I had been sick with the flu, and then a bad headache, so was a bit 'out of it' when I turned up for my facial. It was a gift voucher from earlier this year.

The service was fabulous and the location/decor lovely. My only suggestion would be to have the music a little louder. It was a very very windy day and I had trouble blocking the noise of the wind out! Mind you, it was extreme that day!!

Afterwards, I was not hassled to buy things, but offered a mini muffin for their birthday celebrations. This was lovely, and then I browsed the products and did make a purchase!

Approximate cost: $Not sure, gift voucher

I went in for a part for my overlocker, the lovely assistant was so helpful. I also asked some questions about an embroidery machine and was told about an upcoming course, perfect!

Great advice, no hard sell, and a lovely environment.
Would be even better if they had a website with course info, items stocked etc.

I go here occasionally with friends, but always get my back up because they don't list prices on any cakes at all. I always buy when I know prices, but not knowing the price suggests to me they must be expensive. It just annoys me and means I generally avoid getting a cake. How hard is it to have a nice little price marker on them? Everyone else seems to manage it.

Fabulous. I've been to see Adele at various times, with things from being run down, to sports injuries. Each time, Adele spends time to understand my issue, and her treatment is fabulous, and very personalised. It was my first experience with acupuncture, and I am definitely not a cynic any longer!

Approximate cost: $45

I have never been to The Forge in Alfredton, but walked past their new place in central Ballarat. I loved the decor, in the old antique shop, so was keen to go.

The service was amazing, the wait staff were friendly, helpful and knew their food.

The menu was amazing, so enticing and combinations of ingredients that were different and very unique.

My friend and I shared the pumpkin pizza. Wow, it was light (as in not dripping in fat and cheese), and the ingredients were fresh and delicious.

We could not resist trying the Strawberry and White Chocolate pizza for dessert. I wondered if the novelty would live up to expectations. It exceeded them! At $12, a great sharing dessert, I considered it fantastic value.

Finishing with coffees, we left feeling very satisfied, not 'stuffed to the gills', and that we'd had a quality meal, in great surroundings.

I am definitely going back!

Excellent, very thorough and caring. They absolutely do not overcharge, nor take advantage by scheduling more appointments than necessary. I have visited them for many sporting injuries in the last five years, and all physios/staff have the same level of professionalism and commitment.

Approximate cost: $60