I have been to this local shop numerous times to purchase beautiful Swarovski crystals and other pieces to make earrings and bracelets for friend's birthdays. Harmony Beads was my favourite bead shop given the lovely pieces they stock, however I have recently had a very disheartening experience. For a number of extreme personal reasons, I was not able to use a $100 birthday voucher I received within the year time frame required, and when I called to explain why I couldn't use it and request an extension I was denied this entirely. I respect the reasons provided, but I also believe that at times there are extenuating circumstances, such as hospitalisations and lengthy rehabilitation that require some flexibility. I will be looking for a new bead Shop, might not be local but hopefully I will have better experiences whilst still finding lovely pieces to indulge my hobby.

Dr M was recommended by a close friend. Upon all visits to Dr M I can sincerely say that he is very pleasant. He ensures that you understand your dental options and does not recommend procedures just for the sake of making a quick buck. He is very thorough and detailed in his approach and is amusingly passionate about teaching you the correct brushing technique. I can say I have not been as nervous about going to see the dentist since seeing Dr M, and don't hesitate in recommending his services.

Approximate cost: $fair

We frequently buy our eye fillet, chicken breast and mince here, and it has always been of great quality and taste. Even though it may not be the cheapest place to buy your meat, when you consider the quality it is worth it. Also the staff are friendly and knowledgeable.

Food has been consistently good with the Seafood paella and chocolate mousse as stand outs. Service is average but not enough to perturb us from going back for more. Another stand out feature are the beautiful bay views.

We have found that Meine Leibe has always served up yummy gourmet pizzas. No hesitation in recommending this pizza place, it can be hard to find great pizza but we have never been disappointed at this restaurant. It is wise to book and we have also found that the wait can be lengthy.

I have found the food at Chine on Paramount to be consistently fresh and very tasty. It's hard to pick a favourite dish, everything I have tried be it from banquets to the fried rice has been delicious. Chine on Paramount also appear in the Entertainment Guide and other than this offer pre-theatre dishes. The service is professional and good. I have never had a poor dish and have no hesitation in recommending this delicious restaurant. BTW we have found the main dishes to be large and quite satisfying, a few times we've tried entrees and desserts with the mains but we were overwhelmingly full at the end and over did it.

Every time I am in town I eat at GOPALS, it has delicious, fresh, clean vegetarian food. The prices are reasonable, although i have noticed that in recent years the size of the spinach parcels and amount of salad serve have become smaller. The staff are friendly and there has been a recent renovation. It's got a great window view of Swanston St. and is a great way to get away from the busy cafe streets that don't always offer the freshest of food options.

Approximate cost: $15

Every time we go to Lorne or down the Great Ocean Road, we stop to eat at the Lorne Pier Restaurant, the seafood is fresh, tasty and tender. The waiting staff have always been really friendly. The prices are fair and I have no hesitation in recommending it. Give it a go and be pleasantly surprised. BTW the also have delicious meals without seafood.

Approximate cost: $25

My partner and I headed to Mamma's Boys one evening, and were wonderfully surprised. We gave our meals 10/10, mind you in order to feel satisfied by the end of your dining experience there it would be wise to order entree, main and dessert. Mind you if you only order one dish the wonderful flavours experienced will leave you craving more anyway.

Approximate cost: $25

Pizza: savoury and dessert are wonderfully delicious. Amongst the few best pizzas I have ever tried. Well worth a try. My only criticism would be the lengthy wait time we have experienced every time we've been, further to that the staff have not been as nice as they could be. The only thing bringing us back time after time has been the excellent pizza, mind you, the lengthy wait time and poor staff attitude has also instigated us looking for/trying out alternate pizza places.