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Locals stake their claim Subiaco locals Richard and Sarah Bellamy have opened a brand new bar in an old favourite’s spot on Rokeby Road appropriately enough called Your Local.

WORDS | Gail Williams.

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A Subi resident walks into a bar. Or is it Monet’s garden?

Without saying a word the bartender pours a generous glass of La Violetta riesling while the punter sinks back into a comfy banquette set against a floral background worthy of the French impressionist.

“Would you like your usual ham hock croquettes with that?” asks the bartender.

Such is the welcome for many customers at Your Local, the brand new Rokeby Road bar modelled on a London gastropub, and where friendly

banter is the side serve with drinks.

How so, when the paint is barely dry on the huge refurbishment of the old Spruce Goose – previously Purl Bar – which was rescued from decay

by Richard and Sarah Bellamy after eyeing it off for seven years while running their nearby interior design and commercial fit-out business, Bellfort?

Let’s start with two words: Sean Cassin. He’s Your Local’s manager who hails from Kilkenny in Ireland, but is also a Subiaco hospitality stalwart, having done a long stint at

NEW BEGINNINGS Left, Richard and Sarah Bellamy have put their heart and soul into new venture, Your Local, with manager Sean Cassin from Ireland.

the Irish pub up the road, now known as Fenway.

“Subi people are really nice people,” he says. “I have gotten to know a lot of them over the years and am now welcoming old customers – for lunch, business meetings, Friday night drinks.

The response has been amazing.”

Securing the services of a popular local was a coup for Perth-born Sarah and her English husband, Richard, who relocated to Perth 12 years ago after meeting and marrying in London.

They were itching to get their hands on the run-down, darkened premises to create a light, bright, vibrant meeting place in Subiaco with the emphasis on local – in produce, wines, beers and spirits. They needed a friendly, familiar face front of house and a well-respected chef who knows his local produce and suppliers. Sean was a natural fit for the former and Nigel Samuel, who has worked at The Camfield and The Stables, was a no-brainer for the latter.

Then followed blood, sweat and tears as the Bellamys rolled up their sleeves to transform the dark and dingy interior with no kitchen or cooking equipment to speak of. They worked many weekends to create the warm, welcoming environment it is today with polished concrete flooring, comfy seating, potted olive trees, photographs of Subiaco icons and walls splashed with florals and scenes from local parks.

Says Richard: “The location looking out on to the street and over the Subi Hotel is ideal.”

“It had good bones.," adds Sarah.

"The building dates back to 1899 and we think it was a hardware shop.

Originally there was a strip of three small shops here.”

The couple recruited interior designer, Jenny Bruce, to perform her magic and staff say that punters react with awe and surprise when looking up at the colourfully painted cornices in the ceiling.

As for the food, the word “local” pops up again.

Nigel is producing simple dishes such as steak tartare, coronation chicken (a British royal dish invented

by Constance Spry) and a modern take on korma lamb shoulder.

“I have built up a very good relationship with our best WA suppliers,” he says. “We source scallops from Abrolhos Islands, Manjimup smoked chicken and La Delizia latticini hand-crafted cheese.”

The drinks list comprises boutique labels from around the State among interstate and overseas favourites.

Craft beers and spirits from local distilleries also feature strongly.

So if you fancy a night out as one of the locals, head to Your Local.

You'll find the vibe, surroundings and attentive staff – and no QR code mobile ordering platform – make it an ideal local for any demographic.

Your Local, 71 Rokeby Road.

Visit yourlocalsubi.com.au

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You’ll be licking your chops for Bark Subiaco’s new dinner menu. They’re now cooking up a storm with a delicious new sharing menu, with hits like a charcuterie Bark board and Chicken Schnitty Burger. Dinner kicks off from 5 til 9pm, Tuesday to Saturday.

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Brunches - sometimes the everlasting kind - are having a bit of a moment and in Subiaco, there are some brilliant purveyors of the most relaxed meal of the day.

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HERE’S A SIMPLE little recipe for happiness.

Take one chilled champagne flute, pour in some bubbles – Prosecco or Champagne – and add a squirt of freshly squeezed orange. Lift. Sip. Smile.

It’s the Mimosa way to nirvana and it’s become the perfect start to the day on a certain corner in Subi where a restaurant named after the famous drink is doing a roaring trade in bottomless brunches. Every day of the week, it’s not hard to spot. Just look out for the helium-filled balloons, tiaras, wedding veils and sashes.

Mimosa’s owners – Sarah and Sven Sander who also own Tiisch restaurant in the city – have tapped into a trend that started in major hotels in cities like Singapore and Hong Kong and it’s fast catching on in Perth.

When their Milkd cafe in Subiaco

got a bar licence they decided on a complete revamp and a change of name to introduce a more restauranttype feel to the prominent corner site with outdoor seating for 28.

Add the offer of unlimited bubbles, Bloody Marys, wine and beer – along with an appetiser and main course for $59 per person - and Mimosa is onto a winner with the venue booked out solidly.

Manager Noemi Saggesie says the brunches – which include a choice of banana pancakes, braised beef cheeks, salmon and eggs benedict and avocado toast – are popular for birthday celebrations, hen's parties and baby showers. And she admits that some of the customers are so enthusiastic that the staff have to gently remind punters about responsible service of alcohol.

“We have had some people asking

TUCK IN Opposite, Mimosa's bottomless brunch is as pretty as a picture. Above and below, Be Free Organics redefines the organic brunching experience.

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for three drinks at a time” she says.

“We politely inform them of the rules which are one drink per person at one time.”

Mimosa’s not the only kid on the block either. Wander down Hay Street on a Saturday morning and you’ll find Hangout on Hay is also offering bottomless brunches at $39 per person with unlimited Mimosas over a 90-minute period. Food choices include plenty of moppingup foods along with zucchini fritters, eggs benedict, steak sandwiches and grilled cheese toasties.

It has been a great boon for an area in Subiaco that has seen little foot traffic recently. Kirap Sachdeva, the venue manager, says the idea has been a hit with patrons of the nearby gyms who see the bubbles as a reward for a workout.

Things are a little more abstemious at Tastings but faithful regulars don’t need the lure of alcohol to get them through the door. They rock up on a daily basis – some of them not till 3pm – to order the Big Breakfast 8

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which is cooked lovingly by the part owner George Doropoulos and is the stuff of local legend.

“It has bacon, eggs, fried tomato, onion and beef sausages,” says Bill, his brother, who is often seen waiting on tables out the front to local Subi identities such as former mayor, Tony

Costa, entertainment icon Bob Maher and former football champion Bill Dempsey.

They go as much for the $15 omelettes as the Silvana coffee which many regulars say is the best in the suburb.

Like Bill and George, this place remains as unpretentious as the day it opened 23 years ago.

“We love our customers and we treat them all the same,” says Bill.

Subiaco being the diverse suburb it is, means there’s something for everyone. A legion of health fiends are also experiencing the natural high of an all-day brunch thanks to the purity of dishes at Be Free Organics.

Owners, Caillan and Alessia Richards witness many a beatific smile on the face of a customer hoeing into smashed avo on toast made from Abhi’s charcoal bread, washed down with a Big Red smoothie, kombucha or probiotic water.

“People often ask us what we do differently with our smashed avo,” says Caillan. “We don’t really

BEST MEAL OF THE DAY Opposite, Hangout on Hay (inset and this page), and Mimosa, have perfected brunch. This page, below, Tastings serves some of the best coffee in Subiaco. Right, the smashed avo at Be Free Organics is sensational.

do anything differently but it is in the certified organic ingredients.

We also do a vegetarian feta which tastes better than the non vegetarian one.”

The beauty of this zen environment is that you can also pick up a few essentials on the way out. As well as offering organic skin care and body products there are fresh fruit and veg, cleaning products and non-dairy cheeses.

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favourites Subiaco is home to thousands of people hailing from far flung countries - and some have opened cafes and restaurants which serve cuisine from their homeland. Gail Williams tucks in.

ALL THE WORLD is a stage. So wrote Shakespeare and he could have easily been looking into the future at Subiaco.

Why? Because in a twist the Bard would love, the suburb has actually become a stage for the world, where men and women of all nations are the players.

Subiaco, according to the last census, is home to 5,728 people who were born overseas, making up more than a quarter of the suburb’s population spreading across seven square kilometres.

And that’s precisely what makes the place so fantastically wonderful as dozens of hospitality operators – who have also come from afar – cater for such diversity in venues popping up in laneways, car parks, the Paris end of Rokeby and the Subi Farmers Markets. .

Here, we meet just a few of the faces behind the exotic flavours and scents wafting through our suburb.

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Karanpon Nititawachpong (Goff) Six Senses Thai Restaurant 23/17-31 Rokeby Rd, Subiaco 08 9388 3969

Ten years ago, when Thai-born Goff (pictured above) introduced Subiaco to prawn-topped betel leaves – snacks from his childhood in Thailand – Rokeby Road was a thriving metropolis humming with the beat of nearby bars and football crowds.

He now has a string of Thai restaurants across Perth’s suburbs, all offering the best of traditional Thai favourites tweaked with a contemporary take on chicken satays and duck rolls. But Subi still holds a special place in his heart.

“It is still an ideal place to be, close to the train station, the theatre and offices,” he says. “We love Subi because of its people, heritage houses and the old buildings.”

Not as much as the Subi people love them.

Eva Kanakis

George’s Meze Restaurant 26 Denis St, Subiaco 08 9388 1585 Eva is from Austria but certainly knows her way around a Greek kitchen. Her late husband, George, was from the Peloponnese region of Greece, and the pair opened their well-loved homage to his cuisine back in 2001.

George sadly passed away 2017 but Eva and their son, Nick (below), honour his memory in the popular haunt for those after a fix of slowcooked goat or spanakopita.

Many of the recipes were cooked

by George at home but some were passed on by his mother.

Eva is a big fan of Subiaco where her sun-drenched little cafe in an old cottage is always packed with smiling fans.

“It’s a beautiful suburb,” she says.

“With its charming old houses, leafy streets and variety of interesting little shops and restaurants.

“The Greek-style goat dish we prepare best reflects George’s cooking from Greece; patient and slowly cooked, healthy and delicious.

Perfect on a cold winter’s night.”

Raffaele Brotzu

Delisio 4/94 Rokeby Rd, Subiaco 08 9381 7796 You may well ask - what have the Romans ever done for us?

Raffaele (above) is happy to show you. He has a string of international awards under his belt for his thick, puffy-crusted pizzas, topped with the simplest of ingredients. And if you want a slice of La Dolce Vita to transport you all the way to Raffaele’s home city, just bite into his pizza al taglio.

It was the variety of businesses that attracted him to Subiaco 19 years ago upon moving here from the Italian capital.

“I love the demographic,” he says.

“And the number of people who love food and want to try different things.

“Pizza al taglio (pizza by the slice) is how it is sold in Rome. You walk into the shops and see the bench full of incredible pizzas, topped with the simplest, freshest ingredients. The potato pizza, which is typical of Rome, is one of my childhood memories.”

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Juanita’s 341 Rokeby Rd, Subiaco | juanitasbar.com.au Having spent a big chunk of his 20s in Italy, Perthborn Anthony (left) has maintained strong links to the country his parents hailed from and it is reflected in the simple European menu offered to customers.

Chef Luke Foyle picks up the philosophy in his San Danielle Prosciutto Plate with Shaw River buffalo mozzarella with chives, capers and lemon olive oil, which hits the spot with regulars.

“It takes me back to the huge drying rooms at our old plant in Malaga, helping the guys salting and applying the stucco to the raw legs of pork. Such an incredible process but so worth the final product,” says Anthony.

His love of Subi goes right back to the 80s when Altos was a favourite restaurant.

“The veal costela carpaccio, Mrs Scaffidi’s pasta and the molten cioccolatino along with incredible wine list and the high level of service and training made it one of the places all my friends wanted to work,” he says.

“When this spot near Boucla came up we leapt at the prospect of a revitalised Subiaco community. Subiaco is a fulcrum to our CBD. It is the historic old heart, you can feel the village in the streets. It’s so liveable and central. In 10 minutes, you can be in the city or the beach or university. You know that Mt Eliza watches over Subiaco and that can never be overlooked.”

Jean-Claude and Erna Sterchi Chez Jean-Claude Patisserie 333 Rokeby Rd, Subiaco

“There is really nothing better than that crunch!”

Thousands of customers of Jean-Claude’s patisserie would agree with him.

He’s talking about the baguettes he bakes which takes the Swiss pastry chef right back to childhood holidays in France.

Jean-Claude and Erna moved to Perth 24 years ago and began delighting locals with their sweet and savoury European delicacies which saw their now landmark patisserie garnering long queues.

Says Erna: “We immediately fell in love with Subi, with its gum-tree-lined streets filled with kookaburras and its family-friendly shopping precinct which had everything we needed. Our kids were only little at the time, and we felt that Subiaco was the perfect place to raise a young family. Playing in the local parks was a daily activity, with trips to Kings Park only around the corner. It was a fantastic start to our lives in Australia.”

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Boubakar

Barrie and Jennifer Hoogenboom

Bloody French 279 Rokeby Rd, Subiaco 0432701909

Parisian-born Boubakar and his Australian/German wife Jennifer, had their tongues firmly in their cheeks when they named their restaurant Bloody French. Many fans say they should have added “Bloody Good”. Five years on, the locals are swearing too – with the odd “sacre bleu” – as they savour a little bit of France in Boubakar’s dishes like boeuf bourguignon, confit duck cassoulet, French onion soup and raclette.

“We chose Subiaco because it reminds us of Europe with the architecture and the vibe you get when you walk up and down the street,” says Boubaker. “The side of Rokeby Road where we are is known as Little France, so we always thought this was the place for us.”

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eat There’s nothing quite as mouth-watering as the waft of freshly baked bread or as tempting as pretty little sweet treats.

Dianne Bortoletto made it her mission to find Subiaco’s best bakeries and patisseries.

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Louis Boeglin

Louis Boeglin and his wife Yllana started their patisserie from humble beginnings, making a small selection of high-quality French pastries for the Subiaco Farmers Market and events like the French Festival. Four years later, they have their own bricks and mortar store where Yllana is based. Louis, an Alsace-born chef, who trained under two- and threeMichelin-starred chefs in Europe, is usually found in their Swan Valley commercial kitchen. Louis works with Swan Valley farmers to find the best and freshest seasonal produce, making everything by hand and minimising the use of sugar, eggs and starch so the key ingredients, namely nuts, fruit and chocolate, can shine. A core range of picture-perfect pastries and cakes adorn the glass cabinets and each week, there’s a special. Louis’ presentation of the finished product is sophisticated, unique and guided by the principle ‘aussi beau que bon’ which means ‘as

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EARNING A CRUST Opposite and this page, Layers Bakery have perfected the art of breadmaking, and the patisserie of Louis Boeglin.

delicious as it looks.’

“The choux caramel is our best seller, but I have an emotional attachment to the tart au fromage blanc. It was the first thing I ever cooked with my grandmama when I was six years old, and this is her recipe,” Louis said.

On a random Tuesday visiting unannounced, this petite shop was filled with French natives who, after much discussion about what to buy, all left with pretty little boxes and wide smiles.

3/223 Bagot Rd, Subiaco 0483 844 103 info@louisboeglin.com Visit louisboeglin.com.au

Layers Bakery

Conveniently located in the Subiaco Square Shopping Centre on Station Street, Layers Bakery, owned by French couple Bertrand Hofman and Julie Vachey, opened in December.

Named after the perfect croissants which feature fine layers of pastry,

this patisserie is known for its almond croissant. They make everything themselves, using traditional French methods.

“We never use yeast, just a sourdough starter which is flour and water, and we don’t add any preservatives or colours. It takes us longer to make the bread, but it’s better for you this way, easier to

digest,” said Bertrand.

Layers' head chef and co-owner Bertrand has lived in Perth for eight years and is ex-Bread in Common, where he worked for four years.

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A TASTE OF THE MED Above, Boucla's cakes are rightly revered, right, Eli and Matt Patisserie have made an artform out of the High Tea experience . Opposite, Sorganic (portrait by Jessica Wyld) and the bakery's delicious loaves.

and praline, and baguettes.

10/29 Station Street, Subiaco layersbakery.subiaco@gmail.com Visit facebook.com/layersbakery. subiaco/about

Eli and Matt Patisserie

Opened in 2018, Eli and Matt Patisserie, named after the owner’s sons, is bright and airy, with plenty of dine-in seating. Which is a good thing because this is a great choice for those who love high tea. There are colourful china teapots and cups and saucers, multi-layer cake stands with pretty indulgences such as raspberry eclair, lemon curd tartlet, raspberry macaron, freshly baked scones and homemade jam and scrumptious finger sandwiches, accompanied by luxury French Tea “Mariage Freres” or barista-made coffee.

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sugar, my caffeine hit was smooth and satisfying. Besides high tea, breakfast, brunch and lunch are serviced with an all-day menu that includes a selection of baguettes, quiches, salads, pasta, the club sandwiches and more. Eli and Matt Patisserie is best known for its Opera Cake, a decadent dessert of seven layers consisting of almond sponge, buttercream, chocolate ganache and chocolate glaze. It takes days to make and assemble. Don't miss their take on high tea - with coffee.

484a Hay St, Subiaco Visit eliandmatt.com

Boucla

A Subiaco icon, Boucla was first opened 20 years ago by Despina and Brian Tanner, a Greek family whose portraits still adorn the walls. Subiaco local Nikki Grey bought it about five years ago when the Tanners retired and returned to Greece, and with the café came all the family recipes, a smart move given the chocolate ricotta cake has been known to make one weep with pleasure. Besides that unmissable treat, Boucla is best known for its sweet souffra, a Greek custard cake made with spirals of filo pastry and custard running

Sorganic Sourdough Bakers

As the name suggests, Sorganic bakes organic sourdough in-house using a 30-year old starter, organic flour, filtered water and sea salt that’s kneaded in a sizeable industrial machine, a process that takes 72 hours from start to finish. There’s a white country loaf that uses a blend of stoneground and roller-milled white flour, multi-grain folded through with soaked sunflower seeds, linseeds, wheat berry and barley berry. There's also a signature fruit loaf with figs, apricots, dates and sultanas, the wonderfully nutty walnut and chia loaf and a 100 per cent spelt loaf topped with pumpkin seeds. The coffee beans are sourced directly from ethical, sustainable farmers in Colombia, Honduras and Nicaragua while the all-day breakfast menu includes avocado on sourdough, a protein fix bowl, ricotta hot cakes, brekky burgers and bacon and eggs, served, you guessed it, on sourdough.

The pulled pork ‘manwich’, open steak sandwich, ripper beef nachos, and chicken and cauliflower salad are just some of the tempting lunch offerings. Inside, the café is really cute with painted bread motifs on the walls, and out the front, there are market umbrellas providing shade.

273 Rokeby Rd, Subiaco 08 6249 9456 Visit sorganic.com.au

through the layers. On a trip to Perth, upon tasting the souffra, national food critic Matt Preston proclaimed it to be the best he had ever have had. If that’s not enough to encourage you to take a seat out the front or inside the Mediterranean-themed room, there’s an all-day dining menu with the usual avocado toast along with other less common dishes such as Turkish eggs, zucchini and mint fritters, Boucla egg brioche, shakashuka, cassoulet and more.

349 Rokeby Rd, Subiaco 08 9381 2841 info@boucla.com.au Visit boucla.com.au

Back to where it all began…

New shop opening in 2022.

Exciting times ahead.

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West Leederville

333 Rokeby Road, Subiaco

26 Oxford Close, West Leederville

Ph 08 9381 7968 Open Monday to Friday, 7am ~ 5pm Saturday, 7:30am ~ 1:30pm

Ph 08 9381 1235 Open Monday to Friday, 6:30am ~ 2:30pm Saturday, 8:45am ~ 12:45pm

www.chezjeanclaudepatisserie.com.au

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Chez Jean-Claude Patisserie

A Subiaco stalwart that’s been operating since 1997, Chez JeanClaude Patisserie is known for its bread that’s baked daily including rye bread, potato bread, sourdough, wholemeal sourdough brekky bread that contains a muesli mix, Le Parisiennes (thin, crunchy baguettes) that you can buy plain.

The Le Parisiennes also come with a variety of fillings much like a roll, such as brie, avocado and sundried tomatoes or cream cheese, smoked salmon and capers, or smoked turkey and cranberry, all wrapped, ready for lunch. I can vouch for the French style ham, cheese, tomato and gherkin La Parisienne which I devoured all in 18

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Since 1997, Chez Jean-Claude Patisserie has been known for its bread that's baked daily . . . the name of research. It’s the perfect place to grab lunch to go or try your luck to score one of the few tables under umbrellas out the front.

There’s also an assortment of sweet treats including mini patisseries, chocolate eclairs, millefeuille, Portuguese tarts, doughnuts, croissants, vanilla slices and strawberry tarts, as well as frozen unbaked goods to take home and finish off. Chez Jean-Claude makes platters and offers catering.

Go early on Fridays and Saturdays to pick up the limited traditional plaited

breakfast butter bread of Switzerland, called butter twist.

In fact, the Swiss Art of Baking is a respect for tradition, a guiding principle in all that they do. Chez Jean-Claude Patisserie sources the best available ingredients to ensure the highest quality and freshness.

333 Rockeby Road, Subiaco 08 9381 7968 Visit chezjeanclaudepatisserie.com.au

Cake and Coffe Co

Tucked away on Forrest Street, Cake and Coffee Co is a bit of a local

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secret and owner Claire Keenan makes everything herself onsite.

“Everything is homemade, and we focus on wholesome, quality food, sourcing the finest pure ingredients we can, often direct from the farmer,” Claire said.

Best known for making cakes to order, Claire refrains from using refined sugar and never uses artificial ingredients. She bakes Persian love cake, dark chocolate, prune and strawberry tart, wild berry frangipane tart, linzer torte, cherry cheesecake tart, and some savoury options too including spinach and feta bundt cake, nut and seed life loaf bread, and beetroot, feta and sweet potato tart.

For the gluten-free, there’s GF chocolate and beetroot cake, GF strawberry and black pepper cake, GF carrot and almond, GF cherry and rosewater and more.

The tiny café with seating for just six people inside makes the experience of feasting on sweet and savoury treats even more delightfully intimate.

“I work around the corner and I come here every day, sometimes twice a day, everyone from the office does,” said loyal customer Mark

Taylor. “My favourite is the ginger and oat slice, but I’ll often buy lunch and sometimes takeaway dinner because the food is just so good.”

4/1 Forrest St, Subiaco 0412 421 671 Visit cakeandcoffeeco.com

Raisin’ Bakery & Café

Raisin’ Bakery brings a fresh approach to baking, fusing French and Japanese flavours onsite as well as a unique fruit-based fermentation technique known as “Ten’nen koubo” in Japanese, or “wild yeast bread”. It's a fascinating technique that creates a unique and characteristic aroma, taste and crust. From Danish toast, salted caramel croissant, sausage rolls, Nutella s’mores cookies, Golden Gaytime cookies, bacon and potato pastry rolls, to less usual offerings like squid ink baguette, shokupan, edamame and miso loaf and curry baguette, Raisin’ Bakery also serves coffee, sandwiches, catering platters and more. Cakes can be ordered online too including a matcha tiramisu cake.

4a/155 Onslow Rd, Shenton Park 08 9380 4530 Visit raisinbakery.com.au

If you've experienced a craving for a super-freshly baked croissant for your morning weekend breakfast ritual, look no further than Zonts.

According to director Lionel Chong, Zonts Bakehouse is an online/virtual bakery that only opens during the weekends (Friday, Saturday and Sunday, 8am - 1pm), so you'll have to employ a little pre-planning if you want to tuck into your Zonts for a lazy weekend brunch.

Why the strange name?

Well, it all makes perfect sense when Lionel explains.

"In true Aussie fashion, we took a long hard look at the word ‘croissant’ and decided that it was too timeconsuming to write every time.

As a result, Zonts (cro-zonts) was brought to life."

There's a minimum order of $18 (although there's no minimum order for selfpickup) and you should place your order by 9pm the day before your delivery date for next day delivery.

The choices on offer are pretty imaginative too - from a tiramisu Zont to a beautifully savoury 'Nduja Provolone Zont. For those craving a sweet hit, the twice-baked almond Zont or chocolate custard Zont hit the spot, while for purists, it's hard to go past a plain butter Zont, with its myriad layers of buttery, flakey pastry.

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Warm bodies

Tis the season to rug up and head somewhere cosy - preferably with a fireplace or a warming drink on hand. Gail Williams reports.

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COSY CORNERS Right, Boucla's pretty as a picture ruby masala is worth rugging up for, while a visit to Cherubino City Cellar is the perfect winter treat. Storehouse at Vibe Subiaco Hotel makes a mean margarita with stunning views, while the Unicorn Bar proves small is beautiful.

Winter is coming.

So when the rain is beating down and the mercury drops to a single figure there’s no better place to be than tucked up at home wearing Ugg boots and watching Game of Thrones.

Well, actually that's not quite true.

Especially if you live in Subiaco where dozens of cosy nooks and crannies transport winter punters to the warmth of an outback Kimberley rock, without them having to even leave the suburb.

Plush armchairs and slow-cooked casseroles are the normal winter staples but this season, many frostbitten souls are finding that liquid love is setting their cockles on fire. Hot ticket drinks are being poured in highball glasses, martini coupes, flutes, teacups and mugs to entice Subi-ites off their couches.

If you’ve never felt the inner warming glow of tequila spreading enticingly from throat to tummy, it’s time to head to the rooftop at

Vibe. Take up a luxurious logue at Vibe Subiaco Hotel’s Storehouse Restaurant and Bar while nursing a smooth El Mikan Margarita, their signature winter cocktail and enjoy the sweeping views as you ward off the cold. It starts with an in-your-face kick of reposado tequila and Grand Marnier and finishes with grilled orange garnish.

Marveloso!

Who needs an open fire when you get the same warm thrill savouring a Negroni in a Riedel glass?

At The Unicorn then focus is inward. In their Nana’s Lounge, you’ll find few bespectacled old ladies drinking sherry while they knit – although The Unicorn would gladly welcome them. Instead locals of all ages cram into the little enclave to sip Negronis – a fabulous drink

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drink WARM UP Right, Chef Caleb brings the heat to his eponymous kitchen, below and opposite, the Unicorn Bar has made its Negroni a must-sip experience this winter.

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El Mikan Margarita 45ml Reposado tequila 15ml Grand Marnier 30ml fresh lime juice

10ml grilled orange spiced agave 15ml fresh mandarin Chill the cocktail glass with ice. Rub fresh orange around the rim and dip it into cinnamon sugar. Put all the liquid ingredients into a cocktail shaker. Shake well with ice and double strain or fine strain into the cocktail glass with fresh ice. Garnish with baked orange wheel and cinnamon quill.

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any time of the year. Here it takes on a special nutty zing with a dried orange garnish added to equal parts vermouth, gin and campari.

Some might mourn one recent change - that old stalwart and icon, the Subiaco Hotel has lost its popular fireplace during renovations last year. But there’s plenty to make up for that in the snug booths of the Lobby Bar where it was once housed. There, consolation comes in the form of espresso martinis or a Glenmorangie 10-year single malt as diehard fans congratulate themselves on their choices. Tucked away upstairs is Henry’s Loft perfect for a private winter function.

The wood fire burns bright in the open kitchen of Caleb Restaurant and Bar, as much for the theatrical appeal as what comes out of it – rustic cauliflower and smokey salmon dishes.

But it is the lure of sipping mulled wine upstairs on the heated rooftop that has many lingering long after hours. Cinnamon-spiced merlot is reduced until the syrupy mix can be poured into a pretty cocktail glass and garnished with cinnamon.

Die-hard regulars also swear by

Mediterranean island. The staff are obliging if you order their famous Ruby Chai, an award-winning exotic chai, handmade in Osborne Park.

Their Ruby Masala – a malty, aromatic black tea with a rich,

full flavour - works well with milk.

Invigorating and served in a tumbler garnished with star anise it’s guaranteed to lift your spirits, spice up your life and help discover the ever-warm summer inside yourself.

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the bar’s heavenly hot chocolate served in a mug and a side serve of chocolate flourless cake.

As if anyone needed an incentive to head to Cherubino Wines City Cellar. The state-of-the-art fit out is purpose-built for cosy chats on the couch while tucking into a shared platter of meatballs. Add a glass of chianti, look up at the skylight to watch the rain drizzle down and you have a date night from sun-drenched Calabria. A nebretti barolo might also just do the trick. Add an Old Fashioned made with Starward Two Fold, demerara sugar, bitters, orange and cherries and winter worries dissolve away.

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Market

Subi Farmers Market is a thriving hub of local producers every Saturday.

Sloane Carvell (and Chorizo the sausage dog) went along to try some of the fare on offer.

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fresh FARMERS MARKETS ARE special places in communities. They provide a place for farmers and food producers to sell farm-to-fork directly to customers. It supports the economy of local communities as well as educating customers with most stall holders and farmers able to discuss produce, how its grown and its preparation. Produce is typically seasonal and organic, supporting our health. They are also always a great place to meet and chat with members of the community, as I discovered one sunny Saturday recently.

The Subi Farmers Market is held every Saturday morning and has temporarily moved from Subiaco Primary School to the Earthwise Community Centre while the school

undergoes some renovations. Market manager Anna Capelletta tells me that all stallholders, growers, or makers must be from WA to ensure all produce and items support local organisations, and the market donates regularly to Subiaco Primary School in its support of the community.

With fresh eggs, bread, butter, fruit and vegetables, meats, and fish, you can fill your basket with seasonal produce, straight from the producers.

Four-legged friends are also welcome – a big plus for Chorizo and I. The Little Big Store The Little Big Store works with Western Australian biodynamic and organic farmers to source the freshest seasonal produce for you

MARKET MATES Subi Farmers Markets is a bustling hot spot of local artisans and producers, including Vin, below, who sharpens knives and The Fisho, left.

direct from the farm, with produce coming from areas like Muchea and the south west's local farmers. Owner Ben can help you find some great ingredients to cook up a feast. When I visit, the stall is heaving with fresh fruit and vegetables, I buy some fresh fennel at his recommendation and rhubarb for dinner that night. They also offer delivery of fresh organic fruit and vegetables to your door through their website.

Stakehill Produce Stakehill Produce is a family-owned farm in Baldivis, specialising in vineripened hydroponic tomatoes. They also provide some produce from other local farmers. You’ve never seen tomatoes this glorious, picked

fresh for the market. Stallholder Stuart shares his tips for keeping his tomatoes fresh and fragrant when you get them home - just put them in a fruit bowl or the fridge.

Pretty Sharp Knife Sharpening Services My favourite thing about community markets is the people you meet, and Vin from Pretty Sharp Knife Sharpening Services is one local hero you won’t forget. Vin started out as a butcher and has been around knives since 1965. If you have forgotten to sharpen your knives you can give them to Vin to make cooking a breeze.

He tells me every knife has a story.

Make sure you pop by and say hello to him, have a yarn and don’t forget to

bring your kitchen knives to get them sharpened for all the veggies and meat you will undoubtedly buy.

The Fisho Michael - or Mr Fisho as I called him can tell you a thing or two about fish.

He is passionate about seafood and has a vast knowledge to share with you. All fish is caught in Australian waters, arrives within a day of being caught and is fresh or snap-frozen as soon as its caught. Mr Fisho has a huge range and the day I visit, there were emperor and snapper fillets, cod, salmon, barramundi, and even Leeuwin Coast akoya.

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Two Lost Pilots is the brainchild of two airmen - Brad and Brett . . .

Artisan Butter which is known for its traditional techniques of churning, massaging and hand-shaping small batch butter made in Jandakot from local WA cream and ingredients.

With a variety of butters made with ingredients like lemon myrtle and seaweed, it will elevate your bread and baking. They have recently introduced their freshly churned buttermilk too in a one litre bottle – perfect for buttermilk fried chicken.

Loving Pantry Loving Pantry makes homemade granola with quality ingredients to nourish you. It's refined sugar-free and they create vegan and gluten-free options too. Their stall also has acai smoothie bowls and fresh porridge so you can pick up your brekky while you browse the markets.

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members when you’re at the market - just make sure you head to Barkday Pawty. They have homemade treats for your dogs, who are welcome at the market. With doggie donuts and a plethora of dog chews and treats, no-pawdy will be disappointed.

Tom the Greek The amazing fresh spinach and feta spanakopita at Tom the Greek’s stall are as authentic an experience as you can get without actually going

to Greece. Chuck in a chat with Fanouris, the stall holder, and I'm in heaven. There’s a selection of sweet and savoury food, including baklava and beautiful pastelli made

by Fanouris himself. They might be hard to pronounce but they're pretty delicious to eat.

Louis Boeglin Patisserie As good as they look, Louis’ beautiful creations are handmade using the finest local produce. Louis has

worked in prestigious restaurants all over Europe developing techniques and mastering flavours. He tells me he is making his selections of cakes and pastries until the early hours of the morning before the market, so they are fresh for you to buy. The lemon meringue tart is to die-for, and there are gorgeous choux caramel and cheesecakes.

Two Lost Pilots Two Lost Pilots is the brainchild of two airmen - Brad, an international pilot, and Brett, a domestic pilot who were grounded during the Covid pandemic. As everybody knows, chocolate fixes everything, and so Two Lost Pilots small batch bean to bar chocolate was born. With beans sourced currently from the Solomon Islands and Samoa and hopes to expand their new venture, these clever guys are roasting and winnowing to make delicious chocolate to satisfy sweet cravings with an online store opening soon.

MARVELLOUS MARKET Above, doggy treats a-plenty at Barkday Pawty.

Below, Louis Boeglin's fancy cakes. Opposite, you can feast your way around the Subi Farmers Markets - and around the world.

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Sparkle & Shine

If you’ve ever needed something sparkly for a special event you’ll be familiar with Raimonds. A stalwart of the Perth fashion scene for the past 20 years, Raimond Castellano tells us about his passion for fashion. WORDS | Beverly Ligman YOU CAN’T WALK down the top end of Hay Street without a sparkly dress in Raimonds' window catching your eye. And while I may well be a bit of a magpie, Raimonds' has dressed so many Perth women over the years for school balls, bridesmaid’s duties, cocktail events and weddings, that I decided to find out the story behind the store.

BL Why did you start Raimonds?

RC I originally started Raimonds as a menswear boutique in 1995. There was a definite gap in the market for an intimate and personalisedstyle shopping experience offering premium, hand-picked and exclusive labels.

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BL What do you love about dressing women in gorgeous gowns?

RC Seeing our clients absolutely light up when they see themselves in their perfect gown is an amazing feeling and one I’ll never tire of. Knowing that I was able to make them feel so beautiful and confident for a special occasion is incredibly rewarding.

RC Having travelled to the USA many times to attend AmericasMart and World of Prom in Atlanta, as well as the Magic, Project and Liberty Tradeshows in Las Vegas, I’ve been incredibly lucky to source, work with and represent three fabulous US labels; Jovani, Faviana and Scala. I love all three of these brands as their collections are individually amazing and when combined, I really believe that they offer something for everyone.

BL Tell us how you started out in fashion?

RC I grew up watching my mum work as a seamstress, so I guess that’s where my respect for and love of beautiful garments comes from.

BL How do you compete with the thriving dress rental market?

RC Fortunately, the dress rental market is not an issue for me.

Given the incredibly high calibre of the designers and labels that we represent, our gowns are not available in hire stores. The gowns are intended to be exclusive and luxurious, and being available in hire stores unfortunately diminishes the value of the brand.

BL Do you have a favourite brand that you stock?

BL Why did you decide to open in Subiaco originally?

RC Subiaco has always been one of Perth’s most beautiful suburbs, as well a premier shopping and dining destination. I have been fortunate enough to have built a wonderful and loyal clientele which includes many Subiaco residents and locals, as well as wonderful relationships with my fellow Subiaco business owners.

BL What will customers get at Raimonds that they won’t find anywhere else?

RC An incredibly honest, personalised and professional level of service in a relaxed and intimate environment with an amazing collection of hand-picked designer gowns to choose from.

BL Can you tell instantly what will suit a woman, when she walks into your store?

RC Absolutely and I take great pride in being able to do this.

BL Are you able to tailor garments to a perfect fit?

RC Our gowns are superbly made and therefore very little is required to make them a perfect fit.

BL What do you love about what you do?

RC Seeing super happy clients leave my store, feeling on top of the world about how they look and feel. And knowing that I am able to make my clients feel so confident and beautiful is without a doubt the best part of my job.

BL Tell us five words that describe you.

RC Honest, passionate, professional, dedicated, easy-going.

You can find Raimonds at 1/420 Hay St, Subiaco or phone (08) 9380 4181.

The store is open on Monday and Tuesday by appointment only and on Tuesday to Saturday from 10-5pm.

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School ball and formal trends for 21/22?

Personally I don’t think school ball and formal gowns generally follow trends or fads. I much prefer to choose classic pieces that look and fit beautifully and most importantly, make my clients feel amazing.

Our gorgeous selection of gowns allows our clients to choose a dress that does all of this, as well as suit their personality, which is really important.

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Hands up who loves a clay mask?

You can’t see me, but I most definitely have both hands up in the air!

I’ve always loved the pore clean that you get from a clay or mud mask, but my-oh-my was it hard to find one that didn’t leave your skin feeling super tight and like it needed about a litre of moisturiser applied afterwards… that is until now.

The geniuses at Go-To skincare, Zoe Foster-Blake’s must-have beauty brand, have just released The Removalist and it does everything it says on the tin and more.

Firstly, let’s talk about the smell.

Some face masks can be a bit on the nose because of their natural ingredients, but this one’s a super cute reminder of my teenage years, with a grape Hubba Bubba-like scent - it smells delicious.

Then there’s the consistency; it’s not too thick, spreads on easily and is also really easy to take off with water or a face cloth, plus it leaves my skin feeling clean, unclogged and happy.

It’s basically everything I’ve ever wanted in a clay mask.

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age is, your skin will thank you for it.

You’ll also notice a difference in how it responds to your moisturisers and serums afterwards.

And it only takes 10 to 15 minutes to do… everyone has 10 to 15 minutes don’t they?

Try it - I promise you’ll never use another clay mask again.

Rating: 11/10 clay mask of my dreams 1 Get your hands on Go-To The Removalist, $48 for 65ml @ Mecca Cosmetica, 13/1 Rokeby Road, Subiaco.

When you know, you know

Yes, I am that person who, in my 20s, used to sleep in my make-up, eek, I know. But in later life I’ve learned that my skin loves to go to bed as clean as possible. That’s where this skin superhero comes in. Grab yourself a make-up remover pad, put some of this magical micellar water on it, swipe it across your face (including your eyes) and your skin will breathe deeply as it rests for the night makeup free. And the best bit? You don’t have to rinse it off afterwards. So simple! Years ago, this used to only be available in France, and now we can

get it right here at Chemist Warehouse.

2 Très magnifique Bioderma Sensibio H20 micellar water, from $18.99 for 250ml, available @ Chemist Warehouse, 105 Rokeby Road, Subiaco.

Cheap as chips!

Just like all of you, dear readers, I love me a cheap face and body moisturiser that actually works. And this one’s a gem, a gem that I’ve often seen on the shelves and never ever looked at until a fabulous friend of mine, who looks ah-mazing and is ageing like a fine wine, recommended I give it a go.

Turns out it's light on the skin, fragrance-free and helps enhance elasticity and firmness all in one go… so, sign me up!

Sometimes in winter or with the change of seasons, I also get itchy skin, especially around my eyes, and as an extra added bonus, this Vitamin E cream really helps me give my skin a big moisture shot overnight so I wake up bright-eyed and ready to roll in the morning.

3 Invite Concentrated Vitamin E Cream, $10.99 for 100g @ Chemist Warehouse.

Get Crafty Studio Subi is a little creative haven which is happy to welcome all to its light-filled space.

WORDS | Dianne Bortoletto

UP TWO FLIGHTS of stairs, the floor-to-ceiling windows at Studio Subi flood the spacious area with natural light.

Newly opened in March 2021, Studio Subi offers a range of creative workshops along with spaces for hire for collaborative work and meetings.

Here’s a space where your creative juices can flow, either sitting quietly on your own, or in a class learning a new skill. Workshops include botanical embroidery, the Japanese art of ink painting, lino cut, beginners sewing, silver art clay workshop, candle and body care making, French for beginners, custom wedding dance choreography, teen dance classes - you name it, really.

There are longer courses too, like an 11-week manga art course for beginners. If there’s something creative you would like to learn, talk to the team at Studio Subi and they’ll do all they can to make it happen.

There’s a co-op workspace where you can rent a desk for a day or long-term, a large area for private soirees as well as an outdoor balcony that can be booked on its own.

Connie Trinh, Studio Subi's founder said that it’s been a whirlwind since opening and the response from visitors and participants has been positive.

“I love the social aspect that creating can bring. I’ve always dreamed of having a hub where makers could come together to share their passion and skills,” Connie says.

“Studio Subi appeals to a wide range of customers, be it a professional or hobbyist wishing to rent out our dedicated desk spaces and meeting areas or attending the workshops that we host or run.

“Our Creative Library also has paper crafting tools, plus a small store where you can purchase additional

haberdashery or supplies and tools for a new project that you may want to try, such as hand embroidery or crochet.

I encourage everyone to explore and to not be afraid to try out another skill.

“Sewing is a big part of our Creative Library offering where you can book a time to come in to use our studio space, including use of all our equipment including sewing machines, overlocker, coverstitch machine, and some haberdashery. It’s a BYO DIY project arrangement, but you may be lucky to come at a time when our teachers are also working in our studio.

“Studio Subi is a very welcoming space and we seek to have ‘Good Vibes Only,’” says Connie.

A space to nurture and grow creative skills and perhaps teach some of the skills that our grandmothers had sounds like a great tonic for easing stress and finding things to do that doesn’t involve a screen. I foresee lots of new stalls popping up at the Subiaco Farmers Market as a result.

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Studio Subi | Level 1, 140 Hay Street, Subiaco hello@studiosubi.com.au | Visit studiosubi.com.au

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Scribblers is a festival for lovers of the written word (and illustrations too) - and this year, there’s an embarassment of riches in terms of Australian literary talent.

WORDS | Gabi Mills

SCRIBBLERS FESTIVAL IS an annual festival of literature and arts for young people. With programming just for schools, a free weekend for the whole family, and mini-events throughout the year, Scribblers Festival invites young people and the young-at-heart to celebrate the magic of storytelling.

The Festival brings together authors, illustrators and other storytellers from Perth, across Australia, and around the world to empower and engage young readers through interactive sessions and workshops. In the lead up to the festival, over 15,000 feather-shaped bookmarks are scattered throughout public libraries across Western Australia, with five rare Golden Feathers waiting to be found by lucky young readers as part of the annual Golden Feather Hunt.

Scribblers encourages young writers to put their ideas on to paper for a chance to win a The Golden Pen Writing Award, and lets teens take over the mic to create podcasts that are broadcast around the world from our very own Conversation Caravan.  Scribblers Festival, Subiaco Arts Centre and Regal Theatre, Schools Program, 24 May to June 1, Family Program, 29 to 30 May. Visit scribblersfestival.com.au.

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Meet the writer ~ Cristy Burne Children’s author and science writer Cristy Burne is passionate about empowering our next generation of creative, science-savvy citizen.

She has worked as a science communicator for 20 years across seven countries and has performed in a science circus, worked as a garbage analyst, and was a reporter at CERN when they turned on the Large Hadron Collider.

Cristy works at the intersection of science, technology and creativity.

Her latest books include Beneath the Trees, Aussie STEM Stars: Fiona Wood and Wednesday Weeks and the Tower of Shadows, co-written with Denis Knight.

GM: You’re a passionate advocate of the power of books (no batteries required) - how do you convince a kid who’s book-phobic to give them a go?

CB: Getting a kid into reading is all about finding the right book. Let kids choose the stories they want to read.

And don’t forget: sharing stories is one of the best ways to bond with your children. Read to your kids on the couch. Do the voices. Stop at the cliffhangers. Leave them begging to find out what happens next. Insert mockevil laughter whenever you can.

GM: What are you doing at this year’s Scribblers Festival - and what are you looking forward to seeing/hearing during the event?

CB: At this year’s festival I’m celebrating science and fantasy, creativity and wonder, adventure and comedy. I’ll be talking about my latest books, Beneath The Trees (ages 6+; based on my true-life rainforest adventure); Aussie STEM Stars – Fiona Wood (ages 12+; the especially-for-kids biography of burns surgeon and inventor of spray-on skin, Fiona Wood); and Wednesday Weeks and the Tower of Shadows (ages 8+; the first in a funny fantasy-meets-STEM series co-authored with Denis Knight). And I’ll be bringing my stuffed giant pink slug in an attempt to break the world record for Most Photos Taken With A Gastropod.

GM: If you could invite some famous writers/scientists round to your book club, who would they be and why?

CB: We’re so lucky here in Western Australia to be bulging at the seams with incredible writers and scientists, illustrators and inventors. I’m a member of the WA Chapter of the Society of Children’s Book Writers and Illustrators, which is like a giant book club, and every time we get together there are ideas and laughter bouncing off the walls. If I could hang out with anyone at all, I think I’d choose Marie Curie – in the early 1900s she won a Nobel Prize for Physics and another for Chemistry, making her the first woman to win a Nobel, and the only person ever to win two in different fields.

Reader giveaway:

Thanks to our friends at Scribblers Festival, we’ve got $100-worth of books to giveaway to one lucky winner.

To enter, visit seesubiaco.com.au - good luck!

Meet the Illustrator ~ James Foley James Foley makes picture books, middle grade novels and comics for kids. He’s the author/illustrator of, among many others, the S.Tinker Inc graphic novel series for middle primary: Brobot (2016), Dungzilla

(2017), Gastronauts (2018) and Chickensaurus (2020). The series stars Sally Tinker, the world’s foremost inventor under the age of twelve, and Joe Tinker, full-time baby.

GM: Do you enjoy the collaborative process of working with an author

- what are the pleasures and challenges?

JF: The best thing about working with an author is that I don’t have to come up with the initial story, I can just focus on the illustrations.

The worst thing is that I don’t get to come up with the initial story, I can only focus on the illustrations.

GM: What do you enjoy about attending festivals like Scribblers?

JF: The best thing about writers festivals like Scribblers is being able to connect with the audience.

Authors and illustrators find themselves spending a lot of time on their own making books, so it’s wonderful to emerge from our studios, meet kids and families and share our love of stories.

GM: If a kid is inspired to follow in your footsteps, what advice would you give?

JF: The advice I would give any budding writers or illustrators is to read lots, and create lots, and make sure it’s fun for you. There’s no point in doing this job if you’re not having fun, and you’ll make better stories if you’re enjoying the process.

GM: What are you working on at the moment?

JF: I’ve just completed a new picture book called ‘Stellarphant’ - it’s about an elephant who wants to go to space. It’s out in November 2021 with Fremantle Press. My latest releases are a graphic novel called ‘Chickensaurus’ (it’s like Jurassic Park with chickens) and a picture book called ‘There’s Something Weird About Lena’ (it’s spooky, funny and perfect for older readers).

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Subiaco Style

Winter style conjures images of layering up in warm woollens, cosy cashmere, soft jackets, colourful coats and matchy-matchy scarves, hats and gloves.

Dianne Bortoletto chats to some stylish personalities involved in this winter’s See Subiaco Winter Style Series.

THE SECOND EDITION of the See Subiaco Winter Style Series from May 27 until June 6, features ten curated fashion and beauty events, including a launch party at Linneys, a VIP shopping day, PICNIC styling session, and a pre-loved winter fashion shopping event at Amia curated by STM Fashion Editor Elizabeth Clarke, who is also a series ambassador. There's also an evening with RATIONALE Skincare, a Pop-Up Collective sale at Dilly Dally, a beauty panel breakfast at the Vibe Hotel with local business owners from Circles of Hair and Glamour Nail Bar, and free styling sessions at a number of boutiques.

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Ball says she is thrilled that many talented businesses in Subiaco and Shenton Park will be in the spotlight.

“You can find everything you need in Subi and Shenton Park, there’s actually a really great range of options,” Marcia says.

“I love the restaurants, the shopping, being able to walk everywhere, eating at Lulu Delizia and shopping at Emporia which has to be my favourite store ever.

“I’d say Amia has the best brands offered in all of WA and it’s a really cool, eco conscious option for discerning women to buy second hand and add a classic piece to their wardrobe, and we have Denise Satterley to thank for that.

“I’m studying French at the moment and we can borrow from their thinking about fashion with things like investment dressing, buying classic pieces that last, families that pass down heirlooms, timeless style. I might not agree with French politics, but their fashion is fabulous.

“I’m really passionate about sustainable fashion, being aware who made your clothes, organic fabrics and natural dyes which means less chemicals for environment and less chemicals against your skin.

“I’m also into clean, organic, toxic-free beauty, make up and personal care products and in fact, you can find a range of local products at the Subi Farmers Market on Saturdays. I love the Farmers Markets!

“You can find different jewellers with handmade pieces plus a lot of small businesses and creators from the area who have Australian and locally-made products, and that’s what I’m passionate about supporting.

“See Subiaco Style Series is a great initiative for Subiaco, a chance to celebrate and showcase talented local businesses and entrepreneurs.

It’s a very fashion-forward, very chic event,” says Marcia.

Speaking of fashion-forward and chic, Marcia’s hot tip for this winter is the trench coat in beige.

“If beige isn’t your colour, add a bright red lip for a classic look,” says Marcia.  For more info on the Winter Style Series, visit seesubiaco.com.au.

with Natascha Lester, best-selling author

The See Subiaco Winter Style Series is a showcase of fashion, beauty and food experiences. A highlight is an intimate afternoon with New York Times best-selling author Natasha Lester at Cherubino City Cellar.

BY | Dianne Bortoletto

DB: When did your interest in fashion begin?

NL: When I was living in London in the late nineties. I used to hang out in amazing vintage shops like Steinberg and Tolkien on the King’s Road in Chelsea, marvelling over all the fashionable treasures from the 1920s, 30s and 40s. Then I’d do the same at the Victoria & Albert museum. I started buying fashion history books from the shop there and have been a fashion lover ever since.

DB: What does fashion mean to you?

Frankie goes to the Regal

Subiaco’s grand old lady - the Regal Theatre - might want to hide its blushes when a brand new show bursts onto its venerable stage

NL: Fashion can be as much of an art as painting, sculpture, or writing. But it’s an accessible artform, one we can wear every day, one that isn’t static and only sits on a wall. It can make us feel beautiful or comfortable or happy or nostalgic.

A fabulous dress can give you courage on a day where you don’t feel as brave as you wish to; it can tell people something about who you are or disguise feelings you don’t wish them to see.

DB: Your historical fiction books have ties to fashion, what do you love about fashion?

NL: I love collecting vintage fashion.

And I’d love to see us getting back to sustainable fashion, to consider clothes as something meant to last rather than something to throw away after one season. I think that’s why I enjoy fashion history so much marvelling over how timeless a Dior New Look gown is, for instance.

DB: What do you like about shopping, eating and drinking in Subiaco?

NL: Subiaco seems to be really coming into its own again. I was at Cherubino City Cellar just last weekend to have a drink with a friend and what a wonderful place it is! Great vibe, excellent decor - very Subiaco!

in July. Frankie Fatale presents: FANTASIE - World Class Pole, Aerial, Burlesque, Dance and Striptease is an exclusive never-before-seen spectacle stage production.

This world-first unmissable event rewrites the rules of adult entertainment, setting a new standard for the industry in a fulllength theatrical strip show. Join legendary award-winning performer Frankie Fatale along with iconic characters, state-of-the-art visuals, bespoke costume design and immersive special effects.  Fantasie, July 7 to 9, Regal Theatre, Subiaco. Visit premier. ticketek.com.au

Coffee, stat!

The Subi Coffee Series is a godsend for all those who worship at the coffee bean temple. This year there are more local venues taking part than ever in August.

What to expect: Subi Coffee Series is back for round two. The 10-day coffee wonderland sees the return of the Espresso Martini masterclass, tasting experience and high coffee – plus some exciting new treats to get you caffeinated (think workshops, traditional coffees and a range of uniquely-flavoured espresso martinis going head-to-head as the best martini in Subiaco).

Date: August 5 to 14 Venues involved (at the time of going to press): Blacklist Coffee Roasters (Coffee Tasting Experience and unique discount) Fenway Subiaco 1982 Food & Coffee Bark Bar (Unique Flavour Espresso Martini) The Village (Unique Flavour Espresso Martini) Subiaco Hotel Refuge Small Bar The Painted Teapot Subiartco Eli and Matt Patisserie Cherubino City Cellar Fee Fi Pho Fum Mimosa Café Melograno  To find out more, visit seesubiaco.com.au EDITION 4 | 2021

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SUBIACO’S PAST BROUGHT TO LIFE Visitors and locals alike may not realise that Subiaco has its very own museum – but it is well worth a visit. WORDS | Brooke Evans-Butler THE SUBIACO MUSEUM is a beautiful Federation-style building, located at the corner of Rokeby and Bagot roads and looked after by the City of Subiaco.

The museum houses many pieces of Subiaco’s history – but the building has quite a history of its own.

Originally built in 1911 for the local Board of Health, the building was later used as the No 2 substation for the Subiaco Electric Light Supply.

In 1923, the offices were converted into one of three sub-stations for power distribution. From the 1950s to the 1970s, the building was used as a community meeting place and for storage.

It was in 1975 that the Subiaco Historical Society converted the building into a museum – and Subiaco Museum was officially opened by Miss Chugg and Miss Daglish – the descendants of two of 40

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Subiaco’s pioneering families.

What to expect “We get a lot of passers-by who walk in for a look because they didn’t realise the museum was here,” Subiaco Mayor Penny Taylor said.

“It is popular with Subiaco locals or former residents and we get many people who come back multiple times because the displays are changed regularly.”

If you haven’t been to the museum before, you will find there is plenty to discover in this hidden gem.

There are over 12,000 items in the museum’s collection, with only a small amount on display at any one time – and the vast majority are items donated by Subiaco residents.

The Jualbup Gallery is dedicated to domestic and school life, which

features old prams, school desks and other collective items. Here you will also find a life-size leadlight door and house façade.

There is a display of early childhood toys, which is very popular with the students who come to the museum on school excursions.

The selection of old toys includes dolls, wooden toys and spinning tops, which are out on display and available for interaction with children.

There is also a gallery dedicated to community art, which changes ever four months, with photographs by local resident Denny Roberts currently on display.

A special part of the museum’s collection is the library of oral histories, with many long-term Subiaco residents recording their stories for the archive.

The majority of the oral histories at the museum were recorded in the 1990s and the friendly museum staff are able to do a search of these for visitors if, for example, they wanted to look into their family history. The museum is always trying to record new stories to build this collection.

As well as people looking into their family history, the museum staff also get various research requests – especially from Subiaco home owners wanting to find old photos and the history of their properties.

A visit to the museum does not begin and end in the Rokeby Road building; visitors are also encouraged to explore the area via walking tours of the City.

“The museum has brochures on all of the self-guided heritage walks around the area and we also have a

Donating to the museum A large number of the museum’s pieces are donations by local residents – and they are always looking to further add to their collection.

Old photos of the area, old toys, Wembley Ware ceramics, and items manufactured here are always on the wanted list, alongside unique local finds.

Volunteers wanted wonderful volunteer, Marion, who has been conducting free guided walking tours for almost 20 years,” Mayor Taylor said.

“Marion’s 20th anniversary tour will be conducted at the Regal Theatre on Sunday July 11 this year which is a huge milestone – we can’t thank her enough for her contribution to our community.”

Fast Facts Visit Subiaco Museum Address: 239 Rokeby Road, Subiaco (between the City’s Administration Centre and Subiaco Library) Opening hours: Tuesday to Friday (1pm to 4pm). Saturday (10am to 2pm) Cost: Free admission

The museum wouldn’t be what it is today without the help of its volunteers, and the City of Subiaco is always on the lookout for new recruits to help scan photographs, box and handle items, and meet and greet visitors.

“Our volunteers are invaluable to the museum and Subiaco wouldn’t be the same without them,” Mayor Taylor said.

Contact: For research enquiries and group bookings, email museum@subiaco.wa.gov.au or call 08 9237 9351 Visit: subiaco.wa.gov.au Other: The building has ramped access. There are no toilet facilities in the museum.

Note: Any displays mentioned were current at the time of print.

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Designed for

For nearly 30 years, Heather Levi Interiors have created amazing designs for beautiful living.

Pay a visit to Heather Levi Interiors’ Hay Street design studio, and you’ll be introduced to the vast array of upholstery, curtains and window dressings, cushions and fabrics which Heather and the team can access to beautify your home.

There are swatches of all shades and textures, cushions to bring pops of colour and design concepts which will inspire even the most designphobic client to take the plunge and engage Heather to transform lounges, bedrooms and whole houses, from Claremont to Balcatta.

Heather’s approach is customercentric and is focused on achieving distinctive designs that align with her clients' unique vision, and complementing the aesthetics of the existing living environment.

“We have a passion for design and love what we do,” says Heather.

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rooms or entire homes - and we scale to any budget to enhance the true value of your asset.”

Heather takes time to talk through with clients what they’re trying to achieve in their homes, what styles they like, any preferences for colours and product functionality, as well as

FANTASTIC FABRICS Above, Heather Levi on one of her beautiful sofas with a leopard print, and examples of homes the team have transformed.

important decorating elements to harmonise and enhance spaces, while remaining authentic to the inherent architecture of each building.

Part of what makes her approach unique is the huge range of beautiful products available too, says Heather.

“Brands like Designers Guild, Verosol, Christian Lacroix, Elitis, Firesun Silk Rugs, Osborne & Little, Ralph Lauren and Missoni to name just a few are available. We can also present bespoke cabinetry and furniture for clients, and have access to leading sofa and chair suppliers with an emphasis on Made in Australia,” she says.

Window treatments are a particular passion for Heather, and no matter what your budget is, she can create something truly unique and magical with the vast array of fabrics and drapes at her disposal.

“If you know that you don’t want

‘ordinary’, then come and talk to us about ‘amazing’.”

Heather Levi Interiors, 439 Hay Street, Subiaco. Open Monday to Friday, 10am to 5pm, consultations by appointment.

Visit heatherlevi.com.au

Explore Subiaco - and discover art in unexpected places YOU MAY HAVE noticed a stretch of Rokeby Road between Seddon Street and Roberts Road is looking more colourful at the moment, thanks to the talented folk from Subiartco Galleries.

For example, Dress Coast

by Gabriela Himstedt depicts our beautiful WA coastline, while Rainbow Moment by Narelle Manser-Smith reflects on the challengs of the past 12 months.

Designed by eight local creators, the new art displayed on the planter boxes ranges from oils to photography and mosaics.

Most of the original pieces from these reproductions are for sale in the Subiartco Gallery, so drop by and check out the originals in person.

Subi Art Co Galleries, 67 Sheen Street, Subiaco.

Visit subiartco.com.au

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Over the past 18 months, you may have spent time working from home - but that’s no reason for your workspace to be anything other than designed to inspire, says Gabi Mills.

THERE HAS NEVER been a better time to show your workspace some love - in some ways, we’ve got COVID-19 to thank for that.

According to Dulux’s Andrea Lucena-Orr, your study should be a space of calm and concentration.

“Most importantly it should be somewhere you actually enjoy spending time and this is where colour comes in; if your study is drab and lifeless, a lick of paint is the fastest, cheapest and most effective way to switch up the mood and make it a space you’ll love.”

Fortunately Dulux has done the hard work for you and thanks to stylist Julia Green, here are three looks for your study, using this season’s colour scheme think soothing, sun-baked neutrals, saturated, oceanic blues, all giving 44

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your study area a distinctive look.

“You don’t need a big budget or lots of time to add style to this space.

By focusing on colour, we were able to achieve these three looks very affordable in a day,” says Julia.

“If you don’t have room for a separate study and want to delineate a study nook within an open-plan room, choose tones for your nook that are different to, however harmonise with, the palette in the adjoining living/dining areas. You can then use folding screens to tuck your workspace away when it’s time to switch off,” says Andrea.

Be careful not to overfill the room – allow plenty of breathing space which can make a room feel calm.

“We used soft sheers on the window that let in filtered light and we added a statement artwork to

each look – this anchored the desk set-ups and gave the user something beautiful to look at. Touches of greenery help clean the air and provide that all-important connection to nature,” she says.

Mauve moves For the first look, Julia painted the walls a soft grey-mauve, Dulux Wash&Wear in Aura, combined with pink clay and punches of terracotta in artwork and accessories.

“There’s an eclectic feel to this palette, so we had fun mixing old and new – a graphic, contemporary artwork and a modern lamp sit alongside a traditional patterned rug and a rustic-style desk with trestle legs,” says Julia. “A scheme like this calls for natural textures so bring in touches of timber, leather and wool.”

Ocean inspiration When it came to the second scheme, Julia looked to the calming colours in the Retreat palette. She made a feature of the back wall by painting it a rich, oceanic blue, Dulux Wash&Wear in Five Fingers Peninsula.

“Bold colour contrasts generally energise a room, but there’s a lovely muddiness to this blue that makes it feel tranquil and relaxed. It’s a classic scheme that would work beautifully in a traditional or contemporary home,” she says.

Julia completed the look with a traditional writing bureau in dark timber, an inspiring artwork and a zebra-print rug.”

Tan fans For the final makeover, Julia layered earthy neutrals from the Nourish palette for a look that speaks of warmth and comfort in Morocco Tan on the walls, combined with tonal shades of tan and clay in the artwork, rug and furniture. Woven detailing in the rattan screen and desk chair add texture.

“Layering similar tones like we’ve done here creates a nurturing, comforting feel – you could imagine

happily working here for long stretches,” says Green. “Rich earthy neutrals are also easy to work with and integrate beautifully with the warm whites many of us already have in our homes, as well as the natural materials such as timber and leather.”

Getting organised

Julia’s study styling tips

• Consider mood: Choose colours to suit the mood you want to create – warm tones will create a cosy, nurturing feel (great for a teen study), while brighter hues are energising and inspiring – ideal for creative thinking.

• Personalise: Family photographs and mementos from your travels can add character to your study and make it feel more welcoming.

• Buy quality: A comfortable and supportive office chair and an adjustable desk lamp that allows you to see what you’re typing or writing are must-haves for a home office.

• Greenery: Add plants or fresh flowers to purify the air and provide a connection to nature.

Find Dulux products at Homebase, 55 Salvado Road, Subiaco.

Visit homebaseperth.com.au

For some, beauty in the home comes from implementing organisation over chaos. If you’d like to implement your own minor Marie Kondo-style revolution and make sure everything has its proper place in your home or office, Howard’s Storage World will have the box, shelf or storage solution for you. It’s a treasure trove of nifty mess-busting solutions from beautifully designed cutlery drawers to a shoe rack for all those sneakers and school shoes which somehow migrate around the house. There are suction racks to store shampoos and potions next to the shower and pantry accessories to inspire you to never lose another spice jar.

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LONGTIME SUBIACO RESIDENT Leanne Potter has worked her way into the Subiaco psyche in a variety of ways – being active at the Subiaco Primary School, her job as Principal of the Shenton College Deaf Education Centre and her stint on Subiaco Council.

She’s spotted regularly working out at the gym, meeting with a gaggle of locals at Brew Ha or enjoying a stroll through Theatre Gardens. We asked her what she loves about the suburb she and her husband and their two daughters have called home for over 30 years.

What’s your go-to place for a morning coffee? What do you order?

For the past two decades you could find me on my morning ritual, picking up a takeaway skinny cap at Brew Ha, but lately I have been breaking out and enjoying other fabulous offerings at Boucla and Cafe Cafe.

You’re meeting friends for dinner – where do you head to?

We are spoilt for choice in Subi but we love the new Cherubino City Cellar and the rooftop bar and restaurant, Storehouse, at Vibe hotel.

The newly revamped Subiaco Hotel is also fabulous. I do miss Murray Gill from Juantia’s, and remember Murray coming to argue his case at council as to why we should support his 46

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unique small bar at the “Paris end of Rokeby Road.”

Where will we find you on a Friday night?

Often at the Unicorn, our local bar.

What are some of the community events in Subiaco which you love?

The Subi community is like that of a country town and I love the Sunday concerts at the Theatre Gardens and Lake Jualbup. I love that the council provides interpreters so deaf people can be included.

If you had to nominate a favourite Subiaco icon what would it be?

There are so many Subi icons it is hard to nominate just one. The Regal Theatre springs to mind along with the beautiful St Joseph’s church and the historic Subiaco Footy gates.

I love to walk in the new Subiaco

Common as well as the old Rosalie Park and Lake Jualbup – all iconic in their own ways. Like many Subi residents I appreciate the bird life that strays over from Kings Park.

There’s nothing like listening to the birds in the Theatre Gardens to take the stress away.

And let’s not forget the great quality primary schools - Subiaco, Rosalie and Jolimont (and of course Shenton College, Perth Modern and Bob Hawke College for older kids).

Why is it important to preserve Subiaco’s history?

It is vital to honour and look after our federation and art deco heritage.

So few Perth suburbs have such important older buildings to protect, which highlight our history. I love our connection in New Norcia and have been to Subiaco in Italy – that’s history for you.

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