Manifesto and About Us
Contact: David Hagger has a penchant for finery, convivial dining, and festive culture. For general enquiries about The World Loves Melbourne contact us at david[at]theworldlovesmelbourne[dot]com.
Melbourne is the world's most liveable and loveable city.
As Melbourne "tragics" we rave about its people, infrastructure, beauty, parks, laneways, coffee culture and shopping precincts. At The World Loves Melbourne we celebrate the best of this city - its food, art, sport, fashion and culture.
We celebrate the rich diversity of Melbourne as one of the most multicultural cities in the world. Over 150 nation groups call Melbourne home - bearing in mind there are only around 220 countries in the world. The world is here.
Melbourne is one of the great culinary capitals of the world. The range and quality of cuisine across so many nationalities is extraordinary. Dining out is woven into the fabric of Melbourne like no other city, and that deserves to be celebrated.
We point to the best cafes and restaurants having now visited and reviewed over 3000 restaurants and dining experiences across Melbourne. There are places we don't feel measure up - we'll occasionally write a candid review, but on the whole we'd rather stay silent than tear down the labour of love that every kitchen represents. Chefs, owners and staff pour enormous passion into their work. We respect that.
If you enjoy the food reviews on this site, we're highlighting the finest culinary experiences Melbourne has to offer - from celebrated fine diners to the humble neighbourhood gem that deserves a wider audience. We've spent thousands of dollars eating our way through this city. Sometimes we receive a hosted meal but always seek to be objective, with full disclosure. This site was born from a genuine passion for Melbourne and that passion hasn't dimmed.
We also recognise Melbourne as a global fashion destination - with world-class events, extraordinary local designers, and some of the most interesting retail in the southern hemisphere. The world loves fashion Melbourne.
In lifestyle and sport, Melbourne is unparalleled. The MCG, the Melbourne Cup, the Australian Open, the AFL - the greatest sporting city on earth. The world loves sporting Melbourne.
Then there's arts and culture - world-class shows, galleries, laneways filled with street art, and a live music scene that punches well above its weight globally. The world loves arts Melbourne.
We know Melbourne has its challenges like any great city. But we're here to celebrate - its people, its energy, its food, and its soul.
The world loves Melbourne.