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381 Montague Street, Albert Park, Melbourne VIC 3206
Monday - Friday 6:30 - 15:30, Saturday and Sunday 7:30 - 15:30
Tram route 12, Stop #132 at Kerferd Rd/Canterbury Rd

Halcyon Days

Happy and Peaceful

Halcyon Days, situated on a busy corner of Albert Anthony describes the décor as retro minimalist. The
Park, a short distance from the CBC, is joint-owner Antho- bright and colourful interior is a nod to the 1970s, with
ny Cozella’s first foray into the cafe industry. He opened arches, orange velour and terracotta tiles reminiscent of
Halcyon Days in 2022 with business partner Eugene Lavery, seventies household trends.
an industry veteran. A café needs excellent coffee. Halcyon Days has cho-
Some may see opening a new cafe in these chal- sen Industry’s Rose Street house blend for milk coffees
lenging times to be a brave move, but the pair believes with a rotating seasonal blend for espressos.
quality will stand the test of time no matter what the The menu is based on comfort food and boasts dish-
circumstances. And it is quality they have brought to es not found in many Melbourne cafes. Among the most
this trendy suburb. popular dishes is carrot cake toast — carrot marmalade on
Halcyon Days has been a hit with locals thanks large- house baked bread with cream cheese. Buckwheat pancakes
ly to the personal and friendly service. Anthony aims to topped with cream cheese and smoked salmon are another
learn his regular customers’ name by their third or fourth favourite. On occasion the traditional Sicilian eggplant dish
visit, lending a personal touch to their coffee run. Caponata can be found on the menu.

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