Audrey Bourget

The bread is all sourdough and the croissants are inspired by the co-owner’s family ice-creamery. It’s a French bakery, done in that North Melbourne way.

With more than 140 food and wine events concertinaed into 11 days, the choice paralysis is real.

Don't think Melburnians can "do" summer? These drinking spots will make you think again.

At Sun Kitchen, the prawn, abalone and sea cucumber-filled Imperial Treasure claypot will set you back an easy $398.

There’s a cheese selection that spans seven metres, a maturation room that simulates a natural cave, and a Comté unique to the cheese stall. And those grilled cheese sandwiches are here to stay.

There's pink walls, green velvet banquettes, and a naan pizza filled with blue cheese. Plus, a dish that combines panipuri and steak tartare.

In a city known for its boutique coffee, there's a place that's offering specialty green tea sourced from a seventh-generation plantation near Kyoto.

It’s the sister venue to the much-loved Maha, and you can expect Persian XO and an upsized version of those Turkish-delight doughnuts.

Expect oysters for breakfast and exciting snacks on Friday nights.

There will be coq au vin, duck-frites and half-size Martinis ’til late.