Imagine my excitement when I opened my Christmas gift from my sister to find a gift voucher for the Healesville Hotel and partners. Not only was it the perfect gift for me but it is also the perfect segue for me to highlight why you must pay a visit to the ‘partners’ of the Healesville … More K & B and Healesville Harvest
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
Question: What woman doesn’t want to earn a living while sitting back, drinking a cup of tea and reading her favourite magazine? Meet Teri, who decided that retirement was not for her and wanted to sell tea from a stall while reading her favourite gossip magazine. Little did she know that 25 years later Tea … More Tea Leaves
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
Have you noticed that if you don’t polish your silver it becomes tarnished and dull? Like a piece of silverware Coonara Springs had become a little tarnished, a little dull: The garden overgrown and the building tired and worn. It looked as though years of serving the locals had taken its toll and it was … More Coonara Springs
All Month Long: TarraWarra Museum Exhibition – TarraWarra Biennial 2016: Endless Circulation Dates of Exhibition 19 Aug – 6 November Click here for more details on TarraWarra Museum Weekly Happenings: Wednesday The Independent Gembrook $32 per head for a two course set menu Drinks are additional. Bookings: 03 5968 1110 Thursday The Farm Yarra Valley … More September Planner
Have you booked Father’s Day yet? Well, here are a few options from the Yarra Valley and Dandenonge Ranges. Don’t miss out and remember to book. Click on photos for Yarra Valley Life write up. Coonara Springs (New and a must try) $75 per person for 2 courses $95 per person for 3 courses … More Fathers Day
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
August Planner: Take a look at these dates and make sure you book ahead to avoid disappointment. 1st of Aug – 31st of Aug Yarra Valley Chocolaterie Hot Chocolate Festival $18 for Tasting Sessions 31 hot chocolate flavours over 31 days. http://www.yvic.com.au Friday 5th of Aug Herd One year Birthday Party! Starts 7.00pm $50 per … More August Planner
Steeped in history, Healesville has cemented itself as a must visit when wandering the Yarra Valley. It is evident that this sleepy town was once a hub for socialites and revellers. In the 1920’s the guesthouses were booked out and the flappers were out in force. The Cherry Tree has referenced this party era that … More Cherry Tree
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