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Nestled in the hills above the panorama of Port Phillip Bay sits Blue Range Estate. The vineyard was planted in 1985 by Francesco De Cicco and is now run by his daughter Josephine, her husband Cosi and their 4 children. Enjoy a glass of wine, devour in the Italian inspired menu or stay the night. Immerse yourself in the Blue Range experience.
Blue Range Estate
Coffee at The Eagle Cafe
The Eagle Café offers plenty of dining options with picture perfect views from almost every table, either inside or out on the expansive deck and the Base Kiosk provides a great spot for a quick snack or coffee to go.
A life long love affair with French eating has seen owner Stephane travel from his home in France to work in the UK, before making his way to Melbourne and renowned bistro France-Soir in South Yarra. An opportunity with Willow Creek Vineyard brought Stephane and his family to the Mornington Peninsula, where he has been entrenched in the food and wine scene ever since.
“I’ve always wanted to bring this style of French eating to my own family and friends in Australia… so I have created an environment where people feel relaxed, where customers can come for an easy night out with the family or settle in for the full French eating and drinking experience”, says Stephane.
The mantra of Le Bouchon: creating simple and honest food by using the finest, locally sourced produce.
Le Bouchon
Squire’s Loft Mornington
Squires Loft have proudly been serving steaks for nearly 30 years, since 1993.
Our philosophy is great food and friendly staff.
The corner stone of our success is our unique flavours, from our baste, to our sauces and custom built grills allowing for a unique cooking process that creates an incredible taste profile.
Most importantly we provide the finest quality of Australian beef. This is primarily sourced from the lush green pastures of Gippsland, northern New South Wales and Queensland, renowned for producing premium beef, excelling in taste and tenderness.
With 14 steakhouse restaurants in Australia and a dedication to providing flavours to the highest standards, we are unrivalled as
‘The Steak Specialists’.
The Red Hill Baker at Balnarring is renowned for its expansive range of in-house made and authentic artisan bread, delicious gourmet pies and cakes. Chef prepared take home meals also await and include lasagne, quiches, family pies, bolognaise and weekly specials. In the fridges you will find a range of local gourmet cheeses and antipasto platter essentials. You can experience The Red Hill Baker in the comfort of your home, with local home delivery available.
The Red Hill Baker bread is made using traditional methods, where less is more and time is everything. We use minimal ingredients including fresh yeast, superfine salt, Laucke unbleached and stoneground flours, olive oil and h20. Our doughs are fermented for up to 24 hours and are all baked on stone hearth. Our pastries are trans-fat free and as a family-run business, are all made with extra love and care.
The Red Hill Baker
The Pig & Whistle Tavern
Traditional British pub with a beer garden offering bistro meals, live music & brew-themed decor
Located on the beautiful Mornington Peninsula, Heronswood is the home of The Diggers Foundation.
Showcasing the best flowers and plants for Australian conditions, the garden changes throughout the year and peaks in summer with wonderful planting combinations of summer perennials and heirloom vegetables.
Visit Heronswood for garden inspiration year round and shop for the best range of heirloom seeds, plants and more in our garden shop.
Heronswood
Hickinbotham of Dromana
Hickinbotham of Dromana was established in 1988 by Andrew and Terryn Hickinbotham. They set up on Manna Gum woodland overlooking the Dromana plains and the blue waters of Martha Bay. Andrew represents the 3rd, & Cal (behind the bar) and Jake the 4th generation (and now current brewer) of the family famous for winemaking and wine education in Australia.
Hickinbotham of Dromana was established in 1988 by Andrew and Terryn Hickinbotham. They set up on Manna Gum woodland overlooking the Dromana plains and the blue waters of Martha Bay. Andrew represents the 3rd, and Jake the 4th generation (and now current brewer) of the family famous for winemaking and wine education in Australia.
Whether at the restaurant, bar, café, grocer or cellar, enjoy coastal, Mediterranean flavours from some of the region’s best farmers, producers and wineries with uninterrupted views on the marina turquoise waters.
Martha’s Table
Merricks Store is country at its best on the Mornington Peninsula. Between rolling hills & beautiful coastline, enjoy fine wine, food, homewares, lifestyle treasures & house-made produce at this much loved general store inspired by the rustic charm of farm life.
Merricks General Store
Mornington Peninsula Chocolaterie
Creating the most popular sweet destinations in Victoria has been the vision of husband and wife team, Ian & Leanne Neeland. Together they’ve built and created Chocolaterie’s in the Yarra Valley, Great Ocean Road and now, the Mornington Peninsula.
They lead a talented team of European Chocolatiers and Pastry Chefs, together with passionate local staff to create sweet wonderlands the whole family can enjoy.
At the decadent petite Chocolaterie in Flinders, visitors can indulge in Ian & Leanne’s love of chocolate and passion for creating memorable experiences. Watch Chocolatiers at work, discover thousands of handcrafted chocolates from signature truffles to traditional favourites, indulge in artisan gelato or delight in our hot chocolates, barista coffee, best-ever brownies and Belgian waffles as you explore the tranquil village of Flinders. You can join one of the daily tasting sessions or hands on chocolate making classes for all ages.
The care taken to create the Chocolaterie’s collection of over 300 chocolates extends to where and how chocolate is sourced – every step of the process and everyone involved. That’s why the Chocolateries are proudly part of the Cocoa Horizons program that supports farmers and their communities, ensuring their cocoa is sustainably sourced. Ian and Leanne believe sustainable practices create better lives and better chocolate – ensuring we can enjoy chocolate forever.
Mornington Peninsula Chocolaterie
Creating the most popular sweet destinations in Victoria has been the vision of husband and wife team, Ian & Leanne Neeland. Together they’ve built and created Chocolaterie’s in the Yarra Valley, Great Ocean Road and now, the Mornington Peninsula.
They lead a talented team of European Chocolatiers and Pastry Chefs, together with passionate local staff to create sweet wonderlands the whole family can enjoy.
At the decadent petite Chocolaterie in Flinders, visitors can indulge in Ian & Leanne’s love of chocolate and passion for creating memorable experiences. Watch Chocolatiers at work, discover thousands of handcrafted chocolates from signature truffles to traditional favourites, indulge in artisan gelato or delight in our hot chocolates, barista coffee, best-ever brownies and Belgian waffles as you explore the tranquil village of Flinders. You can join one of the daily tasting sessions or hands on chocolate making classes for all ages.
The care taken to create the Chocolaterie’s collection of over 300 chocolates extends to where and how chocolate is sourced – every step of the process and everyone involved. That’s why the Chocolateries are proudly part of the Cocoa Horizons program that supports farmers and their communities, ensuring their cocoa is sustainably sourced. Ian and Leanne believe sustainable practices create better lives and better chocolate – ensuring we can enjoy chocolate forever.
Portsea Hotel
Portsea Hotel located on the Port Phillip Bay coastline is the most picturesque hotel on the Mornington Peninsula.
Sunny Ridge are the berry experts. With a long and proud heritage in berry growing we serve a wide range of retail and food service businesses with high quality berries.
Operating from three major farming sites on the Mornington Peninsula and Yarra Valley in Victoria, and the Sunshine Coast in Queensland, our skilled team have the experience to deliver quality berries in a range of pack formats to meet customer’s needs.
Sunny Ridge
Chatty Café - Rosebud Library
We believe having a chat can brighten your day
The Chatty Cafe Scheme aims to get people chatting to build and encourage social connections within the local community, and to help reduce social isolation and loneliness.
Join us on Wednesdays from 10am to 12pm at Rosebud Library for a cuppa, sweet treat and a chat!
Everyone is welcome.
No bookings required.
The Continental has been the most famous landmark of Victoria’s sought-after seaside town of Sorrento since 1875. Retaining the beloved heritage character, the icon has been reimagined as a lifestyle precinct that brings a piece of luxury to everyone with a highly curated collection of experiences.
The Continental
The Rocks Mornington
A seaside restaurant & cocktail bar located at Mornington’s peak on the Mornington Peninsula.
Wine bars and Breweries
A plethora of peninsula wineries, breweries, distillers and cider lounges
‘In wine there is wisdom, in beer there is freedom and in water there is bacteria.’ Benjamin Franklin.
Where else can you sip and sample fresh juices, fabulous wines, artisan spirits and handcrafted beers and ciders? Come and discover your new favourites, then have some fun matching local tipples with local produce. A beer and handmade sausages? Goats cheese and sparkling wine? Let loose your inner chef and sommelier! Wine makers, brewers, cider makers and distillers operate more than 50 cellar doors across the region; from the rustic to the grand landmarks. The gentle maritime climate creates perfect vineyard conditions for Pinot Noir and Chardonnay
It’s no secret that the Paringa Estate vineyard, in the cool climate sub-region of Red Hill, is a very special site, with a unique microclimate.
North facing, on ten acres of rich, red, un-irrigated volcanic soil, it’s at an elevation of 140 meters. It curls around the slope like an amphitheater, sheltered and warm, protected from south and southwesterly winds.
Paringa Estate
Vineyards of the Mornington Peninsula
Wine just doesn’t get any better than this
Explore Mornington Peninsula wine at cellar doors and restaurants.
Mornington Peninsula wineries are some of the most celebrated in Australia. The region has gained a strong reputation for the cool climate wines of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir, all with a true sense of place. A number of cellar doors also have restaurants to make for a superb wine and dining experience.