Cider and Slice: A Regional Celebration
For Forage & Feast, Daylesford Cider is proud to present a one-off wood-fired pizza menu crafted especially for the festival.
Using the finest ingredients from across our region - from Goldfields Farmhouse Cheeses to Tuki Farm's smoked trout - this menu celebrates the flavours and producers that make our part of Victoria unique.
Each pizza comes with its own cider pairing recommendation.
Taste & Stay Experience at Mount William Station
As part of Forage & Feast 2026, Mount William Station invites guests to indulge in a unique bush-luxe escape at the foot of the Grampians. Stay overnight in their beautifully restored 1920s Homestead and enjoy a full farm-to-table experience.
Forage & Feast Set Menu at RACV Goldfields
Join RACV Goldfields for a two or three course menu highlighting the amazing skill set of The Three Founders kitchen team whilst utilising the best of the best in Central Highlands produce.
Set Forage & Feast Menu at Magnolias
Tasting menu of Magnolia, with the option to add paired wines
Woodfired Pizza & Wines by Summerfield
Wednesday through to Sunday, enjoy a stunning wining and dining experience at Summerfield Wines.
Spirited Food Pairings
A Spirited Itinerant Flight of our four signature spirits, accompanied with a curated tasting plate using local produce.
Pork & Pinot at Buninyong Hotel
A specially curated Western Plains Pork main course matched with a glass of local Attwoods Pinot Noir at The Buninyong Hotel.
Pyrenees Unearthed Wine Pop Up
The Pyrenees Unearthed winemakers will be popping up at The George Hotel for a limited time only! With over 10 wineries participating, we are proud to bring this prestigious wine region to the locals of Ballarat.
To accompany these gorgeous wines, The George Hotel's head chef has curated a decadent food menu featuring more of the Pyrenees producers.
Latta: A Side Hustle
A tasting line up from winemaker Owen Latta's side hustle project, his négocient wine label produced here in Coghills Creek from a patchwork of friends and growers in our Western Victorian zone
Six wines selected from Owen's current range alongside some super rare older drops from the cellar served alongside a hyper local regional produce board.
Beer & Bread at Aunty Jacks
Discover the tales behind the ales with a beer paddle and tasting board at Aunty Jacks.
Black & Ginger Wines Antipasti & Vino d’Italia
Take a midday pause, Italian style. Join us at the Black & Ginger Wine Shed for Antipasti & Vino d’Italia, a relaxed tasting experience running Friday to Sunday, 12–2pm throughout the 2026 Forage and Feast festival.
A Morning at Dairy Flat Farm & Lunch from Lake House Daylesford
Take the opportunity for a guided tour around Dairy Flat Farm, 40 acres of regenerative gardens which supply the award-winning Lake House Restaurant.
The Sausage Fest at Kilderkin Distillery
The Kilderkin Sausage Fest is a gourmet homage to the humble banger. Featuring a plate of six exceptional chipolata sausages from some of the region’s most respected butchers and producers, this event elevates the classic bangers-and-mash with a curated selection of three seasonal mashes and a trio of house-made gravies. Each serve will be accompanied by a signature Larrikin Gin & Tonic or a local craft beer.
The Plough Cooking Class
An intimate, hands-on journey through flavour, wine & craft
Hosted by owner & head chef Mark Mills, along with his wife Ruth.
Specifically designed to satisfy your food & wine curiosities.
“Step inside our kitchen for an afternoon of culinary play”
Harvesting Joy: A Summer Celebration of Food, Music & Community
As the golden light of summer lingers over Creswick, we gather to celebrate abundance. The flavours of the season, the beauty of community, and the joy of sharing food made with purpose. Harvesting Joy is more than a dinner, it’s an evening that brings people together around a shared table of local goodness, rescued produce, and zero-waste creativity.
Daylesford Walk Talk Forage & Feast: Foodie & History Walking Tour
This event, inspired by famed Italian and French walking tours, begins at the local Sunday market at the height of the summer harvest, with an introduction to local growers to taste samples of their fresh produce before embarking upon a spirited exploration of the culinary highlights that lie on Daylesford’s doorstep
Orchard to Glass
Every Sunday morning throughout Forage & Feast, Daylesford Cider will be hosting an intimate 'Orchard to Glass' event. A relaxed, intimate experience for cider lovers and the cider-curious alike.
Grainery Lane G&Tea
Enjoy Free-Flowing Grainery Lane Gin Cocktail Teapots perfectly paired with a selection of delectable bites.
The perfect way to celebrate birthdays, baby showers, hen's parties or any special occasion.
Live Music Sundays with Taltarni Vineyards
Join Taltarni for local tunes and local wine every Sunday during Forage & Feast.
Progressive Feast with Itinerant Spirits & Turret Bakehouse
Itinerant Spirits is partnering with Leroy Hand and the team at the Turret Cafe for the Forage and Feast Festival. Together we've curated a unique 'progressive dinner', celebrating the amazing growers and producers of the Central Highlands region.
Twilights at Ballarat Wildlife Park
Experience the magic of Ballarat Wildlife Park after hours at our special Twilight Event. Wander the park as the sun sets, take in the peaceful atmosphere and see our animals in a whole new light.
Regenerative Farm Walk & Lunch with Your Local Producers
Walking Brooklands Regenerative Farms laneways with farmer Jono, you will see our rare breed Berkshire Pigs, maybe even some Piglets, as well as British White Cattle and learn about how we regeneratively raise our nutrient dense, chemical free produce from the paddock to plate.
Little Hampton Farm: Paddock to Plate Experience
Little Hampton Farm will be offering farm tours, selling produce from the farmgate, pizza made with local produce, and pick your own strawberries.
Dreaming Together: A Big Beaufort Weekend
A community celebration in the heart of the Pyreness!
Music Among the Barrels with Wombat Forest Wines
Celebrate the Central Highlands at Wombat Forest Wines
Join us at our winery and cellar door as we showcase the best of the Central Highlands—handcrafted Wombat Forest Wines paired with delicious local produce.
Introduction to Beekeeping
An immersive beekeeping experience for individuals keen to learn about the Art of Beekeeping and every aspect of hive care and management.
Backyard to Bottle
Ever wondered how to turn apples from your own backyard into crisp, delicious cider? Join us at Daylesford Cider for a hands-on session that blends practical tips for home cider making with insights into how we do it on a larger scale.
Little Hampton Farm: Paddock to Plate Experience
Little Hampton Farm will be offering farm tours, selling produce from the farmgate, pizza made with local produce, and pick your own strawberries.
Wild Yeasted Bread Baking
Join Mara, the brilliant mind behind regenerative permaculture farm and cooking school Village Dreaming, in a hands-on Wild Yeasted Bread Baking class. Share the joy of traditional cooking, sustainable living, and togetherness.
Introduction to Sourdough Baking Class
At Dairy Flat Farm we focus on slow fermented sourdough baguettes and loaves. We utilise only small-scale millers and growers of non GMO grains and often incorporate herbs, flowers and vegetables from our regenerative farm in associated viennoiserie.
Gin High Tea with Kilderkin Distillery
Set in a charming, intimate venue, this elegant event pairs the timeless tradition of high tea with a modern twist. Locally distilled gins infused with native botanicals and seasonal flavours. Enjoy a selection of handcrafted cocktails (or mocktails) designed to highlight the region’s finest ingredients.
February Biznet: Wake Up With the Animals!
For Forage & Feast, we are hosting a special Biznet at Ballarat Wildlife Park! Wake up with the animals while you network at a one-of-kind grassroots Biznet!
All Things Goat, Long Lunch
A celebration of a paddock to plate journey, with a 5 course meal showcasing the quality and versatility of the Meredith Dairy farm produce. Lunch will be enjoyed under the huge oak tree in the garden at the Meredith Farm Store in Meredith” A partnership with the award-winning Lethbridge wines matched with each dish will further illustrate the regions unique produce and wine bounty.
Little Hampton Farm: Paddock to Plate Experience
Little Hampton Farm will be offering farm tours, selling produce from the farmgate, pizza made with local produce, and pick your own strawberries.
Wild Yeasted Bread Baking
Join Mara, the brilliant mind behind regenerative permaculture farm and cooking school Village Dreaming, in a hands-on Wild Yeasted Bread Baking class. Share the joy of traditional cooking, sustainable living, and togetherness.
Indie Folk Duo with Pizza and Cider
Share a wood-fired pizza & pot of 321 Cider or Learmonth Lager Beer alongside live entertainment from Australian/Canadian indie folk duo Flora Falls from Berlin.
Contemporary Paddock-to-Plate at Meredith Hotel
Paddock-to-Plate experience with Meredith Hotel and paired wines
Little Hampton Farm: Paddock to Plate Experience
Little Hampton Farm will be offering farm tours, selling produce from the farmgate, pizza made with local produce, and pick your own strawberries.
Valentine’s Day at The Shared Table
Celebrate love with a thoughtfully curated menu that highlights the best from our local producers – the heart of our kitchen, every day. Join us for a romantic lunch or dinner, where local flavours and seasonal ingredients shine.
Wild Yeasted Bread Baking
Join Mara, the brilliant mind behind regenerative permaculture farm and cooking school Village Dreaming, in a hands-on Wild Yeasted Bread Baking class. Share the joy of traditional cooking, sustainable living, and togetherness.
Picnic on Nimons Bridge
A stunning, scenic tour of historic buildings with a gorgeous, locally sourced lunch on Nimons Bridge!
Cider & Cheese Pairing
Join us on the final day of the Forage & Feast festival, for a relaxed and flavour-filled Cider and Cheese pairing event.
We’ll be teaming up with Goldfields Farmhouse Cheese for a guided tasting featuring four of our hand-crafted premium ciders, each perfectly matched with one of Nardia’s award-winning cheeses.
Grainery Lane: G&Tea
Every Sunday. Sittings Between 2pm-5pm.
Tickets $79pp
Indulge in an unforgettable afternoon with our exclusive G&Tea experience at Grainery Lane Distillery. Perfectly tailored for milestone birthdays, baby showers, hens parties, or any special occasion, this delightful offering promises a sophisticated blend of fine spirits and gourmet treats.
Step into our charming venue, where you’ll be greeted with free-flowing Grainery Lane gin cocktails. Each handcrafted cocktail is meticulously paired with a selection of delectable bites, designed to complement and enhance the unique flavours of our premium gin. Our expert mixologists craft these exquisite cocktails using only the finest ingredients, ensuring a memorable tasting journey for you and your guests.
Relax and savour the elegant ambiance of Grainery Lane Distillery as you celebrate with friends and loved ones. The G&Tea experience offers the perfect balance of indulgence and celebration, making it an ideal choice for those looking to mark their special moments with style and grace.
Join us at Grainery Lane Distillery and raise a glass to good times, great company, and exceptional gin. Cheers to an experience that will leave a lasting impression on all who attend.
Featuring Central Highlands Growers & Producers…
Village Dreaming: Fermenting, Drying & Preserving for Beginners
I love foraging, I love growing and I want to make the very most of what I find and what I grow.
Preserving for beginners offers all the skills needed to preserve the taste of summer, the cool of winter and the red of autumn.
This class is jam packed with information and is focused on three methods of Food Preserving:
Fermenting
Dehydrating
Boiling Hot Water Bath Method.
The Boiling Hot Water Bath Method is the most information heavy of the three hence I will spend 1/2 of the class on this method.
I will provide comprehensive notes on all three methods to you via email before the class.
In many preserving classes you are taught recipes but rarely are you taught the principles that underpin these recipes. Without an understanding of the principles, you are left always wondering if what you have done will last, if it is safe and safe to share. The notes I will provide you will include links to recipes, but the focus of this class is on understanding “how to preserve” “how to make that preserve safe” & “how to make that preserve last”.
Preserving is easy, that is why so many homemakers get involved, it is also very rewarding.
There is a great deal to learn initially and at first it can seem overwhelming, but once learned it is deeply gratifying, empowering and something of great value to share with others.
What you will learn:
Acidity; its role in preserving, how to measure pH and what the pH of a preserve should be
How to determine the acidity naturally found in raw ingredients
Elevation; how elevation affects preserving times, how to determine if you are at elevation and how to adjust for elevation
Raw Pack and Hot Pack method
The role of sugar, salt, heat, time, and acidity
How to sterilise jars and when not to pre sterilise jars
How to accurately pack food into jars
Preserving Organisations and their recipes
How does the Australian Fowler’s method differ from The National Centre for Home Food Preservation
I will showcase a range of ferments, dehydrated foods including flowers, & preserves.
We will make: One ferment, One dehydrated food, One Preserve
This is a demonstration class with some hands on activities.
$250 pp
Join me if you can! Much huge care, Mara
Featuring Central Highlands Growers & Producers…
Truffle Treasures: Picnic at the Truffle Farm
Sunday 19th January | Saturday 25th January | Sunday 2nd February | Saturday 8th February | Sunday 16th February
We are thrilled to welcome our guests to a Picnic at the Truffle Farm in the stunning Daylesford Spa Country at the beautiful Truffle Treasures farm. This delightful farm is set in a pocket of the wombat state forest and surrounded by natural bushland. Overlooking our French Oak trees, where winter truffles thrive, you'll be transported to a world of indulgence and gourmet delights in this idyllic setting.
Bask in the summer light as it dances across the Victorian spa country landscape and feel the warmth of the sun as you savour this unique experience. Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature while enjoying a gourmet picnic that promises to be both relaxing and rejuvenating.
Enjoy: A delicious picnic, prepared to showcase iconic local producers from the Central Highlands including delicacies prepared by Istra Smallgoods, Goldfields Farmhouse Cheese, Castlemaine Kitchen, Daylesford and Hepburn Springs Sparkling Mineral Water.
Cost: $85.00 per person
Beer, wine and soft drinks will be available for purchase at bar prices.
Featuring Central Highlands Growers & Producers…
Istra Smallgoods
Castlemaine Kitchen
Daylesford and Hepburn Springs Sparkling Mineral Water
Live Music @ Taltarni Vineyards
Soak up the stunning beauty of the Pyrenees wine region every Sunday at Taltarni Vineyards, where live music meets award-winning wine. Nestled in the western reach of the Great Dividing Range, Taltarni's picturesque setting offers the perfect backdrop for an afternoon of relaxation and entertainment.
Discover the talent of local artists while enjoying the rich history of a region once dubbed “the natural garden of Victoria.” From gold mining in the 19th century to pioneering viticulture in the 1960s, Taltarni has been at the heart of the Pyrenees’ transformation into one of Australia’s most enchanting wine destinations.
Bring your friends, sip on exceptional wines, and let the music transport you in this unique blend of culture, history, and natural beauty.
No booking required, just come to cellar door
Featuring Central Highlands Growers & Producers…
Moonambel Gap Olives
Sommerfields
Picnic on Nimmons Bridge
Presented by Woady Yaloak Historical Society
$110per person
Experience a unique culinary adventure as we take you on a journey along the stunning Ballarat to Skipton Rail Trail, including a picnic on the historic Nimmons Bridge.
Itinerary:
10am: Meet at the Courthouse Hotel, Smythesdale, to begin your journey.
11am: Enjoy complimentary canapés and a drink at the Scarsdale Hotel.
12pm: Arrive at Nimons Bridge for a picturesque picnic featuring a picnic lunch with locally sourced food, paired with two complimentary drinks.
3pm: Return to the Courthouse Hotel, Smythesdale, for live music, drinks, and a relaxed atmosphere to cap off your day.
Immerse yourself in the flavours of the region and the beauty of this iconic landmark. Perfect for foodies and nature enthusiasts alike, this event promises to be a delightful celebration of local produce, stunning landscapes, and great company.
Featuring Central Highlands Growers & Producers…
Black & Ginger Wines: Cheers to Ten Years!
2025 marks 10 years since high school mates Hadyn Black and Darcy Naunton (aka the Ginger) took the leap and purchased one tonne of Shiraz grapes producing their first vintage under the wine label Black & Ginger.
They're teaming up with Barney's Bar and Bistro, the home of their new cellar door (opening 2025) for a relaxed and fun evening as they celebrate 10 years of winemaking. This special event is part of the 2025 Forage & Feast Festival in partnership with the Central Highlands Growers and Producers Hub.
Dinner will feature matched wines, including back vintages, paired with a delicious menu crafted by guest chef, Fushy from Hamilton. The menu will highlight fresh lamb from Greenacres Biodynamics, bread by Blue Wren Bakery, eggs from Green Eggs, as well as produce from several other local growers and members of the Central Highlands Growers & Producers Hub. It’s a great chance to enjoy delicious food, great wine, and toast to a decade of Black & Ginger Wines.
Come along, share a meal, and raise a glass to the next 10 years!
Full Degustation + Matched Wines: $130
Full Dinner Only (for non-wine drinkers and designated drivers): $100
Other drink options available, wines by the glass, beer and non-alcoholic.
Places are super limited so get in quick!
Featuring Central Highlands Growers & Producers…
Paint & Sip Sessions at Mrs Baker's Still House
Paint & Sip Sessions at Mrs Baker's Still House - Beginners Watercolour
Grab a friend and come for a relaxed afternoon of painting botanicals and sipping gin. Held at Mrs Baker's Still House, a micro-distillery 50min west of Ballarat. Whether you are new to watercolours or just looking to brush up on your skills these sessions are a playful way to create a botanical painting with drink in hand!
You will be guided through some watercolour painting techniques. Then given a choice of botanical prints, these are line drawings of different gin botanicals, to paint. Use the print as a guide and get playful. Develop your own style, whether it is realist or abstract, while you enjoy some of Mrs Baker's gins!
A fun afternoon for groups of friends, individuals or couples!
Capacity: 8 people.
What is included in the ticket:
Gin tasting of Mrs Baker's gin range.
Choice of prints to paint: Either, one A4 botanical print or, a set of three botanical cards.
1 x paint brush.
1 x watercolour palette.
1 x water jar.
1 x gin & tonic (or soda).
You will be able to purchase further drinks and painting prints on the day. And the gorgeous little cellar door will be open for bottle sales and further tastings of the Mrs Baker's gin & liqueur range.
EXTRA: If you would like to book a Grazing Platter ($30ea, serves 2-3 people) to enjoy on the day, these MUST be booked in advance. See contact details below. Please advise any dietary requirements.
Featuring Central Highlands Growers & Producers…
321 Ciders & Wood Fired Pizzas
Every Saturday & Sunday from 12pm during Forage & Feast
$59.95 for 2 people
4 glasses of local 321 cider and 10" wood fired pizza
Bookings any time before event dates, for larger bookings please allow 2 days notice
Email - enquires@321cafe.com.au, TXT/phone 0409 104 629
Featuring Central Highlands Growers & Producers…
321 Cider
Mount Langi Ghiran: Premium Tasting Tour
Every Saturday during Forage & Feast.
Enjoy a guided VIP wine tasting with local produce and a behind-the-scenes look at how the famed 'Langi Shiraz' is produced.
Minimum 6 persons $50pp includes current and back vintage icon wine tasting with paired lunch.
Featuring Central Highlands Growers & Producers…
Turret Bakehouse: Sourdough Secrets
Available every Saturday morning during Forage & Feast
5am - 10am
Maximum 4 participants per date
Each participant will become part of the sourdough secrets workshop.
But there’s a catch…
If you want to think like a baker you knead to work like a baker so class starts at 5am
Be apart of our daily bake, learning our secrets to sourdough over 5 hours
Tickets include
5 hours of a baker’s life
Breakfast included
Coffee
1x loaf of bread
$220pp
Featuring Central Highlands Growers & Producers…
Aunty Jacks: Beer & Bread
Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Session time available: 12pm, 2pm & 3pm (1 Hour approx)
Discover the tales behind the ales with a beer paddle and tasting board at Aunty Jacks.
After your experience, you are invited to stay and enjoy something from our Menu and an Aunty Jacks Beer, Wine or Cocktail.
$45 Per Person + Booking Fee,
Further details: Dietary needs can be met. Wheelchair accessible. Children welcome, however not catered for in the package.
Featuring Central Highlands Growers & Producers…
Magnolias Wine Bar & Cafe: Forage & Feast Set Menu
Available: Thursday 5pm to 9pm | Friday 12pm to 3 pm & 5 pm to 9 pm | Saturday 12 pm to 3 pm & 5 pm to 9pm | Sunday 12 pm to 3:30 pm
Gin and tonic Boozy Oysters
Salmon Ceviche l Tangi Spice l Avocado l cucumber Caviar
Eye fillet of beef l Truffle Potato Royale l heirloom Veg l Burgundy Jus
White Chocolate Panacota l sponge cake l Praline l dark chocolate rocher
Price : $90pp
To Book -
Email chefanjal@gmail.com
Or phone or txt : 0456736544
Featuring Central Highlands Growers & Producers…
Eastern Peake: Taste 41 years of winemaking craft
Every Thursday - Saturday during Forage & Feast
Cost: $110pp, bookings essential
Join us for an afternoon celebrating four decades of winemaking at Eastern Peake.
Guests will be treated to a curated flight of six wines, four from our current range and two rare cellar drops.
Served alongside a regional produce board highlighting local artisan producers.
Cheeses, charcuterie, marinated olives, condiments, pickles and sourdough baguette.
Booking links for each day as follows -
Thursday 13th February | Friday 14th February | Saturday 14th February
Featuring Central Highlands Growers & Producers…
Summerfield Wines & Wood-Fired Pizza
Every Wednesday to Sunday throughout the Forage & Feast Festival
Lunch: Wed – Sun, 12 – 3pm
Dinner: Friday & Saturday nights, 6-8pm
Mark Summerfield’s dream of bringing guests a quality menu of locally grown produce has been realised. The extensively renovated and extended café and cellar door now includes an indoor/outdoor dining space for up to 80 guests, which overlooks the beautiful winery gardens. With an emphasis on locally sourced and homegrown products, Summerfield Winery & Accommodation offers guests the best of the Pyrenees region. Summerfield specializes in wood-fired pizzas, stone baked artisan poolish sour dough breads and has a delicious gourmet deli. The perfect accompaniment to the bold, award-winning red wines the vineyard is renowned for.
Itinerant Spirits: Forage & Feast Cocktail Flight
OPENING HOURS : Wed- Thu: 12pm - 10pm | Fri - Sat: 12pm - 12am | Sun - 12pm - LATE
Sample any 3x half serve cocktails from the itinerant Spirits Summer cocktail menu, presented at your table by our friendly team. Each drink is inspired by and features products from local producers.
Learn about produce from Ballarat and surrounding businesses such as Sovereign Hill, Backyard Beekeepers, Bunyinong Blueberry Farm and more whilst sipping local spirits.
$39pp
Lake House Daylesford: Summer Table Long Lunch
Every Monday Lunch throughout Forage & Feast Festival.
Indulge in a long lunch on Mondays at Alla Wolf-Tasker’s 2 Chef Hat Lake House Restaurant throughout the Forage & Feast Festival.
A multi course a la carte menu allows you to explore various dishes, most inspired by the Lake House’s own regenerative farm, Dairy Flat ( just minutes from the flagship restaurant).
Make it a real farm to table experience with a complimentary guided tour of the beautiful Dairy Flat Farm prior to lunch.
We now produce wine, cider, honey, olive oil , pesticide free vegetables, fruit, herbs and of course all our sourdough and baked goods from our beautiful farm.
Your 45 minute tour, commencing at 11.30am comprehensively covers all our regenerative practices and offers insights into our learnings.
You may meet our bakers and probably run into our guinea fowl, geese, peacocks, alpacas and British White cows from our friends at Brooklands Regenerative Farm.
Please select “farm tour” when making your Lunch Reservation, and please note: Your selected restaurant reservation time will still apply.
Grainery Lane: G&Tea
Every Sunday. Sittings Between 2pm-5pm.
Tickets $79pp
Indulge in an unforgettable afternoon with our exclusive G&Tea experience at Grainery Lane Distillery. Perfectly tailored for milestone birthdays, baby showers, hens parties, or any special occasion, this delightful offering promises a sophisticated blend of fine spirits and gourmet treats.
Step into our charming venue, where you’ll be greeted with free-flowing Grainery Lane gin cocktails. Each handcrafted cocktail is meticulously paired with a selection of delectable bites, designed to complement and enhance the unique flavours of our premium gin. Our expert mixologists craft these exquisite cocktails using only the finest ingredients, ensuring a memorable tasting journey for you and your guests.
Relax and savour the elegant ambiance of Grainery Lane Distillery as you celebrate with friends and loved ones. The G&Tea experience offers the perfect balance of indulgence and celebration, making it an ideal choice for those looking to mark their special moments with style and grace.
Join us at Grainery Lane Distillery and raise a glass to good times, great company, and exceptional gin. Cheers to an experience that will leave a lasting impression on all who attend.
Featuring Central Highlands Growers & Producers…
Kadota Restaurant: Exclusive Premium off menu small batch Japanese Sake, Wine and regional food tasting
An opportunity to try 7 of Risa’s favourite premium small batch off menu sakes & wine producers from Japan alongside a tasting menu of small courses prepared specifically for the Sake utilizing the best our region has to offer.
Featuring Central Highlands Growers & Producers…
The Mushroom Connection / Inglenook Dairy / Mt Franklin Organics / Otoole Honey / Morningswood Farm / Sher Wagyu / Tuki Trout Farm
Live Music @ Taltarni Vineyards
Soak up the stunning beauty of the Pyrenees wine region every Sunday at Taltarni Vineyards, where live music meets award-winning wine. Nestled in the western reach of the Great Dividing Range, Taltarni's picturesque setting offers the perfect backdrop for an afternoon of relaxation and entertainment.
Discover the talent of local artists while enjoying the rich history of a region once dubbed “the natural garden of Victoria.” From gold mining in the 19th century to pioneering viticulture in the 1960s, Taltarni has been at the heart of the Pyrenees’ transformation into one of Australia’s most enchanting wine destinations.
Bring your friends, sip on exceptional wines, and let the music transport you in this unique blend of culture, history, and natural beauty.
No booking required, just come to cellar door
Featuring Central Highlands Growers & Producers…
Moonambel Gap Olives
Sommerfields
Dairy Flat Lodge & Farm: Introduction to Sourdough
At Dairy Flat Farm we focus on slow fermented sourdough baguettes and loaves. We utilise only small-scale millers and growers of non GMO grains and often incorporate herbs, flowers and vegetables from our regenerative farm in associated viennoiserie.
This workshop includes hands on tuition in and introduction to slow fermentation, sourdough baking, shaping and moulding.
Also included is a private tour of the Dairy Flat Farm vineyard, orchard, olive grove & productive herb & vegetable gardens which supply the Lake House kitchens.
Participants will also receive recipe cards, a sourdough starter, banneton basket, Dairy Flat apron & tote to take home with them.
$295pp
Pomonal Estate Brunch: A Taste of the Region's Finest Local Produce
Join us on Sunday, 9th February, from 9am to 11am for a special brunch celebrating the finest local produce from the Grampians region. Our curated menu features ingredients from valued local producers such as Blue Wren Bakery, Lakeview Organics, Bellellen Grampians Organics, Kerries Kreations, and Five Ducks Farm. Experience the best of what our region has to offer, from paddock to plate.
Perfect for those who appreciate fresh, locally sourced flavours!
Cost: Order from the menu on the day.
Bookings via email or phone number
M: 0448 983 248
Featuring Central Highlands Growers & Producers…
Five Ducks Farm
Kerries Kreations
Odessa At Leavers: Dinner and Show with Charles Maimarosia
Dinner and Show - $70pp
+Booking fees
Odessa at Leavers Hotel is excited to be part of The Forage and Feast Festival, A taste of summer in the Central Highlands.
We will be adding the sounds and tastes of the Solomon Island to the night with a feast fusing local produce from our region with our neighbours twist.
plus the Incredibly talented Charles Maimarosia will launch his album Hote' Hote'
Charles Maimarosia is an extraordinary singer, guitarist, panpipe player and storyteller, originally from the Solomon Islands and now based in Melbourne. He is renowned for being a musician of important custom knowledge, drawing equally on traditional and contemporary musical styles.
The award-winning artist has come a long way since growing up in the remote Pipisu village of Malaita. He went on a world tour for over a decade with globally recognised panpipe orchestra Narasirato, acting as their frontman, choreographer, and songwriter. Since launching his solo career, his music is making a buzz on international stages, including performances representing Australia and Solomon Islands at the G20 Summit in India and performing at WOMADelaide. He has toured widely in Australia as well, including shows at the National Folk Festival 2024 and the Blue Mountains Music Festival.
Charles will perform his new album Hote’ Hote’. The album features songs inspired by Are’ Are poems and stories, with a focus on preserving ancient cultural heritage. Be ready to be taken on a journey that shares the wisdom of his ancestors and the culture and spiritual essence of Charles’s homeland.
Featuring Central Highlands Growers & Producers…
Truffle Treasures: Picnic at the Truffle Farm
Sunday 19th January | Saturday 25th January | Sunday 2nd February | Saturday 8th February | Sunday 16th February
We are thrilled to welcome our guests to a Picnic at the Truffle Farm in the stunning Daylesford Spa Country at the beautiful Truffle Treasures farm. This delightful farm is set in a pocket of the wombat state forest and surrounded by natural bushland. Overlooking our French Oak trees, where winter truffles thrive, you'll be transported to a world of indulgence and gourmet delights in this idyllic setting.
Bask in the summer light as it dances across the Victorian spa country landscape and feel the warmth of the sun as you savour this unique experience. Immerse yourself in the beauty of nature while enjoying a gourmet picnic that promises to be both relaxing and rejuvenating.
Enjoy: A delicious picnic, prepared to showcase iconic local producers from the Central Highlands including delicacies prepared by Istra Smallgoods, Goldfields Farmhouse Cheese, Castlemaine Kitchen, Daylesford and Hepburn Springs Sparkling Mineral Water.
Cost: $85.00 per person
Beer, wine and soft drinks will be available for purchase at bar prices.
Featuring Central Highlands Growers & Producers…
Istra Smallgoods
Castlemaine Kitchen
Daylesford and Hepburn Springs Sparkling Mineral Water
321 Ciders & Wood Fired Pizzas
Every Saturday & Sunday from 12pm during Forage & Feast
$59.95 for 2 people
4 glasses of local 321 cider and 10" wood fired pizza
Bookings any time before event dates, for larger bookings please allow 2 days notice
Email - enquires@321cafe.com.au, TXT/phone 0409 104 629
Featuring Central Highlands Growers & Producers…
321 Cider
Mount Langi Ghiran: Premium Tasting Tour
Every Saturday during Forage & Feast.
Enjoy a guided VIP wine tasting with local produce and a behind-the-scenes look at how the famed 'Langi Shiraz' is produced.
Minimum 6 persons $50pp includes current and back vintage icon wine tasting with paired lunch.