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My boyfriend is interning in Melbourne this summer, so I visited from him over the weekend. I had an amazing time and can’t to go back over New Year’s Eve – with better walking shoes. He is staying in a great apartment off Collins Street, but in a big city like Melbourne even basing yourself in the city centre still involves a lot of pounding … Continue reading Whirlwind weekend in Melbourne Part I
Brunch is my favourite meal because it combines the frivolity of a fancy breakfast (no room for sensible-shoes sandwiches) with the generous servings of a hearty lunch. Essentially, larger doses of delicious-but-not-neccessarily nutritious food enjoyed in no particular hurry at all. In an ideal world, every day would begin with a leisurely brunch. I can’t be sure, but I have a suspicion that one of … Continue reading Brunch in Melbourne: Two birds, One stone
A recent weekend getaway was the perfect introduction to the sophisticated city of Melbourne. In a few short days I fell in love with the southern city which was bursting at the seams with boutiques, laneway cafes, and opportunities to appreciate the arts. The importance of art and culture is reflected in the myriad of boutiques where friendly shop girls know the name about the … Continue reading Free in Melbourne: Ballet in the Bowl