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Grace’s Cafe..? of the Week!

TOMORROW IS EASTER! Now of course I wasn’t seen posting on Good Friday, but tomorrow is a joyful day, so I’ll share this recommendation instead of chocolate for consistency’s sake.

There is no doubt in my stomach that you will be feasting on every scrumptious delight possible tomorrow! And that’s not to mention the hunting and feasting on chocolate. Don’t even get me started. I’ll be raiding the shops come Easter Monday for all those specials.

So you’ll be feasting like you were at Christmas. Yes, I know how much turkey you ate. But your food desires will be off the charts tomorrow, so let me start by feasting your eyes with these slices of heaven…

SLICE GIRLS

‘Slice up your life with Slice Girl’s PIZZA!’

Okay, so let’s take a trip down memory lane to my first experience at Slice Girls. When I first came across these guys, little did I know that the following events would ‘slice up my life’ and bring out my passion for food, especially PIZZA. 

I dare not exaggerate the following events, aside from the fireworks and the chorus lines - you may argue that the whole thing was just in my head and... well…I…I don’t disagree with you. I mean… I doubt a chorus line can keep up with my eating speed, but there are OH so many happy thoughts of eating.. 

So before I explode with an onslaught of GIF’s, I’m going to hand this one to Bryan Adams’ ‘Thought I Died and Gone to Heaven’, because it sums up my experience and will do so again for this review. Enjoy this cheesy rendition.. (I tweaked the lyrics)  LOVE IS FOREVER - AS I LIE AWAKE BESIDE YOU

BABY - THOUGHT I’D DIED AND GONE TO HEAVEN SUCH A NIGHT I NEVER HAD BEFORE...

THOUGHT I’D DIED AND GONE TO HEAVEN. CAUSE WHAT I GOT THERE AIN’T NO CURE FOR..

NEVER NEEDED NO ONE, ‘TIL YOU CAME ALONG

I DREAM THE SWEETEST DREAMS NEVER WANNA WAKE UP

NEVER THOUGHT IT COULD BE THIS WAY. NO DOUBT ABOUT IT - CAN’T LIVE WITHOUT.....

NEVER THOUGHT IT COULD BE THIS GOOD...

So there’s a glimpse of my treasurable first memory of Slice Girl’s pizza.  Please. Just go there and eat some pizza. And while you’re at it, they sell $1.00 espresso. But don’t worry; it won’t wake you up from the wondrous and cheesy experience of their pizza, because THAT PIZZA IS REAL, MY FRIEND!  NOW - Back to the slice of life: Slice Girls are new to the Lt Lonsdale scene but are no strangers to their neighbours, 1000 Pound Bend Cafe.  So if you like 1000 Pound Bend, you’re gonna love Slice Girls. SG is the coolest joint, thanks to their chilled staff, AMAZING pizzas and their quirky & cosy venue environment. They have an extremely cheap menu and are just a delight to be at. Unfortunately they do not serve your normal strong cap just espressos. But hey, if you want coffee, go next door. THE SLICEDOWN: Location: 369 Lt Lonsdale St, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 3000 Cost: $ Hours: Mon-Wed noon-4pm; Thu-Fri noon-11pm; Sat 4pm-11pm BUT EASTER HOURS:

Specialties: Walk-Ins Welcome, PIZZA & Drinks. Website: http://www.slicegirls.com.au/ IF SLICE GIRL’S VENUE WAS A SONG IT WOULD BE... A KRIMBO

CREDITS ARE IMPORTANT: All things Slice: https://www.facebook.com/slicegirlsmelbourne Slice Girl’s photos: https://www.facebook.com/slicegirlsmelbourne Bryan Adam’s Lyrics: https://youtu.be/CTfIr_euGTs Venue’s music: 'Settle Down’ - Krimba ‘90s Music’ - Krimba

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Grace's Café of the Week

I'd like to dedicate this review to my Tumblr Wizard, Gabrielle McKenna (elegance-in-simplicity) who taught me how to master my blog. Thank you x

Since recommending Krimper, I have received feedback from friends that have investigated the venue and shared their views as well as their own recommendations.I love receiving your feedback and recommendations - so thank you and keep them coming x

That being said, I have decided to review another café which is close by to Krimper , and that area is filled with great places such as Short Stop and N2! It works well for your Melbourne tour! Although to be totally honest with you, my decision was influenced by the St Kilda Festival which ends this Sunday. I decided to choose a place that offered similar relaxing vibes. But I'll leave it up to you on whether you decide to tailor your day by visiting my recommendation before or after the festival, or leave it for another time– up-to you. (Sunday evenings is is also their Live Acoustic sessions *hint*?*hint*) ....Anyway..

1000 £ Bend Café was one of the first places I had ever discovered in Melbourne, and has remained my favourite ever since. It has changed over the years, but has still managed to keep its uniqueness (although I do miss that Foosball machine.)It’s THE first place I would take someone visiting Melbourne just because it sums up our city and the scene we've got going for ourselves so well. Either way, it’s a great cultural place

It’s retro, vintage, street smART and grungy, but it attracts a contrast of the hipster student, the timeout subscriber or just the everyday life liver. Its location resides near Melbourne Central, so it’s not too difficult to find. It’s an awesome place for catch ups, even though the space is open and the sound bounces around; it doesn't throw your focus off your conversations. In saying that though, it's very popular around the busy times of the day, so keep that in mind depending the time you decide to visit (Krimper is always around the corner and a good back up place in case seats are hard to come by).

Image: Trip Advisor

The music playlist for 1000 £ Bend is like a shazam session. Their beats set off an awesome vibe with plenty of moments and flashbacks. You might find yourself bopping along in your chair to the beats of the 80s or the latest electronic or acoustic tracks. Or you could just be bopping along to the sound of your coffee being made wink emoticonThere is always something new happening at Bend. It’s a café by day and a bar at night. It seems unfair to limit it to one thing, just because they offer so much to their customers

Visualize the Bend Imagine a warehouse space… THE FRONT SECTION is the café/bar/dining. THE BACK AREA is a huge empty space with a disco ball & a bar. This space is hired out for versatile events such as MSO, 90s Karaoke Night, Wrestling Matches, Circus Carnivals, Markets, Galleries, and I've even seen an Ice Rink in there during Music Week. They'll let you pop your head in to check out the space, as well as to see how different companies have utilized and transformed the space. UPSTAIRS is used for film launches and movie screenings.

THE MENU:

Their menu has recently changed, with more variety for brekky, and their burgers and quesadillas are heaven-sent. Their coffee is well-made with love and their choice of soft drink is organic, but definitely quenches your thirst. AND may I just add that their prices are incredibly cheap for food & beverage lovers. I’ve highlighted a few specials to take note of but please find more listed in the breakdown. Enjoy.

I could ramble on about the Bend for hours, but I’ve gotta leave something for you to find which no doubt you will. Just remember that the small quirks and details highlight the venue more so than the loud decorations, so if you have an eye for detail, you’re sure to enjoy!

(Note to all my musician friends: 1000 £ Bend showcases Melbourne's acoustic artists every Sunday evening. Shoot them an email to secure your spot or check out what they have to offer here.)

The Breakdown:

Location: 361 Little Lonsdale St, Melbourne, Victoria 3000

Price Range: $

Specialties: Café, gallery and cinema. Offers: Breakfast, Lunch, Coffee, Free Wifi.

Opening Hours: Mon - Wed: 8:00 am - 11:00pm Thurs - Fri: 8:00am - 1:00am Sat: 10:00am – 1:00am Sun: 10:00am – 11:00pm Website: http://thousandpoundbend.com.au/

1000 £ Bend venue vibes:

Credits are important:

1000Bend Logo & Menu snippets: Click here Image front of the Bend: Trip Advisor Dandy Warhols album cover: Click here

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Café of the Week: flickorna HelinVoltaire

by Karen Ordones

First of all, it is an honor contribute to the blog of one of the most elegant women I have ever met. Renata is not only elegant but bold, chic, fearless and kind-hearted. She has all it takes to be a trendsetter and a lifetime friend.

Part of me wants to write about fashion, however my first post will be about another passion: food. Winter seems to have arrived earlier in Stockholm and all I can think about today is where can I drink the most deliciously velvety warm drinks?

This week's café is flickorna HelinVoltaire. 

Going to the café is a beautiful walk itself. It is located right in the middle of Djugården, which is administrated by the Royal Curt of Sweden. There are historical buildings, galleries, museums and yacht harbours.

The outside has a castle-look feeling, and the inside is as cosy as it gets. Fairy lights on the ceiling gives a christmasy touch to it. The cakes and pastries are absolutely delicious, not to mention the generous portions of it. 

This charming café located in Royal lands is definitely my favourite so far.