Posts tagged Melbourne
Melbourne's Own Miznon !

It's no secret that I love France more deeply than just about anything else in this world, and in fact, my love of all things French probably borders on obsession (or as I like to think of it "patriotism").

Perhaps it was the fresh produce propped up in the front window, or the red chairs and wooden bench tops, or maybe even the pita bread pockets being served to those surrounding me with grumbling tummies... whatever it was, I was instantly transported back to Paris, and in particular, a little joint in the Marais called Miznon (see here).

I may not be able to afford to jump on a plane back to Paris very often, but when in need of a little French pick-me up, this is where I go.  Now to just get the staff to speak French to me....

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Local Birds + A Walnut Biscuit

On Monday's you will more than likely find me hiding out at a little hole in the wall down one of Melbourne's busy lane ways.  This is no exaggeration as it is literally a hole in the wall, but inside that hole are two of the sweetest ladies you're ever likely to meet.  Also in that hole, you'll also find some of the yummiest food being whipped up.  

A huge smile always appears on my face when Sally whips out the rolling pin and cookie dough, or when we end up playing "waitress" whilst sipping our own coffee.  These lovely ladies have the biggest smiles and hearts in the business and whenever I find myself whipping out my own rolling pin, I always think of them.

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Maddens Rise !

We drove up the gravel driveway of this little winery, hidden from the main road, and I will admit that my initial feeling was a little disappointment.  The initial sight of the little shed-like structure just didn't match the grand building I had built up in my head.

And then I walked through the door.

Oh my!

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The Larder !

Name any cafe or restaurant The Larder and I'm sucked in! 

There's something special about that word that appeals to some hidden part of me - It could be a crappy little shop, but I still have to take a look inside just to feel satisfied.  Unfortunately, I'm often disappointed.

So I can honestly say I was a happy girl when I walked into The Larder - a little cafe on the main street of Daylesford and found myself surrounded by cookbooks, enamel milk jugs for sale and various sized platters of cakes and biscuits. 

Not to mention some cute Christmas decorations, which I'm an even bigger sucker for.

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