Melbourne’s cosmopolitan population has left an indelible mark on the city. But nowhere is this influence more prominent than in the vibrant cultural precincts that have established themselves in the city.

From Chinatown on Little Bourke Street to Lygon Street's Italian precinct in Carlton and the Greek precinct on Lonsdale Street, there is plenty in the city to provide a culinary adventure for your tastebuds.

Our Cultural Quarters section of the blog has extracts from Stories from the Heart of Melbourne, a book commissioned by the City of Melbourne and written by authors Dr Arnold Zable and Dr Sophie Couchman between 2008 and 2012.

You can also check out the video created for this project.