Great organic coffee and range of vegetarian foods.
The filled croissants are worth trying.
Friendly staff, open early (7am), parking on side streets

Specialty aquarium supplies store.
Large range of aquarium supplies, and staff are always happy to provide advice and support.
Have recommended to others.

This is one of my favourite shops in Australia.
The girls are always happy to help, and the sewing room is a great idea.
Lots of classes available in dressmaking and crafts.
I love the awesome designers - many of whom you won't find elsewhere.
The markets Thread Den hosts on a regular basis are fantastic too.

I stayed here while attending a lengthy conference and really appreciated the one bedroom apartment.
It was very comfortable, with a full kitchen and lounge area, and views. Not having to do your own dishes is a treat, as was the large bath to sink into at the end of the day.
Just a 10 minute walk to the convention centre.

The first time I went to White Lotus I thought it was an elaborate joke on vegetarians - the food was too realistic.
The tamarind fish is amazing, absolutely my favourite.
They also do a great takeaway vegetarian chicken soup (for sick vegies, it's the closest thing to mum's old fashioned chicken soup!)
I always make sure to make a trip here when I'm in Melbourne.

I love Sacha Drake's designs, and the store is full of gorgeous creations.
The clothes are certainly not cheap, but they're worth the price.
If you get lucky you'll be there on a day Sacha is in store creating a whirlwind of styles for everyone.
i certainly couldn't afford to shop here regularly, but I have bought a few choice pieces that have made my work wardrobe much more stylish.

Approximate cost: $100-300

About average hotel.
Nice sitting area outside with a fountain where you can drink a coffee and relax.
Great day spa - but the Asian baths can be a bit confronting for those not comfortable with nudity!
Rooms are small but clean - average hotel rooms.

There's always something different every time you go to Mona Lisa.
A great range of Metallicus products, jewellery, dresses, and gorgeous knick knacks.
I often find myself shopping for presents there.

I love shopping at Rosalie Deli.
The range is fantastic, and the ready made meals taste like you're at a restaurant.
Great range of Maggie Beer products.
The flowers as you walk in the front door are pretty special, as is the fridge full of dips.

For all those hard to find gourmet specialty items, as well as the standard fruit and veg, Milton Fruit Bowl is a great place to shop.
I love going in and finding something I've never tried before.
The prices aren't cheap but the quality of the food is well and truly worth it.