Kid Friendly Cafes in Melbourne's West including, Maribyrnong, Hobsons Bay, Brimbank and Wyndham. Happy River Cafe, Leroys, Jellybread, Butcher 128, Shadowfax and more
McGlashans Estate has been a hidden gem of a winery for many years. Now Russell and Jan have taken a side step in the biz, while their daughters and son in laws have introduced Farm Dog Brewery, with craft beer AND a gin distillery!
Read MoreYet another fantastic Bellarine Winery - with water views, stunning vineyards, great food in a stunning and open space.
Read MoreWell this is something very special. Mamma has made no secret of her love of the Bellarine and all it has to offer - the wineries, the foodie destinations, the beaches and ferry, and well, this combines ALL of that into one unforgettable experience and a very cute boat called Valerie.
Read MoreWe love Bennetts on Bellarine Winery! It’s more rustic than the other wineries in this area, but it is relaxed and fun and delicious.
Read MoreYet ANOTHER great option for lunch or dinner in Portarlington. The NEW Food Park is a cute open air food park just a block in from the main street. With coffee and treats from Miss Buzz in the am, and food trucks, beer and cocktails in the PM.
Read MoreThe Portarlington Bakehouse is the PERFECT place to grab a bite to eat after a nice long walk along Portarlington beach and a play at the park!
Read MoreNelly’s At The Pier in Queenscliff is a pet friendly, family based cafe with amazing food, drinks and a super relaxed atmosphere.
Read MoreEating anywhere near the water is amazing and Pier St is no exception! Sitting at the bottom of the hill in Portarlington and right next to the pier is this lovely cafe where you can sit outside under the festoon lights and umbrellas, dine on some amazing seafood and feel the gentle sea breeze.
Read MoreThe historic Portarlington Grand Hotel on the Bellarine has completed her full make over recently and it is STUNNING.
This old girl has been transformed from an old tired institution to the jewel of Portarlington.
Take your little creatures for a visit to Little Creatures in Geelong!
Read MoreWhat an awesome spot! Woodend is such a cool little town in its own right and it’s also the perfect pit-stop on the way to and from lots of other great places and we love the great little play area for the kids.
Read MoreCliffy's has super friendly staff, kids menu and colouring in - and great food. With it’s old general store feel it is so gorgeous, cozy and full of character. It is definitely one of the icons of the area and a MUST visit!
Read MoreMamma says that if you can drive past Bourkies without stopping for a bite then you must be crazy! This iconic bakery has been serving up the best meat pies, sausage rolls, vanilla slices and more for 30 years!
Read MoreWhat could be better on a sunny day than to be hanging out with friends and family, in gorgeous surrounds, drinking cider & eating wood fired pizza, while the kids run around freely on the luscious green grass? Nothing! There is nothing better.
Read MoreMamma says next time you are on the road in the Swan Bay area and you see the big Piknik sign - take it as a GOOD SIGN to stop and drop in for a bite. This converted old Golden Fleece roadhouse has charm, FANTASTIC food and super friendly service.
Read MoreThe great Chocolate Easter Bunny is visiting each Saturday and Sunday in the lead up to Easter.
Read MoreThis is paradise. Wonderful wine, beautiful views of the bay and great food. That's all you need right!?
Read MoreUpon entering the property you walk through the entry gardens only to discover the amazing water views. The white tables and umbrellas make it feel like you're in the south of France but nope - you are in Swan Bay.
Read MoreWhat would you say if Mamma told you there was a cafe with great food, outdoor seating, a playground right next door, an amazing beach over the road and a river full of ducks and their ducklings a few metres away? You'd say - "point me in that direction Mamma!" Well that direction is along The Great Ocean Road past Lorne to the divine hamlet of Wye River. A Mamma favourite for many years.
Read MoreInspiring families in Melbourne's West to uncover amazing stuff nearby. You will find inside local knowledge on parks, playgrounds, cafes, family activities, markets and more all waiting to be uncovered, rediscovered and enjoyed.
