Frenchman Franck Verschaeve, Head Chef at CH James is classically trained from a fine dining background, and has brought his skills and verve to the cafe scene. Franck has been receiving a stream of acclaim for his dishes that bring technique and verve - with fine dining techniques applied to cafe dishes. Everything at CH James is made from scratch, with Franck having control over the whole kitchen process, including making his own jams, sauces and relishes.

CH James in Fairfield is a unique space where locals are imbibing the relaxed ambience. On a Sunday the relaxed atmosphere is evident with groups catching up for a chat, people reading the newspaper, some on their devices, and many also enjoying the courtyard space. The World Loves Melbourne joined with top Melbourne bloggers Brunch Addict and The Plus Ones on a Sunday morning for a delectable brunch.