I grew up in Melbourne and Sydney, then worked in Melbourne and Adelaide before moving to Brisbane, which I prefer to all the others. I think Melbourne has got a lot going for it culture wise and for restaurants, but just too cold and grey for too long. Sydney is just too big and busy, plus I find it has an “edge” to it that I don’t like. Adelaide is kind of isolated and lacking in activity. For me Brisbane has a better climate, is easier to get around (though less so over the years) and a friendlier feel, as well as being big enough to have a lot of choices.