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As you may know from a previous post, I’ve just recently moved from my inner ‘ubanian’ pad in South Melbourne to the industrial driven zone of Spotswood, which is still within a few kilometers from …

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Firstly, my apologies for my ’somewhat’ absence these past couple of months. In amongst moving into a new place, I’ve also been waiting for a new phone line ( 1 month with no internet and still counting), …

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Breakfast or dinner? I don’t know what your preference is, but I find myself torn between a weekend breakfast out or going out for dinner.
During summer, there’s nothing better than dragging your weary self …

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It’s interesting to note the amount of promises you make in your head. This usually occurs around January when you’ve sat down and tried to figure out which of the numerous New Year’s resolutions to …

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As mentioned in Part one of In Your Hood, my very helpful readers Dave and Mellisa, suggested I try out two of their local haunts- Andrews Hamburgers followed by Yellow Door. So on a hot …

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Unlike wrapping paper, Richmond Hill wastes no time in covering up the the goods. Show me the fritters!

Details: 48-50 Bridge Road, Richmond, Victoria Phone: 03 9421 2808 (google maps)
Surroundings: Large open space filled with natural …

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All French kissed on a Saturday
SO I woke up this morning with no plans apart from my itch to see the new foodie movie Julia & Julia. Despite sending the movie trailer link, no one …

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Intro: Could these ricotta hotcakes be a contender for Replete Providore’s version?
Details: Shop 6/769 Glenferrie Road, Hawthorn, 3122 03 9818 8864
Surroundings: Pretty cool place to hang out with communal tables, dim lighting amongst dark wooden …

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Intro: Replete, replete! Anyone for a pancake addiction?
Details: 302 Barkers Road Hawthorn VIC 3122 03 9818 4448

Surroundings: As soon as you walk in, shelves line the entrance with gourmet delights like cookies, pasta, sauces …

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Intro: If only I had room for dessert

Details: Scott Alley, 241 Flinders Lane, Melbourne (03) 9639 0307

Surroundings: A hard to find gem nestled amongst Melbourne’s famous laneways. Is quite small with a few …

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Intro: Please do not cut them open. Simply break them apart with your hands and smell the aroma

Details: 349 Mt Dandenong Tourist Rd Sassafras, VIC 3787 (03) 9755 2081

Surroundings: Brother Jons is …

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Intro: French Toast.. who would’ve known it would cause such commotion! I had to calm the tastebuds
Details: 121 Glenferrie Rd Malvern 9509 9119

Surroundings: Bright and cosy with a little nook in the rear presenting …

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Intro: Made me question “What the hell have I been drinking?”

Details: 12-18 Yarra Place, South Melbourne VIC 3205. Near Coles.
(St Ali Laneway Festival 6 Februray)

Surroundings: Roasting machines and a hidden graffitied laneway entrance …

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Intro: Saturday morning weariness healed by Mixed Business

Details: 486 Queens Pde, Clifton Hill, 03 9486 1606

Surroundings: A quirky cafe fitted out with nostalgic signs like Hot dimsims, no fuss wooden chairs and tables, …