• Where did the Obamas dine when they visited Melbourne last week? We’ve got the scoop, which included takeaway from an iconic CBD restaurant.

• On Saturday cult Sydney bakery Blackstar Pastry is opening its most central location to date, with three new flavours of croissant, including pina colada.

• First Look: Abbotsford bar Fat Nancy’s is a new American barbeque spot serving up 12-hour smoked brisket, pulled pork, chicken wings and German-style cheese kransky from midday to midnight.

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• Now open: Sunhands – a cafe, wine shop, deli and general store in Carlton’s former Ima Project corner.

• First Look: Witness the art of pie-making first-hand at the new Wonder Pies headquarters in Coburg.

• Demochi Donut Bar is popping up at Parco Ramen Yatai, bringing its well-loved donuts back to Melbourne for just five days.

• Richmond’s new Italian eatery and rooftop bar Da Bruno has five storeys – each with its own dining experience.

• Restaurant takeover series Babs, is popping up at Abbotsford Convent with a Mediterranean-inspired menu and a drinks list full of women winemakers.

• Join Broadsheet’s editors for an exclusive private dinner at the revamped Saint Hotel in St Kilda. The night includes a one-off three-course menu and Q&A with the head chef.

• Meet Banksia Wine Room: Mornington Peninsula’s beach-adjacent wine bar pouring bottles from Australia, France and Italy.

• A rye whisky from a Melbourne distillery has been anointed world number two.

• Check out Melbourne’s best chocolate eggs and other easter treats for 2023 (including many riffs on the hot cross bun).