Diets rich in diverse foods promote better body health while supporting an eco-friendly environment.
Take a Yarra Valley Gourmet Tour to discover this region filled with world-class wine, fresh local produce and gourmet products to satisfy any palette. You are sure to find something suitable.
Farm-to-table restaurants
Yarra Valley is famed for its premium cool climate wines, yet also offers an unparalleled dining scene that rivals any in the world. From rustic farmhouse cafes to Michelin star restaurant rated establishments – from all kinds of cuisine imaginable, Yarra Valley provides unforgettable epicurean pleasures within just an hour of Melbourne.
The region’s fertile soil and mild climate provide ideal conditions for cultivating fresh produce. Local farmers supply their harvest to cafes, restaurants and farm gates across Yarra Valley – from cafes and restaurants to farm gates – where locals can taste an assortment of fruit, vegetables and dairy products at these establishments; everything from fresh cheese to finely smoked ham can be found. Many restaurants use seasonal ingredients and local flavors to craft unforgettable dishes that showcase this special place.
At Yarra Valley Vineyards, visitors can take a guided tour to learn more about its wine-making process and cellar doors to sample different wines. Many wineries also have restaurants where visitors can dine while taking in the stunning scenery; many also provide wine pairing options so they can fully experience what the region has to offer!
Heartswood, an elegant brunch spot serving Son In Law Eggs featuring fried pork belly, chilli caramel, hot mint salad with roti and more is among Yarra Valley’s premier restaurants that pride themselves on using locally produced ingredients in their cuisine. Other notable eateries in Yarra Valley include Hutch & Co, which specializes in organically produced ingredients like Hutch & Co does.
Visit Healesville for an array of fresh local produce at the Yarra Valley Farmers’ Market, from cheeses to jams, fresh herbs and flowers – and of course wines from across Victoria! Open on every third Sunday of each month, it also boasts over 10 varieties of blueberry that locals love! Oasis Berry Farm also makes for an enjoyable stop-off point with over 10 varieties available for sampling!
Wineries
Wine and food pair perfectly in Yarra Valley, which is famed for its amazing vineyard experiences. Many estates like Oakridge Wines and Levantine Hill feature restaurants led by highly-respected chefs serving produce grown on-site to create a culinary orchestra where both elements work in perfect harmony.
Yarra Valley’s culinary offerings extend far beyond wines; it also boasts some of Australia’s best cheeses. Be sure to visit The Cheese Factory in Healesville where you can taste over 10 types of artisan cheese before purchasing one for home.
Yarra Valley offers an abundance of restaurants and cafes where you can sample a wide range of foods, from fresh fruit to gourmet cheeses. Every third Sunday of every month is the Yarra Valley Farmers Market; here you can purchase fresh produce, jams, local delicacies as well as boutique wines produced locally.
There are a variety of wineries in the Yarra Valley offering cellar door tastings. Oakridge Wines’ cellar door is one such establishment, providing premium wines alongside breathtaking Yarra Valley scenery. Additionally, Helen’s Hill Vineyard’s cellar door is known for their Arneis, Fume Blanc, Chardonnay, and Pinot Noir wines.
Visit Yarra Valley Dairy, where you can sample their cheeses and buy some to take home with you. Yarra Valley Oasis Berry Farm is also popular with visitors, offering tours from December through March that allow them to view up to 10 varieties of blueberries growing at its farm garden.
The Yarra Valley offers the ideal escape from Melbourne’s busy urban environment. Only an hour away from Melbourne, it offers beautiful restaurants, charming cafes, wineries, inspiring art galleries, manicured gardens and much more!
Farm gates
The Yarra Valley is an idyllic region known for its wide range of wine, food and local produce. Just an hour from Melbourne, this picturesque spot provides the ideal destination for day trips and weekend getaways; offering world-class wines, gins and gourmet food at every turn.
The Yarra Valley region boasts more than 160 wineries, from small cellar doors to luxury experiences. Many estates offer restaurant tours and seasonal menus tailored specifically for their wines; and its landscape is equally as breathtaking, so take the opportunity to explore this picturesque part of Victoria.
At local farmers’ markets you will find everything from chocolate and olives to fresh produce and more! Additionally, boutique stores provide unique gifts and souvenirs, some even featuring wine or spirits by local artisanal producers! For an unforgettable experience you can join a guided tour from Melbourne to Yarra Valley.
Are you searching for an exciting and memorable way to explore Yarra Valley? Take an unforgettable hot air balloon ride over its vineyards for an unforgettable experience – ideal for couples, friends or families. With breathtaking scenery all around and the opportunity to view it from a different perspective!
After your flight, treat yourself to an exquisite wine and cheese tasting session at one of the local wineries. There are also plenty of activities and attractions in Yarra Valley that are sure to keep you occupied – shopping at Yarraville Village, visiting one of many museums like the Yarra Valley Museum of Art with contemporary and indigenous artworks or experiencing cultural heritage at Botanic Gardens or even taking a charming step back in time along the Lilydale-Warburton rail pathway are among many other things that await.
Farmers’ markets
Yarra Valley is home to many farmers’ markets that provide fresh produce, breads and treats at great prices. Farmers’ markets also provide an ideal way to meet local producers while supporting your community – you can find a list of these markets on the Yarra Valley Regional Food Group website. One such market, Yering Station Farmers Market (one of Victoria’s oldest farmers’ markets), hosts an excellent selection of organic breads and biscuits along with jams preserves sauces olive oils homemade pies fresh-ground coffee and beans teas chocolates free-range eggs and fresh-cut flowers – definitely something not to miss!
Wine and food go hand in hand in Yarra Valley, creating an orchestra of flavors and aromas that pair harmoniously together. Oakridge Wines restaurant’s menu has been tailored specifically to complement their wines for incredible pairing results.
Quarters at Huberts Estate in Coldstream is another restaurant that puts wine and food pairing at the core of its dining experience, led by Executive Chef Michael Smith who offers modern Australian and European dishes that pair well with Huberts Estate wines.
If you prefer taking a stroll through a farm over sipping wine in a cellar door, visit Punt Road Wines on the third Sunday of each month for the Yarra Valley Farmers Market at Punt Road Wines. It might not be the largest market, but what it lacks in size it more than makes up for in quality; with delicious bread to beautiful cupcakes available as well as fresh fruits and vegetables available from local growers as well as butcheries on site.
Yarra Valley is an idyllic and romantic retreat, boasting rolling hills, towering ferns, and picturesque old churches – it’s no secret why so many Melbourne residents choose it for short getaways and relaxed weddings.
The Yarra Valley boasts ideal growing conditions, while skilled chefs create world-class food, making the trip worthwhile. So don’t forget your picnic basket when planning a day trip!