Sungkyunkwan Scandal!

official website
(more enjoyable if you see more than just 'o's' and '1's'!!)

Just wondering whether other KDS fan-friends are following this drama??? Personally can't wait for it to be available on DVD. So in meantime following (very closely I might add) re-caps on dramabeans.

But if you can't wait (like me), just wanted to share that you can read faster recaps by Snoopy's Twinkie. Also, can read more about the book translated by yogurutu.

In case you are wondering, I'm not a fan of DBSK, TVXQ or JYJ though I do enjoy listening to one or two of their sentimental/slower songs.

This seems to be one of the more interesting k-dramas currently being shown. And yes I know it can be watch on-line but super grumbles with my internet bandwidth speed which is suppose to be broadband but doesn't behave like one, making on-line viewing last like 10years hrs instead of one!!

Mart 130

107a Canterbury Rd, Middle Park

Below are some of the many reviews I've read about this place.
Terri @hungerhunger
melbournegastronome
itpleasesus
wenywonderswhy
mydeliciousblog
breakfastblog
theage

So you can imagine I had a lot of expectations of this place!!!

While we had no trouble getting to Middle Park (tks to P's natural gps), it took us a while to figure out where on earth was '107A'???? It finally dawn on us that it was the TRAM STOP! hahaha

So if you ever plan on visiting this place, look for a tram stop.

After all if you haven't guessed Mart = Tram (spelt backwards)!!

The tram line is operational so do look before you cross ya!


The place was cosy!



The seating area inside is a little small so if you prefer indoors, you might have to wait until a space frees up.


We prefer the back patio and even on a slightly cool morning, they have heaters out so it was just nice for us! :)

The 'coveted' premier corner!! As there's only one, you'll be lucky to get it - try calling to reserve it though they'll probably only grant it if you have 4 or more people.

The patio over looks the overlooks Carmelite tennis club and Albert Park, so you might get to watch an amateur game or two! :)


Since we planned to visit a few places that morning which means that our tummies will be stretched, we decided to share our food.


As usual, the drinks came first.



I insisted on the order of corn fritters as it came highly recommended by many food bloggers.
Unfortunately to me it was only so-so. The bacon was fabulous though so if I'd visited this place again, I'll probably skip this and just go for the full breakfast with the usual bacon, eggs, mushrooms, bake beans etc.

There's something about this cosy bright place which makes it very relaxing and comforting. Great place to unwind by having a nice leisurely slow breakfast, browsing the newspaper or chatting!! The other thing I like about this place is that its situated VERY NEAR St Kilda beach, about 5mins (at a brisk pace) or about 10mins (for slower casual walkers). So if you plan right, you could indulge over a relaxing brunch before 'working it off' gently browsing at the Esplanade Market St Kilda which opens every Sunday 10am - 5pm. Great way to spend a nice non-wet Sunday!! Or if you are adventurous enough, you could rent a bike or roller blades to explore the area.