The Weekly Review

The Soho end of Flinders Lane has a new lease of life. It already had ample energy with all the chic galleries and shiny dining at the likes of Coda and Cumulus. But now another eatery beginning with C has rekindled the Flinders Lane flame.

This gentrified corner pub, once the notorious ETs, is flanked by a Brutalist tower and a building site. But South Yarra’s smart set recognises one of its own when it sees it and has happily ignored the dodgy neighbours to mob the place since its debut.

Kew residents are fortunate to have this classy recent addition to their neighbourhood.

I can’t believe I forgot about the fried cheese. On my debut visit to smokin’ San Telmo in Meyers Place, the provoleta was the standout sensation of the night.

The couple to our left has ordered matching French Champagne, mineral water and steak dishes, while the trio of women on our right is enjoying rather large, prettily decorated desserts.