Built in 1927 in the heart of the Macedon Ranges, just 10 minutes from the mysterious and iconic Hanging Rock, Campaspe Country House bears the decorative details of the Art Deco era and exudes the romance of that time. These days it is a multi-award winning country hotel, executive conference centre and gourmet retreat. Having developed close relationships with many of the region’s best wineries the Campaspe Country House wine list is a veritable "Who's Who" of the cool climate wines of the Macedon Ranges, with noteworthy labels predominating in the listings of sparkling, white, red and dessert wines. Meals at Campaspe Country House are served in the lovely main dining room, overlooking the pool, while several private dining rooms allow parties of up to 18 people to be comfortably seated. After dinner, guests are invited to relax in one of the two private lounges before retiring for the night. Twenty superbly appointed bedrooms await, each with an ensuite, and all are within easy reach of well-equipped conference rooms and recreation facilities. Set in glorious gardens designed by Edna Walling and surrounded by 32 acres of natural bushland, Campaspe Country House is a wonderful wedding venue. With every detail receiving the meticulous attention of Campaspe's staff, post-nuptial celebrations can take the form of an exquisite cocktail party or a superb formal dinner. Either way, the beautiful setting and understated elegance of Campaspe Country House will ensure a lifetime's treasured memories. A leisurely 45 minute drive from Melbourne on the Calder Freeway and just 35 minutes from the airport, Campaspe Country House is an ideal base for exploring the cool-climate wineries of the region. The charming village of Woodend, with its quirky blend of stylish shops and cafés, is just a short stroll away. Restaurant Hours: Breakfast: 8am - 10am Continental - Monday - Friday Full Country Breakfast - Saturday & Sunday Lunch: Bookings available by prior arrangement High Tea: Sunday 12pm to 3pm Dinner: Friday from 6pm (last orders taken at 8pm) Saturday - House guests only 6pm - 8pm We are also open midweek for special occasions and events, by prior arrangement.

Established in 1980, Captains Creek Organic Wines is a family-owned and operated vineyard on a mixed organic farm at Blampied, near Daylesford, in the Central Highlands of Victoria. Certified organic (NASAA), the vineyard produces grapes that are proce ...

Established in 2002, Michel’s Fine Biscuit Co. Castlemaine creates, bakes and delivers fresh, local hand made biscuits. Baked this week, delivered the next. Our beautiful hand made biscuits are the perfect match for the quality and discerning consumer. Our range includes; • Call Me Crackers • Christmas • Classic • Fruit and Nut Cream • Gluten Free • La Juliet • My Sweet William We proudly support our local and regional ingredients and know they are the best the world has to offer. We believe the “real” hero’s of our biscuits are our carefully selected ingredients including local un-waxed lemons, raspberries, passionfruit, Australian macadamias, pistachios, almond’s and pecans. Buderim ginger, local free range eggs, fresh organic rosemary, ExtraVirgin Olive Oil, Victoria’s best butter and flour, Belgian Couverture Chocolate and fair trade vanilla extract from Tonga. Michel’s Fine Biscuit Co. Castlemaine is proud of its regional presence and chooses to support Daylesford Macedon Produce (DMP). We select as much local fresh and organic ingredients as possible from regional Victoria as well as our Australian specialty grown products which includes directly from accredited farmers and producers at our Farmers Markets. You can meet the ‘Biscuit Maker & Creator’ Michel who loves to showcase her biscuit range at Farmers Markets such as St Kilda, Collingwood Children’s Farm and Gas Works markets. Free of preservatives, artificial colours and flavours, the range is hand made, baked and packed by hand in Castlemaine.

Chanters Ridge is a family-owned vineyard at Tylden in the Macedon Ranges, specialising in Pinot Noir. At 600 metres above sea level, on a North-facing volcanic slope, the conditions are ideal for the production of fine cool-climate Pinot Noir. Planted in 1996, the vines are now established and the fruit produced without irrigation. All wines produced so far have won medals. James Halliday rated the 2001 Pinot Noir, at 93 in his Wine Companion 2006 . This wine is now sold out but the 2003, exhibiting similar characteristics, is available. At the Macedon Ranges Wine Exhibition 2005, the 2003 Back Paddock Pinot Noir won a gold medal and the trophy for best Pinot. The 2003 Chanters Ridge received a silver medal at the same exhibition. The 2004 Back Paddock Pinot Noir, a slightly lighter wine, is a good entry-level Pinot Noir, and won a bronze medal at the Daylesford Wine Show 2005. Once picked, our grapes are transported to Hanging Rock Winery where John Ellis and his team produce the wine using open fermentation on about 30% whole bunches. Maturation is then undertaken for 15-18 months in a combination of 25% new French and 75% older oak barrels. All our wines have distinctive varietal Pinot nose and berry and plum fruit flavours, balanced tannins and acid finish. The wines will improve and develop more earthy flavours over 4-5 years. Product availability: • Tylden General Store, Tylden • Ian Marks Liquor Store, Woodend • King & Godfrey, Carlton • Skelton Cellars, South Yarra • Highgate Cellars, Glenhuntly • Castlemaine Cellars • Duncans Cellars, South Yarra • Kingston Hotel, Richmond • IGA MAcedon Supermarket • IGA Kyneton Supermarket • Nicks Wine Merchants, Armadale • Rossmoyne Cellars (WA) .

Cliffys Emporium offers the largest range of local and regional produce, with an emphasis on seasonal and organic.We support the people who produce the food we eat and turn what we receive into interesting soups,salads and dinners every week.Our vegetabl ...

Friendly local restaurant and cafe specialising in local produce serving lunches and dinners six days, and weekend breakfasts.

Country Cuisine is an epicure's delight. Hand-made jams capture all the flavour and colour of the ripe country fruit from which they're made and turn warm toast into heaven. Choose from a range of ten jams and conserves that include Wild Blackberry Jam, Damson Plum Jam, Grapefruit and Ginger Marmalade and the glorious Conserve of Fruits Summer Garden. Pickles, chutneys and sauces are staple items in the pantry of every clever cook. Country Cuisine's Kasoundi, added to natural yoghurt, makes a delectably spicy marinade for chicken, prawns or fish. Apricot & Ginger Chutney is the perfect partner for pork, while Cranberry Sauce lusciously complements its long-time partner turkey, as well as pork and chicken. The newest release is a truly regional product – Potato Picker’s Pickle with Cider – the perfect pickle for a ploughperson’s platter or with cold meats. For pasta or to enliven casseroles and bolognaise, the authentic flavour of Italy is brought to your table in Country Cuisine's A Sauce of Tuscany, A Sauce of Sicily and Peperonata, plus the new additions of Roasted Garlic & Basil and Napoli with Rocket. For summer salads there's Balsamic Vinaigrette and Raspberry Vinaigrette, for blanched vegetables there's Sweet Chilli Sauce, while Mustard & Dill Sauce is sensational over smoked salmon or potato salad. A range of mayonnaise products will also liven up summer salads. For Christmas, there are scrumptious Country Cuisine mince pies and festive puddings, as well as beautifully presented gift packs of condiments, salad dressings and jams. The Royal Botanic Gardens, Melbourne, commissioned Country Cuisine to make a special range, "The Gardens Produce". A luscious selection of conserves, sauces, vinegars and chutneys, the range's labels bear beautifully rendered botanical images, some dating back to the 18th Century. When you're in the mood for a dose of good cheer, a little jar of something from Country Cuisine is all the reminder you need: the simplest things in life are frequently the best. Product Availability: Via distributors in all states (see website for details). Or shop on line at http://www.countrycuisine.com.au

Last colour woolen spinning mill in Australia. Based in Creswick with a cafe that supports local produce from the Daylesford Macedon Produce region.

The inspiration for Curly Flat Vineyard was Phillip Moraghan's experiences whilst studying in Switzerland in the 1980’s. During this period he was captivated by the many wine regions of France and Switzerland and completely enthralled by Burgundy and its Pinot Noir. Fortunately for Phillip, his partner and future wife, Jeni shared the vision that has brought together the dedicated team to nuture Curly Flat from a romantic ideal to awe-inspiring reality. Curly Flat is located on a slope that catches the very last rays of sunshine in the magical moments before dusk. This prolonged exposure to the Autumn sun provides a vital ingredient for the very special fruit that is produced at Curly Flat. To build expertise Jeni and Phillip volunteered their labour in other vineyards and wineries - but it was Macedon Ranges pioneer, Laurie Williams (Flynn & Williams label), who nurtured their understanding and passion for growing wine. Phillip began studying viticulture and travelling overseas to gain experience in wine growing and wine making - he has done several vintages in the USA, including Ponzi Vineyards in Willamette Valley Oregon and Russell Hearn's Premium Wine Group on Long Island NY. The first vines were planted at Curly Flat in 1991 and with progressive plantings the vineyard is now 14 hectares (33 acres) – principally Pinot Noir with some Chardonnay and a little Pinot Gris. A new winery was constructed in time for the April 2002 vintage. The original homestead, built in 1890's, has been extensively renovated to host wine tastings and other wine related events. In 2002 Phillip took over the winemaking role, under the guidance of one of Australia's leading winemakers who is a renowned Pinot Noir specialist. The first vintage wines, 1998 Pinot Noir and Chardonnay were released in Australia in late 2001. Curly Flat wines became available in the United Kingdom in 2004. Curly Flat Vineyard is concentrating on producing wines of the highest quality that have already received critical acclaim in Australia, Europe and the United States. Indications from subsequent vintages engender great confidence in the ability of Curly Flat to consistently provide wine of the highest quality.