Wednesday, May 18, 2011

Five Things to Love About Melbourne

Lunch in the Park set of three rings by local designer Victoria Mason

Decadent hot chocolate at Koko Black in Carlton

4,000 local and international titles to choose from at magnation

Decorative box sets at stationary store Zetta Florence in Fitzroy

Black Truffle Salt - perfect for cooking - at Gewurzhaus Herb & Spice Merchants

I could spend weeks walking through the streets of Melbourne and never get bored. The city is populated with the best of Australia's designers, cafes, graffiti, vintage, and coffee, and I loved discovering its many hidden gems, such as Victoria Mason's studio where she creates unique wearable jewelry open only two days a week. And in such neighborhoods like Fitzroy and Carlton a feast of color, energy, and inspiration can be found on every street.