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1-13
Feb

Spirited Sessions at Kilderkin Distillery

Skiffle Party

American Roots. British Style. Skiffle Party is rediscovering the excitement and intensity of this critically influential but largely overlooked genre. Join us for this high energy upbeat Americ... more
Itinerant Spirits

Itinerant Spirits

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Soldiers Hill

3-14
Feb

Valentine's Day Couples Cocktail Classes

Sip, Laugh, Love.

Looking for a Valentine’s Day experience that’s fun, interactive, and genuinely memorable? Itinerant Spirits’ Valentine’s Day Cocktail Making Class is designed especially for couples who want to d... more
Valentine's
Day

Cute as a Button

Valentines Day Special

For Valentines Day we're serving up this pretty little pink number, suitably titled Cute as a Button. Expertly crafted using two of our latest releases, Samhain Gin and Beaut Vanilla Bean Vodka, it... more
Mondegreen Cafe

Mondegreen Cafe

Cafe   $$$$$

Ballarat

Valentine's
Day

Valentine's Dinner at Mondegreen Cafe

Valentine's Pasta Pop-Up

This Valentine’s Day, we’ve created a thoughtfully curated dining experience made for sharing. Start with our freshly baked focaccia, followed by your choice of pasta. Desserts and cocktails are av... more
Gold Mines Hotel

Gold Mines Hotel

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Golden Square

Valentine's
Day

Valentines Day

Saturday 14th February

Celebrate love this Valentine’s Day at The Gold Mines Hotel. Enjoy a romantic lunch or evening meal inside the enclosed courtyard, historical dining room or in the ambient lit garden. A date full ... more
1-22
Feb

FREE live music

Sunday 22 February

Join us for 100 Moods, an indie loop artist and singer-songwriter from Ballarat performing live at our refurbished warehouse bar. Grab some friends, book a table and relax all Sunday afternoon. more
Itinerant Spirits

Itinerant Spirits

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Soldiers Hill

11 Dec 25 -
28 Feb 26

Itinerant Spirits New Summer Menu

Sip Something Special

Find your new favourite cocktails this Summer at Itinerant Spirits. Showcasing Gallivanter Gin & Vansetter Vodka, we've created the perfect list of cocktails to pair with those long, warm summer ev... more
9 Dec 25 -
28 Feb 26

Happy Hour

Fridays 4 - 7pm

Join us Friday afternoon for $10 G&Ts and $15 select cocktails. Ther perfect way to wind down your week. more
Malayan Orchid

Malayan Orchid

Asian   $$$$$

Bendigo

26-28
Feb

Celebrate Chinese New Year 2026

Lion Dances & Feast

Celebrate the Year of the Horse with us at Malayan Orchid! Join our traditional Chinese banquet featuring auspicious dishes, signature cocktails, lion dances, and firecrackers from the Bendigo Chin... more
Itinerant Spirits

Itinerant Spirits

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Soldiers Hill

8 Nov 25 -
8 Mar 26

Itinerant Spirits Distillery Tour & Tasting

Weekends from 1pm

Venture behind the curtain of Ballarat’s biggest working distillery and watch raw Western Victorian bounty transform into gin, vodka, and whiskey. The sessions run on Saturdays & Sundays from 1pm. ... more
Itinerant Spirits

Itinerant Spirits

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Soldiers Hill

8 Nov 25 -
28 Mar 26

Itinerant Spirits Cocktail Making Class

Saturdays at 3pm

With the guidance of one of our experienced mixologists, using our own Gallivanter Gin & Vansetter Vodka and a range of fresh ingredients, you'll get to create 2x cocktails (shaken and stirred) ent... more
Dosa Hut Ballarat

Dosa Hut Ballarat

Indian   $$$$$

Bakery Hill

13 Jan -
31 Mar

Delicious Dosas

Naturally gluten free

At Dosa Hut Ballarat, discover the magic of authentic South Indian dosas. Light, crisp and golden, our dosas are crafted from fermented rice and lentil batter, delivering incredible flavour and tex... more
Malayan Orchid

Malayan Orchid

Asian   $$$$$

Bendigo

4 Feb -
4 May

Authentic Asian Fusion Eats

Taste Asia With Us

We serve vibrant modern Asian fusion cuisine that artfully blends Malaysian and Chinese cookery with contemporary influences. Since 1993, we’ve crafted dishes using fresh seasonal ingredients and t... more
SoulFood Fusion House Cafe & Resto

SoulFood Fusion House Cafe & Resto

Filipino   $$$$$

Bendigo

9 Feb -
9 May

Halo-Halo Happiness

Layered with Love

At Soul Food Cuisine, our halo-halo is a Filipino-style shaved ice dessert layered with sweetened beans, fresh fruits, and jellies, then topped with creamy milk, Leche flan, purple yam jam, and pur... more
SoulFood Fusion House Cafe & Resto

SoulFood Fusion House Cafe & Resto

Filipino   $$$$$

Bendigo

9 Feb -
9 May

Sweet Tradition, Bold Flavour

Ube Biko

Our Ube Biko is a classic Filipino sweet chewy sticky rice infused with vibrant purple yam (ube) and creamy coconut, delivering rich flavour and texture in every bite. Soft, sweet, and beautifully ... more
SoulFood Fusion House Cafe & Resto

SoulFood Fusion House Cafe & Resto

Filipino   $$$$$

Bendigo

9 Feb -
9 May

Soul Food’s Most Loved Dishes

Filipino Classics

At Soul Food Cuisine, we bring authentic Filipino flavours to your plate. From our hearty Chicken Lomi Soup with fresh noodles, veggies, crispy pork, and egg, to the tangy Pickled Papaya Atchara, c... more
2 Feb 25 -
31 May 26

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
14 Mar 25 -
30 Jun 26

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
13 Mar 25 -
30 Jun 26

$24 Gin Flight

Thursday-Sunday

Delight your tastebuds with a Larrikin Gin Flight, comprising your choice of 4 x 15mL pours from our gin and gin liqueur range, accompanied by tonic or soda and a range of citrus fruit. Create your... more
1 Feb 25 -
30 Jun 26

$35 Whisky Flight

Thursday-Sunday

Discover some exceptional whisky with a customised Whisky Flight, comprising four 15mL pours of your choice, from a selection of local and Scottish spirits, including our own Goldfields Single Malt... more