If there is a season that I look forward to the most for fruit it would be summer and cherries are one of my favourites. Since becoming acquainted with Yarra Valley Cherries, the premium growers of the Yarra Valley region, I now eat my weight in this delectable fruit on a daily basis for the … More Yarra Valley Cherries
It is no secret that I have been on a writing hiatus. This past year has been a time of family and regrouping, a time to be Mum and rediscover my passion outside the emotional world of Social Media (more on that another day). When the invitation came to attend the Unearthed feast at Levantine Hill, … More Unearthed – Levantine Hill
I don’t know why gardens have such an emotional pull. Maybe it is the picture-perfection achieved by some, or the escape from reality for the garden enthusiast working on their patch of green. Or could it be the spiritual connection we all feel in some way when surrounded by nature in all of its intended … More Secret Gardens of the Dandenong Ranges
Sadly no longer in business. The most treasured feature of our house would have to be the view. In fact, I would go as far as saying that it is the reason we bought it. Each morning it is a pleasure to draw the blinds and watch the fog lift while the horses graze. If … More Amadeus Park Riding School
Are you time poor, love condiments and sauces and fructose intolerant or following the FODMAP diet? Read on. I have discovered award winning salsas, sauces and chutneys that will blow your taste-buds away. Best of all they are made right here in the Yarra Valley! Introducing Nogo Sauces: Made from locally sourced ingredients (where possible) … More Nogo Sauces
Melbourne’s coffee scene is so well established it is making an impact on the cafes opening their doors in the outer suburbs, where traditionally the funk, charisma and overall ‘city vibe’ is not important. Eessenza Yarra Valley has been leading the way in a new wave of stylish coffee houses popping up in Healesville over … More Essenza Yarra Valley
Sadly no longer open for business. See Tramonto for more on this property. Like something out of a dream the Bella Vedere restaurant stands tall, looking out over the vineyards of Badgers Brook Winery and the beauty of the Valley. There is a peace, a stillness where the aroma of the freshly baked bread beckons … More Bella Vedere
The first thing you will notice when stepping onto the property at Yering Station is the beauty, in fact it is intoxicating. Since beginning this exciting venture I have been highly impressed by the respect each establishment has shown to their surrounds – Yering Station is one such establishment. Before you enter the Barn (housing … More Yerring Station Farmers Market
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