Code Black

What: Code Black Coffee
Where: 15-17 Weston St, Brunswick, 3056

Another cafe has popped up around the corner from my abode - so naturally I had to give it a try. And I am very pleased to say that it did not disappoint - great service (even though it is very busy), great coffee, slightly noisy atmosphere, but fantastic food.

We ate:

Smoked ham hock croquettes w cauliflower pureé, baby spinach & a poached egg

THE BIG BLACK BREAKFAST BURGER #1 (Truffled mushroom, provolone, aioli & roquette w/ a coffee infused egg (fried only) with polenta chips)

Delicious and worth the wait (which on my last two visits has only been 5-10min).
Lush


P.S. They also have a great logo!

Industry Beans

What: Industry Beans
Where: Warehouse 3, 62 Rose St (Cnr Rose & Fitzroy Streets) Fitzroy 3065

Given the plethora of amazing breakfast and brunch places that are in Melbourne's North (with a new one practically opening every day), our patronage is not easily won.

It takes the combination of amazing coffee, friendly staff, and an inventive and tasty menu to grab our attention. Furthermore - if a cafe is hoping to lure you into becoming a regular customer (and you don't live just around the corner) then the menu has to be diverse, include everyday classics, and continue to evolve to keep you interested.

Sound like an impossible task for any small business owner  - but many of Melbourne's finest cafes are managing to achieve exactly this - and I am happy to say that Industry Beans can join their ranks.

Pear tart with thyme, gorgonzola and walnuts

Time: 1-2 hours

Serves: 6

When you cannot choose between dessert or cheese - why not have both.