Dear Yarra Valley Traveller, A couple of months back I found myself at Billy Goat Hill Brasserie and thought you might like to know that there is a corner café in the sleepy town of Mount Evelyn buzzing with locals. With accents of the area’s history adorning the walls and local produce on the shelves, … More Billy Goat Hill Brasserie – Postcard
You know that feeling when you walk past a place and think …’I really need to visit’ but never do? I first noticed Herd Bar and Grill a couple of years ago. My walk from the car park to the main strip took me past the distinctive panelled frontage and I found myself instinctively looking … More Herd Bar and Grill
Today marks a day of love for many in Australia as it is Valantine’s Day. Throughout the country couples are celebrating their love for one another, while others are chasing the idea of a new beginning. So on this day of bold moves and loving gestures it seems only right to introduce to you Immerse … More IMMERSE
When I heard that my last assignment with Yarra Ranges Tourism would be the Healesville Hotel I found myself awaiting my visit with anticipation and excitement. I had heard through social media that the historic hotel had landed itself with a hat from the Good Food Guide recently and looked forward to experiencing the acclaimed … More Healesville Hotel
Italy is at the top of my bucket list and is yet to be discovered by my pasta obsessed taste buds and view driven eyes. I long to experience the Italian way of life and journey along the Amalfi coast stopping in each town to appreciate their traditions and taste their wares. So to be … More Soumah
As soon as you walk into The Independent you are welcomed with a smile. It is clear to see that this is a well thought out and extremely well appointed restaurant, with the soaring ceiling, white painted brick, industrial accents that speak of the buildings previous life and raw wooden features. However, with any establishment … More The Independent Gembrook
Can I tell you a secret? Yarra Valley Life is a bit of a stalker!!! It’s true! You see it’s been a year almost to the day since I discovered the intriguing Levantine Hill Estate on social media. It’s been a year since I vowed to go and try their tasting menu – because … More Levantine Hill
Driving through Yarra Glen it is hard to miss the King of the town – The Yarra Glen Grand Hotel. Sitting high above the skyline this National Trust listed building catches the eye when scanning the main street. A sense of pride washes over you as you sigh with relief to see some of Melbourne’s … More Yarra Glen Grand Hotel
Discovering TarraWarra Estate is like discovering an oasis in the desert, you want to drink it all in as fast as you can. From the gate you feel a peace settle over you as you are thrown into a property that mixes the beauty found in both nature and art perfectly. Melbourne’s autumn is … More TarraWarra Estate
Can I share a little secret with you? Often there is no plan when it comes to Yarra Valley Life blog days. I simply drop my son off at kinder and drive in the general direction of the Yarra Valley. Medhurst Wineries was discovered in such a way. I was curious to find out … More Medhurst Wines
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