footscray is 99% ethnic... weird off-cuts, asian fish, plenty of duck... if it's an animal, not much won't be up for sale when it's been chopped up... set-up on tha ground level of a multi-storey carpark, it's old and dirty... it smells like asia wet market stench... :p

You'd like these crave:

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The most random cuts of meat everywhere. Every second stall has copious amounts of chickens and off cuts!

I am prepared to be disappointed by the Coventry Markets.

Because they're not on TOV?

i guess it all depends on just how big they allocate areas for meat/seafood/fruit&vege/other goods...

looking at tha list, i'm hoping you'd get a really good selection of shops... i just enjoy so much now having tha choice of 3-4 places selling tha same meats but you can gaze amongst them all and see tha differences, not only that, but also get to build a relationship with them... eg. when i go to footscray or queen vic, i go to different stalls depending on what type of meat or meat cuts i'm after... it's funny how, you notice differences and so you tend to go for one stall that sells that better quality/cut etc... it'll be interesting to see whether you get to have this set-up there...

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market fly-by

There were four butchers and four large fruit and veg stalls (the four of them virtually took up the back wall, which is about 100m in length). Some dry goods places. I can't remember how many fish places, I remember seeing at least one large stall for fish. I'm not sure how much of a genuine market feel it will generate though, Perth has an uncanny knack of creating sterility.

The friend I mentioned has butcheries at other markets and they seemed to have a fairly standard range from memory, but I think they cater to the market in those outer suburbs a bit. I think Morley will be much bigger, would attract a different crowd and many more people. She came from China in her 20's and has a few pointy things to say about how pedestrian things are here and she is a chef as well. I think she would only need encouragement from customers to stock different things.

I remember your photos from the Footscray markets, those looked great and I remember at the time hoping these ones would turn out like that. The layout is certainly similar.

Because they're not on TOV?

You're right - I'll never actually leave ToV to find out truth be known. I made the treck out to Malaga markets not long ago only to be disappointed.

matt, that's all relative to market experience and what you like to look in markets? tell us what you like to find in markets? :p

Malaga is good for the fruit and vegetables, similar to how Subi is. Although Wanneroo is best for that, it's just too far away.

People have mentioned the Canning Vale markets before, but I've never found them, I thought it was a wholesale market? Do they have a section open to the public?

Malaga is good for the fruit and vegetables, similar to how Subi is. Although Wanneroo is best for that, it's just too far away.

People have mentioned the Canning Vale markets before, but I've never found them, I thought it was a wholesale market? Do they have a section open to the public?

When the markets were in the city I remember going there early on a Sat morning when it was open to the public. I assume they still do the same thing.

yeah open to the public on sat morning, wholesale only on other days

matt, that's all relative to market experience and what you like to look in markets? tell us what you like to find in markets? :p

I like them to be close:) Station St for me. Kelli I didn't like the set up at Malaga, plus bought the kids a toy each that broke within minutes of getting home. South Melbourne Markets are good.

well close to a train-station would be ideal, i don't disagree with that, but i think tha concept to have a shopping hub in morley is good also... even if you're not into shops at tha galleria, you have to agree it's a good precinct to have in the end..

i like tha set-up at south melb markets, however, tha meat and fish section get away with robbery becos it's "south melb" crowd... so over-priced, i resent that.

matt, tov would be ideal for a inner city market, any strategy/push for one?

back end of mciver station/lord street would be ideal for me... :)

edit: lol. i got distracted and didn't finish off a sentence in bold... wow. i'm so wanted right now... lol...

well close to a train-station would be ideal, i don't disagree with that, but i think tha concept to have a shopping hub in morley is good also... even if you're not into shops at tha galleria, you have to

i like tha set-up at south melb markets, however, tha meat and fish section get away with robbery becos it's "south melb" crowd... so over-priced, i resent that.

matt, tov would be ideal for a inner city market, any strategy/push for one?

back end of mciver station/lord street would be ideal for me... :)

The ground floor of the northern podium in the Leedy Masterplan is earmarked for a market.

I meant close to me:) not a station. screw the rest of you.

lol. well, screw you too!

The ground floor of the northern podium in the Leedy Masterplan is earmarked for a market.

I meant close to me:) not a station. screw the rest of you.

IF WE DONT ALL HAVE MARKETS NEARBY NONE OF US SHOULD HAVE MARKETS NEARBY

matt, that's all relative to market experience and what you like to look in markets? tell us what you like to find in markets? :p

Sanj this would have been a better spot for your post:)

IF WE DONT ALL HAVE MARKETS NEARBY NONE OF US SHOULD HAVE MARKETS NEARBY

You wouldn't see this shit in Santiago...

I like them to be close:) Station St for me. Kelli I didn't like the set up at Malaga, plus bought the kids a toy each that broke within minutes of getting home. South Melbourne Markets are good.

Yes, if I go to Malaga, it's only for the veg. Queen Victoria markets is more my idea of markets than South Melbourne though. They didn't even have any fruit and veg there. There were a lot of boutique stalls, coffee places, chocolates, cake etc in glass cabinets. I think markets should be a bit rough and tumble with piles of fresh produce just out of the ground, mainly seconds from the local growing area, where you can walk in with $30 and your pointy elbows and come out with your weekly groceries. Not good with kids though, unless you're trying to lose the blighters :).


yeah open to the public on sat morning, wholesale only on other days

Ah, that's how it works, I've been wondering for ages, thanks.

hahaha blighters. my grandfather was the only person i knew who used the word.

+1 for cheap, dirty, stinking markets

Queen Victoria markets is more my idea of markets than South Melbourne though.

Regardless, having multiple markets options is clearly preferable to the situation in Perth:) I thought Malaga fruit and veg just looked like a fruit and veg shop.

Yes, the more options the better and the closer the better. As to Malaga...it is relatively good quality and cheap when the alternatives are Coles, Woolies or IGA! Now I just mostly use a couple of small, local veg shops rather than go out there. That is why I'm hanging out for Morley.

The crowds @ Malaga on the weekends are a sad indication of the lack of choice in Perth. The Fruits/Vegies can be purchased at any Asian shop, the foodhall is pure junk and the remainder isn't worth the effort.
I only go there every now and again to stock up on 79c Analisa beans.

You wouldn't see this shit in Santiago...

haha funny mofo!!

:lol:

I bought a Colo Colo beanie at a street market for Dos Mil peso's and a pair of Adidas for vente mil!!

The crowds @ Malaga on the weekends are a sad indication of the lack of choice in Perth. The Fruits/Vegies can be purchased at any Asian shop, the foodhall is pure junk and the remainder isn't worth the effort.
I only go there every now and again to stock up on 79c Analisa beans.


It's true regards choice. I can't believe the crap that my local Coles sell for inflated prices, $3.50 for half a scungy cabbage the other day, they'd only get away with that in a market that has little alternative. $14 a kilo for capsicum at the IGA. Even shopping at Fresh Provisions is better value.

Not sure I agree about the asian grocery shops vs Malaga though, not for the price, variety and the quality of particularly fruit. Even though I said I think markets should be lively enough to need elbows, I used to go to Malaga on Fridays, because everything was fresher and there were no crowds.

The markets at Subiaco are pretty cheap and I suppose the crowds there on a weekend are testament to the lack of value elsewhere.

It's true regards choice. I can't believe the crap that my local Coles sell for inflated prices, $3.50 for half a scungy cabbage the other day, they'd only get away with that in a market that has little alternative. $14 a kilo for capsicum at the IGA. Even shopping at Fresh Provisions is better value.

Not sure I agree about the asian grocery shops vs Malaga though, not for the price, variety and the quality of particularly fruit. Even though I said I think markets should be lively enough to need elbows, I used to go to Malaga on Fridays, because everything was fresher and there were no crowds.

what can be surprisingly good value at times is jacks in claremont. i saw 59c cabbage yesterday, have seen 79c cauliflower in the past

they obviouslyy use it as a loss leader

"Shiraz Persian Restaurant" opening next week, near Coles, just off Newcastle on one of the "new" side streets.

Opposite "Endless Delight" Chinese, which is now open.

It made me happy seeing two new restaurants on my walk to work, this should be good for tourism.

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Lunch at Perugino yesterday = absolutely fantastic.

No truffles left whatsoever but was divine nonetheless.

what did you have mincy?

Homemade ravioli with spinach and ricotta cooked in a sage and butter sauce.

Herb grilled mushroom on a bed of rocket, pecorino and diced tomatoes.

Creme caramel, pear and almond tart with fresh cream.

That ravioli and creme caramel is worth waiting a year for.

They had a few more vegetarian options this year actually.

I was fit to burst. Could've rolled all the way home. Didn't even have room for dinner.


The way they do chicken livers looks very tasty. But I recall you're not a fan of the livers.

cool, i might give it a go one day. im a bit bored of the same old though

were there any new dishes on the menu? from memory you had all 3 dishes last year too didnt you?

# sanj steals food cause, ## he is a paki bum hahahahaha

Yep, a few more additions to the menu - both vegetarian and meat options.

They also had four specials that day - octopus, salmon, veal and something bucca (?).

Set menu had 11 entree options and 9 mains (not including the specials) if I rememeber correctly.

The service there is something wonderful. They were so packed they had to creat four additional tables in the main entrance :crazy:

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old friend of mine from singapore days ended up going to le cordon bleu and has just opened a patisserie in bangkok. im gonna hurt it when i go there in march

That ravioli sounds like a winner mince.

The markets at Subiaco are pretty cheap and I suppose the crowds there on a weekend are testament to the lack of value elsewhere.

what can be surprisingly good value at times is jacks in claremont. i saw 59c cabbage yesterday, have seen 79c cauliflower in the past

they obviouslyy use it as a loss leader

I'll have to investigate these then, thanks. I can't help it, I do like a bargain. My mother said to me once, 'if everyone spent money like you, the economy would go down the toilet'.

Never seem to get to the western suburbs much these days, living in the east. Getting to those places would just mean getting on the train on the weekend though.

old friend of mine from singapore days ended up going to le cordon bleu and has just opened a patisserie in bangkok. im gonna hurt it when i go there in march

Mad pastry hook ups for Nate when he's in BKK next (possibly April)

come in march nate, im going to hk as well

i spoke to her last night, she said at the moment she is selling the cakes etc out of home but by early next year shop should be ready

come in march nate, im going to hk as well

We can talk when you call me about the MONITOR

:rofl:

He's terrible isn't he, Nate.

i had some dickhead waste my time when i waited til 6.30 at work yesterday and i got to bed at 3am. youse can all get fucked

on a more positive note, had a thoroughly positive experience with a tradie this morning which was refreshing

but yes, i will do my best to remember the monitor today

Tommy Ton, how I love thee ♥

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^ yuk.

Sanj is an indian giver :P

Divine.

I've my eye out for a Celine handbag. Don't particularly like that one but just adore the colours in the photo.

That Burberry coat is way out of my price range but very similar to the style/colour/cut I am looking for. Zips optional.

Wish I could take photos like Tommy Ton. Jealous.

That Burberry coat is way out of my price range but very similar to the style/colour/cut I am looking for. Zips optional. . Jealous.

The coat is cool....like the zips maybe lose a couple of buttons though...

Are you here for the silly season, Nate?

Bangkok a definite for Songkran?

Are you here for the silly season, Nate?

Bangkok a definite for Songkran?

I'm here...

BKK not definite yet... but we shall see...

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love this...

lol. It's clearly something only asians would find cool.

tha detail and cut is pretty good...

Bar One's sister restaurant, The Sentinel, has officially opened.

Sentinel will be open 7am till late, Mon - Sat. The menu will feature a concise, considered grill component balanced with classically inspired bistro food.

While Bar One will be closed over the New Year,
Sentinel will be open for New Years Eve!

www.sentinelbar.com.au

tha detail and cut is pretty good...

too bad it looks like shit

lawl, Nate you're Asian!

One of us, one of us!

Tuesday's Guardian:

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We can talk when you call me about the MONITOR

bumped for Snaj's benefit :lol:

Just going back the rejection of the liquor application for The Latin, what is likely to happen next, is anyone in the know? Surely there is going to be some departmental squabbling that must result in something?

I mean, the EPRA has just spent millions of tax $$$ trying to revitalise this part of William St, and then RGL has just gone and rejected the applications. It would be interesting to see if Barnett has a quiet work with the commissioner or something. There is a clear conflict of interests going on here between the police/nanny state and the active city rhetoric the govt is putting out..

I would be interested to read about why the public interest clause was put into the legislation given that it wasn't there when the new law were originally enacted a few years back. Who pushed for this, and were these consequences foreseen? Does anyone have the balls to repeal the clause now that it's clearly proven to be ineffective in promoting the kinds of venues that Perth needs.

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I assume we are missing some interesting haircuts again.

So I'm after a nice pen - long term - maybe 2 - fountain and ball point.

Anyone an penafficionado?

kilometrico writes thousands of words


On a food note, went to opening night for Endless Delight Chinese...

...GREAT!

So I'm after a nice pen - long term - maybe 2 - fountain and ball point.

Anyone an penafficionado?

There's a pen shop in the city. Cnr Hay and Barrack.

kilometrico writes thousands of words


Nah I'm after something that will last a lifetime, so I can regret losing it after a month or so, and curse whenever I have to use a kilometrico or bic biro:)

So I'm after a nice pen - long term - maybe 2 - fountain and ball point.

Anyone an penafficionado?

Just happened to be chatting with my mum yesterday, and over lunch she mentioned she was listening to the religion show on Radio National. It was discussing how religious observance like Ramadan, or fish on Fridays, had turned in to indulgence rather than the "fasting" they are intended to be.

I only mention as apparently it also mentioned that indulgence and pontification about things like expensive pens are what the deadly sin of Gluttony is about.;) unprompted by me of course;)

kilometrico writes thousands of words


On a food note, went to opening night for Endless Delight Chinese...

...GREAT!

it was open on friday night too...

what did you have btw?

Just happened to be chatting with my mum yesterday, and over lunch she mentioned she was listening to the religion show on Radio National. It was discussing how religious observance like Ramadan, or fish on Fridays, had turned in to indulgence rather than the "fasting" they are intended to be.

I only mention as apparently it also mentioned that indulgence and pontification about things like expensive pens are what the deadly sin of Gluttony is about.;) unprompted by me of course;)

On the contrary, I'm pursuing lifetime ownership of a single quality object and rejecting a disposable consumer society Sanj;) Anyway you've got to let me have my pen, otherwise no one can have one.

So I'm after a nice pen - long term - maybe 2 - fountain and ball point.

Anyone an penafficionado?

The pen I'm planning to buy.

http://www.doublecream.com.au/MontblancMBL508-10456.htm

I know doublecream looks like a dodgey name for a website but it is legit.

Mont Blanc have a very nice pen collection.

There's a pen shop in the city. Cnr Hay and Barrack.

Yep will check it out cheers, I think there is another in Piccadilly and was wondering of the Fox Hunt place may also dabble in such gents' accessories. I was more wondering about quality and super stylish makes.

Although Sanj's taunts mean I'll probably have to seek out a pen in a 2nd hand collectibles store now.

Just happened to be chatting with my mum yesterday, and over lunch she mentioned she was listening to the religion show on Radio National. It was discussing how religious observance like Ramadan, or fish on Fridays, had turned in to indulgence rather than the "fasting" they are intended to be.

I only mention as apparently it also mentioned that indulgence and pontification about things like expensive pens are what the deadly sin of Gluttony is about.;) unprompted by me of course;)

Lol - be honest, how long did it take you to trawl back just to find that;)

hahaha sorry matt im just being a fuckwit (surprise surprise). dont know much about pens but i know my dad LOVES the mont blanc pen he was given

didnt take too long actually, just had to type truffles and matt b

btw i went into foxhunt today, didnt see any pens. pretty sure the shop dilaz is talking about is called t sharp and co and there is also a pen shop somewhere in the western suburbs, i remember looking it up for my mum a couple of years ago. either claremont or cott


oh yeah i think devlins in subi sells some pens too. if youre going to asia anytime soon fuck the whitey margins off, but it over there instead

btw i went into foxhunt today, didnt see any pens. pretty sure the shop dilaz is talking about is called t sharp and co and there is also a pen shop somewhere in the western suburbs, i remember looking it up for my mum a couple of years ago. either claremont or cott


oh yeah i think devlins in subi sells some pens too. if you're going to asia anytime soon fuck the whitey margins off, buy it over there instead

(partially) Fixed

where did you end up going last night matt?

where did you end up going last night matt?

We went to Must and had a lovely night. I figured I'd judge it on the standard bearers and went the staples - charcuterie plate and then the roast chook. Creme brulee for dessert. All washed down with a nice Howard Park Riesling. No complaints at all and exemplary service.

I did comment to my wife that this restaurant game is not exactly rocket science. How hard is a roast chook, nice mash and gravy and beans, and a starter of a slice of pork pie, some pork pate, and a tin of gourmet cat food;) But they do it superbly!

Billy Lee's has made it to my black list!! I waited an hour and a half for noddle soup... well I actually walked out after waiting an hour and a half for noodle soup!!!

SERIOUSLY WTF!!!

Billy Lee's has made it to my black list!! I waited an hour and a half for noddle soup... well I actually walked out after waiting an hour and a half for noodle soup!!!

SERIOUSLY WTF!!!

hawkers > maks > city garden > billy lees

what kind of bullshit excuse did they give you for the wait? that is ridiculous!

We went to Must and had a lovely night. I figured I'd judge it on the standard bearers and went the staples - charcuterie plate and then the roast chook. Creme brulee for dessert. All washed down with a nice Howard Park Riesling. No complaints at all and exemplary service.

I did comment to my wife that this restaurant game is not exactly rocket science. How hard is a roast chook, nice mash and gravy and beans, and a starter of a slice of pork pie, some pork pate, and a tin of gourmet cat food;) But they do it superbly!

ah cool glad to hear you enjoyed it. i love the charcuterie plate, theyve been doing it consistently well for a long time, as far as i know theyre the only restaurant in perth with a full time qualified charcutier.

was it noisy?

was it noisy?

Nope. There was the odd cheer from the wine bar section.

hawkers > maks > city garden > billy lees

what kind of bullshit excuse did they give you for the wait? that is ridiculous!




was it noisy?

When I asked the waitress, she didnt really speak much english, she just said "Sorry I will check" "Coming soon maybe 10mins" then when I said we wanted to cancel and leave they just "ok, sorry"... It wasnt really that busy either!

I told my father in-law, he thought it was the funniest shit out!! Then he said we should gone to hawkers!! haha

what did you have btw?

We had some szechuan pickles for entre - fucking delicous, with lots of szechuan pepper corns..

I can't remember the name of the prawn dish, but it was a flash fried (wokked) prawns (good size), with lots of chilli, garlic, and these minitaure peanuts, etc... prawn heads were probably the tastiest I have had in some time.

Cummin Lamb - like a braised lamb crusted in cummin and spices with some veges... I had a really similar dish to this in China, but with dog meat. haha. Lots of small pieces of lamb, still on the bone (most not on the bone)

Standard kai lan with garlic, just to test them.

Rice and tea.

Fed four people (we weren't super hungry), cost us $60! Presentation and service was a cut above the standard Northbridge chinese restaurant.

Pigs Ear was sold out.

There were a lot of interesting dishes, to be honest, I can't wait to go back, so if you're keen any time, perhaps when you call me about the monitor .

Hey good idea, lets make a date this week. My shout, you just bring the monitor. Any night but tonight.

Had dinner at the Wembley food court again Saturday night:

Laksa - bad. Ok, maybe not bad. Certainly not good. Ok.
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Went up to York for the day yesterday. Stopped at this place for late lunch:

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Now that laksa looks fine. Why so bad?

It lacked that strength of flavour, Luka. Wasn't hot/spicy by any stretch of the imagination.

The colour of the broth was right so I was quite excited when it first came out. First few sips seemed quite good cos I was bloody starving.

That laksa at Makan 2 was good.

...and its a vego Laksa at Wembley??

They do laksa with meat too :)

Nate, do you know where I can buy a lens cap? I've lost/misplaced mine. Do you know if the D40 also has a hole for a strap so I can attach the cap to the camera so this doesn't happen again?

i suspect mincy is one of those veg who is in the "if i dont know it wont kill me basket".

i think i know which prawn dish youre talking about nate, i spotted it on the menu as well.

btw u still want to pick the monitor up today or chance it?

mincy - which stall was the laksa from?

The one you like - that Malaysian place.

No Im still not convinced. That laksa's got my tummy rumbling. Some nice crispy roti and a kopi and I'll be set.

Oh and I bought a dress! Ive never bought an item of womens clothing (for myself) before. Its bloody beautiful!

Oh and I bought a dress! Ive never bought an item of womens clothing (for myself) before. Its bloody beautiful!

0_o

wat

You turning crossdresser now, Luka?

Milan Luka:

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Just making sure you're paying attention.

And no crazyfanny, thats not a dress, its a mumu.

What I bought was this----- as worn by Bic Runga. It's another item of memorabilia for my collection.

Babe:

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lolololololololololololol

wat

Something you haven't told me then, Luka?

One day I'll open that museum! Axl Rose's belt, Sachin Tendulkars boarding pass, Sarah Silvermans toenail clipper and now Bic Runga's dress!

But for serious, tis a nice dress. One off from NomD. Got it for a steal. Very see through. Will get my next lady friend to "model" it for me.

You're cereal???

How much was it?

Dead set mate. Got it for a cool $100! Someone who worked for NomD had it in her collection, she just wanted some money fast. The good thing was its easily authenticated.

Now I just need Bic to become way more famous (or get shot) and Ive made a fortune! :)

i suspect mincy is one of those veg who is in the "if i dont know it wont kill me basket".

i think i know which prawn dish youre talking about nate, i spotted it on the menu as well.

btw u still want to pick the monitor up today or chance it?

If it's a case of "chancing it"... I will pick it up today. Busy for a few hours, will give you a call later to get details.

actually, can you do me a favour and sms the details to me? New phone, your number won't be in there yet (can't be assed copying old numbers across)

thanks!!

ive already put it in the car, sorry ive taken so long, im not normally this bad (shut up mincy)

sorry ive taken so long, im not normally this bad

Thats what happens when you get old

Went to Paul Bocuses' restaurant in Lyon the other night named Le Sud, or The South in French. Pretty amazing food and wine, without being over the top.

I had a plate of Jamon for entree, while the others had Foie Gras, Escargot and i forget what king prawn tails.

Mains ranged from Occo Bucco to Salmon to Lamb Shouder, and many other amazing items.

For desert, I had to go to the Creme Brulee...did not disappoint.

At the moment, we are staying in a fully catered ski house, which was built by the guy who is looking after us, and whos mother is cooking for us. Last night we had Raclette - im sure you dont need an explanation for that. SO much cheese and meats...amazing food to eat...especially after a hard day skiing!

^^Sounds great.

The Herdsman has been chosen to operate the kiosk in the murray st mall.

http://perth.wa.gov.au/documentdb/2150.pdf

It's better than the nothingness that currently exists, but I'd prefer (haven't heard that old saying on here for a while!) a few independent growers being allowed to open up kiosks on the weekend for example. In London, there are just random streets that on a Sat morning turn into a markets with lots of traders opening up stalls. It would be good to encourage this sort of thing in Perth.

re: Dilaz's referenced PCC document. There might be a couple of people crying over the bubbletea option getting passed up.

re: markets - in the previous Foreshore plan there was talk of the possibility of a market area on Sundays. Not sure if the current plan will also be able to be possibly used. I can't see why not really.

dunno if anyones seen the new jb hifi in garden city lately? its where freedom used to be, big store and a pretty big sushi bar in the middle of that end too...both given that whole end of the shops a new buzz where it was always pretty quiet.

So many people will be going in and out of there buying music and dvds they dont want or need just because its there! that place is addictive.

Dinner at Mindarie Keys Sunday night:

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Dinner at The Melbourne Hotel last night:

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Thumbs up for the grub at the Melbourne - finally a place with decently priced pub food!

too bad it'll be closing soon.

Why? :(

http://www.skyscrapercity.com/showthread.php?t=573580&page=16

thx dilaz. devvvvvvvo!

16/12/2010
Unit 3/145 Newcastle Street PERTH WA 6000
Take away Lunch Bar- Kung Fu
15,000.00
BA-HTH 2010/636

21/12/2010
"CULTURAL CENTRE"
James Street NORTHBRIDGE WA 6003
Food Premises Fitout - Perth Cultural Centre
0.00
HEALTH 2010/9668

Why? :(

I thought I'd mentioned that.

Whoopies :tongue2:

16/12/2010
Unit 3/145 Newcastle Street PERTH WA 6000
Take away Lunch Bar- Kung Fu
15,000.00
BA-HTH 2010/636


Mark my words, 2011 will be the year of many new and cheap restaurantslunch bars/cafes etc.

They will all spring up around the new tafe - thousands more people to feed come early 2011!

Hoi Sank, I don't suppose you know whether Mrs S will be open tomorrow? I've been calling since yesterday and no one's picked up.

Either I have the wrong number or they've shut up shop for the year.

Sherbet don't open until Jan 11th :(

MattB was right it's the "The burger Bistro" opening in Leedie where Monza used to be. Looks like any day now.

I give them until winter.

leave the negativity to me. I have a feeling they'll do alright. Pretty sure they can serve alcohol too

speaking of alcohol, I recieved a half assed response from my letter to the minister regarding the rejection of The Latins liquor licence...

MattB was right it's the "The burger Bistro" opening in Leedie where Monza used to be. Looks like any day now.

they have opened already (well at least according to some pics on facebook i saw). looks like an old friend will be cooking there which should be nice. he is a good chef, has been cooking around perth for years, so if he is in charge of the kitchen im hopeful it will be good (havent been to burger bistro so cant comment on quality)

you're right sanj. I was there today to have some JUS and the place was open. Didn't look busy (2-3 people) but very early days. Better than Monza for sure.
PS: Stuzzico is well and truly CLOSED. Oven is for sale

how was jus?

we had some takeaway fro subi last night and parts of it were disappointing. bokka and mozzarella chicken were nice, the 2 fish burgers (one gluten free) were a bit meh, fish a bit overcooked and the whole burger was a bit dry.

still nice flavours but far from being as good as it should be for $14 or $15

Hoi Sank, I don't suppose you know whether Mrs S will be open tomorrow? I've been calling since yesterday and no one's picked up.

Either I have the wrong number or they've shut up shop for the year.

Sherbet don't open until Jan 11th :(

Probably too late for you but I popped my head in today - it's open tomorrow (closed 25th to 28th Dec and 1st to 3rd Jan).

Off to Divido tonight for my mum's birthday.

So update on Joseph Anthony. I finally received the 3rd shirt I ordered back in April. It has taken 8 months and numerous calls/visits to get a shirt.

Its a different excuse everytime I speak to them. The latest one was about how hectic it was lately. I have never seen anyone else in the shop when I go in there and the exact same stock is on the shelf from when I first went there back in April.

So the shirt I got was ok but there are some defects. Nothing that effect it too much but compared to the first 2 I got its quite poor.

I can very highly NOT recommend them for ANYTHING as their service is just plain terrible and quality fairly average at best but a complete rip off for what you pay.

Yeah yeah I know - Hong Kong.

i'll be in tha lunch bar scene...

:)

Hey I was wondering what you foodies thought of Kylie Kwong? I saw an episode of her China show and I dunno... She just kicked the guy off his wok by paying him and yelling at him in English... It felt really awkward..

I havent seen it mentioned yet (and couldn't see it with a search) but the Nandos on William Street at 140w is now open and there is a sushi place due to open next to it very soon (i.e. looks to be in the final stages of fit-out)

Although does the CBD really need YET ANOTHER sushi place?
Can all these many sushi places actually survive without putting each other out of business?

Apparently Rise is closing down, tonight to be their last. Can anyone confirm, or find out what the plans are?

there was a DA not too long ago for a substantial reno i think

Thats sad news. Haven't been there for years but have so many fond (fuzzy) memories of that place.

Although does the CBD really need YET ANOTHER sushi place?
Can all these many sushi places actually survive without putting each other out of business?

Office workers love it.

140W office workers will love not having to cross the street to get it.

Perth is still very much a 9-5 town so food places that cater to the lunch rush make a bunch of sense. I'm hoping the pub on the corner of 140W has a casual Greenhousey type vibe about it.

Except that there is already a Sushi place upstairs in the 140w food court.

The one40w website says a "Thali Indian" is going to open in the food court.
Personally I hope that Salsas Mexican opens a store in the CBD :)

the annoying thing is that none of these places are particularly good yet the fact that spo many of them exist means that heaps of people are happy with it

on a more positive note, was talking to the owner of mrs s last week and she said apparently 3 different people are trying to open a small bar in maylands at the moment, not sure what stages the applications are at (i believe one has been approved by council, no idea re liquor licence)

^I wonder where those bars are being proposed for? There is not much vacant at the moment, virtually all the Match shopfronts are gone. There is a nice old deco place on Guildford Road that has been stripped and is being renovated, I've wondered what is being planned for there.

I've wondered if the naming of the alleys is just affectation, or if it is because places down there will need an address.



I've an unrelated question - if people could recommend one restaurant in Northbridge, which one would it be?

Dinner at the Mooloolaba Surf Life Saving Club... freshly made fettucini with seafood (fish, prawns, squid and scallops) in beurre meuniere sauce... $18 including salad (thank pokies for this!).

It was actually really nice and had heaps of fresh seafood.

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^I wonder where those bars are being proposed for? There is not much vacant at the moment, virtually all the Match shopfronts are gone. There is a nice old deco place on Guildford Road that has been stripped and is being renovated, I've wondered what is being planned for there.I've wondered if the naming of the alleys is just affectation, or if it is because places down there will need an address.


Guildford Rd? There's the old Blind Institute on Whatley Crescent...

Office workers love it.

140W office workers will love not having to cross the street to get it.

Perth is still very much a 9-5 town so food places that cater to the lunch rush make a bunch of sense. I'm hoping the pub on the corner of 140W has a casual Greenhousey type vibe about it.

I hope it's rough, ready and shows sports.

Dinner at the Mooloolaba Surf Life Saving Club... freshly made fettucini with seafood (fish, prawns, squid and scallops) in beurre meuniere sauce... $18 including salad (thank pokies for this!).

It was actually really nice and had heaps of fresh seafood.

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Amazing the difference between Surf Life Saving Clubs here and in the eastern states. Still, I would rather what we have and no pokies.

^Yes, it's not worth it in the long run.


Guildford Rd? There's the old Blind Institute on Whatley Crescent...

Oops, looking at it again, it's not deco, it's earlier. I took this photo a couple of months ago because I thought they were pulling it down, nearly had a heart attack. It turned out it was just the red brick side wall they took down.


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^I wonder where those bars are being proposed for? There is not much vacant at the moment, virtually all the Match shopfronts are gone. There is a nice old deco place on Guildford Road that has been stripped and is being renovated, I've wondered what is being planned for there.

I've wondered if the naming of the alleys is just affectation, or if it is because places down there will need an address.



I've an unrelated question - if people could recommend one restaurant in Northbridge, which one would it be?

apparently one is in one of the match shops, no idea re the rest. i imagine the print supplies shop will disappear soon. there ia golden express that looks like an average lunchbar that is opening up very soon as well, looked nearly ready to go last week.

re NB - very hard to say without knowing what youre looking for but my favourite overall NB restaurant is easily hawkers (it is one of my favourite 2 restaurants in perth)

btw it is closed for holidays at the moment

blind institute will be WA Ballet's new headquarters, council bought it off finbar and is leasing it to them for a peppercorn rent from memory but they have to pay half the cost to get it restored.

^I wonder where those bars are being proposed for? There is not much vacant at the moment, virtually all the Match shopfronts are gone.

Didn't John Rifici try to get a bar started on Eighth Ave a few years back? I remember he was going through the planning process for a while.

off to melbourne on thursday for 5 days, the 2 restaurants i really wanted to go to are closed on the only night ive got free atm. balls.


crave - u been to naked for satan?

Didn't John Rifici try to get a bar started on Eighth Ave a few years back? I remember he was going through the planning process for a while.

i hope it fails

rifos is a shithole that needs to be put in its place

$16.50 for a bruschetta with crap tomatoes in a casual suburban cafe??

And didn't Alannah Mactiernan say she owned a property or two in Maylands that she was looking at turning into small bars..

i hope it fails

rifos is a shithole that needs to be put in its place

$16.50 for a bruschetta with crap tomatoes in a casual suburban cafe??

He has clearly found a market...

He has clearly found a market...

so has sienna's

And didn't Alannah Mactiernan say she owned a property or two in Maylands that she was looking at turning into small bars..

yeah she owns a good sized one as well

Do you know which one Sanj?

Rifo's was ok five years ago, when it was a cheap and cheerful and you could get a quick dinner for between $8 and $13. It had a genuine italian bistro feel, down to the strong muddy coffee. The menu hasn't changed, just the price, which has about doubled, I think the son took over is what happened. It's not the kind of food that warrants the price any more, is all. I actually quite like their salads.

Someone has obtained building approval for two retail places recently, where the temporary Rifo's carpark is at the moment. Not sure who is doing that though.

Do you know which one Sanj?

Rifo's was ok five years ago, when it was a cheap and cheerful and you could get a quick dinner for between $8 and $13. It had a genuine italian bistro feel, down to the strong muddy coffee. The menu hasn't changed, just the price, which has about doubled, I think the son took over is what happened. It's not the kind of food that warrants the price any more, is all. I actually quite like their salads.

You can get the most of the same stuff down the road at Leo's for far less.

Someone has obtained building approval for two retail places recently, where the temporary Rifo's carpark is at the moment. Not sure who is doing that though.

Possibly the Rifici development?

Do you know which one Sanj?

Rifo's was ok five years ago, when it was a cheap and cheerful and you could get a quick dinner for between $8 and $13. It had a genuine italian bistro feel, down to the strong muddy coffee. The menu hasn't changed, just the price, which has about doubled, I think the son took over is what happened. It's not the kind of food that warrants the price any more, is all. I actually quite like their salads.

202 whatley i think, 2 shops to the left of that gooky furniture store which had wenovation sale written on it recently


agree re rifos. i didnt mind it before but refuse to go with its current prices

202 whatley i think, 2 shops to the left of that gooky furniture store which had wenovation sale written on it recently



I was in that furniture shop a couple of weeks back. I was surprised how far back the property extended.

You can get the most of the same stuff down the road at Leo's for far less.

You know, I've never been there, not sure why. You seem to be local as well?

202 whatley i think, 2 shops to the left of that gooky furniture store which had wenovation sale written on it recently

apparently one is in one of the match shops, no idea re the rest. i imagine the print supplies shop will disappear soon. there ia golden express that looks like an average lunchbar that is opening up very soon as well, looked nearly ready to go last week.

Oh, that is interesting, thanks. What is there at the moment is not that exciting from memory, an art place and alternative therapy place type of thing.

There are interesting characters in those shops, the print supplies fellow and particularly the Austrian in the antique store...mad as a box of frogs.


re NB - very hard to say without knowing what youre looking for but my favourite overall NB restaurant is easily hawkers (it is one of my favourite 2 restaurants in perth)

btw it is closed for holidays at the moment

Damn, that would have been the type of thing, but I'll keep it in mind for another time. I suppose we'll just take pot luck, although if I have no strong opinion ready, we'll probably end up at Viet Hoa.


I was in that furniture shop a couple of weeks back. I was surprised how far back the property extended.

It has that whole other two storey building out the back. I wonder if their cafe is up and running yet.

Another nice meal in Qld, Spirit House on the Sunshine Coast. It's built around and over a lake boardwalk style in tropical gardens, all outdoors but under cover and it was raining the whole time we were there, nice. Sauces to die for!


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Chargrilled beef ribs with sweet chili dressing & orange mint salad (foreground). Crispy fish with tamarind chili sauce (middle). Watermelon salad (rear).

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My favourite, sweet potato and ginger noodle balls with szechwan pepper glaze.

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Not so fond of faces on my dinner, but that's the harsh reality of it I suppose. Crispy fish with tamarind chilli sauce.

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Crispy pork belly with citrus caramel sauce.

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It has that whole other two storey building out the back. I wonder if their cafe is up and running yet.

I thought that got knocked back.

Oh dear, how does that work, they've just built that shiny new kitchen?

Maybe they had to resubmit their proposal?

Agree with the whole "fuck Rifos" sentiment. Especially considering you have considerably better coffee shops literally minutes away - Sherbert and Milkd. The multipurpose centre across the road from the Polish church should help liven the place up, as will the eradication of the temp Rifos car park. I wouldn't be surprised if some day soon the IGA next to Leo's is shutdown, considering there's another IGA a few hundred metres away.

Maylands has a good place in my heart, I can't wait to see it become the next hot spot.

kelli, is that cod? looks so good! yum...

Was at City Beach this evening and pleasantly surprised to see Clancy's Fish Pub have/are taking over Oceanus. Hope it works out as Clancy's Freo is a great spot.

Agree with the whole "fuck Rifos" sentiment. Especially considering you have considerably better coffee shops literally minutes away - Sherbert and Milkd. The multipurpose centre across the road from the Polish church should help liven the place up, as will the eradication of the temp Rifos car park. I wouldn't be surprised if some day soon the IGA next to Leo's is shutdown, considering there's another IGA a few hundred metres away.

Maylands has a good place in my heart, I can't wait to see it become the next hot spot.

There had been talk of a multi story mixed use development on that corner.

I went to rifos for breakfast a few months ago.

It was pretty bad.

I've never had outrageously bad food there but I've had issues with other patrons and with the service.

Agree with the whole "fuck Rifos" sentiment. Especially considering you have considerably better coffee shops literally minutes away - Sherbert and Milkd.

I think it is just me, but I find Milkd's coffee hideous, I give it a chance every now and then, it is still hideous.


kelli, is that cod? looks so good! yum...

The lady said it was a snapper, a spiny something snapper. It was actually my least favorite dish there, the fish was beautiful and fresh and was interesting how they cooked it (the whole thing was coated and deep fried) but the sauce wasn't flavour balanced. You'd expect something with tamarind in the title to have some element of sourness, there wasn't enough sweetness and there was too much salt (from someone who loves saltiness). The sauces on the other dishes were lovely though. Sauces are my thing.

I think it is just me, but I find Milkd's coffee hideous, I give it a chance every now and then, it is still hideous.



I had to explain how to pour an espresso last time I was there... :lol:

I think it is just me, but I find Milkd's coffee hideous, I give it a chance every now and then, it is still hideous.


I guess you are talking about the Maylands one. I'm always happy with the North Perth one. Not tried Maylands. My wife can't drink the coffee from That place on London St even though many love it. I think she's narrowed it to a brand of coffee now.

I had to explain how to pour an espresso last time I was there... :lol:

I drink black coffee too, with or without milk on the side, which with the milk frothing thing out of the picture, there is so much less chance of it going wrong as well. It seems like the filter isn't working properly, it's gritty and tastes of that mouldering dishcloth taste that dirty machines have.

I'm going to be controversial and say that Macdonalds has the best and most consistent coffee in Maylands :ohno:. From their machine, not the cafe.


I guess you are talking about the Maylands one. I'm always happy with the North Perth one. Not tried Maylands. My wife can't drink the coffee from That place on London St even though many love it. I think she's narrowed it to a brand of coffee now.

I haven't tried the North Perth one, maybe it is a case of stretching their expertise too thin by opening another one? Most people like the Maylands one that I speak to though, I suppose there are just different tastes.

Sorry, it's grumble-about-anything day apparently :).

I had an iced mocha from the North Perth one once which was pretty good. Not the best drink to test the quality of coffee with though.

I haven't tried the North Perth one, maybe it is a case of stretching their expertise too thin by opening another one? Most people like the Maylands one that I speak to though, I suppose there are just different tastes.

Did you just call me a c**t?

There are places I much prefer to Milkd in Maylands (Dancing Goat or Elixr for a start), but as far as coffee shops go, it's better than most of the junk that's produced.

I'm yet to have a bad experience with Sherbet, with their coffee at least.

Did you just call me a c**t?

There are places I much prefer to Milkd in Maylands (Dancing Goat or Elixr for a start), but as far as coffee shops go, it's better than most of the junk that's produced.

I'm yet to have a bad experience with Sherbet, with their coffee at least.

Sorry, I'm a little violent with my opinions sometimes. Lots of people have said that they like Milkd to me before, so I wasn't just saying you were a c**t...everybody is :).

I had a couple of dodgy ones early on at Sherbet, maybe they've got more consistent. They aim to please though and they get it, they always seem to make my iced black coffee just how I like it even though it's not a standard coffee.

I make my own at home mainly in a $2 Japanese coffee maker, it's perfect every time in my humble opinion, nowhere else measures up is all :).




Has anyone tried the new Dome? You'd think the world headquarters would be setting the standard. Some Dome cafe's get it together some of the time.

I haven't tried the North Perth one, maybe it is a case of stretching their expertise too thin by opening another one? Most people like the Maylands one that I speak to though, I suppose there are just different tastes.

Just discussing with my wife and Maylands Milked is run by good crew so no reason the coffee should be bad. As I say my wife was a bit of a gun barista in her day and she just doesn't like some coffee blends or brands nomatter what quality the barista. So maybe Milk'd and you just isn't a good match.

Just discussing with my wife and Maylands Milked is run by good crew so no reason the coffee should be bad. As I say my wife was a bit of a gun barista in her day and she just doesn't like some coffee blends or brands nomatter what quality the barista. So maybe Milk'd and you just isn't a good match.

That's handy having a barista in the family, better than a plumber and a mechanic :). Yes, you're right, that is what I meant by saying that people have different tastes too. Possibly I've just lucked out as well when I've been there.

That's handy having a barista in the family, better than a plumber and a mechanic :).

Ha ha yes indeed;)

^^It looks a bit rude/wrong when quoted in isolation like that :(.

^^It looks a bit rude/wrong when quoted in isolation like that :(.

Don't worry - I thought it was funny:) So would Jess.

what would you florists know about hard work anyway

on a more positive note, off to melbourne tomorrow til tuesday, should be a good break after a hellish week or 2.

hoping to fit in earl canteen, cumulus inc, the albert park hotel with their new seafood focus, naked for satan and a quick trip to ezard to get their olive oil

clothes fags, can you pls give me some ideas of where i should go (even areas are fine) for tshirts, nice shorts etc. nothing that will make me look like i own a fixie but not jeanswest either


for office monkeys - i need 5 new business shirts courtesy of my ironing place losing them, any recommendations?

i havent had a chance to research much as ive had some major shit to attend to recently so any help would be appreciated

^^I like Prime. They have Fred Perry and the like there. There are a few about.
http://www.primeonline.com.au/

There's a Ted Baker on Little Collins:
http://www.tedbaker.com/StoreLocator/Details.aspx?country=AU&shortcode=44A

There were a few really good places on Chappel Street too but I can't recall the names. Some good bargains to be had by Aus standards.

thanks acc, will check it out

im really looking forward to the albert park hotel, check out the menu, it reads really well, really simple but i think it has potential to be pretty good http://www.thealbertpark.com.au/uploads/documents/Curent%20Menu.pdf

the salt baked wild barramundi with sea urchin sauce has got my name on it

$2 tapas at naked for satan gets my vote too!

re milkd, ive always been a bit meh about the place, more so about the food than the coffee though. heaps of people rave over it but ive never really got the place. having said that i dont mind it all that much either

the "coldie" that they do in summer is pretty good, 2 shots of coffee over ice with a bit of milk and some optional sugar syrup

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just off Newcastle, in that alley behind the new tafe (where that guy was stabbed to death last year)

$2 tapas at naked for satan gets my vote too!

:) Was there on Sunday!

Also the Black Cat - a bar over the road - is pretty cool for just hanging out and chatting (don't think they do food).

what would you florists know about hard work anyway

Nothing if you're smart, it's the quickest way to get promoted :). You look after yourself though, it's not true what they say about hard work.

what would you florists know about hard work anyway

on a more positive note, off to melbourne tomorrow til tuesday, should be a good break after a hellish week or 2.

hoping to fit in earl canteen, cumulus inc, the albert park hotel with their new seafood focus, naked for satan and a quick trip to ezard to get their olive oil

clothes fags, can you pls give me some ideas of where i should go (even areas are fine) for tshirts, nice shorts etc. nothing that will make me look like i own a fixie but not jeanswest either


for office monkeys - i need 5 new business shirts courtesy of my ironing place losing them, any recommendations?

i havent had a chance to research much as ive had some major shit to attend to recently so any help would be appreciated

sanjy, albert park hotel is great... can get busy, hopefully quiet during this period, been there a couple of times... they have a bar, area, key is not to get too drunk before your meal so you can savour tha dishes properly! try tha arab and french style cooking on your fish... :cheers:

as for clothes, little collins street... sure to find something decent... i would suggest brunswick street, but bit too indi perhaps? :p

Had food at the new Nandos on William Street today. For some reason (even though I ordered the same thing I always order) it tasted better than usual.

Does anyone like my pretty "Shelldelier" I brought in Bali? :D
Its hanging above my dinning table

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i was close to buying a floor lamp with that shell curtain lantern... it was 6' and had this awesome shape shell curtain design but wasn't sure whether it'd get thru customs and i wasn't prepared to throw away $200... it was boss, kickin' myself now... :(

Shell lanterns and use of the word "boss" - wow I just stepped back 25 years!

matt, i would naturally agree... but after seeing reincarnations of shell products to match contemporary designs... i want in!!!

tho, i have to say... tha shell texture has been on a revival for 2 years now... often see it being used in apartment and retail fit-outs...

matt, i would naturally agree... but after seeing reincarnations of shell products to match contemporary designs... i want in!!!

tho, i have to say... tha shell texture has been on a revival for 2 years now... often see it being used in apartment and retail fit-outs...

I liked em even when they were out:) It was more the word "boss" that reminded me of being a teenage scouser. To be honest I doubt "boss" was ever used in Australia in the 80s.

I liked em even when they were out:) It was more the word "boss" that reminded me of being a teenage scouser. To be honest I doubt "boss" was ever used in Australia in the 80s.

Boss was definitely well used in the 80s here. Everything was boss, mint or mintox.

Boss was definitely well used in the 80s here. Everything was boss, mint or mintox.

ok I must have got here too late in the 80s.

Yeah, we were the leaders in the boss movement. It was over here while still going strong in the UK. Just like the Trance movement was well and truly over in the UK while still going strong here. :)

wasn't sure whether it'd get thru customs and i wasn't prepared to throw away $200...

I had no trouble getting mine through customs, I ticked that I had shells
But customs didnt even look at it.
Only problem was that I was 13kg over weight with that plus my luggage (N)
But the people were nice and let me go with only 5kg :)

boss was used in my high school...

"thas boss right der..."

This thread is boss.

boss dard.

Anyone know when Prada is opening? Does the shop look ready?

Tomorrow, Jan 10 according to the STM about 2 weeks ago.

Its actually opening? where?
people have said like 10 different locations

Corner of Hay and King streets. Adjacent to Gucci.

Prada is open. They have a full page ad in today's west.

Free champagne on arrival.

Free champagne on arrival.

Do they have any VB?

Passion Pop?

yo Tbor, are you back in Perth?

Can you send the pics from Raffles Place to me when you get a chance. Cheers!

Passion Pop?

reminds me of a joke. A chemist with an exclusive client list used to offer its a "try before you buy" arrangement on its top range of condoms, and was well known for having very attractive assistants. One day a tramp/homeless man observed this, realised what was going on and shuffled up to the counter and asked for a trial of their finest condoms. The lovely assistant said certainly, and took him to a booth at the rear of the store, and then spoke in to her pager "Jenny, could you grease the cat's arse and bring it to booth 3 thanks."

Prada is open. They have a full page ad in today's west.

Free champagne on arrival.

Does it look any good?

yo Tbor, are you back in Perth?

Can you send the pics from Raffles Place to me when you get a chance. Cheers!

Yeppo, got back last night. Pm me your email and I'll send you what I got from my crappy camera. Can't wait to see some of my bro's SLR pix, I'll make sure he shares those too ;)

Does it look any good?

outside walls are pretty cheap and nasty. didn't see the fitout as I was there on saturday and still closed.

outside walls are pretty cheap and nasty. didn't see the fitout as I was there on saturday and still closed.

So they've done nothing with the wall along King Street?

Perhaps it's just a ''soft'' opening, with the official opening in a few weeks once all the finishing touches have been completed.

Quick drive-by this afternoon, it looked nice from the outside. Will be another cashed up bogan hot-spot for sure.

Also, I went to Suria Cafe in Greenwood tonight. It was awesome, for those who like authentic Malaysian.

Mee Rebus, Chicken Murtabak (with curry of course), Cendol, Ice Kacang, and Teh Tarik, altogether left two people feeling full and content, and came to a total of $26. Ice Kacang was the best I have had in Perth so far.

The other customers chatted to us, one was a couple of Indian Restaurant owners who travelled 30 k's on their day off just to eat at Suria!

The owner of Suria is a really nice dude as well, I will be back for sure.

Suria is in girrawheen son, not greenwood. I really missed it this weekend, ive been there for 4 of the last 5 weekends. The nasi lemak with ayam goreng, chicken briyani and mee rebus are my top picks, as well as kuih dadar.

How has my beloved thread been in the last week or so kids, not too faggy with mincy's'bad fashion tips?

Quick drive-by this afternoon, it looked nice from the outside. Will be another asians paradise for sure.



fixed.

Won't be nice for too long if Nate keeps doing drive-bys.

Suria is in girrawheen son, not greenwood. I really missed it this weekend, ive been there for 4 of the last 5 weekends. The nasi lemak with ayam goreng, chicken briyani and mee rebus are my top picks, as well as kuih dadar.

How has my beloved thread been in the last week or so kids, not too faggy with mincy's'bad fashion tips?

Mincy has gone AWOL.

Ummmm I bought two pairs of shoes last weekend and went to an exhibition focusing on 30 years of Japanese Fashion, and looked at many examples of dresses from fashion shows by Japanese designers. Faggy enough for you?

Cam u repeat that pls? I cant understand u with that cock in your mouth

Suria is in girrawheen son, not greenwood. I really missed it this weekend, ive been there for 4 of the last 5 weekends. The nasi lemak with ayam goreng, chicken briyani and mee rebus are my top picks, as well as kuih dadar.

haha Fuck its all the same to me, North of Walcott.

I'm going back, on a regular basis, for sure. I saw someone eating Briyani, and got jealous...

Prada store is open! walked past this morning, looks pretty shmick!!

also ETRO (king st) = bad coffee!!

Hey, the Prada store is open!

I'm surprised none of the news sites have covered this. Usually they are all over this sort of stuff!

I'm surprised none of the news sites have covered this. Usually they are all over this sort of stuff!

Designer franchise stores (fuck is that an oxymoron or what!) are no longer news in Perth I guess....

I'm pretty sure all Prada stores are company-owned.

I'm pretty sure all Prada stores are company-owned.

I would say they are as well.

I should have said "mass produced limited edition designer stores, as featured in cities such as Cairns and Perth"

I would say they are as well.

I should have said "mass produced limited edition designer stores, as featured in cities such as Cairns and Perth"

id be careful if i were you, mincy will be in shortly to tell you about how individualistic prada bags with kmart-esque leopard print is when worn by a gaysian male

id be careful if i were you, mincy will be in shortly to tell you about how individualistic prada bags with kmart-esque leopard print is when worn by a gaysian male

I'm glad she's gone, with her stupid fashion tips and stupid vego food.







where is she???

my mum has prada... it can't be that expensive...

^fake.

Speaking of which, I bought 2 top-quality prada bags from Johor for under $100AUD. Bless asians.

^fake.

Speaking of which, I bought 2 top-quality prada bags from Johor for under $100AUD. Bless asians.

lol. they're real...

they got given to her by her employer... :p

This thread is begging for some yo momma jokes...

Thee or more year ago I had a Prada phone!
Then I lost it in Melbourne (N)

All the ''high end'' shops opening in Perth aren't really that high end. I mean they are, but as everyone's saying they are mass produced, available in abundance everywhere in the world, and are priced at a level where anyone can get something if they really want (e.g. every woman in her 20s and 30s that I know on Facebook buying something from Tiffanys when it opened).

Perth, and most smaller cities around the world, don't do high end. Real high end and designer makes Prada and Gucci look like WA Salvage.

What would be the most high end over priced store?

I was shocked at how many designer stores Bali had, there were three Paul Smith stores in the spot I was staying in!

Those random brands that only have like one or two stores in the world.

Hermes is one of the most expensive high end brands, though I've read that unlike many others its products are generally handmade. As far as Prada goes (and I could care less as I can't afford such brands), it is everywhere. I live in a city practically no one has heard of (Busan, Korea) and there are FIVE Prada stores. Koreans love their luxury goods!

Prada is huge in Korea, they have invested a lot. Its probably their second home after Italy.

Those random brands that only have like one or two stores in the world.

I'd be interested to hear some names.

Fashion is like art - best marketing campaign wins.

I heard a storey today about a guy who worked at kambrook. They had a whole bunch of a style of kettle they couldn't sell. So what did they do? Jacked up the price and sales went through the roof. Percieved value.

Those designer boutiques might be very expensive but they more than likely have a similer manufacturing cost.

id be careful if i were you, mincy will be in shortly to tell you about how individualistic prada bags with kmart-esque leopard print is when worn by a gaysian male

With an absurdly bad haircut.

I'd be interested to hear some names.

Fashion is like art - best marketing campaign wins.

I heard a storey today about a guy who worked at kambrook. They had a whole bunch of a style of kettle they couldn't sell. So what did they do? Jacked up the price and sales went through the roof. Percieved value.

Those designer boutiques might be very expensive but they more than likely have a similer manufacturing cost.

I think I heard a similar story - not sure if it was Kambrook. It went something like...

A company couldn't sell a particular product, so they put out a 2nd product only slightly more upmarket and more expensive than the one they couldn't sell. The sales of the original product went through the roof because it was now considered to be "value". Not sure if it is an urban myth though - but sounds similar to your version.

At Hermes in Hong Kong, I saw a bag so expensive my brain wouldn't accept the currency conversion. It was about 60 thousand dollars, and wasn't the most expensive one on display.

re: marketing - I appreciate LV - they have NEVER had a sale, unlike every other luxury brand (including Prada).

Watches by Patek Phillipe I have seen for 100k plus (think that was in Singapore).

Like Korea, the Japanese love luxury goods - Japan is the worlds largest market for many (most?) luxury brands - they consume over 40% of the world's luxury goods. Although, I have read the Japanese are coming to their senses, and buying up brands like Zara as opposed to Prada these days (causing big problems for the brands who have invested heavily in Japan)

Ostentatious wealth is really not cool anymore, which is why Perth, with it's bogan culture, is starting to see these luxury brands pop up. We eat that shit hook line and sinker.

Ostentatious wealth is really not cool anymore, which is why Perth, with it's bogan culture, is starting to see these luxury brands pop up. We eat that shit hook line and sinker.

This. When I went to St Etienne in France, it was tiny as hell, population of 180,000 with very much a village feel, they had more luxury brands than Perth, and this is with Lyon (France's second largest city) being only an hour away by train.

As anyone who has been to Europe or Asia knows, practically every shopping mall has one of each of these brands. It's good that Perth is getting them, but it's just not a big deal.

as long as we don't get high end brands opening up in shopping centres/"malls" i'm happy... i don't want perth to be responsible for another burberry episode...

Ostentatious wealth will come back into vogue. It always does. People with money don't want to be seen to have money at a time like this (more so the last few years - and more so in other parts of the world).

I must have seen about a dozen Pradas, Hermes, LV's ect in Singapore. Every shopping centre on Orchard rd alone had them, even the older ones. Forget about grabbing a bargain though, everything is priced the same. Roughly 10-15% cheaper than in Perth.

Middle end shopping in Singapore is great. River Island, Topman and Zara offer good quality clothes at affordable prices with a range to match. Perth needs stores like these more than it needs luxuary brand stores.

There's no denying though that luxuary brand stores do enhance the city by adding to the streetscape as well as the prestige and image of the place.

Topshop do great affordable women's clothing, but Topman = fail.

What about TopCat?

I think Tiffany's is a perfect example of the stupidity of a lot of 'high end' shopping.

When I had the engagement ring made for my fiancee I went to a pretty high end Sydney jeweler and had a ring designed for the specific stone I chose. The whole thing ended up costing not much more than two thirds of what a similar ring would have cost at Tiffany's, where it would have been simply one of many identical rings bought by saps with more money than sense.

Topshop do great affordable women's clothing, but Topman = fail.

I agree. Went to Topshop/Topman in Soho, New York... Womens section looked great, mens section... very disappointing.