Anyway, for those that don't know - I have been assisting Annie & Peter O'Brien in the launch of their new & exciting JACKSON Café, Gallery & Event space in North Carlton... Consisting of 5 key elements:
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CAFE
Serving Segafredo Zanetti Tik Tak coffee which has a rich aroma, and full bodied, smooth taste. Plus, T2 Loose Leaf Specialty Teas.
The menu features mouth watering breakfast staples such as sweet & savory muffins; the 'Chef's Breakfast' - free range organic eggs (poached), Sourdough or Spelt toast, organic middle rasher bacon or butcher made spicy pork & red wine continental sausage (mild or hot), cherry tomatoes, caramelised onion, & wilted spinach; through to scrumptious cakes & slices - which are prepared from scratch, and do not use any artificial ingredients or flavoring!
Run out of time? Need a quick, healthy meal for the family or just yourself? Come in and buy one of their Gourmet Ready Meals - Mediterranean inspired vegetarian take-away. Using only the freshest ingredients, and supporting local suppliers.
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Jackson Café & Gallery seek out and display unique artworks from up and coming and established artists. A variety of mediums are welcomed - from paintings, sculptures, through to industrial design...
Serving Segafredo Zanetti Tik Tak coffee which has a rich aroma, and full bodied, smooth taste. Plus, T2 Loose Leaf Specialty Teas.
The menu features mouth watering breakfast staples such as sweet & savory muffins; the 'Chef's Breakfast' - free range organic eggs (poached), Sourdough or Spelt toast, organic middle rasher bacon or butcher made spicy pork & red wine continental sausage (mild or hot), cherry tomatoes, caramelised onion, & wilted spinach; through to scrumptious cakes & slices - which are prepared from scratch, and do not use any artificial ingredients or flavoring!
Run out of time? Need a quick, healthy meal for the family or just yourself? Come in and buy one of their Gourmet Ready Meals - Mediterranean inspired vegetarian take-away. Using only the freshest ingredients, and supporting local suppliers.
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Jackson Café & Gallery seek out and display unique artworks from up and coming and established artists. A variety of mediums are welcomed - from paintings, sculptures, through to industrial design...
Wall space consists of the
café - featuring large unobscured front windows facing onto vibrant Rathdowne
Street – providing 24hr exposure, flowing through to the high ceiling, and
glorious open fire of the private dining room. Upstairs is the dedicated
gallery space with 3 main rooms, plus vestibule. For the warmer months, the fully enclosed rear
courtyard with its ‘evergreen’ grass & climbing jasmine is a perfect place
for open-air films & ‘moving’ media - and of course the entire facility is
available for event hire – thus, further exposure of artists works
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Jackson Café & Gallery can arrange a special, intimate function in their
gallery space, café or courtyard.
From breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea meetings to intimate family gatherings, birthday, engagements and small wedding functions.
From breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea meetings to intimate family gatherings, birthday, engagements and small wedding functions.
Jackson Café & Gallery offers exclusive use for functions and weddings (conditions applicable)
Dinner functions: Thursdays, Fridays and Saturday nights available
Standing cocktail party: up to 100 people
Sitting: please contact Peter or Annie to discuss your requirements
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The Jackson boardroom is bright & engaging. Equipped with a data projector, and access to excellent AV hire rates. It comfortably seats 10 – 15 people and can be serviced with tasty snacks and freshly brewed coffee and tea from their café.
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Jackson Gallery Shop offers a unique range of gifts including Red Phoenix Emporium jewellery, accessories and homewares.
Needless to say, life has been a blur of ideas & creativity. Honestly enjoying every moment of the process so far, with lots of learnings along the way.
Drop past for coffee anytime to see the results thus far! It's certainly been a family affair...
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** Thanks to JJO'Brien for your awesome photos