Beautiful weather has Mamma dreaming of long lunches in the sunshine, enjoying a glass with friends and if the kids can come along - it’s a bonus. Here are some of the east’s finest wineries, distilleries and breweries!
Bring on the beautiful weather and long lazy weekends full of friends, great food and some delicious drops! Helen’s Hill in Coldstream ticks ALL the boxes for an ideal venue for a family catch up in the Yarra Valley.
Mamma often gets asked - where is a great winery in the Yarra Valley that I can take the kids. Right here - Punt Road Wines! This beautiful cellar door is totally family friendly and an incredible spot to sample amazing cool-climate wines.
Hard Road Brewing in Bayswater is a local brewery with a kids play area. With over 20 beers on tap, wine, spirits and a kids play area it's great. They serve up pizzas and often have food trucks out the front as well as live music events.
The Public Brewery is NOW Dainton Taphouse. The craft brewery is originally from Carrum Downs but has now spread its wings to the Eastside and brewing up a storm in the burbs of Croydon.
This cordial factory is super impressive. Established in 1865, the brewery is one of Australia’s oldest and has recently been lovingly restored and revitalised into this thriving tourist destination - and top notch beverage producers. Drop in for a meal, a tour, buy your sodas OR taste the entire range of traditional cordials at the tasting bar.
Paradise in a paddock - that is what Mamma has uncovered at Bonfire Station in Taggerty. This absolute gem is found in Taggerty. The Station is open on Sundays for beers and pizza - some of the best we have ever had!
There is nothing quite like an ice cold beer, a slice of beer and a place for the kids to play after they’ve spent some time in the car. Anvil Brewing Co hits the perfect spot at their family friendly brewery and restaurant in Mansfield.
The golden shivering man is keen for some company! The local eastie brewery loves a great brew and a pizza or two at the entrance to the Yarra Valley.
Matilda Bay has opened this beautiful, reimagined space and the vibe is so relaxed and welcoming, your whole family will feel at home. Try the beers, enjoy the food and relax with the entire family.
Mamma KNOWS you love a family friendly winery and a day out in the gorgeous Yarra Valley!
Ok easties - time to find your fancy pants, we’re going out for lunch!
It is award winning and proud local of the Yarra Valley. Four Pillars is the bees knees. They are known world wide for their top notch gin and they make here, right here in Healesville.
Golden Hills Brewery is a brilliant spot to take the kids for breakfast, lunch or dinner. The huge space is welcoming to families and beer lovers alike.
Kid friendly and stacked with heritage is what you will find as you head up the hill to Payne’s Rise.
Beer, beer and more moreish BEER! This vast warehouse has been converted into a pretty cool beer hall and dining space and Mamma loves it!
Blueberry lovers unite! Did you know there is a whole farm dedicated to this delightful fruit?
Watts River Brewery in Healesville is a small brewery offering pizzas, bar snacks and plenty of their locally brewed beers.
How good is a cold, hand-crafted pale ale on a hot day? Or perhaps you’re more of a spritzer or locally-made gin person? Whatever your tipple - BoJack has you covered!
Do yourself a favour and hop on down to Lilydale one early arvo for an early dinner or over the weekend for a cheeky beer at the Yarra Ranges latest brewery.
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