Gelato Messina

The Gelato Messina obsession has hit Melbourne, and boy have they hit us hard. Go on any social media platform and you are bound to see those now ubiquitous green and orange ice-cream cups taking over. If you're a gelato enthusiast, no doubt you would have heard of Messina.  With over 40 permanent signature flavours and a rotation of special flavours, we are spoilt for choice. I've got to admit, I was pretty overwhelmed. Of course,...

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Hammer & Tong 412

Hammer and tong is an Australian slang, meaning to put all one's effort and power into something. So pretty much, go hard or go home. In the eating world, Hammer & Tong 412 on Brunswick Street has brought their A game and is here to stay. The space is narrow yet roomy, elongated by large windows, an open kitchen and spots of hanging greenery. Fitted with greys, browns and industrial trimmings, there was a rather toughened elegance...

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SHIZUKU

Ramen Burgers. Yes, you heard me right, ramen burgers. Taken off to a humble start, SHIZUKU is nestled among the plethora of Vietnamese restaurants on Victoria Street. Serving up Izakaya-style plates, ramen and  donburi bowls, you can see how SHIZUKU would stick out like a sore thumb - for all the right reasons though.  Surrounded by dark charcoal walls, hanging terrariums and intricate light fittings, the space has a lovely contemporary feel...

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Top Paddock & Adriano Zumbo Patisserie

On the rare occasion that Melbourne blesses us with clear blue skies and sunny days, you know you have to jump at the opportunity to jam pack as much as you can into your day. It was an easy choice for E and I to flock straight to Top Paddock to kick start our day. Purple Potato & Buffalo Ash Brie Omelette The deep violet hues of the purple potatoes contrasted magnificently with the pastel yellow of the omelette. They were...

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Koba K-BBQ

Drumroll, please. Korea in Mexico in Melbourne. That is, the beautiful marriage between Korean BBQ and the Mexican Tortilla and has landed in Melbourne. Hello Koba BBQ! Brother and sister, Will and Rosa have brought the next big thing (I called it) to Melbourne. With Will on the grill and Rosa up front, the two work in harmony in serving mouth-watering fusion offerings of Mexican and Korean flavours six days a week.  Ordering...

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Olinda Teahouse

Surrounded by mother nature, the soothing pitter and patter of the rain and soft flowing tones, T and I participated in a morning of gentle yoga and breakfast. If only I could start every morning at Olinda Tea House.  Genmaicha Whenever I do yoga, I always finish feeling relaxed, yet energised at the same time. For all the yoga lovers out there, you know exactly that I’m talking about— that sense of inner peace...

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