Continuing from
this post ....
I didn't get to
Metropolis bookstore on my last trip, so I made sure it was on top of the list this time.
I love the decor, it reminds me a lot of
Ariel Books in Sydney ....
.... and such the great location on the 3rd floor of
Curtin House, I could literally browse for hours ....
(that's my friend purchasing her books)
.... I bought this Tracey Emin book, which should be a good read.
The entry to Curtin House ....
.... and the stairs up to
Metropolis, Curtin House is such a wonderful building with such a great history .....
I loved exploring the building ....
..... and climbing the stairs to the rooftop, a little chilly this time of year but well worth it for the view ... there were a brave few enjoying the
outdoor bar and in summer it hosts markets, live music and a
rooftop cinema.
It felt very New York ....
..... I really need to get back in the summer !!!
We also did a bit of browsing through a few other stores in the city, mostly window shopping, unfortunately I didn't make it to
Captains of Industry this trip or
Comeback Kid There really just weren't enough hours in the day.
We did return to Curtin House that evening for a meal and a drink at
Cookie, great atmosphere, super adorable waiter and the best Thai food I have had in a long time, my favorite was the Thai sausage with ginger and cucumber, soooo yummy !!!
Then we braved the cold and strolled back to the hotel with a warming drink stop at
Seamstress .....
.... lots of stairs, but I braved my veritgo and was glad I did (although I don't know how people manage the climb down after a few too many drinks !!!
So after a wonderful Melbourne day and night I hit the pillow one tired but very happy girl !!!
