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The Woodhouse Bar and Grill

The Woodhouse Bar and Grill

Steak   $$$$$   Open Now

Bendigo

13 Chef Hat Award
18 Jul 24 -
24 Jul 25

Express Lunch

Thursday-Friday-Saturday

Join us for a two-course lunch with a beverage for $68 pp or three-course for $78 pp on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. To book your table, call (03) 5443 8671: more
The Woodhouse Bar and Grill

The Woodhouse Bar and Grill

Steak   $$$$$   Open Now

Bendigo

13 Chef Hat Award
30 Jul 24 -
31 May 25

The Woodhouse Experience

Available Now

The Woodhouse Experience is a nine-course menu. Chef takes you through a journey of the best of local produce from the UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy; to book your table, call (03) 5443 8671. more
Wine Bank on View

Wine Bank on View

European   $$$$$   Open Now

Bendigo

9 Oct -
18 Dec

Weekly Wine Tasting

Most Wednesday Nights

Interested in learning more about wine? Starting at 5:30pm most Wednesday's, Wine Bank offers the opportunity for the public, and it's members, to enjoy tasting a wide selection of wines from a lar... more
Wine Bank on View

Wine Bank on View

European   $$$$$   Open Now

Bendigo

17 Oct -
21 Nov

Passing Clouds Dinner SOLD OUT

6 Courses Food & Wine

Enjoy an indulgent evening with us! Six courses prepared by Chef Callum, paired with a selection of fine wines curated by Passing Clouds. Limited seats. SORRY THIS EVENT IS NOW SOLD OUT more
Wine Bank on View

Wine Bank on View

European   $$$$$   Open Now

Bendigo

1 Nov 24 -
31 Jan 25

Friday Night Pizza

6 pm-9 pm

During the warmer months and usually in line with Daylight Saving, Wine Bank Courtyard plays host to our Friday Night Pizza Nights. Delicious wood-fired pizza is served continuously between 6 pm an... more
Black Cat Truffles by Liam Downes

Black Cat Truffles by Liam Downes

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Wattle Flat

14 Sep 23 -
30 Nov 24

Friday Lunch

Come Join Us

Join us for Friday Long Lunch and enjoy the likes of Spring lamb, eggplant and smoked yoghurt and chocolate truffles with salted caramel and hazelnut for dessert. To book your table, call 0428 035 ... more
Black Cat Truffles by Liam Downes

Black Cat Truffles by Liam Downes

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Wattle Flat

12 Mar -
21 Dec

Brunch in the Truffiere

Saturday and Sunday

Experience brunch in the enchanting Black Cat Truffle gardens. Savour dishes from our ever-changing seasonal à la carte menu paired with exceptional Karon Farm coffee. Elevate your brunch with our ... more
Black Cat Truffles by Liam Downes

Black Cat Truffles by Liam Downes

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Wattle Flat

17 Sep -
30 Nov

Spring Dining 2024

Available now

Indulge in a captivating dining experience at our truffle farm during months when truffles lay dormant. Amidst the tranquillity, we present a culinary journey emphasising the season, showcasing the... more
Black Cat Truffles by Liam Downes

Black Cat Truffles by Liam Downes

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Wattle Flat

25 Sep -
30 Nov

Bottomless Picnic in the truffiere

$75

Enjoy Saturday afternoons at Black Cat Truffles filled with food and bottomless spritz's in our picturesque truffiere. more
Black Cat Truffles by Liam Downes

Black Cat Truffles by Liam Downes

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Wattle Flat

25 Sep 24 -
1 Mar 25

Summer Truffle Experience

December- March

Join us for an exciting summer truffle hunt, where you’ll explore our picturesque truffle farm alongside our expert foragers. After an adventurous session of searching for these culinary gems, indu... more
2 Sep -
6 Dec

Medieval to Metal with Daffy & Baylor

Friday 6 December

Join an unforgettable evening of live music with Peter Daffy & Peter Baylor. Daffy's music is a rich blend of folk, blues and acoustic melodies, each note resonating with his deep passion for story... more
21 Oct -
30 Nov

St Andrew's Day live music event

Saturday 30 November

Celebrate St Andrew's Day at Kilderkin Distillery with a special live music event with Scottish folk duo Shona Williams and Phil Lester. Whether it’s Shona’s rich Gaelic storytelling or Phil’s char... more
12 Nov -
8 Dec

Gin-Inspired Candle Workshop - Christmas edition!

Sunday 8 December

Join us and the expert team from Mia & Talbot for a gin and candle-making experience like no other. Create your own unique candles to take home using repurposed botanicals from Larrikin Gin. While ... more
OMG BBQ

OMG BBQ

American   $$$$$   Open Now

Kangaroo Flat

27 Jun -
31 Dec

Need some BBQ for dinner?

Try us Today!

We are open from Wednesday to Saturday. Come past and grab something to eat, no one can be bothered cooking at the end of a big week. Need a coffee or some of The Dessert Nerd treats? Well can help... more
OMG BBQ

OMG BBQ

American   $$$$$   Open Now

Kangaroo Flat

27 Jun -
31 Dec

The OMG BBQ Difference..

Enquire Today!

Got an event that needs catering for? At OMG BBQ we have you covered! Basically the whole food experience is designed by you, you decide how it is cooked, what is cooked, what goes with it and how ... more
Ballarat Leagues Club

Ballarat Leagues Club

Bistro   $$$$$   Open Now

Ballarat East

12 Jun -
30 Nov

KIDS EAT FREE*

Monday & Tuesday Nights

Every Monday & Tuesday night you can receive a FREE Kids Meal* with the purchase of a Main Meal. Available 5.30-8.30pm (*conditions apply). Every Kids meal also includes ice-cream and an activity p... more
Ballarat Leagues Club

Ballarat Leagues Club

Bistro   $$$$$   Open Now

Ballarat East

12 Jun -
9 Dec

Morning Melodies

Held monthly & only $10

$10 to enjoy BLC's monthly morning melodies & morning tea, or include lunch for a total of $25. Check out the full calendar of dates and entertainers on the website more
The Red Door Pizzeria

The Red Door Pizzeria

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

Buninyong

18-24
Nov

Live Music @ Red Door | Featuring Jeremy Beggs

Sun Nov 24 from 5.30pm

Jeremy Begg's live performances are captivating, bringing audiences into his world through his powerful vocals and honest storytelling. He has performed at Patchewollock Music Festival, Americana A... more
The Red Door Pizzeria

The Red Door Pizzeria

Italian   $$$$$   Open Now

Buninyong

25 Nov -
1 Dec

Live Music @ Red Door | Featuring Troy Elliot

Sun Dec 1 from 5.30pm

With local favourite Troy Elliot playing acoustically from 5.30pm come and celebrate the start of summer at Red Door... We'll see you there! more
Fairbank House

Fairbank House

$$$$$

Maldon

17-26
Nov

Sweet!! Strawberries are peak season at Blackwood Orchard

111 Chellews Rd, Harcourt

Open Fridays - Sundays or a farmers' market near you, latest at https://www.facebook.com/@blackwoodorchard/. Supermarket berries fill in between seasons but they are bred for looks and longevity. B... more