In reflecting on the events of the past weeks, I am reminded of everyday health practices that I used growing up in a large family. We lived a modest life, living within our means. Both my parents were born during WW2, and my grandparents were born soon after WW1 and lived through the Depression. We ate…
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Foraging for edible mushrooms is gaining popularity in Australia. With their earthy fragrances of wet forest, mushrooms truly capture the essence of the cooler months. However, those who fancy collecting a few mushies for dinner should take heed. Dangerously poisonous species lurk among the edibles that could land you in hospital or even in the…
Working from home has its advantages, but also presents us with lots of challenges. One of these challenges can be displaying your home space to the world while engaging in zoom meetings. So, hide the clutter and raise the bar with your virtual meetings, with a beautiful background image from our region. Scroll down to…
Businesses that have staff and have relied on a steady flow through their door, which has now dwindled into a shadow of its former self. Great news though, you can still support many of these places that you love. You may not be able to visit but can give them a big virtual online hug…
Nothing should stop a local raffle from raising money for a needy community cause. Farmers Arms Hotel, in Daylesford, has taken their popular Friday night raffle live. Purchase your tickets in advance, and on Friday night watch as the excitement unfolds via their Facebook page. Our much-loved Bistro Terroir draws many visitors to our region.…
Positive Psychology researcher Todd Kashdan, PhD, teaches that we can consciously decide to be curious. That focus lessens our sense of anxiety, and Carol Dweck calls this curious mindset a ‘growth mindset’ – a state of mind that allows us to see new possibilities. In times like these with the uncertainty surrounding COVID-19 and the…
Around 6000 years ago, the Egyptians discovered how to make bread rise using natural fermentation. Ever since, bakers have kept a brew of fermenting flour and water called a leaven, or baker’s ‘wort’. Around two decades ago, RedBeard created wort from wild yeast and lactose bacteria harvested from potato skins, which is a traditional Scottish…
Our region’s rich, brown soil is ideal for growing potatoes; in fact, families have been growing them here since the gold rush days. Dotted around the region, you can see spud huts, the historic movable home used by potato diggers for many decades, and early in the year, bright green fields of potatoes colour the…
Spice up your summer with a picture-worthy picnic matched to your personality. Use this guide to create the perfect country picnic just a hop, skip and jump from Melbourne. The Lavender Lovers’ Picnic Lavandula Swiss Italian Farm, Shepherds Flat Picnic among acres of sprawling gardens, fields of lavender and shady trees. Check out the 1850’s stone…
Summertime is almost here, and that means the best of the food truck scene will heat up in the Daylesford and Macedon Ranges region. The scene has never been more vibrant, boasting a diverse range to satisfy all different tastes and offerings, popping up at markets, community, corporate and private events. It is so exciting…
Summer dining is made even more delicious by the destination. The Daylesford and Macedon Ranges region invites you out of the baking-hot city streets this summer, to experience some of the most breathtaking food experiences in Victoria. Let’s face it, food always tastes better with a view, and we’ve created a list of some of…
Australia’s restaurant elite have been recognised at the Good Food Guide 2020 Awards in Brisbane. The 2020 Good Food Awards have been announced! It is a fabulous achievement to be awarded a hat, and we’re thrilled to have three restaurants to experience in our region. Lake House Daylesford has continued their tradition of excellence and…
There is something very earthy and natural about the Macedon Ranges; it’s kind of untouched, yet so accessible. It’s possibly one of Melbourne’s best-kept secrets, and in a way, this bleeds through to the artisan ways of the winemakers of the region. A road less travelled, yet there are still 40 wineries with over 18…
Move over winery tours, gin distillery hopping is the latest trend to hit Daylesford and the Macedon Ranges with craft distillers making waves across the globe with their award-winning gins. Whether you’re looking to sip an aromatic gin on the rocks or linger with a gin-inspired cocktail, here’s a guide to some of the best…
The winners of the 2019 delicious. Harvey Norman Produce Awards, the country’s most prestigious food industry event, were announced overnight at a gala ceremony at the State Theatre in Sydney. Some of Australia’s most renowned chefs and food industry leaders joined the delicious. team and finalists at the annual awards ceremony. Now in its 14th…
Don your winter woollies: it’s road trip time, hibernators. When the cold winds start to whistle, the time is right to don your winter woolies and venture out of town. Just an hour from Melbourne, by car or train, lie the beautiful Macedon Ranges, writes Danielle Norton. Learn Animus Distillery in Kyneton creates premium hand…
The explosion in popularity of craft beers over the last few years has been phenomenal, and has come about as we search for an alternative to the generic, mainstream, multi-national offerings that were usually on offer. Holgate Brewhouse in the Macedon Ranges Shire has been a trail-blazer in the craft beer industry for almost 20 years now. Paul and…
Written by: Ellie Schneider, The Weekender Image: @jookelly_photographer Renowned for its sophisticated, farm-to-table fare, Daylesford is a gourmand’s delight. Perfect for a weekend getaway, there’s stunning accommodation, fresh country air and natural spring waters. Don’t forget to book ahead if you want to eat at any of these 6 incredible spots. Sault (above) Set in a beautiful…
Imagine a landscape filled with lush, green hills. A shaggy, white Maremma sheepdog dozes in the sunshine, surrounded by a few hundred fluffy, brown hens. Nearby sits their house, offering shade, shelter and a safe place to lay eggs. In the Daylesford Macedon region we’re lucky that we don’t have to dream up such idyllic…