Watermelon, Basil and Balsamic Canapes

During my Pinterest surfing I came across a photo for these darling little canapes and just had to make my own version!

It’s simply a matter of chopping watermelon into cubes, hollowing out a hole with a melon baller at the top, sitting it on a basil leaf and filling the concavity with some a balsamic vinegar reduction. It was delicious – the watermelon that I bought was not very sweet so the balsamic really helped it along.

Simple and pretty – my favourite kind of recipe.

Hobba Coffee + Kitchen

Headed down the road to Hobba Coffee + Kitchen on a cold and rainy Melbourne day to a cold and uninsulated converted warehouse. Yes, there were heaters – but it wasn’t warm. So if you think of heading there in winter wrap up well!

I actually really enjoyed my meal there – I had a fig and goats’ cheese salad that was very tasty and rustic. Love the wooden board it was served on – wanted to bring it home with me. Shame I didn’t bring a bag large enough to sneak it out. Yes, I am just kidding.

My friends reported that their meals were equally satisfying.

Coffee was average – a tad too much foam for my liking for a latte but I was so cold any warm drink was welcome. Definitely worth checking out. Nice vibe – warehouse chic with patrons of the Chapel Street variety. Just wish it was warmer.