Hidden behind the busy Sydney rd of Brunswick, every now and again you catch them when they're…read moreroasting. There is nothing quite like the smell of honey toasted almonds. Yum! Well priced, with larger quantities available, and more than just nuts - fruit, candy, chips and more.

I had a little trouble finding this place all tucked away in a little side road and then some. But…read moreit was well worth it. The Royal Nut Company is the front of house shop to a factory that imports, processes and distributes a lot of (you guessed it) nuts and other bulk foods for other wholesale and retail companies. As such it is very very cheap and the range is quite diverse. The initial reason I went there was because I wanted some Szechuan pepper which I was having a hard time finding anywhere. Well the Royal Nut Company has a massive range of really really cheap spices. It is totally worth going there on a regular occasion to stock up your pantry with all sorts of tasteful goodies. You may end up spending far more than you initially thought you would. But don't distress - you will be saving money in the long run. Trust me. They stock a range of grains, legumes, dried fruit, herbs, spices, nuts, nut butters and tinned food amonst various other things.

Every once in awhile I get an intense craving for frozen yoghurt (read: sugar) and so it was that I…read morepaid a visit to Yo-art while shopping at Barkley square over the weekend. I had high hopes but this Yo-art wasn't up to the standard I had experienced at the city store. The topping selection was mostly packet candy and wasn't neatly presented. Nothing appealed to us so I went sans-topping. The froyo itself wasn't mind blowing, and for the price ($8.50 for a regular portion that I shared) I was expecting higher quality. The mango flavour tasted very fake which was disappointing as I had assumed that they would use natural ingredients given the high price they are charging.

SOOOOOOO GOOD!! One of my favorite breakfasts in Australia and maybe anywhere! I got the Belly…read moreDancer plate which is the oddest and best combo of sweet and savory. It has a stack of pancakes with Nutella, banana, and pork belly bacon in between each cake. It's topped with a fried egg and has syrup and Parmesan cheese on the side. Such a weird idea but I really loved it! I'm a huge sweet and savory combo fan so bear in mind if you don't like sweet and salty together this isn't the dish for you. The Thai iced tea was also FABULOUS. Great service and free wifi. Absolutely a top notch spot.

What better way to start the day than with a cup of warm latte and a magical looking breakfast from…read morethe famous Humble Rays? But first, finding this cafe was no easy feat. Hidden from the plain sight, this cafe is Located in a less commonly travelled path, in an alleyway that just a few blocks from Victoria Market. A bit tricky to find, but the experience, however, was certainly worth the effort to get here. I promise :) Upon walking in, I was instantly in love with the interior - a spacious dining area decorated with vibrant colors of blue, yellow and green; it's fun and calming... the type of cafe where I don't mind spending my whole day here :D. Humble Rays most iconic menu is the French Toast Forever (AUD$19). It's a beautifully plated thick French toast stuffed with vanilla bean cream cheese. Topped generously with boysenberry ice cream, nuts and seasonal fruits and garnished with eye-popping fairy floss - It was nothing less than scrumptious! Portion wise, it was ginormous and easily last me through my next meal. For my drink, I ordered their green tea latte; it was gentle tasting and smooth. Delicious! Short to say, Humble Rays does not disappoint in any way. From the gorgeous food to inspiring atmosphere. The price is as what you'd expect to pay at a fine cafe in Melbourne... heavy on the pocket! But if you're looking for a gratifying cafe experience with Instagram worthy food (that also taste beyond its appearance), Humble Rays surely delivers.

Personal passionate and tempting. This is about the best service and delightful chocolates when I…read morefirst walked into the shop. Then the smell of coffee hit me and my taste senses were in overdrive. The coffee was a perfect interlude to the day and the chocolate choices amazing. Made with care it all complimented the ambience of being away from the main drag at Ivanhoe. Will be back on my journeys and no doubt will leave with gifts of chocolates for loved ones.