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
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
This food hub is a local favourite. Its hipster vibe is attributed to its original identity as a community space that serves quality food and coffee. Original art, created within the art studio adorns the walls with many pieces coming to life on site. This café has so much heart and soul and so much … More Now and Not Yet Cafe
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
As with an eagle’s nest, this log cabin is nestled high above the trees at an elevation of 600 meters. It truly is a journey climbing the steep winding driveway to locate the quaint, intimate retreat. While exploring the property it will quickly become apparent that one night is not enough to truly enjoy the … More Eagles Nest Luxury Mountain Retreat.
When Bella Vedere closed their doors there was an almost audible gasp from the Yarra Valley locals. The most upsetting part was that the two story building rising from the vineyards of Badger’s Brook would stand empty. A venue with so much potential, so much promise and character would remain locked up and unused. Enter … More Tramonto Kitchen and Bar
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
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
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
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