Guy Jeffreys walks us through his approach to cooking and what's on the menu this month and next.

From glamorous new hotels to high-energy dining rooms, Australia’s western capital knows how to show visitors a good time.

After three years and $645 million of construction, Crown Towers Perth is open. Expect a lavish spa experience, an extravagant pool and spacious rooms.

A cosy new trattoria has opened in Subiaco.

Chefs from all over the globe are descending on Singapore to cook at David Pynt’s barbecue restaurant.

Kenny McHardy takes us through the latest at Manuka Woodfire Kitchen in Perth.

Ace Pizza has reopened as Highgate Drink & Dine, and it’s full of surprises.

Never mind the eggs B – Perth’s new wave of cafés, markets and restaurants has reinvigorated the city’s once-predictable breakfast scene.

A new way to enjoy an old favourite.

There's some pretty exciting stuff going on between the slices right now, and it’s not just reserved for the lunchbox. Whether it’s triangles of gooey Taleggio and truffle, or a rich Christmas ham and 'nduja number, the humble toasted sandwich has stepped up its game and (yes!) made friends with the wine bottle. Here’s where to get your taste.

Sam Ward is having trouble describing his new menu at Highgate Drink & Dine.

Print Hall's dining room will close this March, though not for good.

Following a summer makeover, the restaurant formerly known as Pata Negra is now an Asian eatery named Fuyu...

Our restaurant critics' picks of the latest and best eats around the country right now.

A fortifying summer cocktail that’s as portable as it is potable.

From ambitious chefs to robust street art, post-earthquake Christchurch is a city alive with creative energy, writes Max Veenhuyzen.

A first not only for Perth but Australia, Como The Treasury hotel resides grandly within the redeveloped historic State Buildings complex, writes Max Veenhuyzen. Welcome to the country’s latest luxury hotel.

David Thompson's new Australian restaurant opens next week in Perth. Here's what's cooking.

David Thompson's Long Chim is ready to open in Perth. Here's what to expect.

Our restaurant critics' picks of the latest and best eats around the country right now.

News that luxe Como Hotels & Resorts was opening its first Australian hotel in Perth might have raised eyebrows...

Our restaurant critics' picks of the latest and best eats around the country right now.

Our restaurant critics' picks of the latest and best eats around the country right now: The Shorehouse, Perth.

Heading to Perth for the AFL finals and wondering where to eat, drink and be merry? Here's our guide.

Our restaurant critics' picks of the latest and best eats around the country right now.

Our restaurant critics' picks of the latest and best eats around the country right now.

Our restaurant critics' picks of the latest and best eats around the country right now.

Our restaurant critics' picks of the latest and best eats around the country right now.

Our restaurant critics' picks of the latest and best eats around the country right now.

Our restaurant critics' picks of the latest and best eats around the country right now.

David Pynt introduced Singaporeans to the joys of modern Australian barbecue in 2013, this is what he did next...

Caffeine plus Campari equals a very correct way to end an Italian meal.

While forbidden rice is another name for black rice, the capital-F, capital-R Forbidden Rice is an Australian creation.

Take two of these and call us in the morning.

Warm up those piggy banks, Perth. Australia's first permanent community-funded restaurant is headed your way.

Our restaurant critics' picks of the latest and best eats around the country this week.

West Australian sunshine plus healthy water reserves equals some of the nation’s tastiest chickpeas.

First things first, Lisa: who is Mrs S?

Our restaurant critics' picks of the latest and best eats around the country this week, including Surry Hills Eating House, Lucy Liu, Ben's Burgers, Mr Chow's Saloon & Dive Bar

We’ve been all over the shop, ransacking the racks and shelves of kitchen and tableware purveyors across the land, to round up Australia’s best boutiques in Adelaide, Perth, Canberra and Tasmania.

A man walks into a small bar, confident there’s never been a better time to drink cocktails in Perth.

On plates, menus, social media feeds - Australian black winter truffles seem to be everywhere right now...

From boutique to big, a raft of new luxe hotels is set to open in Perth.

A Hellenic twist on a hair-of-the-dog classic.

The 2014 50 Best Restaurants in Asia were unveiled this week...

Meet the Western Australian Wheatbelt family supplying live yabbies to the nation and beyond.

Max Veenhuyzen mixes slice-of-life market browsing with gallery-hopping in Guangzhou, a city that exemplifies modern China.

In the mountains of southern Yunnan lies a faraway kingdom of tropical forests, tea gardens and idiosyncratic hill tribes. Max Veenhuyzen catches a glimpse of old China in the rugged, tongue-twisting province of Xishuangbanna and likes what he sees.

Après-ski in New Zealand's adventure capital just got tastier.

Three brown spirits are better than one in this multinational winter cocktail.

Meet the west’s newest bed for the night (or longer).

Meet Western Australia’s most unlikely regional food destination: Balingup.

We catch up with Sam Ward from Perth's El Público to talk about snacking on grasshoppers and using chocolate in savoury dishes.

He's made a list and checked it twice. Drum roll, please, for Gourmet Traveller Perth editor Max Veenhuyzen's 10 best dishes of the year (in no particular order).

No other meal is more important, so get up and at ’em: 26 of the most exciting breakfast experiences in the country, in no particular order. Candied bacon, anyone?

Max Veenhuyzen finds the best places to stay, eat, drink and play in South Africa’s Mother City.

Winter just got that little bit cosier.

What better reason to leap out of bed this weekend than some more of the nation’s best breakfasts? Just add coffee.

What better reason to leap out of bed this weekend than 43 (in no particular order) of the nation’s best breakfasts? Just add coffee.