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The Greenery Garden Centre in Heidelberg isn't just your run of the mill garden store. Offering design, construction and renovation services, The Greenery Garden Centre is your one-stop-shop to a backyard botanical makeover! Operating for 35 years, The Greenery Garden Centre is a hub of experience, great advice, and most importantly, beautiful plants and flowers.

Need proof that Anaka in Malvern is one of the best hair salons in Melbourne? All you have to do is look at the steady stream of clients walking out with striking colours, bold cuts and incredible styling - seriously amazing. Using a variety of industry leading brands (think Wella, Bhave and Cloud Nine), you can be sure that Anaka will turn your frazzled follicles into glossy, shiny strands.

So long Green Park, hello Park St.

Housed in the heart of bustling Glen Waverley, Elephant Corridor serves up some of the best North Indian and Sri Lankan food in Melbourne. Packed with locals most nights of the week, this authentic restaurant is famous for their tantalising curries, ranging from mild to lip-numbingly spicy, biryanis and tasty treats from the tandoor. Every Sunday night, diners flock to Elephant Corridor for their hoppers offering, delicious bowl-shaped pancakes, either plain or filled with egg, traditionally served from hawker stalls on the streets of Sri Lanka. It's about as authentic as it gets.

Housed next door to France Soir on Toorak Road, French Fantasies is a South Yarra artisan bakery with a distinct French flair. Since opening, French Fantasies has supplied bread and pastries to Melbourne's top restaurants and now, over twenty years on, they own a string of cafes under the Depot de Pain name. The original post offers a drool-worthy selection of cakes, breads, pastries and sweets, including some of the best chocolate croissants in Melbourne. Stop by in the morning for an omelette or Croque Monsieur, or drop by later for a Nicoise salad (paired with a glass of vin, of course). 

La Tropezienne is a French patisserie that serves some of the best baked treats on Glenferrie Road in Hawthorn. Using the highest quality ingredients and seasonal produce, La Tropezienne specialise in delicious sweets and treats for all ages, as well as quiches, tarts and rolls for a light lunch. Whatever you do, make sure you pick up a macaron (or two!) on your way out. Très bon! 

The second outpost of Johnny Di Franceso's famed pizzeria, 400 Gradi, brings a slice of world-famous pizza to Crown. Housed in the space previously occupied by Guissepe, Arnaldo & Sons, Gradi maintains the same focus as Di Francesco's Brunwick East pizzeria, offering a menu of simple, traditional Neapolitan fare, with a few tweaks to match the riverside location. And yes, you can get that margherita there, too. Some of the best pizza in Melbourne, without a doubt. Grazie, Gradi!

If your southside beauty hit-list is in need of a lash and brow specialist, look no further than Simply Brows & Lashes. With a full team of experts offering everything from threading, to tinting, to IPL hair removal, this is our one-stop shop for lash, brow and hair maintenance that always leaves you looking on point.

When it comes to grooming, there’s nothing that’s more paramount than investing in bold brows, and lashes to complement. Luckily, the team at Simply Brows & Lashes in Camberwell knows how to work with all kinds of brows and lashes—from finer features that need a little filling out, to bushy brows that need shaping on the regular.

With an authentic beach location on Acland street, The Nelson is St Kilda's prime rum bar for sailors, surfers and shoppers alike. Serving up a tasty selection of spirits, traditional and craft beer, wine, cocktails and bar snacks for the peckish.

The Kaizen Experience is Japanese for 'change for the better', and it's what KX Pilates in Brighton stands for. The team at KX focus on small and ongoing improvement, to get you to your desired fitness level with the belief that you don't need to spend more time working out, just utilise a higher intensity! Head along to one of their classes—from beginner to advanced—for a body-toning power workout that will increase your flexibility, balance and coordination because let's face it, we all want a better looking bod! Plus they have an awesome intro offer of 5 classes for $50 too - bargain!

Want a better working bod? Then it's time to head on down to KX Pilates in Camberwell, one of the best pilates studios in Melbourne, to get you to your desired fitness level. With the belief that you don't need to spend more time working out, just utilise a higher intensity, check out one of their classes for a body-toning power workout that will increase your flexibility, balance and coordination. Classes are available from beginner to advanced, with the option of private personal training also for a real one-on-one fitness booster! For new members, they have an intro offer of 5 classes for $50 too - shhhweet!

Looking for the best pilates in Melbourne? Then make sure you head down to KX Pilates and KX Barre in Fitzroy for your fitness fix. With a focus on small and ongoing improvement to get you to your desired fitness level, KX Pilates and KX Barre believe that you don't need to spend more time working out, just utilise a higher intensity. With pilates and ballet barre classes from beginner to advanced, and a special intro offer of 5 classes for $50, visit KX today for a body-toning power workout that will increase your flexibility, balance and coordination.

Want to increase your fitness? Head on over to KX Pilates in Glen Waverley, where they offer high intensity classes that deliver results. With classes for beginners, intermediate, and advanced pilates experts (plus a sweet intro offer of 5 classes for $50), it's no wonder why KX are one of the best places for pilates in Melbourne!

Head to KX Pilates and KX Barre in Kew, on of the best fitness studios in town, to work on upping your fitness level! At KX, you can focus on small and ongoing improvement, with the belief that you don't need to spend more time working out, just utilise a higher intensity! Sign up for a class of a body-toning power workout that will increase your flexibility, balance and coordination! With options from beginner to advanced, you'll be on the road to fit, fast! What's more, with a special intro offer of 5 classes for $50, it's a no brainer!

KX Pilates in Port Melbourne, focuses on small and ongoing improvement, to get you up to your desired fitness level. Check out one of their awesome classes—from beginner to advanced—for a body-toning power workout that will increase your flexibility, balance and coordination. With a special intro offer of 5 classes for $50, it's a no brainer! (And let's face it, we all want a better looking bod!) Yup, definitely one of our fave spots for pilates in Melbourne.

Say yes to abs and no to flabs, and head to KX Pilates in Richmond - we reckon it's one of the best spots for pilates in Melbourne! KX operate with the belief that you don't need to spend more time working out, just utilise a higher intensity, check out one of their classes for a body-toning power workout that will increase your flexibility, balance and coordination! Classes are available from beginner to advanced fitness buff, with the option of private personal training also for a real one-on-one fitness booster! With a special intro offer of 5 classes for $50, it's a total no brainer!

Goodbye flabs, hello abs! KX Pilates in Williamstown, one of Melbourne's best pilates studios, is here to help you with your fitness fantasies. Sign up for a body-toning power workout class today, with levels for beginners all the way to advanced. New to KX? Don't worry, they have an awesome intro deal, where you get 5 classes for $50! Ah-mazing!

Sayonara flabs, oh haiii abs! KX Pilates and KX Barre in Ascot Vale is here to help you with your all of your fitness fantasies. The Kaizen Experience translates to Japanese for 'change for the better', which is what their pilates and ballet barre classes are all about! Sign up for a body-toning power workout class today, with levels for beginners all the way to advanced. With a special intro offer of 5 classes for $50, it's a no brainer - not to mention, KX are up there with some of the best pilates studios in Melbourne!

Want a better working body and booty? Then it's time to head on down to KX Pilates and KX Barre in Malvern, where you can focus on small and ongoing improvement, to get you to your desired fitness level. Check out one of their pilates or barre classes for a body-toning power workout that will increase your flexibility, balance and coordination! Classes are available from beginner to advanced, with the option of private personal training too! For new members, they have an intro offer of 5 classes for $50! Bar-gain!

Looking for authentic Italian in Melbourne? Take your pizza-loving behind to il.tavo in Nunawading. This spacious restaurant uses the freshest seasonal ingredients and traditional methods to make some of the best pizza in town. A favourite is the Prosciutto Pizza, topped with imported fior di latte, San Daniele prosciutto, cherry tomatoes, hand grated parmesan and fresh rocket. Yum! The mains menu features delicious dishes like Porchetto Arrosto (pork belly with apple puree, pickled onions and beetroot) and desserts include a decadent tiramisu, made with imported Italian mascarpone.

Cafe, corner store, grocer and hangout – Blood Orange Foodstore in Hawthorn is the awesome combination of all these things! Offering everything from fresh fruit and vegies to artisan produce in the deli, it's a great spot to grab some homemade jam or a take-home meal after your relaxed coffee catch-up! This trendy meeting place is the new spot to sip on some caffeine, or get some fresh, healthy grub into you! 

If you want authentic, fresh, and delicious stone baked pizza, then head to Il Forno Pizzeria in South Yarra! But it's not just pizza! Serving up scrumptious panini, antipasto, cured meats, pasta and cocktails, Il Forno is the perfect stop for a quick bite—or if you're eyeing off their espresso martini, an enjoyable night out!

Nestled next to the Victoria Gardens on High Street, Prahran, nourished:385 has a philosophy of clean eating and healthy living. With shared-plate dining, and a menu loaded with delicious goodness, nourished:385 is a feel-great dining experience. Vegan and gluten-free friendly, but with plenty of meaty options for the inner caveman too!

BeerMash on Smith Street, Collingwood, celebrates the best of the craft beverage world! From craft beer to cider, kombucha, cold brewed coffee and seasonal wines, BeerMash offers sampling and then sells (or refills!) the delicious beverages in Growler, Squealer or bottle size (just under 2L, 1L and bottled respectively). Offering independent and unique products, you can sate not only your thirst at BeerMash, but your craving for crafty goodness!

Modern kitchen and bar, East End Den, is located in a niche basement on Little Bourke Street, Melbourne. Offering casual dining featuring a fresh and locally produced menu, with small and large plates to share. We're hanging out for the sliders, because, just… sliders! Sharing the space is a sophisticated cocktail bar, and this slick combination is set to impress any food-fancy Melburnian.

Bringing a taste of Tennesse to town, White Oaks Saloon Bar & Dining is located in the trendy centre of Greville Street, Prahran. Boasting a US-inspired cocktail bar to die for, the menu offers twelve diverse options, celebrating small-batched American spirits sourced from Tennessee.

The first of the new wave modern Mexican restaurants to hit Melbourne a few years back, Mamasita remains one of the best in class (if not the best), with punters still patiently waiting in line for an hour or more to get their fresh Mex fix. All good things come to those who wait, like the tasty tostaditas, moreish tacos (the fish are delish), wham bam Margaritas, and the street style grilled cobs with chipotle mayo and lime. Drool.

Owned by the genius behind Liar Liar, Three Bags Full is very much the epitome of a cool, calm and collected café. What's not to love about its warehouse style décor - wood panelling floor to ceilings, kooky street sign topped stools and ornate steel covered hanging lights. They do a great job of brewing Five Senses coffee and there's always a knowledgeable barista on hand who can tell you the best blends for even the most discerning of palates. The lunch menu is standard brunch style fodder but if you're having a hard time choosing you can't go past their mean scrambled eggs featuring herbs, crushed peas, grilled leg ham and salty ricotta.

It's been around for a while now, but Auction Rooms is still the crème de la crème of the Melbourne café scene. It takes a special sort of place to pack out Sunday brunch every week for the last nine years in a row. Which is probs why it became part of the St Ali empire back in November 2016. 

From the makers of Melbourne's mod-Asian mecca, Chin Chin, comes the sexy Italian half-sister smack bang in the heart of Richmond - Baby Pizza. The décor is simply contemporary - white booths and wooden tables - with a cute outside area lined with green umbrellas. But there are also quirky injections of character via pink neon lighting and cheeky, lip-licking girls.

Marbled floors, big potted plants, exposed bricks and a warm hug from the roaring fireplace - Oscar Cooper is a little coffee haven on Greville Street in Prahran. People-watch from the bay windows or the copious amounts of street seating as you munch on a baked egg, a jaffle (try the corned beef!) or one of their epic wagyu beef burgers, and sip on their house blend from Small Batch Co.

The combination of Thai food, beer and cocktails is the premise behind popular Swanston Street restaurant and bar, Cookie. The result is an atmospheric dining experience that caters for all kinds. The main beer hall is ideal for enjoying a craft brew amidst the hustle and bustle of the Friday night drinks crowd, while the opera-style balconettes offer city views for love birds, and the dining room caters to groups small and large. The crispy fish salad with papaya and pickled crab is a winner, but you really can't go wrong with anything on the menu. When you're done with dinner, pop upstairs to the Toff in Town and dance off the calories. Classic first date venue.

If you like your coffee strong and your baristas hot, Journeyman in Windsor is a certified stronghold of Melbourne's famous craft coffee movement. Formerly Dukes Coffee Roasters, the cafe has rebranded and they've moved their roasting operation to Collingwood, but all else remains untouched (yup, that famous bircher and Dukes' blend are still there!)

If you like your cocktail bars quirky, Tyranny of Distance in Windsor is for you. What was once a petrol station is now a 'lubritorium' – a casual cocktail bar and eatery nestled between a sea of velvet covered couches, burlesque style lampshades and graffiti covered walls. Though you will come for Happy Hour - $4 everything (EVERYTHING) from 4 til 7pm, you will stay for the tapas style menu options, including crispy chipotle potatoes and crowd-pleasing salt and pepper calamari.

Epitomising cafe cool, Top Paddock is a shining star in the Richmond brunch scene. The fit-out is bright and airy, with a huge wooden outdoor area spotted with umbrellas. The interior is full of natural light and pot plants, making for a refreshing space to have some chilli scrambles on toast, or the pretty-as-a-picture bircher muesli. The crew brews beans from Five Senses and, as a refreshing twist, all ingredients for their delicious dishes are sourced from organic suppliers in Australia. This is a place to take friends when they're visiting you from interstate, to show them the calibre of cafe that Melbourne has on offer.

Housed in a no-frills warehouse on Brunswick Street in Fitzroy, Vegie Bar is by far the most popular vegetarian destination in Melbourne. Customers dine at communal tables or windowside benches, surrounded by band posters and peeling paint walls. The menu caters for any kind of leaf eater, with pizzas, wraps, salads, curries . . . you name it; however Vegie Bar is just as popular with the carivores. There's also a long list of daily specials and a variety of vegan, lactose- and gluten-free options. To top it all off, the critically acclaimed chocolate beetroot cake will make sure you will return again and again and again. Vegie Bar is usually heaving and they don't take bookings, so make sure you come early to grab a seat if there's a few of you.

Yellow Bird is a Mexican roadhouse diner and bar in the middle of Windsor, serving cheesy nachos, big burritos and buckets of iced Coronas. The décor is cafeteria kitsch teamed with rock 'n roll memorabilia, and the super cool staff resemble Rolling Stones roadies. Sit under a low ceiling fan and listen to some tunes, or hang outside with your burger and beer amongst the Chapel Street traffic. You can even order off the breakfast menu at 12am if your heart so desires – a scrambled egg burrito pairs wonderfully with a tequila cocktail.

Named after an eccentric 19th century brothel owner, Madame Brussels in the CBD is the stuff of fairy tales. When you arrive up high in the sky (via 7 flights of stairs or lift), you'll behold a garden party - astro turf, white wicker chairs and pink walls, opening up to one of the best rooftop and city views of Melbourne. It's all about the cocktails here, with Pimms, rosé and punch brewed in teapots, plus a wide variety of cupcakes to put your sweet tooth into overdrive. If you fall in love with the Madame and want her all to yourself, private bookings are accomodated. The fully catered High Tea option is popular with hens, who are particularly partial to the charming waiters in tennis whites.

Añada is a crowd pleasing tapas bar and restaurant on the Getrude Street dining strip in Fitzroy. A local institution, Añada dishes up sensational Southern Spanish flavoured bites and share plates and is the perfect date-night venue. Or round up a group and get involved in one of the Tasting Menu options - the knowledgeable staff will help you navigate any unfamilar items and accomodate the meat eaters, vegos and intolerants alike. And the biggest bonus is they take bookings!

Chingón is a cheap, cheerful and delicious taqueria on Richmond's Swan Street. Founded by two Mexican brothers, the recipe is simple - authentic, fresh salsas and tacos on home-made corn tortillas. Our suggestion - grab a group of friends, a slab of Corona, and head up to the charming roof terrace on a sunny summer's eve. Chingón is licensed and takes reservations. But note - cash only. Oh, there's a food truck too!

Gertrude Street's Arcadia Cafe is a classic combination of all things great about Melbourne brunching: an all-day breakfast menu chalked up on their massive blackboarded walls, daily savoury specials made fresh on site, and the finest blends of Campos coffee for the caffeine-starved. This is a place to come for food that just tastes and looks great without any of the pretention, and a great place to bring your parents. They'll be impressed with the cute wooden tables and chairs, the exceptionally friendly waitstaff, and the overall happy-go-lucky vibe. Heads up for vegans and vegos alike, you'll be looked after here as there is always a selection of delicious options for you!

Located in Crossley Street in Melbourne's CBD is Becco, a warm and inviting restaurant that's been dishing up some of the city's best Italian food for years. Embodying the Italian spirit of communal dining and rich foods, enjoy a slow-cooked rack of lamb or bowl of fresh pasta, alongside a glass of red wine. Take your date to Becco after a day of shopping, as the two-seater tables, honey-coated mood lighting and happy staff offer a much needed respite from the hustle and bustle of the laneways it resides within.

Friends of Mine is possibly Richmond's most popular brunch venue. What was once a little house on a corner street is now a cosy yet spacious cafe with eclectic interior touches. Friends of Mine dishes up favourites like a brioche roll with scrambled eggs, bacon and chutney, and their toasted banana bread with maple syrup mascarpone, fresh banana, berry compote and pistachio is famous. There's also a substantial lunch offering. Which you may end up eating as the queues on the weekend can be daunting.

Liar Liar is a popular cafe serving one of the best breakfasts in Hawthorn. The baristas do great things with 5 Senses and St Ali coffee, and their magic mochas and freshly squeezed juices are liquid gold. Be aware that there can be a queue on the weekend for the all day breakfast (dreamy, creamy scrambled eggs), and the small selection of lunch items. Grab the paper and a spot on the communal table and settle in for the long haul.

Need a pint of Little Creatures but can't be bothered flying to Fremantle? Pop into the Little Creatures Dining Hall right in the middle of hipster friendly Fitzroy. While sitting in this cavernous warehouse space, enjoy your brew with their ample menu, full of great beer accompaniments such as pizza, burgers and chips. Plus breakfast on the weekends!

St. Edmonds is a cool Melbourne cafe feeding and caffeinating South siders.

Though street-style hawker restaurants are always popping up around Melbourne, Hanoi Hannah – with her traditional Vietnamese food mixed with modern quirk –  is undoubtedly one of the best. Located on High Street in Prahran, Hanoi Hannah dishes up some of Melbourne's best Vietnamese including steaming hot pho, peking duck and ricepaper rolls, alongside tasty combination cocktails and a great beer and wine list. It's casual weeknight dining at its very best, with all of your crunchy, sippy, tasty needs covered, cool surroundings of exposed brick and kooky patterned linens, plus a buzzing (and dog friendly!) atmosphere. They also do brekkie on a Sunday—go the Vietnamese baked eggs!

Flinders Lane plays host to many great restaurants, and the bustling Italian basement known as Cecconi's is no exception. Boasting some of the best wait-staff in Melbourne, whose charm and knowledge of wine and food is second to none, Cecconi's dishes up mouth-watering modern Italian cuisine in a comfortable and elegant dining space.