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Casual and quirky, Parlour Diner on Chapel street in Windsor is quintessentially old-school-cool. It resonates a cruisy, friendly cafe atmosphere with a distinct 50's Americana theme. Parlour thrives in the eclectic mix of kitsch interiors, hand made furniture and the flotsam and jetsam of collectables on display. An Allpress coffee dark roast welcomes you in, where you are invited to peruse the menu to find a burger to go with those curly fries. Order a cold beer or a choc malt shake to wash this bad boy down. Sit with old mate Daryl Braithwaite on vinyl in the corner and watch the wilds of Windsor pass you by.

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Occupying a white corner building on Swan Street, the Richmond branch of The Meatball & Wine Bar is just as heaving the the Flinders Lane original. The menu is just as you've come to know and love - balls big or small made from meat, poultry or veg, plus a variety of sauces and sides, and the completely delicious meatball sliders. Make sure you leave some room after your balls and beverages for a whoopie mac.

Joey Scandizzo is a bit of a star in the hair dressing scene: winner of award upon award, and favourite of celebs and the fashion set. Head to his Toorak Road salon to receive meticulous attention to your precious tresses, regardless of whether you are in the hands of the man himself. Make sure you stock up on Eleven products, Scandizzo's collaboration with fashion and beauty snapper, Andrew O'Toole.

If you like your waxing fast, fuss-free and without the inane chatter, Victoria's Secrets in Fitzroy is for you. In a terrace on Victoria Parade, Victoria works her magic, specialising in intimate waxing for him and her. The salon is clean and tidy, and you'll be hair-free in no time at all. Victoria is one of the fastest and most thorough in the biz, and the salon is open late Monday to Saturday.

Husk in Albert Park is a haven for anyone who appreciates the individual and the exotic. A true lifestyle store, Husk sells a beautifully curated offering of fashion by local and international designers, plus soft furnishing, homewares, jewellery, scarves, and even their own brand of tea. If you are not in the area don't fret, as there are three more gorgeous stores in Melbourne.

Located on the famous Lygon Street in Carlton is Husk – a beautiful, luxurious and bohemian boutique stocking designer womenswear, homewares, jewellery, accessories and ceramics. A real treasure trove, Husk will appeal to any woman who has travelled the globe, or has a desire too. As well as the usual designer suspects, plus up and coming talents, the in-house Husk label features beautiful leather jackets, knitwear, dresses and more.

Husk on Collins Street is an essential visit on any CBD shopping expedition. Set foot inside and there's a decidedly exotic, bohemian-luxe vibe. With beautiful womenswear from local and international designers, an in-house label that includes sumptuous leather jackets, and a cleverly edited selection of homewares, ceramics, accessories, jewellery and more. Heaven on Collins.

For those who like their threads with a back story, Shag in Windsor is one of Melbourne's best vintage stores. Step inside this rainbow-hued emporium and you'll find accessories, jewellery and clothing, with the boys also catered for. It can be overwhelming, so settle in for a rummage and you're sure to uncover a burried treasure or two.

Shag on Brunswick Street is a vintage store housing a treasure trove of clothing and accessories for both sexes. A Melbourne icon, Shag is your one stop shop for unique, one of a kind fashion, meaning there's no risk of running into your mirror image at the water cooler. It has one of the best pre-loved collections in Melbourne, fun for window shopping or a serious splurge.

Bud Flowers on High Street in Armadale is one of Melbourne's most gorgeous and fragrant floral boutiques. It's been running since 1986, and is now under the stewardship of owner Meridee Fraser, one of the city's premier florists. 

Synonymous with all things made from coloured resin, Dinosaur Designs is a national treasure. The Chapel Street store stocks a substantial range of bowls, vases, jewellery and more. Step inside and we guarantee you'll be like a kid in a candy store. Beautiful pieces, built to last.

The Strand Melbourne store of Dinosaur Designs is typically colourful, modern and stylish. From small and subtle, fine resin rings, to statement-making neckpieces, Dinosaur Designs has an instantly recognisable look and well deserved cult following. Made from resin, the jewellery and homewares make the perfect gift for any occasion.

In a more salubrious section of Chapel Street in South Yarra, Scanlan Theodore is the jewel in the crown. Here, Melbourne women shop for high quality, sleek and feminine pieces in the finest of fabrics. With something for every occasion – from the races, to work, or the yummy mummy school run – Scanlan Theodore is a local label that has well and truly stood the test of time.

The original Market Lane in Prahran Market offers brunch, cupping and roasts in-house with their 5kg Probat roaster, offering up small batch roasts to southside coffee enthusiasts.

The Therry Street cafe is the second storefront in a long line of Market Lane Coffee shops (well, there's five). And just like every single one of their stores, the coffee connoisseurs at Therry Street sure know how to whip up a good brew. It's significantly smaller than their Prahran HQ however they still sell beans, espresso and pour-over cover, and everything you need to make your own coffees at home. They also get fresh batches of Short Stop donuts delivered on Sundays...

Market Lane coffee on Faraday Street in Carlton is the latest addition to the family, with other locations at Prahran and Queen Victoria Markets. You'll find the usual coffee brewing supplies and suspects here; you won't take a second look at that jar of instant freeze dried coffee again! Grab yourself an espresso, syphon or pour over brew whilst here. Satisfaction guaranteed.

There's a vegetarian place in Fitzroy North which feeds the hungry and often has a line out the door; it goes by the name Moroccan Soup Bar, and it is well worth the wait. The best value dining this side of town, with an impressive banquet option that will have you feeling full and satisfied even if you care to share. There is a vibrant sense and taste of Morocco here, so grab a seat, pour a mint tea and soak up the upbeat atmosphere.

Melbourne fashion label, Alannah Hill, is famous for its feminine, whimsical style. The Melbourne Central boutique does not disappoint, transporting shoppers to a secret garden of flirty florals, ladylike lace and glorious adornments. The perfect place to frock up and embrace your inner coquette.   

At the Brunswick East end of Lygon Street lies one of Melbourne's best Greek restaurants - Hellenic Republic! Part of George Calombaris's restaurant empire, the team at Hellenic Republic pride themselves on creating the atmosphere and authentic Greek food found in a traditional taverna. Offering a fun and friendly environment for both lunch and dinner, the Hellenic Republic menu includes dishes such as saganaki cheese, spanakopita (spinach pie), calamari and, of course, lamb!

Occupying a basement on Little Collins, Assin is a boutique for the fashion-forward men and women of Melbourne. They house a curated selection of luxury designer brands including Dior Homme, Lanvin, Miharaysasuhiro and Ann Demeulemeester (just to name a few!), as well as their eponymous in-house brand. The clothes are awfully cool and on the expensive side – we'll be using our cards and labelling it an 'investment'! 

The creation of chef Neil Perry, Spice Temple, in Melbourne's Crown Casino, offers patrons authentic Chinese cuisine with a modern twist.

The Melbourne home of Italian stationers Il Papiro, tucked away on Degraves Street, is filled with handcrafted journals, watermarked writing papers, wax seals, inks and quills for those nostalgic of a time pre-email. A true reminder of the pleasures of a handwritten letter, this store will have you penning poems to your lover in no time. Il Papiro also offers custom printing and a calligraphy service.  

Housed on Brunswick Street, Kleins is a fragrance store laden with lotions, potions and all things wonderfully aromatic. Stocking over 80 brands of fragrances from around the world, this beauty boudoir also sells candles, oils, soaps, scrubs, skincare and hair care to ensure you'll be looking and feeling as good as you smell. Go on, head in and take a whiff!

The King of the Croquembouche and the Master of the Macaron, Adriano Zumbo, has set up shop in Melbourne. While we all know and love the South Yarra patisserie for its sweet treats, their cafe venue next door now serves delicious savouries too. 

Nestled on Gertrude Street, Little Salon is a bite-sized boutique filled to the brim with quirky gifts, homewares, fashion and accessories. Housing everything from owl-shaped brooches to mini babushka dolls, a visit to this shop is guaranteed to brighten the dreariest of days. The perfect place to pick up a gift (and maybe a little something for yourself, too). 

Froyo fans rejoice! The latest taste sensation, Frozen by A Thousand Blessings, is here! Located in the Vogue Plaza on Chapel Street, Frozen by A Thousand Blessings uses biodynamic organic milk and yogurt along with local fresh fruit and produce as toppings. It gets better though - there's also a stevia yogurt on offer which is 100% sugar and guilt free. Delicious!

With a gun hospitality team at the helm, Two Birds One Stone is a light, bright and stylish cafe on Claremont Street, South Yarra, that will take care of your hunger and thirst in one go: two birds, one stone. Far from just meeting your human needs, Two Birds One Stone will do so in spectacular fashion. With fresh, seasonal and delicious breakfast and lunch items such as ham hock baked beans with goats curd and rocket on toast, you'll well and truly eradicate any tummy rumbles. And for the coffee snobs (hey, that's most of us), with Five Senses on the coffee machine, they go far beyond your standard flat white.

Make way for the newest cool kid in town, Tonka! What was once the boisterous HonkyTonks bar, is now a chic, modern space serving incredibly flavoursome Modern Indian food. All your favourites are on the menu - think pani puri, lamb curries, butter chicken and more - but with chef Adam D'Sylva's special twist. Complement your meal with one of the excellent cocktails, beers or wine from the drinks list for a memorable dining experience.

Opening in October 1960, The Little Bookroom lays claim to being the world's oldest children's bookstore, and is still regarded as the best in Melbourne. The Nicholson Street store in Carlton North houses the original shelves and all manner of literary wonders. Both grown ups and littlies will lose track of time in this perfect little store. The collection is clever, innovative and educational, and caters for children of all ages, from picture books for babies, through to young adult fiction. Bookish heaven.

The CBD outpost of the world's oldest children's bookstore, The Little Bookroom, is full to the rafters with literary loveliness for babies, through to young adults. Peruse the pop-up books, gawk at the picture books and sniff the novels; you'll love it just as much as your kids will. The perfect place to watch your little one's imagination come to life, or to buy a gift that will make a lifelong impression.

With the motto of 'Beautiful Things for Little People', Naughts & Crosses in Elwood is a gorgeous, vintage-inspired children's store that delivers the goods. As well as beautiful, retro party frocks, you'll find quaint and delightful children's toys, gifts and games. Crochet telephones, baby mobiles and bubble machines... they have the lot! Naughts & Crosses will have you yearning for the good ol' days.

Uncle has come along just in time to fill a Vietnamese-shaped hole on Carlisle Street, much to the joy of St Kilda and Balaclava locals. With the ex head chef of Dandelion, Dai Duong, manning the woks and Rene Spence (ex-Pelican) overseeing operations on the floor, you know you're in more than capable hands. A stylish, laid back venue serving the freshest Vietnamese fare, Uncle is a welcome addition to the family.

The creation of Michael Lambie and Scott Borg, The Smith on High Street in Prahran is a cool and casual spot that's perfect for dining and drinking after its multi-million dollar renovation in 2017, expanding in to the building next door and doubling the size of the venue. Grab a perch in the front bar and devour the Modern Aussie bar snacks, or enjoy à la carte in the restaurant space. There's also the new atrium bar next door, looking pretty under its enourmous retractable glass roof. 

With views down the Yarra, that CBD backdrop, and a menu inspired by Tasmania and the Bass Strait Islands, Pure South Dining has got to be your next go-to for a special occasion (or a cheeky treat-yo-self dins).

Located at Crown, Bistro Guillaume is acclaimed chef Guillaume Brahimi's Melbourne outpost. Taking its cues from typical bistros in his native France, Bistro Guillaume is the go-to for quality French food in non-stuffy surroundings.