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From smoky mezcal cocktails to slow-braised birria tacos dripping with consommé, Melbourne's Mexican food scene is hotter than a habanero right now. We've scoured the city to bring you the must-try taquerias, cantinas and modern Mexican kitchens that'll transport your taste buds straight to Mexico City.

Beauty fans west of Melbourne are in for a treat and a Tim Tam. Adore Beauty is opening its second Melbourne store, and it's everything you love about the online store, with so much more.

We're breaking down five of the most common hurdles first-home buyers face, and how to tackle them like a pro.

From cosy homewares and winter fashion to affordable beauty products, these dupes prove you can live like a baller on a budget. 

Looking for Melbourne's best mini golf? Whether you're after a glow-in-the-dark party, coastal views with your putts or the ultimate obstacle courses, we've teed up the city's top spots for unforgettable rounds. 

You've seen that mouth-watering cheese pull on socials, now you want to try it for yourself. What do you do? Hit up Urban List of course.

From casual Friday to Sunday lunch with the gals, good denim works for every occasion.

We always jump at the opportunity of a great deal, which is why we're excited about the huge Click Frenzy Mayhem sale

Find the perfect Mother's Day gift for the most important woman in your life. Our hand-picked selection of unique and thoughtful gifts is sure to make her day.

Victoria’s 2025 cultural calendar is brimming with food, music and art festivals. Grab your mates, hit the road and get ready to eat your way across Victoria.

Melbourne’s Japanese cafe scene has always marched to its own beat—espresso in one hand, chopsticks in the other. But lately, a new wave of Japanese-inspired spots has been quietly rewriting the Melbourne brunch playbook. 

Staying warm in Melbourne’s unforgiving winter is hard work (unless you’re cuddled up at a snug wine bar or cosy pub). Good thing our winter just got insulated, courtesy of Uniqlo’s new Pufftech range. 

The moment every foam-footed fanatic has been impatiently waiting for is finally here – Crocs is opening its first Australian flagship store at Melbourne Central this April, and it's about to rewrite everything you thought you knew about comfortable footwear. 

Singapore has so much to offer that even a short stopover becomes its own holiday. Uncover the hidden gems of this incredible country—you might just find that you want to stay longer. 

Consignment, vintage, flea, thrift–Melbourne’s packed with all the secondhand stores you could ever dream of.

Today’s diners are more intentional, discerning, and value-driven than ever. They’re eating out more frequently, but scrutinising every dollar, expecting premium experiences without the premium price tag.

Frank Green—we know them, we love them. For many, the brand is a symbol of the original emotional support water bottle that has stood by us (literally) and continues to hold our hand throughout the day. Now, we can peruse them IRL.

Upgrade everything from picnic-dates to love-making with these great Valentine's Day gift ideas. 

From hot air balloon rides to pasta-making courses and classic picnics.

Love languages were conceived over 30 years ago to help couples better show up for each other, but the internet’s fascination with relationship optimisation has thrust these five acts back into the cultural zeitgeist.

It's the earmarked sports event of the summer, the Australian Open 2025 is the iconic stretch of January where Melbourne suddenly transforms into tennis-arm-chair experts. 

Aussie-owned beach brand LiFE! has been bringing a bold dose of colour to our shores since they launched 20 years ago, and these legends have just released a new range that’s serious about sun safety. 

You know those scenes in the movies when someone gets a huge bouquet delivered to their office? And all the co-workers gather and gush about what a sweetie the sender must be? Well, you can be that sender in 2025, thanks to Urban List finding the best flower delivery Melbourne has to offer.

Have a bit of a sweet tooth after dinner? Or maybe you're just craving a sugary fix from one of Melbourne's many incredible dessert bars. Don't worry, we've got you covered with our top picks for dessert in the CBD and further afield. These are Melbourne's best dessert spots for 2025.

Our guide to the best tattoo studios in Melbourne will help you find the perfect spot to bring your tattoo vision to life, from renowned parlours specializing in custom designs to cult-favourite studios known for their laid-back vibe. Whether you’re after a quick walk-in or looking to book in with a tattooing legend, we’ve got all the top picks to make your next tattoo experience a memorable one.

Looking to unleash your inner creative and get your hands a little dirty? Us too—we haven’t done pottery since Year 8 art class. Thankfully, Melbourne's thriving pottery scene is the perfect place to reconnect with those earthy roots.

True Aussie fashion girls know the best wardrobe staples can actually be found right under our noses. 

Admit it, there's nothing better than a gift card.

Never underestimate the power of a decor-centric gift.

All the must-have and super thoughtful gifts for her. 

Searching for the best gifts to give mum this year? In an effort to show our mums how much we love them, we’ve scoured the internet and pulled together a list of gifts almost worthy of their great recipient. 

Little luxuries are where it's at. 

Whether it’s your brother, friend, a new(ish) relationship, or a long-term partner, trying to find the perfect gift for the man isn't easy.

A curated selection of gifts suitable for every type of outdoor-loving human. 

From snack-sized stocking fillers to show-stopping kitchen essentials, here's our list of gifts sure to please the discerning foodie in your life.

From white tees to iconic sneakers and modern denim, this is the best of the best in wardrobe essentials.

Ah, Christmas—the season of sparkly lights, festive tunes and a to-do list longer than Santa’s. Between finding the perfect gift, planning events that scream “holiday spirit” and navigating the chaos of end of year celebrations, it’s easy to feel like an overworked elf. But don’t worry, we’re here to help you shop, explore and eat your way to a stress-free December 25th.

Add some sparkle to your beauty lover's festive season. 

We're here to help you sort the good from the great and to dig up the most unmissable Black Friday sales.

Achingly cool, the world’s fashion capital Milano, is a nonnegotiable stop when planning your next European getaway.

Ready to book your next holiday on miles? Download the app and discover all the ways you can get the best bang—and miles—for your buck. 

Lavish bouquet-filled tablescapes fill our feeds and online orders for bouquets are booming—the internet has transformed the floristry industry, and we’re lapping it up

No, it's not just you—eBikes are everywhere right now.

James is a proud triathlete, model, actor, disability advocate, Wiradjuri man and lululemon’s newest Ambassador. He shares lived experiences to champion inclusion and representation in media and fashion. Here, in partnership with lululemon, he unpacks how to dismantle stereotypes this year and beyond. 

Ask any Melbourne fashion insider about their favourite M/FW show, and chances are they’ll mention the Student Runway. Why? Because there’s nothing Melburnians love more than discovering a hot new local designer. Every look that hits the catwalk is a true never-seen-before moment. 

We love Melbourne, but you know ... living in one of the world's best cities comes with a price tag, good thing Urban List has you you covered with a stack of things to eat, drink, do and see all on a shoestring as part of our series Budget Ballin'. This time we've teed up 20 of the best cheap and free things to do in Melbourne to keep both you and your hip pocket happy.

From luxe luggage to the latest in tech, this is the best of the best when it comes to nailing that airport aesthetic.

Make conscious and considered choices when deciding what to buy and give.

Creative spins on officewear are having a moment, and corpcore is the latest (and best) iteration. To help you nail the look for this season and beyond, we teamed up with Kmart to share our fave corpcore picks from their latest collection. 

We went digging to sort the timeless from the transient, so you can nail the top runway looks for this season and beyond.

Thanks to the return of athleisure on 2024 runways and Zendaya's tennis-core fits, there’s never been a better time to dress like you belong to an exclusive country club. To help you nail the look for this season and beyond, we teamed up with Kmart to share our fave athletic prep picks from their latest collection. 

Pairing cute and quirky with utilitarian, tomboy femme is the latest fashion trend blowing up on Pinterest. To help you nail the look for this season and beyond, we teamed up with Kmart to share our fave picks from their latest collection. 

This year, instead of pushing new trends and treatments on you, we’re here to help you responsibly enhance your routines.

We gathered up our pet parents, Urban List little ones, and even those doing long-distance with their Dads to sit down and create a Father's Day card that will bring out the inner softie in even the most staunch of our Urban List blokes.

We might not know who Banksy is, but there's no denying the global fascination with his (or their?) art. The enigmatic graffiti artist is renowned for his provocative and often political street art, which is currently showcased in Docklands, following successful runs in London, Amsterdam, and the US.

The crew at Kathmandu have dropped a new range just in time for winter, with a whole slew of gear designed to keep your body warm and your wardrobe rotation fresh.

Brownie points. We’re all searching for them. Little gestures to write ourselves into the good books (and that mean we won’t have to take out the rubbish for at least two weeks). Well good news, guys—we found a way to max the brownie points. And the only finger you’ll need is your thumb on your phone. Introducing Melbourne’s coolest gift delivery services.

Eliminate barriers of resistance—and find a gym that hits all the right notes. 

Australian Fashion Week presented by Pandora will descend upon Carriageworks again this May. Designers on show in 2024 include P.E Nation, Romance Was Born, Anna Quan, Blanca. Here's how to get your tickets now. 

Following the lasting hype of its Sydney pop-up, heritage label Canada Goose has opened its first permanent Australian locale in Melbourne’s fashion capital, Chadstone. 

From Midnights to Fearless, and every era in between, we've got a list of Eras Tour outfit ideas worthy of even Taylor herself. 

New Balance and the Australian Open have come together in a unique co-branded range of tennis kit perfect for helping you serve this summer.

With help from Philips, we’ve curated a list of tips to level-up your already loyal routine.   

With the average Aussie generating a staggering 540 kgs of waste a year, it’s time to get savvy with sustainability around the home. Waste Sorted is fighting the battle against mindless landfill teaching West Aussies how to be a GREAT Sort and do better than the bin. 

You’d think we’d have perfected the art of summer prep by now, but every year proves there’s always room in our bag to level up and sub out existing summer essentials for fresh additions—it seems every company under the sun is constantly finding new ways to enhance our warmest season. 

The answers to all your questions and curiosities before you jump into your big e-bike purchase.

100+ banging and easy-to-order gift ideas for your folks, friends, mates and dates.

Here’s five sure-fire ways to become dinner party hosting royalty in no time.

The crew at Kathmandu have a heap of new high-quality gear to help you do whatever you want this summer—whether that’s sweating it up on the beach, boogying at festivals, hitting the park for a picnic, or going bush. 

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, when long afternoons stretch into late inky evenings, wineries throw open their cellar doors, and we all get stuck into the good stuff. With a significant chunk of the year spent tucked away plotting our summer escapes, there’s no better place to start the Christmas break than a long lunch in a vineyard. So dust off your Akubra, polish up the RMs, and check out our roundup of the best wineries Victoria has to offer. 

It’s 2500 litres of continuous rainfall, where contemporary art, technology and nature collide in a multi-sensory experience—and you’re in the centre. Random International’s Rain Room is returning to Melbourne for its third season, on Wednesday 1 November. 

Few have made the white-washed walls of a Collingwood warehouse look quite as good as CIBI does. 

To get you mapping out your cultural itinerary for the next few months, here are some of the unmissable cultural events in New South Wales to soak up this year.

From designer-inspired pet beds to stylish cat trees, window hammocks, and chic water bowls, this pet furniture will ensure your home is a paradise for your cat or dog. 

The Bugaboo Dragonfly pram is slated to drop in Australia in August. Here's what to expect from this game-changing new pram for city-dwellers—including its patented one-hand fold technology. 

 Score a champagne sleep on a beer budget.

From raincoats to coats, knitwear, and jackets designed to keep our furry pals warm. 

Update your space for winter with these on-trend pet essentials.

With help from BCF curate the perfect campsite this festival season.

Looking for a way to shake up your wardrobe without costing the earth?? We've teamed up with AGL to share some top tips you can use to minimise material waste, reduce your spending and most importantly, refine your wardrobe.

We’ve teamed up with AGL Energy to bring you a few tips and tricks to inspire you to bring joy and homely touches into your digs without breaking the bank. 

We’ve teamed up with IKEA to bring you easy and affordable ways to transform the look and feel of your living space on without breaking the bank.

We’ve teamed up with IKEA to guide you along your journey of creating the ultimate affordable, safe, and inviting space to unwind and recharge. 

Just shy of a year ago, Melbourne's RISING took the city by a cross-cultural storm with around two weeks of electric events, gigs, performances and experiences, and the good news is that they're officially returning for 2023. Dates have been confirmed—for Wednesday 7 June through to Sunday 18 June—along with the first act. And it's set to be a showstopper. 

We’ve teamed up with IKEA to bring you easy and affordable ways to transform the look and feel of your kitchen and dining space without breaking the bank. 

As the temps drop, movie dates in bed and cosy nights on the couch become a whole lot more tempting than going out. So there’s never been a better time to turn your abode into a sanctuary of self-care. 

If you live in Melbourne, it means you live close to some of the best galleries our great nation has to offer. So, in the spirit of Urban List Art Month, here’s our round-up of some of the best galleries you can feast your eyes on in Melbourne when you’re starving for some culture.

Dipping into the decade of nostalgia, Yellowjackets on Paramount+ is back for another nail-biting season.

Inspired by the effortless street style captured during Paris fashion week, our sartorial inspo this season is to embrace the minimalist mindset to maximise uniqueness. In other words, pairing back all the noise and leaning into pieces that feel uniquely you. The latest arrivals from H&M’s upcoming AW23 collection tap into this celebration of simplicity and confidence. 

We asked Selina Yang to show us how she spins her own unique looks together from the H&M AW 2023 collection to inspire your own fashion journey.  

There’s a piece in here fit for every occasion.

Flexing your creative muscles is a surefire way to get out of your comfort zone—and have fun while doing it. Creativity looks different for everyone and the key is to find what makes your heart sing. 

Channelling the sartorial glory days of 90s football, R.Sport is the sportswear label that has found itself in high demand, crafting bespoke soccer kits for some of Melbourne's biggest venues. 

The sartorial event of the year is looming, PayPal’s Melbourne Fashion Festival 2023 is back this march with a nine-day program that'll take over Melbourne (Narrm) from Friday 3 to Saturday 11 March. 

The gay Olympics, AKA WorldPride, has arrived in Sydney, and this is my guide on how to make sex toys queer-friendly, and fun in a non-gendered way.  

Whether you’re having a massive blow-out or an intimate shindig, one of these gorgeous venues will cater to most, if not all, your needs. Take a look through these event spaces and consider which could fit your guest list and personality to a T. 

Experience HOTA's world-exclusive exhibition, Pop Masters: Art from Mugrabi Collection, New York in a whole new light on two unmissable evenings, Up Late: New York Nights.  

Whether you celebrate Valentine’s Day with partners, Galentines with your friends, or solo self-love, V-Day is a chance to add to the pleasure toolkit.

Annnd that’s a wrap. The festive season is behind us. While there are no more presents sitting enticingly below the tree, there’s no need to put a stop to the treats. Make time for yourself and seek moments of indulgence and bliss—no matter how big or small. 

Melbourne's blessed with a serious amount of great florists, ones that cater to weddings, other events, and even just if you're looking at picking a sneaky bunch up to brighten up your home.

After a year’s hiatus, Brunswick’s much-loved seconds store, Savers, is set to open its doors before 2022’s out. And it’s had more than a fresh lick of paint. 

As if there weren't enough reasons to love the NGV, they’ve revealed that their summer blockbuster exhibition will centre around one of the most iconic designers of the late 20th Century, Alexander McQueen.

Save your hip pocket and contribute to fairtrade coffee practices by buying your morning brew at 7-Eleven. 

Christmas is just around the corner and, if you’re anything like us, you could’ve sworn it was January like five minutes ago. But there’s no need to panic—a savvy financial plan will set you up for fun and festivities.

In what’s almost become a fixture to Victoria’s arts scene, Melbourne’s Rone has announced his latest installation, Time.

 We sat down with Rozalia Russian to get the tea on spring racing style, and the 411 on this year's Style Stakes competition.

There’s nothing quite like a trip to Ikea. It’s a labyrinth of showrooms and furniture, and it’s not hard to find yourself spending hours and hours in the store, following the guiding arrows on the floor with a desperation that it will lead you to the ideal fittings that you didn’t even know was missing till you came across it. 

Hit the pavement, Melbourne, because an otherwordly AR exhibition trail of invisible art is launching in Melbourne's Arts Precinct this month.

From food and fashion to beauty and beats, here's the design inpso you need to help you make space for the things that matter most.

We’re a tiny bit (read: a lot) obsessed with the work of Tom Gould. Born in Aotearoa and based in New York, the director-slash-photographer has won the world over with his emotive visual storytelling. 

We delved into the world of mindfulness and meditation apps and here's what we found. 

You know who you are. You felt a little buzz inside when you read the headline of this article. When faced with a bookstore your inner voice can always justify spending on a book. The reason varies from the classic, "My bookshelf wouldn't be complete without it", to the desperate, "I know I have a huge pile of books to read but I need this one". While you aren't averse to the e-book, you're still a book sniffer at heart.

As part of the Evenings module for Reason Season, these our fave reads to unwind before bed to reap all of those relaxing rewards.

Bring your wildest interior design fantasies to life at the mammoth IKEA Festival.

Supplies for every night of the week, sorted.

From August 11 until September 4, R.M.Williams is giving you the chance to score one of five shopping experiences, including a $4,000 voucher and a private styling appointment.

If moving house is on the horizon for you or you’re currently knee-deep in packing boxes, we’re here to help you mitigate the moving madness, so you can spend more time loving your new digs over loathing the moving aftermath.

When it comes to cocktails no one does it quite like Melbourne’s bar scene. But the test of a truly vetted venue might just be its bartender's execution of an espresso martini. There is a fine art to shaking up the perfect espresso martini, you need to strike the perfect balance of vodka, coffee liqueur and espresso. 

The team behind Australian label MAAP have been putting cycling kit on the map for the last six years, and have just opened their flagship concept store in the heart of Collingwood. MAAP LaB—LaB standing for life around bikes—is a convergence of all things that make our city great: coffee, culture and cycling. 

Say goodbye to the winter blues and ignite your senses in Bendigo.