Melbourne

An Indian(ish) wine bar on Flinders Lane, where cheesy flatbreads star.

Head down a narrow alley and up a dingy stairwell for grungy vibes, fun wines and sensational burgers.

This playful eatery has a 100-square-metre open-air balcony and a tonne of oceanic snacks. Expect to use your hands.

Head inside this moody eatery for tortelloni stuffed with buffalo ricotta, enormous veal parmigianas and cherry-chocolate-fudge sundaes for two.

Fancy katsu sandos and high-quality coffee are the draws at this takeaway-driven spot inside the St. Collins Lane food court.

This outpost from the coffee specialist puts food on the same pedestal as coffee and design.

A bustling city cafe on Hardware Lane serving hearty French/Spanish dishes for breakfast and lunch.

A contender for the best gelato in town.

A fresh, upmarket take on gozleme, that flaky Turkish classic.

Zombie cocktails, leopard print and tikis everywhere (obviously). Check your everyday life at the door – it’s pure fantasy here.

A multi-purpose arts, film and drinking hub.

A hidden rooftop bar, with an emphasis on cocktails and comfort.

A two-storey, indoor-outdoor cocktail bar with an emphasis on fresh fruit and veg.

A Palm Springs-inspired space from the guys behind Fancy Hanks.

This wine shop by Embla’s Christian McCabe, winemaker Patrick Sullivan and importer Eric Narioo stocks interesting (and at times eccentric) small-batch and responsibly produced drops.

Classical tailored pieces from city to sea by local designer Virginia Martin.

This tiny, technicolour Flinders Lane patisserie serves flaky croissants and fluffy doughnuts without the help of butter, milk or eggs.

The Japanese label’s only Melbourne store.

A stylish swimwear and clothing brand with boutiques across Melbourne.

Minimal, contemporary clothing favoured by creative professionals.