Melbourne Darling Abroad – Italy Travel Tips and My Favourite Places in Rome

A few months ago in May 2016, I travelled to Italy for the first time. While I usually keep my out of Melbourne travels outside of my blogging for Melbourne Darling, this was a very special trip for me and I was just so overcome by the beauty of Italy I just wanted to share all of my favourite places, travel tips and local treasures for those who may also be interested in some of the same places I went to and things I did.

While I love being a tourist and seeing all the popular, iconic and unmissable sights, when I travel I also like to go beyond the typical tourist experience and really seek out the local treasures and seek out recommendations on things to do and visit from those ‘in-the-know’. I always find it extremely beneficial to speak to locals (taxi drivers, store and restaurant owners, waiters, store employees etc.) to get the best, most authentic advice as  what I’ve found is that these unexpected places found end up being the most memorable.

The series of posts on Italy I will feature are by no means a comprehensive guide and won’t cover any of the main activities or sightseeing but just a selection of some of my most handy tips and favourite places I found along my trip mostly by chance or through recommendations by locals I met along the way, places you may not necessarily find on Tripadvisor or from a hotel or travel guide. Here is my personal favourite collection of the places (mostly food related) I would recommend to my friends and family based on my experience that I’d like to pass on from one Melbourian to the next!

 

First I’d like to start off with some great general advice on being a tourist in Italy:

Rules for picking a good restaurant:

I never went to any really expensive restaurants, I always tried looking for the best value local finds serving the best quality food. One quick way to gauge the freshness and quality of ingredients of a restaurant in Italy is a quick look at their menus. Many of the local home cooking style Italian restaurants had the least well designed menus. Usually a one or two page sheet of paper, nothing fancy. This is because many of the popular restaurants that take in a high rate of customers and go through a high turnover of fresh ingredients update their menu very frequently, sometimes even on a weekly or daily basis. This is because they plan their menu around seasonal produce and the best quality seasonal produce that they selected, which may vary day to day to feature the dishes according to the best produce they have available to use. You will usually find these great restaurants off the beaten track, sometimes down side streets or closer to residential areas as opposed to near the popular tourist landmarks, so sometimes it is worth the extra walk or wandering around to find a great place (just don’t start heading down when your hangry, keep your Google maps on hand and stay safe!)

Also keep an eye out for the restaurant’s specialties as we found some restaurants which were fantastic at pizzas made very average pasta or vice versa. Likewise a little knowledge on what vegetables or seafood and types of meats are local and done well in particular areas which could save you the difference between picking a very average meal over a delicious specialty of the restaurant you are dining at.

We were also told the following 3 rules of what to avoid when choosing a restaurant in Italy from our lovely tour guide through La Bussola free tours of Venice:

  1. Johnny Gels – These are the slick haired men standing outside the restaurants calling out to passersby in an attempt to persuade them to dine at the restaurant they work for. The good restaurants are usually so busy they don’t need to employ such people to try and entice passersby to walk in.
  2. Extensive menus that come in four languages or more – Nothing yells out tourist trap more than a restaurant that chooses to translate their menu in every language to cater for all the tourists. It is rare that you will find locals and authentic Italian food at a place that caters for tourists so heavily. These places are unsurprisingly directly nearby the top tourist landmarks.
  3. Photos of food from the menu – Similar to the above point, because when things are in Italian and tourists aren’t sure how to order or what they are ordering, what better way than to just slap photos of the food everywhere so tourists can simply point to the dish they like the look of. Then don’t be surprised when you see the dish that arrives in front of you does not look as perfect as it appeared in the photo.

My recommendation for tourists who want to eat more authentic Italian and local food is to ask the waiters what the specialty of the region is or what the most popular dishes at that restaurant are. I also found that having a phone nearby to translate some of the ingredients or dishes is sometimes easier and quicker than asking a waiter to explain if your Italian is not so great.

Tips for picking tours:

Most big museums offer free admission on the last Sunday of the month which is a good option if you want to visit on the cheap however, if you are not bothered by the entry fee, avoid visiting on weekends or this day when you can expect the biggest crowds.

Many tours offer ‘skip the line’ options. This is a worthy option to consider, especially if you are travelling in peak season to not waste valuable time in your tour simply lining up most of the time.

Using public toilets:

Using the toilet facilities – some places will charge you to use the bathroom. The cheapest way to get around this and use the toilets is to go into a café and if you don’t necessarily want to purchase any other drink, order an espresso /short black to stand (not sit!) which should cost on average 1 Euro (too much higher above 1 Euro and you know you’re being ripped off). Hopefully many of the Melbournians reading this have embraced our cities coffee culture and won’t have a problem adding one or more espressos to their day, so worst case if you have a small bladder you may find yourself with a caffeine buzz. On the other hand, the extra pep in your step might just be beneficial for all the walking that’s needed in travelling around, particularly in Rome and Venice!

Here is the list of some of my favourite places I visited:

ROME

Trevi Fountain at night, Rome

Trevi Fountain at night, Rome

Franchi Gastronomia

Via Cola Di Rienzo, 200, Rome, Italy

https://www.facebook.com/Gastronomia-Franchi-305070869605810/

Stop for a glass of wine and a panino at this wonderful deli packed to the brim with breads, cured meats and antipasto treats. Via Cola Di Rienzo is also a great street to stroll down on your way to the Vatican City or Castel Sant’Angelo.

 Franchi Gastronomia


Franchi Gastronomia

 

Hedera Sweetness & Co.

Borgo Pio 179, 00193 Rome, Italy

http://www.hederaroma.it/

Very cute store interior serving up wonderful gelato and granitas using premium organic ingredients.

 

Gelati from Hedera Sweetness & Co. Rome

Gelati from Hedera Sweetness & Co. Rome

Staying near the Colosseum?

Castroni

Via Nazionale, 72, 00184 Roma, Italy

http://www.castroni.it/

An extremely handy café serving up everything from coffee to gelato to wine and sandwiches and a big collection of packaged sweets to eat now or bring back home from your travels. Good for a quick snack stop whether you need a coffee, a coffee crema (YES YOU DO) a pastry, sweets, wine, a sandwich or a gelato.

Coffee Crema at Castroni, Rome

Coffee Crema at Castroni, Rome

Alle Carrette

Vicolo delle Carrette, 14 / Via Madonna dei Monti, 95

https://www.tripadvisor.com.au/Restaurant_Review-g187791-d1231075-Reviews-Alle_Carrette-Rome_Lazio.html

Good for a cheap and quick bite of woodfire pizza and wine.

Pizza from Alle Carrette, Rome

Pizza from Alle Carrette, Rome

Ristorante Al Boschetto

Via del Boschetto 30

http://www.hoteljulia.it/al_boschetto.htm

Cute, warm and cosy ambience like your stepping into an Italian family’s home. Great pasta dishes. Fresh seasonal produce, particularly mushrooms and artichokes. Generous portions, wholesome, comfort food.

This street – Ristorante Al Boschetto is filled with many good restaurants.

 

Courtyard dining at Ristorante Al Boschetto

Courtyard dining at Ristorante Al Boschetto

Il Tettarello

https://www.tripadvisor.com.au/Restaurant_Review-g187791-d1727978-Reviews-Trattoria_il_Tettarello-Rome_Lazio.html

Via dei Capocci, 4, 00184 Roma, Italy

I didn’t actually get a chance to try this place as both times I went there they were full! But I heard a few locals recommending this place.

I also heard there are a number of good restaurants and bars in the area of Trastevere if you are up for the walk across the River Tiber which is a less touristy area of Rome where more locals, students and workers reside.

One of my favourite viewpoints of Rome is the Garden of Oranges / ‘giardino degli aranci’ a walk up stairs from the Forum, where you can see a breathtaking view of many major historical landmarks and a beautiful lookout that captures the heart of Rome.

 

Views of the Roman Forum and The Colosseum from the ‘giardino degli aranci’

Views of the Roman Forum and The Colosseum from the ‘giardino degli aranci’

Herzel De Bach

http://www.herzeldebach.it/it/herzel-de-bach.html

123, Babuino street

AND

2, Propaganda street
00187 Rome, Italy

Herzel I snow officially my favourite shoe designer. Shoe lovers, fashionistas and design aficionados must visit at least one, if not both stores of this amazing local shoe designer. With only 2 stores in Rome, the care, craft and thought that has gone into the design and production of these impressively flattering (and comfortable) stylishly handmade shoes that are just as exquisite and impactful as the eye-catching store display they are carefully encased in.

Inside my favourite shoe store in the world, belonging to the amazing footwear designer Herzel De Bach

Inside my favourite shoe store in the world, belonging to the amazing footwear designer Herzel De Bach

 

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Please excuse the image of my butchered feet after 3 weeks of solid walking morning until night but I couldn’t resist showing off these amazing pair of shoes with elasticated wrap around ankle straps complete with a metal loop that slides under the heel to secure!

 

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The Australian Drinks Festival – 2016

If you’ve outgrown your usual drink of choice (or decided drinking Espresso Martinis in Melbourne has become too normcore) then get ready to shake things up, (pun intended) raise your glass and say cheers this weekend at The Australian Drinks Festival.

Formerly known as the Top Shelf Festival, the premium drinks festival will see lots of cocktail shaking, wine sipping, beer skulling and dare we say shots poured as the two day event returns to Melbourne this weekend. Collect your Australian Drinks Festival passport and travel through stalls in the ‘Bar Safari’ sampling featured drinks and specials on offer from top Melbourne cocktail bars and restaurants or take part in one (or a few) of the extensive selection of tastings, classes and presentations on offer. Sit in on a Tequila Masterclass with Nick Peters from Melbourne’s Mamasita restaurant and bar or a Sensory Blindfolded Beer Tasting run by ‘Beer Diva’ Kirrily Waldhorn. Learn the Art of the Martini with Phillip Jones, aka ‘the Martini Whisperer’ and taste some of the world’s finest gins with ‘Gin Queen’ Caroline Childerley.

Participate in a Vodka and Food Pairing class or sign up to learn how to distil your own gin with McHenry Distillery. Visit the world’s smallest bar, ‘The Monkey’s Shoulder’ or make your way through the wide selection of premium and craft liquors, spirits, whiskies, beers, ciders and wines available directly from the distillers, winemakers and brewers exhibiting in the ‘Boutique Market’. Then once you’ve found your favourite drinks of choice, sit back and sip away in the wine garden surrounded by local food trucks and live music.

The Australian Drinks Festival

Saturday 16th July 2016 12pm – 7pm

Sunday 17th July 2016 12pm – 6pm

Venue: The Royal Exhibition Building, 9 Nicholson Street, Carlton, VIC 3053

 

Advance tickets cost $45 or $50 on the door.

Tickets available to purchase online now.

For more information on the Australian Drinks Festival, visit their website at australiandrinksfestival.com.au

 

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The Good Food and Wine Show – Melbourne 2016

 

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Citi presents your next foodie day out with the 2016 Good Food and Wine Show!

Featuring a collaboration of celebrity chefs, boutique producers and local product, the Good Food and Wine Show returns to Melbourne this weekend, just in time for the start of winter to provide you with fresh inspiration for your home cooking.

This year’s event will feature live cooking demonstrations by headlining celebrity chefs, Matt Moran and Colin Fassnidge as well as the return of crowd favourites, Miguel Maestre and My Kitchen Rules winners Sammy and Bella. Discover and taste a wide variety of foodie finds in Artisan Square and pick up your favourite Maggie Beer treats direct from Maggie’s Table.  Brush up on your wine knowledge with a range of wine appreciation classes and find a beer to suit your taste buds in Dan Murphy’s Beer and Cider Hall. You can also try your hand at fermenting kimchi or kraut with the Good Food School Intro to Fermentation free class.

Visitors’ of the event in previous years won’t be disappointed to find their favourite regular exhibitors in attendance as well as exciting new comers. It’s an engaging event to not only see and try different products on the day but be inspired beyond the event with new ideas and ingredients to bring home to your own kitchen.

Follow Melbourne Darling on Facebook and Instagram for live updates from the show this weekend!

Tickets available at the door or pre-booked via the website:

goodfoodshow.com.au

Friday 3rd June – Sunday 5th June.

Friday 3rd June:              10am – 6pm

Saturday 4th June:          10am – 6pm

Sunday 5th June:             10am – 5pm

Where:

Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre

2 Clarendon Street

South Wharf, Victoria

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The Dressmaker Costume Exhibition at Rippon Lea House & Gardens

Disclaimer: This is a sponsored post bought to you By Nuffnang. All opinions expressed are the author’s own.

 

If you also fell in love with the magical gowns that transformed the uncouth residents of Dungatar into alluring femme fatales in the movie The Dressmaker, you too can be like Tilly Dunnage and make your own fashionable return visit to Dungatar for The Dressmaker Costume Exhibition where a lavish collection of exquisite costumes from The Dressmaker feature film are now on display at the Rippon Lea House and Gardens.

 

The Dressmaker Expo 1

 

The Dressmaker movie shows the quirky and bittersweet tale of beautiful couture and sweet revenge, based on the best-selling novel penned by fellow Melbourne local, author Rosalie Ham. The collection of remarkable haute couture costumes is an ode to the glamorous decade in which the story was set, in the 1950s. But just as the fabulous couture pieces stand out from amongst the dusty barren backdrop of the fictional small Australian country town of Dungatar, the striking costumes make just as much of a magnificent impression standing or rotating in their fixtures throughout the exhibition, housed in the ornate rooms scattered side the Rippon Lea Estate. The fitting setting makes for an excitable, voyeuristic treat with the charmingly vintage interior design and artwork lacing the walls amongst the exhibition.

 

Take a peek into Tilly’s workroom, learn how the costumes were developed and see the outfits worn by the cast of the movie including Kate Winslet, Liam Hemsworth, Hugo Weaving (including a complete room dedicated to the costumes of Sergeant Farrat – check out the size of his ballet slippers) and Judy Davis. The unforgettable figure-flattering gowns, the elegant outfits, the large collection of headwear pieces and props, all beautifully on display as you walk through the estate like a beautiful maze, turning corners to discovering another little room containing the next beautiful collection of outfits from the next scene.

The Dressmaker Expo 2

 

The costumes initially left quite an impression on me when I viewed the film, however seeing the remarkable detail, fabric, textures and shapes up close gave me a new level of appreciation. Therefore I would recommend the exhibition to fans of the movie as well as anyone with a love for costume design, haute couture, vintage fashion or anyone who has a penchant for the charm of the 1950s will definitely enjoy a trip to The Dressmaker Costume Exhibition.

For visitors who also are also up for an even more unique experience of the exhibition, keep an eye out for the special events running during the exhibition which includes a ‘Meet the Makers’ Q&A session, a pop up bar and a night to recreate the Footballers dance as seen in the movie.

 

The Dressmaker Expo 3

 

The Dressmaker Costume Exhibition

Address: Rippon Lea House & Garden: 192 Hotham St, Elsternwick VIC 3185

Dates: 10am – 4pm, Friday April 22nd until Sunday 31st July.

Tickets: Can be purchased online or at the door.

Adult $20

Concession $18

Child (5-15 yrs) $10

Family (2 adults, 2 children) $50

 

For more information, visit the Dressmaker Exhibition website.

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Melbourne Dining Review – Kolache Cravings

I now believe that when Sir Mix-A-Lot claimed he ‘don’t want none unless you’ve got buns, hun’ he was clearly talking about the need to satisfy his craving for the soft, semi-sweet buns of dough filled with sweet or savoury fillings, served at ‘Kollache Cravings’.

Kolache Cravings Micro Bakery & Cafe

Kolache Cravings Micro Bakery & Cafe

New micro bakery Kolache Cravings serves its star product and namesake, the Czech and Texan fusion baked treat. Originating from the Czech Republic, kollaches later rose to popularity in Texas once the traditional recipe was tweaked to begin introducing both sweet and savoury fillings as well as experimenting with the fillings by using modern flavours.

Open Plan Bakery at Kolache Cravings

Flavours of the Day at Kolache Cravings

Flavours of the Day at Kolache Cravings

After living in Texas, owners Phil and Nona Wallis managed to find a rare void in what the Melbourne food scene was missing. Setting up shop in High Street Preston in January 2016, introducing kolaches to Melbourne alongside freshly baked cakes, danishes, croissants, muffins and tarts partnered with quality specialty coffee by Decoy Roasters. Paying close attention to the popular tastes and well-loved flavours preferred by Melbournians, Kolache Cravings aren’t shy to experiment with their ever-changing selection of fillings, churning out dozens of freshly baked goods from their open plan bakery throughout the day.

Kolache Cravings Micro Bakery & Cafe

Kolache Cravings Micro Bakery & Cafe

While the assortment of fillings may keep you guessing, the quality and winning recipe for the softest, freshest buns remains consistent. So whether your passing by for a chorizo and cheese or a strawberry and cream cheese kolache, I would recommend passing by to satisfy your savoury or sweet craving.

 

Kollache Cravings

105 High Street

Preston, 3072

(03) 9495 0706

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Oktoberfest in the Garden – Melbourne 2015

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It is no secret that Australians love taking up the opportunity to flock to Munich at least once in their life for the worlds most popular beer festival in the world – Oktoberfest.
It is therefore no surprise to see that bringing an Oktoberfest festival to Australia has been such a success. Following on from the sell-out event in 2014, the biggest Oktoberfest celebration is back with a double dose of Bavarian fun. Located at the Melbourne riverside grounds of Birrarung Marr, Oktoberfest in the Gardens will be two days of celebrations in Melbourne on Friday 23rd and Saturday 24th October.
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via Nokturnl Events

Ladies don your dirndl, and fellas slip on your lederhose as ticketholders will be welcomed to the event with a commemorative event stein and complimentary beverage upon arrival. Then get ready to sip (or chug) a selection of imported European beverages at the pop up beer hall including wine, cider and of course – beer, with over 15 imported German draught beer options.
But a stein of ‘bier’ would not be complete without a pairing of ‘brezel’ and you can sample from an assortment of authentic Bavarian food on offer.  Enjoy the rest of the day amongst the variety or performers, competitions, carnival games, rides and live music to keep you entertained and partying like a Bavarian throughout the afternoon and evening.
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via Nokturnl Events

Tickets for Saturday were sold out shortly after their release, however you can still purchase the last remaining tickets for this Friday’s event!
For more information visit the official event site at www.oktoberfestinthegardens.com.au
Purchase the last of the final release tickets for Friday’s event via Moshtix below:
*Images via Nokturnl Events

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The Dream Collective Career Summit 2015

 

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The Dream Collective aims to inspire, provide guidance and empower individuals with effective tools and strategies to equip you to go out and achieve both your career and personal goals.

Whatever your goals or aspirations, whether you are currently stuck in a career rut, losing the passion for your work or simply seeking  fresh, innovative ways to tackle your next big goal, project or career move, be inspired by the entrepreneurial spirit, motivated minds and cultivated wisdom from an incredibly talented selection of influential individuals at The 2015 Inaugural Dream Collective Career Summit.

While traditionally The Dream Collective focuses on those working in business, the outstanding speaker lineup allows this event to transcend well beyond the corporate world. From a TedX speaker, digital education specialist, to an innovation judge, business executives, a best selling author and a national sporting hero, this event is for anyone driven and ambitious to achieve whatever they set their mind to, in whatever career path, industry or field they are in.

This half-day workshop features a series of short TED style presentations in addition to an interactive panel session, allowing the audience an invaluable opportunity to ask questions and receive personalised advice from top business leaders and influential speakers on the day. This will be followed by an engaging network opportunity to meet the speakers as well as like-minded motivated individuals.

Meet with fellow aspiring future leaders and gain invaluable advice and insight into the knowledge of highly regarded influential leaders and successful individuals from various industries and career paths with the full line of speaker including:

  • Will Dayble – TedX Speaker, Founder of Fitzroy Academy of Getting Sh-t Done
  •  Sally Collins – General Manager Business Banking at NAB, Author of Stepmother Love and Top 10 Women to Watch in Banking and Finance
  • Loretta Hudson – Oceania Partner at Ernst & Young Australia
  • Kate Weiss – Founder of Table of Plenty, Telstra National Business Women’s Award Winner
  • Dr. Sarah Dods – Executive Manager, Strategy, Performance and Futures at CSIRO
  • Kris Howard – All Rounder at Canva (One of Australian startup scene’s biggest success stories)
  • Mike Rolls – Australia representative at World Disabled Golf Championship and Expert on Proactive Resilience
  • Nicole Fowkes – Director of Human Resources, GHD
  • Sarah Liu – Founder of The Dream Collective, Co-founder of Gemini3 and 2014 International Stevie Award Winner of Young Female Entrepreneur of the Year
  • Caroline O’Farrell – Centre for Workplace Leadership

I have personally attended a workshop previously with The Dream Collective and can attest to the certainty that it will be an incredibly insightful, inspiring, empowering and thought provoking session.

Event Details:

Time: 10am – 2pm

Date: Saturday, 24th October

Venue: The Arena, NAB Village, Docklands

For more information and to purchase tickets for this Saturday 24th October, click on the following link:

http://www.eventbrite.com.au/e/the-dream-collective-career-summit-tickets-18788517963?aff=es2

Special Discounted ‘Buy-One-Get-One-Free’ ticket offer:

Register to updates from The Dream Collective at the bottom of the webpage below to receive a ‘Buy-One-Get-One-Free’ ticket offer for all subscribers:

http://thedreamcollective.com.au/career-summit/

Disclaimer: Melbourne Darling was invited to attend The Dream Collective Career Summit as a guest. The opinions shared in this article are based completely on my own honest and personal views, thoughts and experiences.

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Melbourne Spring Flavour Exchange

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Get ready to be wined and dined by local producers as you sample and purchase fabulous local foodie finds and wines at the Spring edition of the Flavour Exchange Melbourne event on Thursday 3rd September and Friday 4th September at Federation Square.

We have a special offer for Melbourne darling readers with a 2-for-1 ticket deal! Just enter the discount below when purchasing tickets via Ticketek to activate the special discount:

Code for Thursday: TH241

Code for Friday: FR241

With each ticket, visitors will receive 14 tasting tokens to sample across the many exhibitors as well as a keepsake tasting glass.

Sample from a multitude of the best Victorian producers with the additional opportunity to meet and buy direct from the source!

Welcome the start of Spring at the Flavour Exchange and get your taste buds dancing with the freshest flavours created right from within our state of Victoria!

If you happen to not be able to make the dates this weekend, keep an eye out for their next event in Summer!

For more information head to www.flavourexchange.com.au

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Lipstick Matchmaker with Poppy King

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Ready to brave a bold new lip look or unable to find the perfect lipstick shade to complement your complexion?

Poppy King is back in Australia and if you are a lover of lipstick then I strongly suggest you snap up the opportunity for a personalised lip reading and colour match by none other than the Lipstick Queen herself. (I still get complemented on the lipstick shade Poppy personally picked for me a few years ago!)

Beautifully rich, creamy and vibrant lipstick colours from wine to fuschia, from berry to coral (her lip liners are a personal favourite of mine also) available for purchase after your one-of-a-kind colour consultation at selected Mecca Maxima stores nationally.

Meet Poppy in Melbourne on August 15th, 12pm-4pm at Mecca Maxima Fountain Gate & Melbourne Central. Call Mecca Maxima on (03) 9661 1292 or visit the Facebook event page below for more information.

https://www.facebook.com/events/665498633550819/

You can also visit www.lipstickqueen.com to view the full Lipstick Queen product range.

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Melbourne À La Mode

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Melbourne’s most glamorous, eclectic and fabulous are coming together for 3 days of styling advice, creative workshops, fashion shows and shopping! All inside a glamorous space at the first ever Melbourne A La Mode event on this Thursday to Saturday at the George Ballroom, St Kilda.

This unique shopping event will include some of the most loved local brands including Lady Petrova, The Eternal Headonist, Dainty & Bold,  T. Serafina, Micky in the Van and Anton Venoir Fine French Antiques. For more information on daily times and workshop bookings go to www.hawkeyevintage.com

DATES: Thursday 23rd July – Saturday 25th July

LOCATION: The George Ballroom, 129 Fitzroy Street, St Kilda

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