A 10am breakfast made a leisurely way to start the day at Hart's Collective. I never knew this…read moreplace existed and was the perfect place to sit on the waters edge in a renovated shipping container and take in the view. Very eclectic with the old and new furnishings. Breakfast was ordered at the counter, and I chose free range poached eggs on sourdough with a side of smashed avocado and a latte to wash it down. No complaints from me as the eggs perfectly poached and avocado perfectly smashed. They even do suspended coffees here, and last count they had 24 available!

Great setting. Good service. Really, really good food! I need to go back - soon!…read more I had the gluten-free fritters with poached eggs, a watermelon mint juice and a coffee. It was all delicious. It is a beautiful space, with the deck over the water. Inside, the decor is homey and inviting. Now, if they had dog friendly seating, I might be there every week!

Classy, sophisticated, very New York, crisp, colourful, tasteful, polished are words to completely…read moredescribe it. When I first saw the gallery from the street it does look impressive and was going to walk straight past but after taking a peep through the half glass door I saw a giant Xmas tree fill the frame, I decided I have to go inside even though I felt under dressed. The epitome of class exudes from all directions, simply jaw droppingly stunning with all the paintings on the walls, some not his but most are, the colour scheme is perfect. Crisp white - but not fluro white - walls, one feature black wall, chocolate drop wooden stairs, decorative seating, original honey coloured matt polished floors, this can be a library all he needs is some arty books and a coffee machine and hey presto - oops wrong word...not classy enough. Mark Lobert has certainly grown and flourished with his poppies which I'm sure we've seen pop up at one event or another, namely when the Rundle Street Markets were in existence, he is no more a starving artist having to peddle his wares at markets. He has made it now and the gallery is even to the point of ostentatious. Upstairs there are several rooms all with the Mark Lobert stamp on them, one room in particular contained several black and white photos of Port buildings framed in black on the walls, another appeared to be a storage room with more massive size paintings, and one other intriguing room had lots of people working. He was speaking to the couple in front of me explaining he runs workshops for $150 where they produce one small and one large painting with his guidance, all the while enjoying a chicken and champagne lunch. Now every artist needs some inspiration infused with alcohol, it's what makes the abstract paintings! After the couple left he just looked at me and didn't actually speak to me, maybe it was the camera hanging around my neck that was off putting...it's ok Mark no hard feelings (but I can take a photo or two of my own you know). The gallery has also expanded into a multi function centre hosting private or corporate functions, weddings, birthdays (hey, what about paint ball!), and probably just about any other sedate event. Price is let's just say an investment. Definitely worth a look as there's nothing like it in the Port.

What a wonderful day spent in Port Adelaide this weekend…read more..... So many wonderful Galleries & quirky retail to be found here! And the Endeavour was also in Port which added an amazing feel to the area! Mark Lobert's Gallery in an amazing space, with wonderful treats around every corner! After a wonderful chat with Mark, we were inspired & wanted one of everything! Maybe when we venture back down to the Gallery for his Fringe Exhibition..... Would highly recommend this Gallery to anyone visiting Port Adelaide, maybe you will be lucky enough for Mark to be creating one of his master pieces on your visit!

Hola Jackalope...mucho gusto! I would never have known this place existed if I hadn't been going…read morefor a wander through Port Adelaide on Sunday.What a beautiful sunny day upon which to stumble upon it too, Jackalope is totally suited to the baking hot sun on it's 1848 heritage facade, it truly sets the scene. The shop started about three years ago by two Canadian sisters' love of all things Mexican and so why not share the love. They're not joking when they mention 'hidden' because it's not in view off the main road, instead tucked down a laneway between Lipson Street and Commercial Road in Calton Street. I was even lucky enough to get a home baked cookie upon entry as they were having a sale on the weekend. Stocking Mexican jewellery, wall hangings, folk paintings, a unique range of greeting cards, etc. Up the stairway landing there is a wall of religious Mexican crosses in all shapes, sizes and designs. The top floor has more paintings and water colours by local artists, cards, trinkets, etc but the rustic louvre open window is what makes this loft room come to life. I can imagine it'll get quite hot up there in summer despite the insulation. Outside is a good range of ceramics, pots, rustic metal chimes, wire and metal outdoor settings, plus more and also Day of the Dead collectables. Their counter and office is actually on a bench in a working kitchen and they serve a hot ot cold drink too which is perfect to be sipped outside before a siesta.

Have called in to Jackalope Studio Gallery a number of times and have met the charming owners. One…read moretime I just caught the end of an exhibition. It is always fascinating to look around the various areas: downstairs, upstairs and out the back. The heritage building adds to the attraction. The building was used to care for horses of patrons of the adjacent Port Admiral Hotel #OurPortADL #PortAdelaide For people who are walking in the Heritage Precinct and see the sandwich boards should definitely take the few steps to the location. I am sure that they would be impressed!