"Behind a nondescript door, chef Shigeo Yoshihara-san prepares and plates delicious morsels in measured progression to a 12-seat counter. Courses may be as simple as a spear of asparagus or a perfect prawn, lightly battered, judiciously fried and coaxed to magnificence. The arc of each meal also includes multi-faceted dishes, perhaps tuna wrapped around avocado and sheathed in nori or scallop stuffed with sea urchin."
"A lot more than you might think, as this 1980s building extends five floors underground and includes three theatres. Take a peek inside Hamer Hall on the virtual tour, or watch a clip about the iconic performing arts collection. The collection includes over 500 pieces of Australia’s performing arts history, including Kylie’s famous hot pants!"
"Spend the day hopping between eclectic cafes and small shops, and explore iconic places such as the State Parliament buildings, Shrine of Remembrance, Federation Square, Arts Centre, Yarra River, Fitzroy Garden and St Patrick’s Cathedral. Take advantage of the free tram service around the City Circle loop to get around!"
"This is one of those spots which only really works when there is some cloud in the sky to light up. With the sunsetting to the far left, when conditions are right the colours in the sky over Flinders Street Station, St Paul’s Cathedral and high rises beyond can be spectacular."
Churches and Cathedrals in Portarlington
St Paul's Cathedral, Melbourne
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Neo-Gothic cathedral, consecrated in 1891, with twin spires and stained-glass processional doors.
Flinders St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
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"If you compare it to Europe, Australia does not have many big churches that are worthwhile exploring. Having said that, St Paul’s in Melbourne does deserve a second look. First of all, it is a pretty old church at just 125 years old but most importantly it is the seat of the Anglican Primate of Australia."
"Where St Paul's Cathedral sits is the site of Melbourne's first Christian service, held in 1835. The block was then used as a corn market until St Paul's Cathedral was constructed in 1891. Since then it's been a significant piece of Melbourne's identity."
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