Shopping precinct: Armadale, VIC
Located seven kilometres south-east of Melbourne CBD, Armadale’s High Street with its interior and fashion stores, an abundance of eateries and bars, and an impressive number of antique stores and art galleries, really is a place for all lovers of style. Take a wander and relish all its wonderful offerings.
1. House Of Orange
House of Orange is the brainchild of Hans and Ursula van Schoonhoven. With a focus on clean, custom Dutch design at an affordable price, the furniture side of the business has been going from strength to strength, so the couple added homewares to the mix a few years ago when they became the exclusive distributors of Dutch brand, HK Living.
Visit: 917 High Street, (03) 9500 9991
2. Wine1160
Need to recharge between outlets? Head to Wine1160, which offers an impressive wine list, delicious tasting menus and even wine flights.
Visit: 1160 High St, (03) 9509 9153
3. Well Placed
After owning her first successful business, Cool Cactus for a few years, Naomi Burd was looking for something to extend her creativity. That’s when she came up with the concept for Well Placed – a shop where you can find unique display, storage, organisational pieces and accessories.
Visit: 6a Barkly Avenue, 0478 117 241
4. Zia Rina's Cucina
Classic Italian flavours are king at Zia Rina's Cucina. Indulge in the seasonal menu featuring delicious pasta, such as the ricotta and snow pea tendril ravioli, tantalising antipasti such as the salmon crudo or treat your sweet tooth to wattleseed cannoli with whipped ricotta and yarra valley cherries.
Visit: 857 High St.
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