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Carnation Canteen

Our Review

Carnation Canteen chef Audrey Shaw and Gerald’s Bar co-owner Gerald Diffey out the front of the 386 Rathdowne Street premises.

‘Incredibly flattered and slightly terrified’: Who’s taking over the original Gerald’s Bar?

The beloved Carlton North wine bar is on the move and its owners have offered their old Rathdowne Street digs to the team behind one of Fitzroy’s hottest venues.

  • Tomas Telegramma

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