BEST BREAKFAST

From classic Australiana (steak sandwiches) and morning pick-me-ups (fried-chicken pancakes, anyone?) to some of the city’s favourite doughnuts, the brunch menu at the original Mary Street Bakery (marystreetbakery.com.au) in Highgate is part of the weekend ritual for many people. Need to find good coffee in the city? Hit Telegram Coffee (telegram coffee.com.au) in the State Buildings. Want to maximise your time on the coast? Go to Cottesloe Beach for a morning swim then to beachside canteen Il Lido (illido.com.au; see page 170) for an Italian-inspired breakfast. Prosecco optional.