Gifted community – 16 October 2008
Contemplating gifts for the silly season? You could have it all wraped up, when you visit the independent artists, designers and makers in the Nicholas Building. Head upstairs to a hidden world of corridors, workshops, studios and galleries. Nicholas Building, 21–47 Swanston St. Look out for Open Studio events.
Fringe Snippets – 2 October 2008
Let your hair down to the best of fringe comedy, cabaret and creativity in October. Don't miss your chance to see off-the-wall performance and edgy art at the Melbourne Fringe Festival 2008. Venues across Melbourne, until 12 October, 2008.
Eastern star – 13 June 2008
Down an alley, amid concrete, metal roller doors and loading bays, you'll find the city's latest culinary gem. Sip a gin gimlet with rose and mint. Try fattoush, lamb ras el hanout, or chicken kataifi. With treats this shareable, you'd better bring friends. Maha, 21 Bond Street, Melbourne.
Secret pocket – 4 September 2008
After an inner-city adventure? Head for the compact wonderland of Melbourne's Crossley Street. Lose yourself among Art Deco lamps, pick up pre-loved 1960s couture and gather twinkly things for your bower – but don't be late for coffee and cake. Crossley Street is off the Parliament end of Bourke Street.
