Top Victoria Dining Experiences

Enjoy a 6-hour catamaran tour of The Prom. Sail to Wilsons Promontory National Park and marvel at humpback whales as they migrate south. See the historic lighthouse, Refuge Cove, and Waterloo Bay. This cruise includes tea, snacks, and a delicious homemade lunch. The boat features indoor and outdoor decks for passengers’ comfort.

Taste your way through the entire Brown Brothers’ Prosecco range as you indulge in a gourmet spread of freshly baked sweets and pastries, local Milawa cheeses, house-made delicacies, terrines and seasonal fruits. Chill out in your very own private Prosecco Lounge, just the 2 of you or grab your friends and make a group of up to 12 guests. Your Brunch finishes at 11am leaving you plenty of time to continue your independent exploration of the King Valley.

The tasting is held in the cellar door which is the original stables and still includes historic features such as the stable doors. Visit the working winery and see the production first hand.

Explore Victoria’s wine country and wildlife on a combo tour of the historic Tahbilk Winery followed by an eco wetlands walk. Learn about traditional and modern wine-making methods at one of Australia’s oldest wineries, and then try your hand at blending your own bottle of wine to take home. A 2-course lunch of inspired seasonal cuisine, paired with wine and served overlooking the wetlands, rounds out a delightful day in the country.

Enjoy a private and authentic four-course meal in a local Melbourne home with your host Ella. This is a perfect experience for anyone looking to connect with local culture over food. Ella lives in a lovely art deco apartment with retro styling in inner Melbourne. Ella loves to cook contemporary Australian food with produce, herbs and spices sourced from aboriginal farms. Enjoy dishes such as king prawns with finger limes (pearls of citrus flavor, native to Australia), kangaroo in a rich pepper sauce and a fresh tomato salad with samphire (a sea vegetable native to the Australian coastline), followed by a delicious dessert. Join this welcoming local for an unforgettable cultural and culinary experience using native produce in Melbourne!

Explore the coastal wilderness of the Wilsons Promontory National Park on this full-day cruise by catamaran. Spot whales(seasonal) and dolphins as you sail the east coast of Wilsons Prom.  Spot whales and dolphins as you sail across the Bass Strait; get up close to Australian fur seals at the Kanowna Island sanctuary; and see landmarks like Skull Rock, Wilsons Promontory Lighthouse and Glennie Island. After a delicious on-board lunch (included), cool off by swimming and snorkeling in Refuge Cove.

Witness the spectacular coastal scenery of Australia on a 4-hour whale watching cruise around Phillip Island. Climb aboard a stylish vessel with a professional guide and scour the sea for sightings of rare wildlife. See thousands of fur seals at Seal Rocks; keep your eyes peeled for rare seabirds like the shy albatross and little penguin; and marvel at dolphins diving out of the water with incredible grace. With luck, enjoy the unforgettable experience of watching humpback whales in their natural environment on this exhilarating cruise.

Indulge in the culinary delights of the Yarra Valley on this full-day food and wine tour. Learn about regional wines at two boutique wineries and visit a local brewery to tap beer. Plus, satisfy your sweet tooth with samples of handmade chocolates and ice cream at the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie and Ice-Creamery. Socialize with other passengers as you cruise through the beautiful valley aboard a mini-coach equipped with storage space for cooler boxes for any food and wine purchases along the way.

So you may not be visiting the Amalfi Coast or the Venice Canals for a little while but a visit to the Yarra Valley with Italy in the Yarra Valley will have you experiencing food and wine in a region that is rich in Italian Heritage. There won't be flight delays or jet lag for this journey to the Yarra Valley for an all Italian day with the inclusion of two of the best Italian restaurants to choose from for lunch and 2 premium wine tasting events. Italian food is the first choice when it comes to comfort and everyday eating, simple, delicious and accessible with enticing menus of Mediterranean flavours, artisan pastas, cold pressed olive oils, gourmet sauces, ravioli, pappardelle and tortelini, arancini, black truffles, local tomatoes and herbs and fresh seasonal produce gown in the Yarra Valley The Yarra Valley matches your dining experience with many Italian varieties of alongside the popular styles of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir popular in the Yarra Valley.

You'll get hands-on training from our experienced chefs as well as a tour of the property from farmers with 17 years experience. You'll learn new cooking techniques that you'll be able to use in your own kitchen and create a dish using ingredients grown on our farm!

Paddock to plate food at Green Olive at Red Hill … roll up your sleeves and joining the farmer in the paddock and the chef in the kitchen. You will tour the property learning about biological farming, olive oil and table olives, sustainable vineyard practices and why ‘terroir’ plays such an important role in producing great wines. Learn all about seasonal produce in the ‘kitchen’ garden, while touching, feeling, smelling and being a part of the food you will then cook. Then guided by our chef use your culinary skills to create a true “paddock to plate dish.” Once the hard work is done sit down and enjoy your food creation with a glass of Estate Grown Wine.

Green Olive at Red Hill is a whole farm experience. We grow olives, grapes, herbs and veggies, raise sheep, chooks and pigs as well as use fresh produce from local farmers to create a range of tapas and wine you’ll love! Enjoy a guided tour of of our farm learning about our biological approach to farming and our paddock to plate food production. You will also learn about the water, waste and energy aspects of the properties sustainability program. After the tour you can sit down, admire the view of the vineyard, the kitchen garden and the ducks on the dam whilst enjoying a selection of seasonal farm grown tapas dishes with a glass of estate grown wine. It will certainly be farm experience to remember.

Green Olive at Red Hill is a whole farm experience. We grow olives, grapes, herbs and veggies, raise sheep, chooks and pigs, and use fresh produce from local farmers to create a range of tapas and wines you’ll love! Our Matching Food and Wine Experience enables you to enjoy Green Olive at Red Hill produce with matching Estate Grown wines. We will guide you through a tasting of 5 wines matched with 5 bite-size tapas dishes especially created to walk your tastebuds around our property. This is the perfect opportunity to enjoy a small taste of the Peninsula!

Green Olive at Red Hill is a whole farm experience. We grow olives, grapes, herbs and veggies, raise sheep, chooks and pigs as well as use fresh produce from local farmers to create a range of tapas and wine you’ll love! Sit down, admire the view of the vineyard, the kitchen garden and the ducks on the dam whilst enjoying a selection of seasonal farm grown tapas dishes with a glass of estate grown wine. It will certainly be farm experience to remember.

Green Olive at Red Hill is a whole farm experience. We grow olives, grapes, herbs and veggies, raise sheep, chooks and pigs as well as use fresh produce from local farmers to create a range of tapas and wine you’ll love! Sit down, admire the view of the vineyard, the kitchen garden and the ducks on the dam whilst enjoying a selection of seasonal farm grown tapas dishes with a glass of estate grown wine or cordial for the children. While you are enjoying lunch the children can colour in our farm animals activity page or have a run in the fresh country air. After lunch enjoy a walk around the kitchen garden, chat with our kelpie dogs or even find the free range Isa Brown chooks who are guarded by Pisa the Maremma. If you still have some energy enjoy a bounce on our olympic size trampoline. A great day out for all the family!

Green Olive at Red Hill is a whole farm experience. We grow olives, grapes, herbs and veggies, raise sheep, chooks and pigs as well as use fresh produce from local farmers to create a range of tapas and wine you’ll love! Sit down, admire the view of the vineyard, the kitchen garden and the ducks on the dam whilst enjoying a selection of seasonal farm grown tapas dishes with a glass of estate grown wine. It will certainly be farm experience to remember.

Enjoy an authentic taste of the Yarra Valley on this full-day ecotour from Melbourne. Visit local farmers, family-run wineries, and artisan producers as you travel through the patchwork of vineyards and farmlands. Stop along the way to indulge in wine tasting at De Bortoli winery; sample scrumptious handmade chocolates at the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie; and enjoy a delicious lunch at Rochford Winery. That’s not all: other stops include Yarra Valley Dairy and Yering Station.

I’m your personal guide on this fantastic full-day wine tasting tour. Visiting the very best wine growing area in Australia. Travelling in the company’s Mercedes Benz Tourbus 12 seater from Melbourne city Center, we take the 1-hour drive to the Yarra Valley wine area. I guide you around 3 or 4 wineries depending on your time frame leaving at 9 am and returning around 6 pm. You will be tasting the very best of Australian wine famous worldwide for its cool climate wines from Pinot Chardonnay and Shiraz. The group is escorted around the vineyards with a 2-course lunch at one of the large venues. Depending on when you book and the number of guests, this would be Wood Fire Pizza Chicken Beef Fish or Pasta from venues I have chosen myself. I just love showing visitors to Melbourne this beautiful area. You are taken care of every step of the way. This is my own business, One of which I am very proud of and I can’t wait to meet you. Adrian

See Melbourne’s top sights from a unique perspective during this Sunday dinner cruise along the Yarra River. Climb aboard your fully enclosed floating restaurant and watch as the city starts to come to life while you enjoy a 3-course dinner with drinks. Pass by Flinders Station, the Royal Botanic Gardens, Federation Square and more over the course of this relaxing evening—the perfect way to end a weekend.

Spend an evening on the Yarra River during this Melbourne dinner cruise. As you admire the twinkling city lights reflecting on the water, enjoy a 4-course gourmet meal inclusive of beverages. This fine dining experience includes beer, wine, and spirits, as well as coffee, tea, dessert, port, and a cheese plate. Cruise past attractions like Federation Square and the Royal Botanic Gardens while soaking up the elegant and relaxing atmosphere of the boat.

Indulge in a seasonally-inspired Chef’s Menu featuring a selection of the finest local produce with a glass of wine matched to each course. Your main course will be served with a side dish to share. A De Bortoli premium wine served with your entree and main and you will finish the lunch with a glass of our Internationally acclaimed Noble One served with your dessert. Includes tea, coffee and home-made biscotti.

Healesville Sanctuary, De Bortoli Wines and the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery have created the perfect Yarra Valley self-drive day out. Experience this self-drive Yarra Valley wine and wildlife day tour as you explore what there is to offer in the Yarra Valley in your own time. Start your day at Healesville Sanctuary with a personal guide followed by a visit to the De Bortoli winery where you will indulge in a two-course lunch, taste climate wines and finish up with chocolate tastings at the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie and Ice Creamery.

Tour the Mornington Peninsula, sample delicious wines, and learn about local wine production. Head to Montalto Vineyard and Olive Grove, a beautiful family-owned estate know for its cool climate wines. Enjoy an educational wine tasting well suited to both novices and experts. Lunch on fresh seasonal ingredients in the Alfresco piazza and explore the estate’s sculpture garden before your tour concludes.

Enjoy an exclusive experience at the Montalto Vineyard with a guided tour of the estate, private wine tasting, and a delectable 3-course lunch paired with wine. Located in the stunning Mornington Peninsula just a short drive from Melbourne, Montalto Vineyard includes a working vineyard and olive grove, berry farm, fruit orchard and kitchen gardens. Your private wine tasting features single vineyard wines, and the 3-course lunch showcases the restaurant’s use of fresh local ingredients to make dishes that are complimented by matching wines.