First day in sunny Melbourne which started a bit cool but ended up very warm and balmy.
We are staying in South Yarra which is quite an affluent part of town with loads of restaurants and cafes but within easy reach of the city by metro or the very delightful tram and only takes about 10 minutes.
First event of the day was a trip to a local food market within walking distance. Lots of lovely goodies but no point in buying as we are only here a couple of days and will be eating out.
The Prahan Market
From here we took our first tram ride. The trams are in the main the rickety, clickety clack types similar to those in Milan but are delightful. We ended up at Kilda Beach and had a bite to eat.
By this time we had been in contact with Irene’s nephew Andrew and had arranged to meet him at Flinders station at 4.00 on the steps outside . Nothing that unusual but Irene has not seen Andrew for 40 years but there was instant recognition.
Walked through the city to his place in Fitzroy and strolled along Brunswick Street which is quite Bohemian and East End Londonish, again lots of cafes,pubs and restaurants of all nationalities. Very vibrant. Loved it. Went to a Greek restaurant for dinner.
