Two bowls. Two mornings. One emotionally bruised but well-fed girl. This is Part 1 of my Melbourne set meal spiral, where Ondo's pork broth resets my soul and Kombu QVM finally lets me eat ochazuke without fear of fish.

What do you get when you combine a 7:30pm airport deadline, timestamped food arrivals, and a cabbage worth spiraling over? This Strawberry Toast review of Dark Shepard—equal parts stress, sprouts, and success.

It started with a $120 booking fee and a rain-soaked debate. It ended with truffle fried rice, greenhouse vibes, and dumplings that made me question everything. Southside didn’t just save dinner—it resurrected the night.

Restaurant Fifty Six Brisbane | GFDF Hong Kong Food Review