Jul 27, 2011 Posted by Miss Melbourne

Riverland

Remember when I used to write enthusiastic posts like this about my running training? Remember how I was going to complete the 10km Run Melbourne course this year? Well, that didn't happen. Which is a story for another day. Instead, I had breakfast at Riverland with my lovely friend T, while my Mr and her Mr completed Run Melbourne. read more

Aug 31, 2010 Posted by Miss Melbourne

Customer Service? Bah!

I am the first to admit that I am picky about customer service. I get annoyed when a waiter asks 'would you like sparkling water or just tap water?'. I've been known to approach shop assistants who ignore me to say 'thank you so much, you were very helpful' (yes, I am embarrassing to shop with). But this experience at Irwell's Cafe in St Kilda was rude beyond belief. read more

Jul 7, 2010 Posted by Miss Melbourne

Perth Dining Highlights

Perth is changing. Thank God. Don't get me wrong - I adore Perth. My family and bestest friends live there. The weather is FAR better than crappy Melbourne weather. Perth also has the most beautiful beaches in the world (IMHO). But I used to dread going back to Perth from Melbourne, because there seemed to be very few places to go that served good food and coffee at a reasonable price, with decent service too. read more

Jul 5, 2010 Posted by Miss Melbourne

Replete Providore

Replete Providore is one of those suburban cafes that I've been driving past for years and thinking 'I really must try that place for breakfast sometime'. read more

Jul 1, 2010 Posted by Miss Melbourne

Almond Butter Obsession

When I started reading a few American and Canadian fitness blogs to help me with my running, I noticed that they all used almond butter in their food. On bread, on cereal, in smoothies – sounds gross doesn’t it? It’s not! I am converted! I am an almond butter addict! After sussing out what it actually was – think peanut butter made from 100% almonds – I started adding it to... read more