Gordon Reserve, 74-108 Spring Street, East Melbourne. Meet at the fountain directly opposite the Windsor Hotel. Arrive by 10:50am for an 11am departure. Your guide will be holding a blue umbrella and calling for "Melbourne Food Tour". Your guide learns what your group eats and what you don't, then sets the route. Around 15 minutes at Gordon Reserve before walking into the CBD.

40 to 60 minutes exploring Melbourne's Chinatown at lunch-time peak. Possible stops include Shan Dong Mama, Tim Ho Wan, or Wang's Crispy Pancake, alongside the story of the Chinese migrants who established the district in the 1850s.

30 to 45 minutes across Melbourne's multicultural food scene. Possible stops include Chapati for Indian dhai puri and curries, Cookie for Thai, Muli Express for fresh oysters, or Spring Rock for lamb nuggets.

45 to 60 minutes through Hosier Lane and the laneway network. Your included beverage is served at a top-tier laneway bar, cellar door, or restaurant chosen by your guide.

15 to 30 minutes for dessert: innovative ice cream from Hareruya Pantry, old-school Italian granita from Pellegrini's, or another artisan treat your guide selects.

Tour concludes in central Melbourne CBD near Federation Square, Swanston Street, or Bourke Street at approximately 2pm. Excellent public transport connections and within walking distance of major hotels.