Trade Manual 2021

V E N U E D E TA I L S Type Farmgate produce Capacity 50 Group facilities Cheese tastings, light meals Opening hours Daily: 10.30am-5pm F E A T U R E S • Original Yarra Valley farm property • Café seats 50 • Cheese tastings and sales of award winning, iconic cheeses • Local wines and produce • Stunning views of the Yarra Valley Yarra Valley Dairy is situated on a family- owned dairy farm right in the middle of the rolling hills of the luscious Yarra Valley. Since 1996, when the first cheese was made, Yarra Valley Dairy have been producing award-winning, fresh, soft cheeses, made in styles reminiscent of the farmhouse cheeses of France and Italy, crafting a unique range inspired by this generous region. Take in the stunning views of the Yarra Valley whilst enjoying a platter of these extraordinary, handmade cheeses with a glass of local small-batch wine. Experience a cheese tasting of wonderful produce with one of the knowledgeable staff, all in the surrounds of their beautifully refurbished 130 year old milking shed. YARRA VALLEY DA I RY 70 McMeikans Rd, Yering VIC 3770 T: +61 3 9739 1222 E: mail@yvd.com.au W: yvd.com.au V E N U E D E TA I L S Type Attraction / Garden Capacity Tour groups: 100 guests Tea rooms: 35 guests Group facilities Guided tours, dining Opening hours Feb to Sep: (Wed-Sun) 10am-4pm, Oct-Jan: (Wed-Sun) 9am-5pm Closed Christmas Day and Good Friday F E A T U R E S • Year-round lavender on show • Tea rooms, gift shop selling lavender products • Fabulous photo opportunities in 1991, Warratina was just a small hobby farm. Now, the farm is home to over 10,000 lavender plants spread amongst 10 acres of beautiful farmland. Peak season runs from November until the end of January however lavender is available to view year round. Experience the tranquil surroundings and breathe in the fragrances of lavender. Stand amongst the lavender against the backdrop of the Yarra Ranges. When visiting, learn about the different varieties and uses of lavender, the plants’ life cycle, and how and when Warratina harvest and dry the flowers. Explore the lavender fields and homestead garden, enjoy a delicious lavender tea or lavender ice-cream, try a lavender scone at the lavender tea room and visit the gift shop. WARRAT I NA LAVENDER FARM 105 Quayle Road, Wandin North VIC 3139 T: +61 3 5964 4650 E: inf o@warratinalavender.com.au W: warratinalavender.com.au V E N U E D E TA I L S Type Attraction / Restaurant Capacity 500 guests Group facilities Free Entry. Private rooms for booked workshops Opening hours Daily: 9am to 5pm F E A T U R E S • 2000 sqm Chocolaterie with all production in view • 40 acres of grounds, stunning views • Free Entry and tastings • 300 seat all day café. • Hosted chocolate tasting and making workshops A destination for chocolate lovers of all ages. Entry is free to the spectacular Chocolaterie set on 40 acres of landscaped gardens and grounds with picturesque Valley views. Enjoy abundant free chocolate tastings, watch European Chocolatiers handcraft 350 different chocolate products and be amazed at our stunning showroom choc-filled with thousands of couverture chocolate delights. Indulge in a delicious selection of house- made ice creams or relax in the all-day 300 seat Café serving breakfast, lunch and specialising in decadent sweet treats. There is always seasonal fun and festivals happening here and a wide range of chocolate tasting and making sessions. YARRA VALLEY CHOCOLATERIE & ICE CREAMERY 35 Old Healesville Road, Yarra Glen, Vic 3775 T: +61 3 9730 2777 E: mail@yvci.com.au W: yvci.com.au ATTRACTIONS, ACTIVITIES & TOURS ATTRACTIONS, ACTIVITIES & TOURS 51