I’ve lived in Melbourne my whole life and know the haunts of this city. But I’ve just discovered a secret. Somewhere in the bustling CBD, underneath the ground, I get to go to Japan, for one night. From the moment I’m given directions, it’s already mysterious. ‘Down a laneway, Find the lift, go to the...
Elegant, poised, and an abundance of mischievousness, the ever so glamourous Stella was born in the heart of Chapel Street two years ago. This chic beauty was created by her suave and stylish father Ali who comes from an Italian heritage. Ali has an extensive background in property development but as he grew up in...
There’s something alluring about a wine bar. Shadowboxer, the petite spot in South Yarra, has been around for a while, but has kept a low profile. Now re-discovered, its very likely one of Melbourne’s best kept hidden treasures. When I arrive on a typical Melbourne freezing winter evening, and spot the gorgeous outdoor terrace, I’m...
Oh, to be young wild and free, it’s the dream isn’t it. As fabulous Melbourne is with all its nooks and haunts, in the peak of this biting cold Winter, most of us are dreaming of those youthful adventures on a tropical paradise somewhere exotic. Walking out of the stinging weather into Hotel Nacional, is...
There’s a fine line when it comes to being opulent and fancy, overly indulgent, and still personable. Particularly when it comes to restaurant hotels. Luci- the newest kid to hit the block in the centre of CBD is adjoined to the ever so famous Hilton hotel. Part of it screams hotel chain. The bright bold...
If you never thought cutting edge culinary dining, class and sophistication could be in the same sentence as ‘karaoke’, you haven’t been to Yum Sing House (YSH). Literally meaning ‘Cheers’ in Chinese, YSH is a modern and contemporary Asian restaurant hidden in a CBD laneway. Inside it’s elegant and refined. Dark, moody lighting, neatly set tables and a...
If you think you need to travel to the CBD for a bustling atmosphere, awesome tunes, excellent service, and outrageously delicious food, you’re mistaken. Bang Bang, the latest eatery to hit Hampton, not only rivals the famous Asian city eateries, it trumps them (and a fraction of the cost). Even on a dark and cold...
