This is our local, they say hi to my son every time we come (which is a few times a week). They don't turn their nose up when you share a foccacia with your mum and are soo friendly. Their new burger menu is tasty and very reasonably priced around $15 for a gourmet burger, cheaper then other burger bars. This place is just want D.Creek needed! With cosy booths and freshly made scones we can't stay away!

Approximate cost: $15

I went around to all the major blind suppliers and these guys were cheapest and used the same colour fabrics. The girl I had helping me with quotes was patient, we went back and fort quite a number of times until we got it right. They were happy for me to get the off the shelf blinds instead of getting them custom made to the cm. We got roller blinds in tuscany ash and wooden venetians in the bedroom.. I can't complain the quality is great and we've had them for 2 1/2 years. The guy who measured was very friendly and the fitting happened nice and quickly and without hiccup. I always reccomend this place to everyone. We went back about a year ago to buy off the shelf roller blinds which they altered for free.

Approximate cost: $1500

These are the cheapest i could find and oh so convenient. They came to me and made them up and fitted them then and there $39 for aluminum windows and $49 for timber....too easy! Why would you be without. The staff were really friendly, ended up getting my front screen door through them too and they gave me a discount cause i got a housefull of screens! Good quality and great colour range.

I used to go to this place all the time in my hey day. Came here the other night with hubby for dessert. It was nice an quiet with soft lighting. The staff were friendly. The dessert seemed decadant enough....coffee strong...can't complain.

Approximate cost: $14

This place has a lovely atmosphere. The cafe is huge! During summer there are a few wasps outside which is a shame. But beside that the meals are delish...though pricy $25. This is a nice place to go for a special occasion. Perfect for kids as if you sit outside they can play on the train and you can watch them. THe nursery is extensive - again a little on the pricy side. The store is full of amazingness, bags, costume jewellery, kids toys, it's a haven for individual gifts

We have been going to this place for years. The coffee is lovely and the staff are usually really nice and accomodating. One reason I like this place is because they have a little play area with some toys out the back for the kids. They have a change table and toilets which is great (don't take it for granted some cafes don't have toilets!!). Their cakes could be improved....but it's nice that you get a little DELICIOUS choc chip biccy with your dine in coffee. The decor is lovely, lots of paintings on the wall for sale and lovely fire places and comfy chairs. A cool big waterfall out the back! The kids love it! And it's adjoined to a working post office which is handy! Menu meals, lunch etc and pricy....which is a shame. If they had lunch deals we would eat here more often!

Approximate cost: $4

I want to like this place, it's part of a chain, there is one at the Pines, Blackburn. It's a nice looking place. Some soft 'booth' like chairs down one side of the cafe and it's convenient right across from a Safeway and greengrocer, chemist etc. However....I have been here several times and the staff I find are pretty obnoxious, which is not really what you want from a cafe. The cakes etc look nice but a bit pricy and not terribly fresh. So whilst I still go here on occasion, often I go to the donut place because I want a really nice experience at a cafe and this place just keeps disappointing me.

Approximate cost: $4

I love this childrens clothing. It's becoming an iconic label by mum's all over Australia and it's a Torquay company so what better. They have comfy pants/ shorts for bubs with a tummy toastie - which is basically a soft stretch jersey roll top to the pants. The different thing about this brand of clothing is their use of fabrics, kimono fabrics etc. It's really nice to have something a bit quirky on bubs. Also their pants fit a cloth nappy nicely. Whilst they are a bit on the pricy side there is usually sale items and sometimes a free shipping offer. This clothing really holds it's value too when resold on ebay.

Approximate cost: $45

This was the cheapest Baby Foot & Hand Casting service I could find in Melbourne and the lady is oh so lovely. Close to home (well Mums) so I was rapt! The variety of frames and backing is endless and the quality was amazing I was thrilled about getting this done for my son when he was 3wks old - a must have. I also bought a hand stamped necklace and wear it everywhere- it was also very affordable!

Approximate cost: $120

This place is always quiet which is great. They ahve delicious little biscuits and slices on offer and coffee is really full bodied and yum! The trinkets are overpriced but just lovely

THIS PLACE IS NO LONGER IN BUSINESS

Approximate cost: $4