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Black Cat Truffles by Liam Downes

Black Cat Truffles by Liam Downes

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Wattle Flat

12 Chef Hat Award
21 Aug 25 -
25 Oct 26

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 Chef Hat Award
21 Aug -
1 Dec

Spring Dining 2025

Bookings open 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

12 Chef Hat Award
21 Aug 25 -
1 Jul 26

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
Kilderkin Distillery

Kilderkin Distillery

   Open Now

Ballarat

2 Feb -
31 Dec

Gin Distilling Masterclass

Love Gin? Create your own

Step up to the still and create a bottle that’s uniquely you. Enjoy a welcome drink on arrival followed by a guided gin tasting exploring different botanicals. Then craft your own gin on a 2.5 litr... more
Black Cat Truffles by Liam Downes

Black Cat Truffles by Liam Downes

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Wattle Flat

12 Chef Hat Award
21 Aug 25 -
1 Mar 26

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
Kilderkin Distillery

Kilderkin Distillery

   Open Now

Ballarat

14 Mar -
31 Dec

G&T Toastie special

Friday-Sunday

Treat yourself to one of our G&T Toastie specials. Not just any toastie - MasterChef Time Bone creates three specialty combinations each week for you to choose from, with meat and vegetarian option... more
Sanguine Estate

Sanguine Estate

   Open Now

Heathcote

3 Jul -
30 Nov

Join the Kinship Club

15% off RRP

Create your own 2-dozen pack and unlock exclusive member benefits! Enjoy 15% off all wine purchases (online, in person, or at events), early access to special offers like the Progeny Shiraz pre-rel... more
Sanguine Estate

Sanguine Estate

   Open Now

Heathcote

3 Jul -
30 Nov

Step Up to the Affinity Club

20% off RRP

Create your own 3-dozen pack and enjoy 20% off all wine purchases—whether online, at events, over the phone, or at our cellar door. As an Affinity member, you’ll get first access to museum wines, p... more
Alium Dining

Alium Dining

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Bendigo

14 Chef Hat Award
18 Jul -
20 Sep

Fresh, Fast & Flavourful: Express Lunches at Alium Dining

Book Now!

Alium Dining presents Express Lunches. Enjoy fast, seasonal two or three-course lunches perfect for a midweek treat or a quick catch-up. Priced at just $49 for 2 courses or $65 for 3, the weekly-ch... more
Alium Dining

Alium Dining

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Bendigo

14 Chef Hat Award
18 Jul -
27 Sep

Your Midweek Escape

Visit Us Today!

Weekday plans? Sorted. Escape the everyday with Alium’s relaxed midweek offering—think crisp wines, fresh oysters, handcrafted cocktails, and shareable seasonal plates. Whether it’s a lingering lun... more
Alium Dining

Alium Dining

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Bendigo

14 Chef Hat Award
18 Jul -
25 Oct

Where Conversations & Cuisine Meet

Weekend Vibes, Always On

Curated plates, crafted cocktails and conversations that linger - Alium sets the scene for connection and flavour worth slowing down for. Whether it’s a midweek catch-up or a weekend celebration, e... more
The Social Bar & Eating House

The Social Bar & Eating House

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Bendigo

26 Jul -
26 Sep

Bottomless Brunch

Every Saturday

Our Bottomless Brunch is perfect for special occasions or just a catch-up with friends. It consists of 5 of our favourite dishes at $40 per head and you have the choice of a bottomless drinks packa... more
The Social Bar & Eating House

The Social Bar & Eating House

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Bendigo

22 Jul -
22 Sep

Happy Hour

Tuesday to Friday 4-6 pm

Join us for drinks afterwork every weekday for great specials on wine, basics, beer and cocktails. Click on more info to book: more
Kilderkin Distillery

Kilderkin Distillery

   Open Now

Ballarat

Father's
Day

Fathers Day at Kilderkin

Sunday 7 September

Treat dad to a MasterChef Tim Bone toastie, perfectly paired with a Boilermaker - a shot of our spirit and a cold craft beer - and because no dad experience is complete without a groan-worthy pun, ... more
Black Cat Truffles by Liam Downes

Black Cat Truffles by Liam Downes

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Wattle Flat

12 Chef Hat Award
21 Aug -
26 Oct

October Seafood Degustation

Book now

Celebrating the Best of the Sea in the Heart of the Land Join us at Black Cat Truffles for an elegant seafood-focused degustation lunch, where the finest Australian coastal produce meets the cre... more
Black Cat Truffles by Liam Downes

Black Cat Truffles by Liam Downes

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Wattle Flat

12 Chef Hat Award
21 Aug -
5 Oct

Seasons in the Glass- Meredith wines Vintage launch

Book now

Celebrate the arrival of spring with Seasons in the Glass - a seasonal degustation experience at Black Cat Truffles that pays homage to the fresh, hyper-local ingredients of the region and the vibr... more
Black Cat Truffles by Liam Downes

Black Cat Truffles by Liam Downes

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Wattle Flat

12 Chef Hat Award
21 Aug -
25 Dec

Christmas in the Truffiere

Bookings open now

Celebrate the magic of Christmas with an unforgettable Degustation Lunch set amidst the serene beauty of our Truffière. Indulge in a carefully curated multi-course menu showcasing the finest season... more
Sanguine Estate

Sanguine Estate

   Open Now

Heathcote

20-21
Sep

Budburst Celebration: Exclusive Pour Wine Tasting

20 & 21 September 2025

Celebrate spring at Sanguine Estate’s Budburst Celebration: Exclusive Pour Wine Tasting, 20–21 September from 11am–5pm. Taste new releases and rare, limited-volume wines, including the 2024 Sparkli... more
Sanguine Estate

Sanguine Estate

   Open Now

Heathcote

20
Sep

Pizza & Wine Lunch VALUE COMBO

Saturday 20 September

Enjoy a relaxed Pizza & Wine Lunch at Sanguine Estate on Saturday, 20 September from 12–2pm. For just $30, indulge in a gourmet pizza by Antimo, a glass of premium wine, and a FREE tasting of Exclu... more
Sanguine Estate

Sanguine Estate

   Open Now

Heathcote

21
Sep

Paella & Wine Lunch VALUE COMBO

Sunday 21 September

Join us on Sunday, 21 September at Sanguine Estate for a Paella & Wine Lunch from 12–2pm. Enjoy two paella options by Little Sangria, a glass of wine, and a FREE tasting of Exclusive Pour wines—all... more