Cutler & Co, Melbourne

In true Fitzroy character, Cutler & Co is situated in an old metal works factory and illuminated by a neon sign from the outside. Whilst it may appear small from the front, the restaurant itself opens up to a large space and features an open-plan kitchen, with several round tables making it suitable for group dining….

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Crompton Coffee, Melbourne

Whilst a cafe specialising in toast isn’t a new concept, its the first of its kind to open up in Melbourne. There has certainly been a movement towards single-item menus in the past few years, and whilst toast cafes have achieved popularity in the U.S, cereal and even porridge cafes have recently been popping up in all parts of…

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Brunch at Fifty Acres – Richmond, Melbourne

I first visited Fifty Acres just under a year ago and in addition to the delicious corn fritters I recall eating, the other thing I associated this cafe with was the distinctive grey washed walls and slanted wooden roof. Flash forward a year later to last Sunday, I’m glad to say that this hasn’t changed…

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Innocent Bystander Cellar Door and Restaurant, Victoria

The Innocent Bystander Cellar Door is remarkably different from what one might typically associate with a winery. Located in the Yarra Valley wine region, what makes it unique is fact that it is not set amongst lush greenery or vineyards but rather, on the main road of a town centre. Despite this, what it offers…

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Steak Night at The Botanical, Melbourne

The Botanical has been a long frequented place of mine, particularly for its proximity to The Botanical Gardens (located just across the road) and the consistently good food. The front section of the restaurant includes a small patio dining area which closes up on cooler days and there are also several tables outside the restaurant…

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A Guide: Eating in the Lower East Side, New York

One of my favourite neighbourhoods in New York City is the Lower East Side. Marked by an urban realness that distinguishes itself from other parts of the city, the neighbourhood is shaped by its immigrant roots, diverse ethnic population and working class community. Today, these cultural pillars have made the Lower East Side home to…

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Breakfast at Pope Joan, Melbourne

Pope Joan could be what you would call a multi-purpose eatery. Headed by Ben Foster and Matt Wilkinson, the restaurant (or cafe) sits across a combination of buildings and patio dining areas, all which have their own characteristics but at the essence, there’s a homely atmosphere that permeates through the entire space. The cafe itself evokes a…

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