Every time I go to Glenferrie (Hawthorn), I do not leave the area empty handed without taking home…read morea few of their gourmet sausages: we are talking about flavours such as rosemary, cheese and chives. See and appreciate for yourself. There is (every Saturday) this budding cook cooking delicious sausages for you to smell, taste and appreciate: like a mini appetiser/snack: there is no limit to the number of little sausage pieces you can try. This staff member (the same guy every weekend) is always so cheerful and friendly. It gets interesting once you come inside. You would almost feel guilty if you walked away depending on how many sausages you have tried. Their cooked gourmet sausages is a great hook to come inside. Truly divine. More like a deli instead of a butchery of gourmet meats. The staff are so energetic (full of protein literally) and I always (without fail) order two parmas that just need to be whacked into the microwave for a few minutes, and they are just a meal in itself for me on those respective two nights a week I am not in the mood to cook. Great value for gourmet meat. My Amex doesn't always think so.

I recently started buying there as I once tried a sample of chicken steak they were giving outside…read morethe store. I loved that bite so much I had to buy it and I continue on doing so whenever I feel like eating meat. They offer quite a good range of produce and staff is really friendly. Prices are affordable even for me as a student. Highly recommended!:)

You know any store is worth visiting if you're willing to cross town for it. Double that if you're…read moreinstantly impressed upon entering- visually at first, then with the ability to find both items you want, and need. The supermarket end is always well stocked, the qaulity of produce both fresh and aged impeccable, and you can get just about anything you're after. Which is a relief if you've ever been to a bodgy supermarket that is scant in offerings, and leaves you a slightly depressed. In fact Boccaccio is the complete opposite; a happy place that's always chockers with an incredible range. The Cheese section is enormous for the shop of it's size, the deli is on par, fruits and veggies are all there, and all in great fresh qaulity; the layout of the shop and selection of items are well thought out and chosen well. Boccaccio, both for the cellars and it's supermarket are absolute first rate when it comes to qaulity shopping with extensive and well sought range and breadth of fresh groceries of every kind. The supa Iga has you covered for: produce, green groceries, cheese, meat, and everything else, it's incredible; I don't think I've found another supermarket that can match it. It's worth noting here the most integral decision for choosing to visit- that it's not any of the big two supermarkets. Onto the bottle shop ergo the actual cellars; a brilliant offering of high qaulity wines of all kinds, beers, spirits which are broken down wonderfully into their respective categories, and any other form of bloody decent tipple you may fancy. in short all the alco-wholes, done very well.

Boccaccio's has the best customer service. I had a lovely conversation with a young man at the…read morecheckout, he went further then simply asking how my day was and leaving it at that we had a proper conversation. However i found it rather odd that the rest of the store was quiet and the staff did not seem to be friends with each other as none of them where talking. Over all, It made my day very enjoyable and i recommend Boccaccio's to everyone.

At first glance Bivano and Sons appears to be a high quality and well stocked fruit and vegetable…read moreshop. But anyone who has had the pleasure of visiting this well known grocer knows better! Yes B & S has the best looking and diverse range of fruit and veg I have seen, but it doesn't stop there. There is a beautiful range of flowers to choose from as well as a deli section I could very well live in. Any shop that has a fridge of Ben and Jerry Ice-Cream has my vote. And yes, they do stock a range of sauces and deliciousness from Gourmet Simon Johnson. This grocer is not only filled with beautiful products but friendly staff and a conjoining butcher for all your carnivourous needs. This place is a pleasure to visit and its produce joyous to consume. Yes, it is that good. All other greengrocers take note please.

I am impressed every single time I go into Leo's…read more It has to be one of my favorite supermarkets. The range is so wide, I feel like you could go in there and always find something. Shelves are packed in such a nice homely way. Last time, I stumbled upon a spoon of chocolate to make hot chocolate with. Who knew? Plus, their selection of wine has a lot to offer. I could get lost in this supermarket, just looking at everything that they have.

The original Leo's Fine Food & Wine in Kew does a lot right. The bakery, the deli with gourmet…read morecheese, antipasto and salad. The wide range of meats and fresh produce that share the spotlight with a diverse grocery collection. This is the spot to pick up gourmet food for your picnic basket or your next morning tea. However this supermarket has simply outgrown itself. It is full to bursting point with tantlizing tastes and aromas. The result is chaotic. The problem isn't the space itself, more that I have spent time in its sibling supermarket in Heidelberg. That location has wide aisles, great lighting, windows and feels spacious, not so Kew. It does gourmet as well as anyone though and is a great place to browse. I liked the blackboard listing liquor specials and was chuffed to find Viru, an Estonian beer that I enjoyed while living in there. Queue Tallinn flashbacks.

Looking for a supermarket that can think outside the limits of its own home brands and support an…read moreabundance of Australian made and owned products? Leo's is that place. Leo's reminds me of the best supermarkets in Adelaide, Foodland, stocking a similar range. The variety of organic, gluten free, and super foods is enough to inspire you to swear off the bad stuff, well for a few minutes anyway! Prices are slightly higher but when you're buying and supporting local I think it's worth it. Plus when you realise your exercising your right to buy outside of the big two, it's definitely worth it. You can easily do a big or little shop here. Highly recommend.

Big fan! This place has everything that a normal big chain supermarket does plus beautiful, gourmet…read morefood as well. If you go when the sales are on, it's comparable to Coles/Woolies prices but in general it's more spendy. Huge gourmet cheese selection and great deli. Small parking lot in front but huge undercover lot in the back.

Top deli, friendly family business. The best range of cold cuts and cheese in camberwell. Good for…read morecoffee supplies as well.

Caputo's Deli has been the same, in the same place since I moved to Australia in 1997. Furthermore,…read moreit smells the same. You know those smells that just remind you of your childhood? Going into Caputo's does exactly that. I instantly start to remember the little packets of Moam lollies (chewy candy in a variety of flavours) that my Mum would let me buy with my pocket money if I'd been good. They stock predominantly Italian imports in their tinned and dry food range, with a small but interesting range of gluten-free items. The cold meats and cheeses are what you'd expect for a suburban deli, but then nowadays I only really go for the Moam. Yes, they still stock them.

There's a lot to like about this place. As far as Deli's go…read morethey have a great selection and variety of everything you'd expect to find in a great Deli. Everything from nuts and seeds, jams and sauces, meats and cheeses, dips, olives, picketed treats and then so much more. I tend to end up here for a takeaway morning coffee or when I'm short for time on the weekend and want something homemade to take away. Take a look if you're in the area as there's something for everyone.

My dad has raved about the coffee here of late & walking past it one day I decided to try & wow I…read moream glad I did. Consistantly good coffee everytime! I now walk that bit further just to go, not once has my coffee been bad. You are always met with a smile & waved goodbye with a smile & well wishes for the day, regardless of how busy they are. The same barista is always there which leads me to believe he is the owner & takes great pride in what he does. The saganaki is to die for also. They are shut on Sundays unfortunatly.

Does the sound of the word 'Chartreuse' make your ears prick and you have an overwhelming emotion…read moreof excitement? Well this is the place for you. Cleo's deli located on Commercial rd Prahran has only the best quality products for your anti pasto addiction. Ranging from smallgoods, amazing cheeses, terrines, pastes, olives and butters. The list really goes on. This place is my one stop shop for when I feel like indulging myself in a vino and cheese board. You can't beat the quality and the friendly staff that are ever so helpful.

Home of the best Chorizo sausage in town!…read more Locally made using fresh pork shoulder and top notch ingredients with an age old recipe, this fresh Chorizo is now supplying to good restaurants around Melbourne. If you come early, there will be lots of bread, but if you get there at any time there is cheese a plenty and other gourmet delights. Sundried tomatoes, olives,artichokes pancetta, other meat goods, all for your anti-pasto platter needs or just general indulgence in general. Worth checking out next time you head over to Prahran market and either want something great to add to the basket, feel like a treat, or want to treat someone with some gourmand produce.