Reviews by kaffm

This review is for E & S Trading, Blackburn VIC

verified email - 06 Jan 2012

Went here to buy a KitchenAid Mixer based off an online recommendation and couldn't believe they were offering the cheapest prices in Melbourne and that they had plenty of stock (a bit tricky after Christmas).
The salesperson was the most relaxed person I have ever come by. There was no pressure to buy in any way shape or form, and he was extremely patient and helpful in find a suitable colour in stock.
Had a massive giggle with them also when we realised one of the employees at the front desk had almost the exact same name as me.
Came back a few days later as they sold 'The Ultimate Mixer Cookbook' for less than the RRP.

Approximate cost: $669

This review is for Watts Cooking Cafe, Surrey Hills VIC

verified email - 06 Jan 2012

The vegetarian breakfast that I had here was one of the best offerings I have ever found. The bruschetta with mozzarella had me drooling so much I've come back on many occasions.
Yes you have to pay a bit of coin but it's worth it.
I wish that the corn fritter was available as a vegetarian option, when I asked if there was the possibility they said I should just take the chicken off - not cool to a vegetarian.
That said it didn't tarnish my opinion of them at all, just left me with a bit of wishful thinking.
Coffee is top notch and worth going for that alone

Approximate cost: $15+

This review is for The Egg Basket Deli, Balwyn VIC

verified email - 06 Jan 2012

Having lived in Caulfield for a few years I was spoilt for choice whenever I had a craving for bagels.
So when I moved house I was ecstatic to find that I'd be able to continue my weekend bagel runs, and for the first time ever I could buy them on a Saturday!
I've yet to try anything else in the store (other than the vegie burger patties that my Grandma used to buy me when I was a teen), but I keep eyeing off the portuguese tarts and the deli case.

Approximate cost: $2

This review is for Zimt Patisserie, Mont Albert VIC

verified email - 06 Jan 2012

To say that I have fallen in love with this place would be an understatement. Yes you do pay a little bit more than your average bakery/cafe, but this isn't your average local bakery.
Coffee is great, the sweets are to die for, and my partner went ape for their pies. The pastry chefs whipped out some funky cupcakes for Halloween that in retrospect I really wish I had bought.
Special mention for their chocolate croissant that keeps me coming back for more when I know I really shouldn't.

This review is for Spring Osteo Clinic, Surrey Hills VIC

verified email - 06 Jan 2012

Went in for neck & shoulder problems and was treated by Sam. Never seen an Osteo before so I have no basis for comparison (have previously seen Chiro in the past), so all I can review is my own experience.
In the morning before I went I couldn't lift my arm or turn my head with its usual range of movement or without pain due to ongoing health issues. By the end of my session I had a wider range of movement and the pain was gone.
Sam was professional, informative and sensitive to my individual needs, and gave great advice on exercises to perform in between sessions.
I look forward to returning for regular sessions.

Approximate cost: $75

This review is for Anne's Pantry, Surrey Hills VIC

verified email - 12 Jun 2011

Have to say I visit this place more than I should, and sadly they know me a little to well now. I keep going back for the custard tarts - they are just fantastic. Not your standard custard tart, they are super, super nice. The day old sweets are sold off in nice value packs that I often can't resist!

This review is for Hilltop Cake Shop, Surrey Hills VIC

verified email - 12 Jun 2011

This place is amazing, and the owner was super nice as well. My boss sent me to get a giant mille feuille for the office, after swearing by them for ages, and they really lived up to the hype. So nice to be able to try something different to the average aussie bakery. The price was a lot cheaper than I was expecting. Very impressed!

This review is for Pie In The Sky, Olinda VIC

verified email - 12 Jun 2011

Even waiting in line on a long weekend, it is still totally worth the wait going to Pie In The Sky. After 10 years of being a customer I've never been let down. The place was completely packed for the Queen's Birthday long weekend and the food quality was still top notch.
One of the only places I've ever been able to find a fantastic vegetarian pie. The spinach & feta pie is fantastic

Approximate cost: $14

This review is for Caffe Metro, Carnegie VIC

verified email - 31 Aug 2010

This is one of those quiet and unassuming cafes that you dream about finding. Being a small booth style cafe you could blink and miss it.
In the warmer weather they set a marquee up outside where you can have table service or they have a serving window.
In the cooler months the small cozy store is great for a quiet cuppa before jumping on the train or hitting the shops for a browse.

The menu is out of this world! Champagne tastes on a beer budget.
Gourmet ingredients with peasant prices.The foccacias and wraps are to die for, both for vegetarians and meat eaters (I'm a vegetarian and I has HUGELY impressed).
Think lots of fresh produce, generous services and the owner is one of the friendliest guys you'll ever meet.

Approximate cost: $7.90

This review is for Jaybeez Deli, Richmond VIC

verified email - 23 May 2010

The range of food here had me drooling. Cheese, fresh pasta, fresh quince paste, family quiches, and much much more. Oooh and they do buffalo mozzarella. And they take EFTPOS & credit cards BONUS!!!!

Approximate cost: $reasonable