Shoes on a wire! Why? No one seems to really know, but the most common explanation is that there is a drug dealer around. Other suggestions are someone has lost their virginity, and are marking it with throwing their shoes on a wire. Or a local gang are marking their boundaries of their territory. I think they are street art! And that works for me.
Center court, Melbourne
North Fitzroy, Melbourne
Melbourne’s lanes are what makes the city, quirky and luring. It’s always rewarding when you discover a new lane buzzing with cafes, shops or with street art created by artist from around the world. Melbourne is the capital of Victoria and is the cultural capital of Australia. It is meant to be one of top three most livable cities in the world.
Centre Place, off Flinders Lane. This lane is probably one of the busiest ones. It has shops like Kinky Gerlinki and BODY. This would be the place to go for lunch. Most of the eateries here are closed in the evening. Degraves street is just around the corner and has more cafes and shops.
Movida, serving Spanish tapas, is located on Hoiser Lane. Try Movida or Movida Next Door (photo). Phone 6663 9209 for reservation .www.movida.com.au
Warehouse? Or entrance to YU-U ? No one would know from passing by, but behind these doors you will get tasty sashimi, Japanese tapas and green tea desserts that actually feels like they are good for you! This is a small restaurant with a few secluded seats, so book ahead so you don’t get disappointed. It’s located on Flinders Lane 137, Phone 96397073
Hoiser Lane
Other Places to try in Melbourne’s Lanes :
Cumulus inc Lilly Alley had her dinner her while she was in Melbourne. It’s the new and hip place at the moment. They serve breakfast, lunch and dinner in modern Australian way. 45 Flinder’s Lane.
Coda New bar/restaurant serving contemporary food on 141 Flinders Lane
Double Happiness on 21 Liverpool Street for fusion cocktails. Try their coffee martini if you are in for a late one!
Serves 4
Slice the oranges in half, horizontally. Slice off the tops so both ends are flat. Simmer 2 cups of water in a small saucepan with the cinnamon sticks, honey and sugar. Add the oranges and gently simmer for 10 minutes.
Nut mix
Fry the nuts in a pan with butter until golden.
Decoration
Place a slice of orange on each plate, then spoon 1 tsp of fresh blueberries on top of each slice. Put the Greek yoghurt on the side and scatter with the nut mixture.
Good spot for magazine reading, people watching and organic meals. Popular hang out for locals in the trendy Surry Hills. Worth the wait, it’s a reason it’s always busy!
346-350 crown street, surry hills Sydney
Vintage clothing on 180 Campbell St. Surry Hills
While the temperature is reaching 40 degrees in Sydney, it’s a good time to hide inside in this two floor space air conditioned vintage heaven!
Catchy tune from Kitsuné Maison Compilation 7. Kitsuné Maison is a french electronic music record label, who is part of Kitsuné fashion label. They contributes with bands like Cut Copy, Digitalisme, Block Party and together they make the best remixes. This song, Favourite things is good for vintage inspiration!
Serving 4
Crush the sugar and mint using mortal and pestle, slice pineapple and layer it with the mint and sugar paste.Top with a spoon of greek yogurt and decorate with a mint leaf. So simple! But delish!
Fraiser island, world heritage listed sand bar. 300km north of Brisbane.
Nearest airport is Hervey bay and from there you can catch the ferry over to the island. http://www.fraserislandferry.com.au/
On the island you can only do four wheel driving. If your four wheel driving skills aren’t too good I recommend to go with a group like we did. fraserislanddiscovery. And hopefully there is enough strong guys in your group that can push when you get stuck in the sand.
There is 40 freshwater lakes on the island and we only got to see lake Mc Kenzie. Unfortunately we did a one day trip, which is not enough time to see everything! So would definitely recommend at least three days!
Noosa, up-market beach town on the east coast. Located 160 km north of Brisbane and 1100 km north of Sydney. Australians would say it’s their version of Cannes in France. You got Peter Lik and Hugo Boss on the beach and award winning restaurants and coffee bars on every corner.
Noosa National park is also worth having a look at. There is five different tracks you can do , ranging from one kilometre to eight kilometres.
250 000 holiday makers are planning their holiday in Noosa every year. Make sure you book accommodation ahead in peak times like around christmas and school holidays, it will be busy. We tried out two backpackers in Noosa. One of them was YHA Halse lodge. Located close to Hasting street and main beach it is the perfect spot. The house is a fully restored house from the 1880’s, listed by the national trust. The prices starts on $30 and they do twin and double rooms. www.halselodge.com.au
Halse Lodge YHA
Other Backpacker place, which is also good, but a bit further away from Noosa heads is Noosa backpackers, Located in Noosaville it will take ten min with the ferry on the river, or 5 min bus ride in to main beach.www.noosabackpackers.com.
Try stand up paddle www.standuppaddle.com.au while you are in Noosa. Great fun, and a good way to have a look at the million dollar mansions placed right on the river.
Dressing
Combine pasta, macadamias, and dressing. Layer the oranges, beetroot and salmon on top.
Main beach
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