Blackbird and Fox is my favourite. Can I write a review this short?…read more But this is my go-to for all things gifting. For babbies, besties or just yourself, Blackbird and Fox has a really lovely range of gifts and presents. Extra bonus = free gift wrapping!

I am totally addicted to Blackbird and Fox! Working locally, I can easily spend my lunchtimes…read moredrooling over lots of gorgeous, locally designed goodies for the home and also for your outfits! I don't think that I've actually every escaped without buying a little something, so be prepared. The owner Kate, is absolutely lovely and always on hand to help you out. If you are looking for a gift (yes, something not for yourself) they offer lovely gift wrapping options too. Follow their Facebook page and you will be kept up to date with new treats coming in so you can get in first!

Melbournalia is a souvenir shop that sells stuff people will actually like. This news is the good…read morekind of shocking. I'm a fan of gift giving, but souvenir shopping is such a chore. It takes forever and there's a good chance that the recipient will be polite but never use it, or you'll buy something that's more gag-gift than keepsake. What bugs me even more is when you see the same damn souvenirs relabelled in every country you go to. The wares at Melbournalia are different. They sell well thought out items from local Melbourne designers, with just the right hint of local charm (trams, postcode designs, aussie animals). You wouldn't have to have a foreigner in mind to buy something here either. They sell the kind of stuff you could have in your own house without it being embarrassingly ironic. Cute+

Bourke Hill based Melbournalia carries all manner of Melbourne-themed (and Melbourne-made!) goods…read more From local rooftop honey and tea towels to tram t-shirts and kids books, this small shop pretty much corners the market on local gifts. A wise stop if you want something to remember your trip to Melbourne, or want to send a gift to a homesick Melburnian living abroad.

Zoobibi is an excellent cafe, the quirky decor instantly catches your attention. However due to the…read moretable layouts it can be a little confusing on where the decor ends and the furniture begins. Luckily the friendly and professional staff are eager to help. The atmosphere had a family feel to it with many young couples with children with grandparents in tow. Meal: Salmon Eggs - 3 Stars Nice portion size and the flavours really blended well. However the poached eggs were a little underdone and the whites instantly broke apart with little to no solid egg white which soaked through the bread and made it a little messy. Coffee: Single Origin Ethiopia - 2 Stars A decent non offensive coffee with chocolate notes on the nose. However the flavours were a little lost upon tasting - perhaps it needed longer to brew which was a shame. Service: 4 Stars The staff were friendly and their was an atmosphere of comradeship around the place. All smiles.

From the owner: Food inspired by travel to exotic places. Step inside our restaurant and be transported to…read moreMarrakech or Bali. Beautiful light filled spaces, moorish arches, an indoor courtyard with a water fountain. Like an oasis in Melbourne, escape and go on an adventure.

Fantastic shop. Melanie and the team are great and very helpful. The product selection is excellent…read moreand the best place to find a nice little gift made in Melbourne

This store is adorable. Ideal for gift shopping or interesting and (read: not tacky!) local…read moresouvenirs. The crockery is gorgeous - I love the beautiful coffee cups in both designer or Melbourne-memorabilia styles. The snacks are just incredible! I came here to buy a sharable corporate thank you gift and they had the most perfect items. Normally the idea of a food hamper would make me shudder... it evokes ideas of weird chocolate and the biscuits no one buys at the $2 shop. Not this one, I got to choose from local Victorian delicacy items like Wondersnack's bacon and bourbon popcorn, delicate meringues and artisan chocolate - all beautifully packaged up by the delightful and bubbly owner, Melanie. Melanie's passion for local products is clear and if you're stuck for a gift idea, she'll be more than happy to help you put something lovely together. When I presented the gift we put together it was greeted with squeals of delight and begging not to have to share - mission accomplished! I'll definitely be shopping here again.

Cool giftware & lifestyle store. Makes it real easy for a guy to find plenty of gift ideas without…read morebeing overwhelmed for choice. My new "go to store "

A great catch-all gift shop where you can find something for just about anyone. A cute t-shirt for…read moreyour 4 year old niece, some novelty drinking straws for your office buddy, a hipster mouse pad for your 30 year old boyfriend or a quirky pair of earrings for a friend. Monsterthreads have loads of items at different pice ranges to suit most people under the age of 40 and at the centre of it all are really nicely designed tshirts and hoodies that feature cute characters which I can only assume are the "monsters". They're affordable and distinctive and I always enjoy seeing the designs change with the seasons.