Architectural contrast and a delightful champagne brunch!

Melbourne is rich with architectural contrasts. The perfectly appointed Victorian terrace, home to The Kettle Black, is a lovely example of how Melbourne embraces diversity and juxtaposition of difference.

While you wait for your first (or second) espresso of the day, a champagne, or perhaps an order of the deliciously famous hot cakes – look up! The building in situ, the light, the contrast, it is all a feast for the eyes.

Your patience for a seat inside will be rewarded with perfect Scandinavia inspired interiors, palms, pastels, metallics and austere lighting.

Enjoy! We certainly did.

Meander through the laneways to this.

The laneways of Melbourne are filled with gorgeous boutiques, jewellers, musicians, artists, cafes and restaurants. Spoilt for choice – hours of fun!

In the Degraves Precinct on Flinders Lane you will find Migo’s. It’s a true Melbourne treasure and follows the fine tradition of home style, rustic Italian cooking, with great coffee on the side. The menu includes ‘Seafood pasta to die for!’ and it is, absolutely, to die for!

We love it.

The magical works of Miso.

If you have wandered the streets of Melbourne anytime in the past few years you most likely would have come across the lovely and emotive works of the brilliant Stanislava, the artist known as Miso.

Starting her creative career as a backyard tattoo artist, Stanislava has extended her artwork to capture the soul of the streets. Miso is adored for the beautiful creations she has shared with the laneways and doorframes of her home town. Using tiny markings in paper, cut outs and intricate illustrations, her works are reminisce of a different era, evocative and powerful.

Melbourne loves her. And you will too.

Rumour has it that if you happen to join Stanislava for a wine one weekend, you may be fortunate enough to go home with a spontaneous and original Miso tattoo…

In the meantime, here are some treasures to enjoy.