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All the Buildings in MelbourneGulliver Hancock, James$29.99 - 9781743791936 - Hardback

All the Buildings in Melbourne is a journey through the exciting city of Melbourne, told through James’ signature cityscape drawings that pay tribute to the city’s diverse architectural styles. James’ buildings are colourful and packed with fun and offbeat details, yet they still capture the technical elements and the essence of the architecture that makes Melbourne such an architectural gem.

Melbourne Word By WordMcMahon, Mike$29.99 - 9781760126674 - Hardback

Word by word, sound by sound, sight by familiar sight, this is a book that evokes the spirit of Melbourne. Take a meander through Melbourne's iconiclandmarks and hidden gems, and soak up the distinct Melbourne atmosphere, page by page. No ordinary word-book, and no ordinary city guide, Melbourne Word by Word is the celebration of a city, created by an illustrator who lives and works in the heart of it.

The Broadsheet Melbourne CookbookBroadsheet$49.99 - 9781743537848 - Hardback

Broadsheet is the go-to arbiter of taste when it comes to where and what to eat in Melbourne. Here, for the first time, they present the recipes for their pick of the best dishes for breakfast, lunch and dinner from its cafes and restaurants. Featured cafes and restaurants include The Premises, Supernormal, Huxtaburger, Mamasita, Chin Chin, Cumulus, Izakaya Den, Vue de Monde, Ladro and many more.

AlimentariLinda & Paul Jones$39.99 - 9781743791295 - Paperback

Alimentari literally means 'good foodand camaraderie' and that is just whatis celebrated at this cult cafe. Full of cafe and deli favourites, Alimentari recipes are perfect for sharing with friends and family. Where Middle Eastern meets Mediterranean, andwhere delicious, wholesome ingredients combine to create the perfect book for home cooking. Think incredible salads, beautiful breakfasts and dinners for family and entertaining.

Smith & Daughters: A Cookbook (That Happens to be Vegan)Martinez, Shannon & Wyse, Mo$48 - 9781743792070 - Hardback

Smith & Daughters ignores convention in favor of plant-based creativity in the kitchen. Martinez and Wyse set out tobuild a lively restaurant with a rock androll vibe, where good food is served –and that happens to be vegan. Recipes give new life to classics that will appeal to meat and vegetarian eaters alike.

A Spot at the BarMadrusan, Michael$45 - 9781743791318 - Hardback

A Spot at the Bar includes more than 100 cocktail recipes across 13 chapters (including The Home Bar, Aperitif Hour,Night Caps, Bartender’s Choice, ThePerfect Host, Beer, The Five Aces andThe Morning After). It aspires to be more than just another cocktail book – it will reflect this golden era cocktailbar’s sophisticated vibe and style of drinking, as well as offering a how-to guide to other elements of the social experience.

Mr Wilkinson’s Simply Dressed SaladsWilkinson, Matt$49.99 - 9781742708324 - Hardback - yes pp

This book follows the seasons and isfilled with 52 stunning salad recipes that are both meals in themselves or fantastic accompaniments. The intricate design melds soft colours andbeautiful produce photography with botanic-style illustrations by famed Melbourne artist, Miso, and a strong typographic aesthetic. The ethos issimple: food in season tastes the best.

The Huxtaburger BookWilson, Daniel$29.99 - 9781742709352 - Hardback

Daniel Wilson, co-owner and chef behind the hugely popular Huxtaburger outlets, presents the elements that make up the ultimate burger. Add the perfect squishy bun, a pickle that hasjust the right amount of tang and crunch, the exact quantity of mayo andketchup to deliver maximum flavour without over-powering the burger, andthe ultimate beef pattie that’s juicy and full of flavour – and you have fast foodelevated to the sublime.

SupernormalMcConnell, Andrew$60 - 9781743791325 - Paperback

In Supernormal, The Cookbook –based on the restaurant of the same name – Andrew, owner and head chef, takes home cooks into the kitchen of his hugely popular pan-Asian eatery. Across eight chapters he shares something of the McConnell magic, as well as menus for fans who aspire to a Supernormal-worthy spread at home. Photographs by Earl Carter offer a behind-the-scenes take on the restaurant and its characters, alongside scenes from Tokyo.

Meatballs: The Ultimate GuideBruno, Matteo$35 - 9781743365137 - Hardback

Meatballs make the perfect dish for a Monday night supper, a Saturday night dinner party or a Sunday feast. And here are meatballs like you’ve never seen them before: meatballsrustico, devoured with a slice of crusty bread; seared beef carpacciomeatballs, best eaten with a glass of prosecco; deluxe pork with fennel andorange meatballs; veal marsalameatballs; lobster meatballs and more.

Street Art MelbourneChamberlin, Lou$39.99 - 9781741174311 - Paperback

Melbourne has long been renowned for its dynamic street art scene that covers everything from stencils, paste-ups and yarn bombing to sprayed, rolled and brushed paintings that appear overnight on city streets. And because of its transient nature, street art is best recorded through photographs. This book is a witness and a celebration of street art, photographed aroundMelbourne over the last eight years.

Inside Street Art: MelbourneFogarty & Fairbank$19.99 - 9780500500675 - Hardback

Melbourne is the Australian home of street art. International visitors and locals alike flock to street art hot spots like Hosier Lane and Footscray to witness the evolution of these transient streetscapes. From city laneways to public parks, murals, stickers, stencils and painted works of art can be found in every pocket of the city. This book isthe ultimate beginner’s photographic springboard to street art.

Melbourne PrecinctsCampisi, Dale$39.99 - 9781741174250 - Hardback - yes pp

Divided into itineraries by suburbs, Dale Campisi’s book picks out the very best of Melbourne’s shopping, eating and drinking experiences for locals and tourists alike. Interviews with Melbourne locals that represent the city’s creative community also highlight favourite haunts, and the extra touring and accommodation tips thrown in make this a handy guidebook, as well as being a beautiful keepsake.

Mini Me MelbourneExplore Australia$19.99 - 9781741174373 - Paperback - yes pp

In Mini Me Melbourne you’ll find loads of ideas for fun things for parents to do with their little ones around Melbourne. There are places to play together – museums, farms, festivals and the like– as well as child-friendly cafes, andshops where you’ll covet the goods asmuch for yourself as for your children.Everything is aimed at kids aged 0through 5, although most listings arealso perfect for older kids.

Casual Cyclist’s Guide to Melbourne (Updated edition)Hurst, Matt$22.99 - 9781742707891 - Paperback

Melbourne’s most original cycling guide returns, complete with new riding routes, rants and fully updated suburb-by-suburb directory. This new edition brings a fresh and entertaining perspective to this much-loved mode of transport. This is the inside story on where to go in Melbourne, and how to get there and what to see.

Melbourne: A City of VillagesCampisi, Dale$49.99 - 9781741174724 - Hardback - yes pp

Experience this wondrous city through the stories of its significant sites and fascinating personalities. Read about the infamous Madame Brussels of Little Lon’s red-light district, Melbourne’snotorious crime figures and penal past,and what Vegemite was called before it was Vegemite. Whether you've lived inMelbourne all your life or just visiting, this is one tour you don't want to miss!

Lost MelbourneChapman, H & Stillman, J$29.99 - 9781910496749 - Hardback

Lost Melbourne looks at the cherished places in the city that time, fashion and progress have swept aside – old cinemas, outdated hotels, Victorian buildings in the wrong place. The book looks back at all kinds of Melbourne institutions that have vanished from the city’s cultural and architectural life. Sites include the palatial Federal Coffee House, the horse-racing track in Albert Park, old Spencer Street Station and the original grandstand of the MCG.

Walks in Nature Melbourne: Walking Cards for the City and SurroundsViola Design$24.99 - 9781741173567 - Novelty Items

You don’t have to go far from inner-city Melbourne to find trails through unspoilt landscapes teeming with native wildlife – all of the suggested trails in the Walks in Nature deck of cards are within two hours’ drive from Melbourne city.

Loose Leaf: Flowers and PlantsBae, Wona & Lawler, Charlie$45 - 9781743791691 - Hardback

Exploding off the page with astonishing beauty and style, here are some of the world’s best in contemporary floral sculpture and installation to inspire your own creations at home. Alongside the superb photography by Wona Bae, readers are offered 12 practical projects to try themselves.

Indoor Green: Living with PlantsClaffey, Bree$49.99 - 9780500500538 - Hardback

For centuries, plants have transformed interiors. Today house plants are once again experiencing a revival. Author Bree Claffey of Mr Kitly in Melbourne journeys into the worlds of fellow plant lovers to explore the enduring attraction of house plants. From the ever-reliable peace lily and beguiling fiddle leaf fig to the elusive Chinese money plant, house plants are showcased in all their weird and wonderful forms.

Lamingtons & Lemon TartPurchese, Darren$49.99 - 9781743791868 - Hardback

Hailed as Australia’s Willy Wonka, Darren Purchese is renowned for his stunning high-end dessert creations. Known as the chef with the tricks, and a scientific approach to food and ingredients, in this book he turns his eye to the classics. For the home cook who might be ambitious but also wants to feel that the recipes are within their grasp, and that ingredients can be sourced with ease.