Sophie Catherine is a Melbourne based jewellery brand specialising in sterling silver, semi precious stones, and costume jewellery from all over the world.
Sophie Catherine adds to The Block’s jewellery offering making it truely your destination of choice in Melbourne for all things bling! The latest addition to The Block Arcade, believes that jewellery should make you feel beautiful, and they are always striving to have a unique collection that has something perfect for every individual.
It all began in the markets of Provence. With nothing but an alembic, a small truck and a solid knowledge of plants, a 23-year-old named Olivier Baussan began distilling rosemary essential oil to sell locally. He expanded his production from oils to soaps to creams, taking inspiration from the land he grew up on to bring natural beauty to homes across the world.
Australia’s first L’OCCITANE flagship boutique has arrived at The Block Arcade, Melbourne. It is an immersive destination like no other. Through endless discoveries in the spirit of Provence from their high-quality skincare, fragrance to body care, L’Occitane at the Block will allow you to escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.
The flagship store is also home to L’Occitane Spa – call the store or visit their website at:
Phone:9663 0709
Website:https://au.loccitane.com
Located at the heart of The Block Arcade, Le Petit Chateau serves authentic, traditional crêpes, prepared and cooked right in front of you, daily.
Escape Melbourne for a bit. At Le Petit Chateau, you’ll be transported to a little corner of France.
Here you’ll find Les Galettes made with simple delicious ingredients, efficiently cooked on professional French crêpe hotplates. La Chêvre miel, Raclette, Campagnarde… all authentic and delicious.
If you have a sweet tooth, then the “Sucrée” options are for you. The Tatin, the diabolique (Nutella heaven!)… need we say more.
See you at Le Petit Chateau.
Developed in 2008 by French-trained botanical perfumer and Essensorie founder Nicole Thomas, this exclusive range of aromatic products celebrates the artistry of natural perfumery and the majesty of nature herself. Each of their pure plant essence fragrances contains a complex alchemy of scent masterfully formulated with a base, heart and top note to captivate the senses with complexity and intrigue.
A new comer to the Block Arcade, we invite you to indulge in Essensorie’s masterful fusion of art and organics.
FIND US
Shop 3, The Block Arcade
Boutique Opening Hours
Monday – Thursday – 10am-5:30pm
Friday 10am-6pm
Saturday – Sunday 10am-5pm
With a legacy of nearly 40 years, Keshett is known for its exquisite jewellery. With a passion for Art Deco and Vintage jewellery, the owners Eugene and Paula Keshett travel across the world sourcing jewellery of distinction, difference and great design.
They started with a small retail store at Little Collins St, later expanding their signature jewellery line at the iconic Block Arcade. At Keshett, the emphasis is on the rarest and most remarkable jewellery collections from the stylistic celebrated Art Deco, Edwardian, Art Nouveau and Victorian periods.
Keshett also caters for ‘men-of-style’, offering a selection of cufflinks and wedding bands chosen for their fabulous individual designs. If you are looking to make one of the important purchases in your life, Keshett prides itself in their offering of masterfully and beautifully designed engagement rings and wedding bands, to lovingly mark your special occasion.
The Boutique Manager – Wahida Ghani is a renowned expert with more than 20 years of experience in high-end and vintage jewellery and has worked with world renowned jewellery companies.
Vision
Jewellery has to be a wearable collectable, transcending generations.
Apart from Art Deco and Vintage, Keshett also specialises in:
Antique jewellery restorations and repairs
Exclusive vintage jewellery from Tiffany, Cartier and Bulgari
All type of Coloured stones
Argyle diamonds
South Sea pearls
Jewellery valuation
Wedding bands and Engagement ring
Boutique Opening Hours
Monday – Thursday – 10am-5:30pm
Friday 10am-6pm
Saturday 10am-5pm
Sunday – 11am-4pm
We are Australia oldest family owned chocolate maker, making fine chocolates from the cocoa bean since 1915.
Our flagship store in Melbourne is located at the fashion end of Collins Street, in The Block Arcade. This historic Victorian building is undoubtedly the most beautiful shopping arcade in Australia, with its magnificent architecture, majestic decorative arches and grand display window; just perfect for artistic and tempting chocolate displays.
So after a day of shopping, why come in. Our team will be pleased to assist you and offer a taste or two.
Opening Times
Monday – Thursday 8:30 am – 6:00 pm
Friday 8:30 am – 7:00 pm
Saturday 9:00am – 5:00 pm
Sunday 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
e. block@haighs.com.au
Bell & Ross is a luxury French watch company headed by the French and Swiss designer Bruno Belamich and businessman Carlos A. Rosillo.
The brand was launched in 1992. The first watches were designed by Belamich and Rosillo and made by a German watchmaker Sinn.
Bell & Ross’s first watches were virtual re-issues of Sinn models and carried the Bell & Ross logo as well as Sinn’s. The partnership ended in 2002, when Bell & Ross began its own independent production in its facilities La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland.
Trading Hours:
Monday – Thursday: 10am – 5.30pm
Friday: 10am – 6pm
Saturday: 10am – 5pm
Sunday: 10am – 5pm
Trevor Victor Harvey Gallery is the Southern Hemisphere agent for the “Art of Seuss”. Do visit the Gallery
Trading Hours
Monday – Thursday 10:00 am – 6:00 pm
Friday 10:00 am – 7:00 pm
Saturday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Sunday 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
The Charles Dickens Tavern is a traditional British pub serving great food, a wide selection of beer and live sport seven days a week.
Located downstairs at the Block Arcade the Dickens is full of old-school charm and is the perfect place to stop for a drink or meal when exploring Melbourne.
The menu combines classic British dishes with Australian pub favourites. There’s a wide selection of local and imported beer, including traditional British ales, plus a great wine list showcasing some of Australia’s best wine regions.
Sports from around the world, including English Premier League matches, are shown live and loud on big screens every week.
Functions are catered for and there are regular drinks specials, including a ‘crafternoon’ every Saturday, where you can get 30% off all Australian craft beer.
Get in touch to make a booking or ask about an upcoming event.
info@thecharlesdickenstavern.com.au
Opening hours
Sunday – Thursday
11am – Midnight
Friday – Saturday
11am – Late
Note: Closing time will vary to accommodate live sport telecasts.
At Gewürzhaus, we make small-batch artisan spice blends using herbs, spices, sugars and salts sourced from around the world. We offer more than 350 single-origin spices and unique blends, including Native Pepperberry from Tasmania, Panela Sugar from Columbia, Black Lava Salt from Cyprus, Lavender Flower from France, Lemon Peel from Ghana, Cassia Bark from Sumatra and Grains of Paradise from Morocco. Our mission is simple: to provide a wide range of high-quality ingredients to inspire you to create new recipes and traditions to cherish for generations to come.