Fresh, great quality pasta. As authentic as you can get from a nice little local shop! Friendly service and good advice and range. Lots of different pastas and sauces to try

Approximate cost: $15

I really really really love the Choc Cross buns! Not the best value but if you get a bulk pack it's not too bad. Nice range of breads, cakes and pies. And most importantly, it's yummy!

Approximate cost: $10

A large range of exotic and interesting homewares and knick knacks from the East. They sell some good solid furniture as well. A great shop for unusual gifts. Service is pretty good. Lots of colourful clothing as well

Approximate cost: $100

This restaurant is tucked away in the lower level of Chadstone Shopping Centre. The sushi train is very cute and entertaining. Good range of Japanese food at a reasonable price. Friendly staff as well.

Approximate cost: $25

This store is located on the ground floor of Chadstone Shopping Centre, within what is known as the loop mall. It has a nice range of young women's clothes including everyday and formal at a reasonable price

Approximate cost: $50

The Lindt cafe in Chadstone is brand new and tucked away in the nice new renovated area on the ground floor. It has a lot of range and there is plenty of seating. I didn't have to wait long for my hot chocolate and cake. Their hot chocolate is the best I've ever had - creamy with chocolate flakes and reasonably priced as well

Approximate cost: $10