Ay Oriental Tea House Sydney has Billy Kwongs, and Melbourne has the Ay Oriental Tea House. Designed around the Tea house theme David Zhouhas hit on another winner with his yum cha concept restaurant. 455 Chapel Street SOUTH YARRA (+61 3) 9824 0128

Bluestone Restaurant Bar Celebrating 7 years in operation, Bluestone consists of an upmarket restaurant & underground lounge bar. "this place drips with unassuming style" Housed in an old woolshed, the venue features original bluestone walls & pillars. Acclaimed Melbourne Chef, Martin Walker's menu is Modern European in style with a middle Eastern influence. Bluestone also specialises in corporate events, dining & gorgeous functions. 349 Flinders Lane MELBOURNE (+61 3) 96204060 www.bluestonerestaurantbar.com.au

Cecconi's Cantina Owned by renowned Melbourne restaurant family the Bortolottos, Cecconi's Cantina is a place where food, wine, service and atmosphere come beautifully together. 61 Flinders Lane MELBOURNE (+61 3) 9663 0222 www.cecconiscantina.com

Church Street Enoteca Church Street Enoteca is set in a stunning 1930’s building, the décor is elegant and true to it’s original era. The contemporary menu is innovative and yet traditional in preparation, a reflection of the original recipes found in Italy. 527 Church St RICHMOND (+61 3) 9428 7898

Cookie Cookie is huge warehouse style bar and popular thai restaurant. A place where creative types mix with city workers for after work drink from the extensive drinks list, great beer selection & delicious meals to accompany it. 252 Swanston St MELBOURNE (+61 3) 9663 7660 www.cookie.net.au

Donovans The restaurant has been designed to have the look and feel of one’s house, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows opening onto the beach. The menu is extensive with a modern mix of favourite dishes emphasising the best local produce. Donovans also offers an extensive wine list of Australian and imported wines and an eclectic mix of cocktails. 40 Jacka Boulevard St ST KILDA (+61 3) 9534 8221 www.donovanshouse.com.au

Ezard ezard is one of Melbourne's leading restaurants located in Flinders Lane at the base of the Adelphi Hotel. Owner/Executive Chef, Teage Ezard, offers "Australian free-style cuisine" with the primary influences the cuisines of Asia, China & Thailand. 187 Flinders Lane MELBOURNE (+ 61 3) 9639 6811 www.ezard.com.au

Interlude nterlude is Robin Wickens' mod-Brit French restaurant in Fitzroy which has won a swag of awards since opening in Feb 2004, most recently Gourmet Traveller's 'Best New Talent' for 2006. Smart, savvy cooking results in plenty of accolades at the table. Small intimate setting for that special occasion. 211 Brunswick Street FITZROY (+61 3) 9415 7300 www.interlude.com.au

Punch Lane Punch Lane is an inner city wine bar restaurant. A moody and stylish wine bar restaurant at the top end of Melbourne serving quality wine, food and cheese. Established for 10 years. 43 Little Bourke Street MELBOURNE 03 9639 4944 www.punchlane.com.au

Soulmama Soulmama is a breath of fresh air, offering a spectacular view of Port Phillip Bay and St Kilda Beach. Chef Cathy Maguire works her magic in the completely vegetarian kitchen, as she entices your senses with her praised global vegetarian food. A dining experience which enhances a compassionate and harmonious approach to eating and living. (+61 3) 9525 3338 www.soulmama.com.au

Taxi Dining Room Taxi Dining Room's Executive Chef, Michael Lambie offers a menu with tastes that equal the breathtaking dining space. His Modern Australian menu utilizes subtle & interesting influences from Asia to define its style. The menu focuses on fresh, seasonal produce & has been hailed by recent reviews throughout Australia. (+61 3) 9654 8808 www.transporthotel.com.au

The Point Restaurant The Point's panoramic views of Albert Park and the city Skyline are spectacular. The restaurants floor to ceiling glass windows capture the magic of the Albert Park Lake and surrounding environment to set a lovely atmosphere for your dining experience. Aquatic Drive ALBERT PARK (+ 61 3) 9682 5566 www.thepointalbertpark.com.au

Choix Creperie Cafe Choix Creperie Cafe is Melbourne's own small taste of Paris, with excellent coffee, classic and adventurous crepes done to perfection. Liberty Lane, 620 Collins St CITY (+61 3) 9629 1883

il FORNAIO paninoteca Described as 'Melbourne's sexiest bakery', il FORNAIO is more than just a bakery. Oozing style & quality in all they have to offer, this is the place to be for your weekend breakfast. Amazing cakes & pastries with superior coffee to match. 2 Acland Street ST KILDA (+61 3) 95342922 www.ilfornaio.net.au

Kanteen Converting a toilet block to a cafe may sound like a crazy idea but it has worked for Kanteen. With a outlook over the river it's one of the best spots in the city to sit outside and enjoy a coffee and cake. 150 ALEXANDRA AVENUE SOUTH YARRA (+61 3) 9827 0488

Postal Hall With excellent coffee and a small menu perfected dishes, the Postal Hall have struck the perfect balance. This unaffected, yet charismatic little establishment is all about reliability and quality. 116 Russell St CITY (+61 3) 9663 0998

Replete Providore Replete Providore cafe-come-foodstore is great for tasty wholesome weekend breakfasts when you can afford the time to relax and enjoy this local Hawthorn favourite. Ricotta hotcakes, corn fritters...they have the lot! 302 Barkers Road HAWTHORN (+61 3) 9818 4448

Wall Two 80 Coffee shop 'Wall Two 80' was designed by architects Six Degrees at the rear of Carlisle St. Great coffee and breakfast - they get the simple things right! 280 Carlisle st EAST ST KILDA (+61 3) 9593 8280

Baker D Chirico Baker D Chirico is Melbourne's finest Artisan Bakery. Specializing in natural fermented breads from organic flours, fine European pastries and cakes, hand made biscotti and nougat. The boutique store offers delicious fresh food both for breakfast and lunch accompanied with organic juices, Tea Corp teas and Genovese coffee. 149 Fitzroy Street ST.KILDA (+61 3) 95343777 bakerdc@bigpond.net.au

il FORNAIO One of Melbourne's hidden gems! il FORNAIO's organic dough’s are fermented for 3 days before gently & sculpting, moulding and baking in the hearth of our Stone Oven. The culture of our Sour Dough’s, along with traditional fermentation & baking techniques, give our loaves their unique flavours & textures. 2 Acland Street ST KILDA (+61 3) 95342922 www.ilfornaio.net.au

Mediterranean Wholesalers At Mediterranean Wholesalers in Brunswick you will find aisles of fresh produce including, cheese, meats, bread, pasta and imported olive oil. Everything you need to cook up an Italian feast for your family or friends (+61 3) 9380 4777

Phillipa's Phillipa's has been dubbed Melbourne's finest bakery on more than a few occasions. Offering a range of cakes, pastries, breads, as well as savoury treats, Phillipa's is a slice of bakery heaven. 1030 Malvern Rd MELBOURNE (+61 3) 9576 2020

Richmond Hill Café & Larder The larder is a compact treasure-house of good things. They stock high quality speciality foods including olive oils, both Australian and imported; local wine vinegars; a range of preserves; pasta; quality breads; locally-made fine chocolates; their own Super Tomato sauce & much more. 48-50 Bridge Road RICHMOND (+61 3) 9421 2808 www.rhcl.com.au

Cookie Cookie is huge warehouse style bar and popular thai restaurant. A place where creative types mix with city workers for after work drink from the extensive drinks list, great beer selection & delicious meals to accompany it. 252 Swanston St MELBOURNE (+61 3) 9663 7660 www.cookie.net.au

Der Raum Der Raum cocktail bar was designed to capture the essence of the classic "American Bar" with cool jazz and classy cocktails. 348 Church Street RICHMOND (+ 61 3) 9428 0055 www.derraum.com.au

Double Happiness Double Happiness is an intimate Chinese inspired bar down one of Melbourne's city laneways. Always popular on Fridays and Saturdays with locals, you'll enjoy this relaxed atmosphere too. 21 liverpool st MELBOURNE (+61 3) 9650 4488 www.double-happiness.org

Gin Palace The eclectic Gin Palace is a popular inner city post work bar. The Palace has a choice of 18 types of gin and certainly lives up to its name. The obvious choice...a martini please. Little Collins St MELBOURNE (+61 3) 9654 0533

Honky Tonks Honky Tonks is a well-loved favourite of the Melbourne bar and club scene. Find it down the laneway, make it past the doormen and up the stairway to the bar and you are in for a great night. Duckboard Place MELBOURNE (+61 3) 9662 4555 www.honkytonks.com.au

Loop Loop is a purpose built screening venue and bar which re-themes & re-invents itself nightly. This adaptability enables Loop to present work that is diverse & progressive in form & content. The bar catering to all palates playing eclectic tunes until the early hours. 23 Meyers Place MELBOURNE (+61 3) 9654 0500 www.looponline.com.au

The Melbourne Supper Club The Melbourne Supper Club is the place that locals take their out of town friends to impress. With views overlooking Parliament House, fantastic wine list and worn in feel, impress it does. 161 Spring Street MELBOURNE (+ 61 3) 9654 6300

Biome earth-friendly Living Beautiful, useful and inspiring choices for your home, body and gifts. Unique range of organic, recycled and natural products. Fast, low-cost shipping service for Sydney. Shop online or mail order 1300 301 767 www.biome.com.au

Jaspers Coffee Jasper Coffee source their coffees from no less than 27 premium estates around the globe. Jasper's offer six amazing Organic Coffees & they are strongly committed to the organic movement. 267 Brunswick Street FITZROY (+61 3) 9416 0921 www.jaspercoffee.com

Organic Wholefoods Organic Wholefoods are Melbourne's largest organic & natural foods stores. They offer an extensive array of certified organic & biodynamic foods ranging from fresh fruit & vegetables, breads, dairy, meat & groceries. 452 Lygon St EAST BRUNSWICK (+61 3) 9384 0288 www.wholefoods.com.au