Any opportunity to let the kids explore new flavours and tastes from around the world (without having to board a plane to do so) is what this Mamma is all about. Hochi Mini allows us to taste some of the famous flavours of Vietnam right here in Ferntree Gully.
Read MoreEvery little town needs a place to catch up with friends, share a meal with the family and grab a drink. Gembrook has a new one. Check out The Local.
Read MoreThere is a new gelatery in town and your kids will be begging you to visit. Augustus Gelatery has landed in Upper Ferntree Gully and you have 32 flavours to work your way through.
Read MoreHow 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!
Read MoreYou can take Mamma out of her school but she can always find her way back to one! Primary @ Pioneers Park is an old school building turned into the next best thing - a CAFE!
Read MoreMamma loves a place that has soul. Not and Not Yet has just that, and more. This eclectic cafe has the community as its backbone and a great cup of coffee in its heart!
Read MoreThe Yarra Valley has a very strong place in Mamma’s heart. The rolling hills, the beautiful views and the stunning vineyards. All of the above can be found here, at the magical Meletos.
Read MoreYou have to head down to Croydon Main Street and check out The Ten Saints for yourself. It is a cocktail bar and beer garden with a love of all things rum.
Read MoreIt’s the age old question. Which came first. The chicken or the egg? All we know is that COFFEE is what needs to come first!
Read MoreYou can not go through the Upper Yarra without stopping at the Valley’s favourite roadside bakery - Gladysdale Bakehouse. This is your local country-style bakery but on the next level.
Read MoreDo 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.
Read MoreNice Buns is the very BEST of all things YOMG - Yo My Goodnes. This innovative Melbourne based biz love to push the envelope with food, dining and stack of fun.
Read MoreNext time you head to Collingwood Children's Farm, save your back from carrying all the snacks and grab some tucker from The Farm Cafe. This beautiful cafe is half in and half out of the farm, servicing the visitors from the stairway or diners can access from the Main Yarra Trail bike path.
Read MoreBe prepared to be blown you away when you arrive at The Baker's Wife. The size, decor and the food options are amazing. Mamma challenges you NOT to leave without grabbing a doughnut on the way out.
Read MoreFor those times you have a sleeping baby in the car OR you can't face bringing them out of the car just to put them straight back in ... DRIVE THRU COFFEE!
Read MoreInspiring families in Melbourne's East to uncover amazing stuff nearby. You will find inside local knowledge on parks, playgrounds, cafes, family activities, markets and more all waiting to be uncovered, rediscovered and enjoyed.
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