Available every Saturday morning during Forage & Feast
5am - 10am
Maximum 4 participants per date

Each participant will become part of the sourdough secrets workshop.

But there’s a catch….

If you want to think like a baker you knead to work like a baker so class starts at 5am

Be apart of our daily bake, learning our secrets to sourdough over 5 hours

Tickets include

• 5 hours of a baker’s life

• Breakfast included

• Coffee

• 1x loaf of bread

$220pp

Featuring Central Highlands Growers & Producers…

• The Turret Bakehouse

• Sunnybank Farm

• Salt Kitchen Charcuterie

• Inglenook Dairy

FREE ENTRY

FAMILY FRIENDLY | LAWN GAMES | SEASONAL PLATTERS | WINE TASTING

LIVE MUSIC 1-4PM

GATES OPEN 11AM

Wheelchair Friendly No bookings necessary

email - info@wombatforestwines.com

Mob 0427239334/0408799187

Featuring Central Highlands Growers & Producers…

• Goldfields Farmhouse Cheese

• Bunjil Farm

Soak up the stunning beauty of the Pyrenees wine region every Sunday at Taltarni Vineyards, where live music meets award-winning wine. Nestled in the western reach of the Great Dividing Range, Taltarni's picturesque setting offers the perfect backdrop for an afternoon of relaxation and entertainment.

Discover the talent of local artists while enjoying the rich history of a region once dubbed “the natural garden of Victoria.” From gold mining in the 19th century to pioneering viticulture in the 1960s, Taltarni has been at the heart of the Pyrenees’ transformation into one of Australia’s most enchanting wine destinations.

Bring your friends, sip on exceptional wines, and let the music transport you in this unique blend of culture, history, and natural beauty.

No booking required, just come to cellar door

Featuring Central Highlands Growers & Producers…

• Moonambel Gap Olives

• Salt Kitchen Charcuterie

• Sommerfields

Every Sunday. Sittings Between 2pm-5pm.

Tickets $79pp

Indulge in an unforgettable afternoon with our exclusive G&Tea experience at Grainery Lane Distillery. Perfectly tailored for milestone birthdays, baby showers, hens parties, or any special occasion, this delightful offering promises a sophisticated blend of fine spirits and gourmet treats.

Step into our charming venue, where you’ll be greeted with free-flowing Grainery Lane gin cocktails. Each handcrafted cocktail is meticulously paired with a selection of delectable bites, designed to complement and enhance the unique flavours of our premium gin. Our expert mixologists craft these exquisite cocktails using only the finest ingredients, ensuring a memorable tasting journey for you and your guests.

Relax and savour the elegant ambiance of Grainery Lane Distillery as you celebrate with friends and loved ones. The G&Tea experience offers the perfect balance of indulgence and celebration, making it an ideal choice for those looking to mark their special moments with style and grace.

Join us at Grainery Lane Distillery and raise a glass to good times, great company, and exceptional gin. Cheers to an experience that will leave a lasting impression on all who attend.

Featuring Central Highlands Growers & Producers…

• Grainery Lane

Available every Saturday morning during Forage & Feast
5am - 10am
Maximum 4 participants per date

Each participant will become part of the sourdough secrets workshop.

But there’s a catch….

If you want to think like a baker you knead to work like a baker so class starts at 5am

Be apart of our daily bake, learning our secrets to sourdough over 5 hours

Tickets include

• 5 hours of a baker’s life

• Breakfast included

• Coffee

• 1x loaf of bread

$220pp

Featuring Central Highlands Growers & Producers…

• The Turret Bakehouse

• Sunnybank Farm

• Salt Kitchen Charcuterie

• Inglenook Dairy

FREE ENTRY

FAMILY FRIENDLY | LAWN GAMES | SEASONAL PLATTERS | WINE TASTING

LIVE MUSIC 1-4PM

GATES OPEN 11AM

Wheelchair Friendly, No bookings necessary

email - info@wombatforestwines.com

Mob 0427239334/0408799187

Featuring Central Highlands Growers & Producers…

• Goldfields Farmhouse Cheese

• Bunjil Farm

Soak up the stunning beauty of the Pyrenees wine region every Sunday at Taltarni Vineyards, where live music meets award-winning wine. Nestled in the western reach of the Great Dividing Range, Taltarni's picturesque setting offers the perfect backdrop for an afternoon of relaxation and entertainment.

Discover the talent of local artists while enjoying the rich history of a region once dubbed “the natural garden of Victoria.” From gold mining in the 19th century to pioneering viticulture in the 1960s, Taltarni has been at the heart of the Pyrenees’ transformation into one of Australia’s most enchanting wine destinations.

Bring your friends, sip on exceptional wines, and let the music transport you in this unique blend of culture, history, and natural beauty.

No booking required, just come to cellar door

Featuring Central Highlands Growers & Producers…

• Moonambel Gap Olives

• Salt Kitchen Charcuterie

• Sommerfields

Every Sunday. Sittings Between 2pm-5pm.

Tickets $79pp

Indulge in an unforgettable afternoon with our exclusive G&Tea experience at Grainery Lane Distillery. Perfectly tailored for milestone birthdays, baby showers, hens parties, or any special occasion, this delightful offering promises a sophisticated blend of fine spirits and gourmet treats.

Step into our charming venue, where you’ll be greeted with free-flowing Grainery Lane gin cocktails. Each handcrafted cocktail is meticulously paired with a selection of delectable bites, designed to complement and enhance the unique flavours of our premium gin. Our expert mixologists craft these exquisite cocktails using only the finest ingredients, ensuring a memorable tasting journey for you and your guests.

Relax and savour the elegant ambiance of Grainery Lane Distillery as you celebrate with friends and loved ones. The G&Tea experience offers the perfect balance of indulgence and celebration, making it an ideal choice for those looking to mark their special moments with style and grace.

Join us at Grainery Lane Distillery and raise a glass to good times, great company, and exceptional gin. Cheers to an experience that will leave a lasting impression on all who attend.

Featuring Central Highlands Growers & Producers…

• Grainery Lane

Available every Saturday morning during Forage & Feast
5am - 10am
Maximum 4 participants per date

Each participant will become part of the sourdough secrets workshop.

But there’s a catch….

If you want to think like a baker you knead to work like a baker so class starts at 5am

Be apart of our daily bake, learning our secrets to sourdough over 5 hours

Tickets include

• 5 hours of a baker’s life

• Breakfast included

• Coffee

• 1x loaf of bread

$220pp

Featuring Central Highlands Growers & Producers…

• The Turret Bakehouse

• Sunnybank Farm

• Salt Kitchen Charcuterie

• Inglenook Dairy

A rare opportunity to take front row seats at an exclusive dinner hosted by food writer Richard Cornish as part of the Medieval to Metal exhibition. Enjoy several courses prepared by progressive Ballarat chefs including Hotel Canberra’s Jigs Liwanag, Damien Jones of Mr Jones Dining, The Shared Table’s Dianne Ray, Liam Downes of Black Cat Truffles and Peasant’s Doug Kerr.

$160pp

Soak up the stunning beauty of the Pyrenees wine region every Sunday at Taltarni Vineyards, where live music meets award-winning wine. Nestled in the western reach of the Great Dividing Range, Taltarni's picturesque setting offers the perfect backdrop for an afternoon of relaxation and entertainment.

Discover the talent of local artists while enjoying the rich history of a region once dubbed “the natural garden of Victoria.” From gold mining in the 19th century to pioneering viticulture in the 1960s, Taltarni has been at the heart of the Pyrenees’ transformation into one of Australia’s most enchanting wine destinations.

Bring your friends, sip on exceptional wines, and let the music transport you in this unique blend of culture, history, and natural beauty.

No booking required, just come to cellar door

Featuring Central Highlands Growers & Producers…

• Moonambel Gap Olives

• Salt Kitchen Charcuterie

• Sommerfields

An opportunity to try 7 of Risa’s favourite premium small batch off menu’s sake & wine producers from Japan alongside a tasting meu of small courses prepared specifically for the Sake utilizing the best our region has to offer.

Featuring Central Highlands Growers & Producers…

The Mushroom Connection / Inglenook Dairy / Mt Franklin Organics / Otoole Honey / Morningswood Farm / Sher Wagyu / Tuki Trout Farm 

Every Sunday. Sittings Between 2pm-5pm.

Tickets $79pp

Indulge in an unforgettable afternoon with our exclusive G&Tea experience at Grainery Lane Distillery. Perfectly tailored for milestone birthdays, baby showers, hens parties, or any special occasion, this delightful offering promises a sophisticated blend of fine spirits and gourmet treats.

Step into our charming venue, where you’ll be greeted with free-flowing Grainery Lane gin cocktails. Each handcrafted cocktail is meticulously paired with a selection of delectable bites, designed to complement and enhance the unique flavours of our premium gin. Our expert mixologists craft these exquisite cocktails using only the finest ingredients, ensuring a memorable tasting journey for you and your guests.

Relax and savour the elegant ambiance of Grainery Lane Distillery as you celebrate with friends and loved ones. The G&Tea experience offers the perfect balance of indulgence and celebration, making it an ideal choice for those looking to mark their special moments with style and grace.

Join us at Grainery Lane Distillery and raise a glass to good times, great company, and exceptional gin. Cheers to an experience that will leave a lasting impression on all who attend.

Featuring Central Highlands Growers & Producers…

• Grainery Lane

Available every Saturday morning during Forage & Feast
5am - 10am
Maximum 4 participants per date

Each participant will become part of the sourdough secrets workshop.

But there’s a catch….

If you want to think like a baker you knead to work like a baker so class starts at 5am

Be apart of our daily bake, learning our secrets to sourdough over 5 hours

Tickets include

• 5 hours of a baker’s life

• Breakfast included

• Coffee

• 1x loaf of bread

$220pp

Featuring Central Highlands Growers & Producers…

• The Turret Bakehouse

• Sunnybank Farm

• Salt Kitchen Charcuterie

• Inglenook Dairy

Dinner and Show - $70pp

+Booking fees

Odessa at Leavers Hotel is excited to be part of The Forage and Feast Festival, A taste of summer in the Central Highlands.  

We will be adding the sounds and tastes of the Solomon Island to the night with a feast fusing local produce from our region with our neighbours twist.

plus the Incredibly talented Charles Maimarosia will launch his album  Hote' Hote' 

Charles Maimarosia is an extraordinary singer, guitarist, panpipe player and storyteller, originally from the Solomon Islands and now based in Melbourne. He is renowned for being a musician of important custom knowledge, drawing equally on traditional and contemporary musical styles.

The award-winning artist has come a long way since growing up in the remote Pipisu village of Malaita. He went on a world tour for over a decade with globally recognised panpipe orchestra Narasirato, acting as their frontman, choreographer, and songwriter. Since launching his solo career, his music is making a buzz on international stages, including performances representing Australia and Solomon Islands at the G20 Summit in India and performing at WOMADelaide. He has toured widely in Australia as well, including shows at the National Folk Festival 2024 and the Blue Mountains Music Festival.

Charles will perform his new album Hote’ Hote’. The album features songs inspired by Are’ Are poems and stories, with a focus on preserving ancient cultural heritage. Be ready to be taken on a journey that shares the wisdom of his ancestors and the culture and spiritual essence of Charles’s homeland.

Featuring Central Highlands Growers & Producers…

• Red Duck

• Eastern Peake Winery

Soak up the stunning beauty of the Pyrenees wine region every Sunday at Taltarni Vineyards, where live music meets award-winning wine. Nestled in the western reach of the Great Dividing Range, Taltarni's picturesque setting offers the perfect backdrop for an afternoon of relaxation and entertainment.

Discover the talent of local artists while enjoying the rich history of a region once dubbed “the natural garden of Victoria.” From gold mining in the 19th century to pioneering viticulture in the 1960s, Taltarni has been at the heart of the Pyrenees’ transformation into one of Australia’s most enchanting wine destinations.

Bring your friends, sip on exceptional wines, and let the music transport you in this unique blend of culture, history, and natural beauty.

No booking required, just come to cellar door

Featuring Central Highlands Growers & Producers…

• Moonambel Gap Olives

• Salt Kitchen Charcuterie

• Sommerfields

An opportunity to try 7 of Risa’s favourite premium small batch off menu’s sake & wine producers from Japan alongside a tasting meu of small courses prepared specifically for the Sake utilizing the best our region has to offer.

Featuring Central Highlands Growers & Producers…

The Mushroom Connection / Inglenook Dairy / Mt Franklin Organics / Otoole Honey / Morningswood Farm / Sher Wagyu / Tuki Trout Farm 

Every Sunday. Sittings Between 2pm-5pm.

Tickets $79pp

Indulge in an unforgettable afternoon with our exclusive G&Tea experience at Grainery Lane Distillery. Perfectly tailored for milestone birthdays, baby showers, hens parties, or any special occasion, this delightful offering promises a sophisticated blend of fine spirits and gourmet treats.

Step into our charming venue, where you’ll be greeted with free-flowing Grainery Lane gin cocktails. Each handcrafted cocktail is meticulously paired with a selection of delectable bites, designed to complement and enhance the unique flavours of our premium gin. Our expert mixologists craft these exquisite cocktails using only the finest ingredients, ensuring a memorable tasting journey for you and your guests.

Relax and savour the elegant ambiance of Grainery Lane Distillery as you celebrate with friends and loved ones. The G&Tea experience offers the perfect balance of indulgence and celebration, making it an ideal choice for those looking to mark their special moments with style and grace.

Join us at Grainery Lane Distillery and raise a glass to good times, great company, and exceptional gin. Cheers to an experience that will leave a lasting impression on all who attend.

Featuring Central Highlands Growers & Producers…

• Grainery Lane

Available every Saturday morning during Forage & Feast
5am - 10am
Maximum 4 participants per date

Each participant will become part of the sourdough secrets workshop.

But there’s a catch….

If you want to think like a baker you knead to work like a baker so class starts at 5am

Be apart of our daily bake, learning our secrets to sourdough over 5 hours

Tickets include

• 5 hours of a baker’s life

• Breakfast included

• Coffee

• 1x loaf of bread

$220pp

Featuring Central Highlands Growers & Producers…

• The Turret Bakehouse

• Sunnybank Farm

• Salt Kitchen Charcuterie

• Inglenook Dairy

Presented by Woady Yaloak Historical Society

$110per person

Experience a unique culinary adventure as we take you on a journey along the stunning Ballarat to Skipton Rail Trail, including a picnic on the historic Nimons Bridge.

Itinerary:

• 10:30am: Meet at the Courthouse Hotel, Smythesdale, to begin your journey.

• 11:00am: Enjoy complimentary canapés and a drink at the Scarsdale Hotel.

• 12:00pm: Arrive at Nimons Bridge for a picturesque picnic featuring a picnic lunch with locally sourced food, paired with two complimentary drinks.

• 2:30pm: Return to the Courthouse Hotel, Smythesdale, for live music, drinks, and a relaxed atmosphere to cap off your day.

Immerse yourself in the flavours of the region and the beauty of this iconic landmark. Perfect for foodies and nature enthusiasts alike, this event promises to be a delightful celebration of local produce, stunning landscapes, and great company.

Featuring Central Highlands Growers & Producers…

• Meredith Dairy

• John Harbour Quality Butcher

Soak up the stunning beauty of the Pyrenees wine region every Sunday at Taltarni Vineyards, where live music meets award-winning wine. Nestled in the western reach of the Great Dividing Range, Taltarni's picturesque setting offers the perfect backdrop for an afternoon of relaxation and entertainment.

Discover the talent of local artists while enjoying the rich history of a region once dubbed “the natural garden of Victoria.” From gold mining in the 19th century to pioneering viticulture in the 1960s, Taltarni has been at the heart of the Pyrenees’ transformation into one of Australia’s most enchanting wine destinations.

Bring your friends, sip on exceptional wines, and let the music transport you in this unique blend of culture, history, and natural beauty.

No booking required, just come to cellar door

Featuring Central Highlands Growers & Producers…

• Moonambel Gap Olives

• Salt Kitchen Charcuterie

• Sommerfields

I love foraging, I love growing and I want to make the very most of what I find and what I grow.

Preserving for beginners offers all the skills needed to preserve the taste of summer, the cool of winter and the red of autumn.

This class is jam packed with information and is focused on three methods of Food Preserving:

• Fermenting

• Dehydrating

• Boiling Hot Water Bath Method.

The Boiling Hot Water Bath Method is the most information heavy of the three hence I will spend 1/2 of the class on this method.

I will provide comprehensive notes on all three methods to you via email before the class.

In many preserving classes you are taught recipes but rarely are you taught the principles that underpin these recipes. Without an understanding of the principles, you are left always wondering if what you have done will last, if it is safe and safe to share. The notes I will provide you will include links to recipes, but the focus of this class is on understanding “how to preserve” “how to make that preserve safe” & “how to make that preserve last”.

Preserving is easy, that is why so many homemakers get involved, it is also very rewarding.

There is a great deal to learn initially and at first it can seem overwhelming, but once learned it is deeply gratifying, empowering and something of great value to share with others.

What you will learn:

• Acidity; its role in preserving, how to measure pH and what the pH of a preserve should be

• How to determine the acidity naturally found in raw ingredients

• Elevation; how elevation affects preserving times, how to determine if you are at elevation and how to adjust for elevation

• Raw Pack and Hot Pack method

• The role of sugar, salt, heat, time, and acidity

• How to sterilise jars and when not to pre sterilise jars

• How to accurately pack food into jars

• Preserving Organisations and their recipes

• How does the Australian Fowler’s method differ from The National Centre for Home Food Preservation

I will showcase a range of ferments, dehydrated foods including flowers, & preserves.

We will make: One ferment, One dehydrated food, One Preserve

This is a demonstration class with some hands on activities.

$250 pp

Join me if you can! Much huge care, Mara

Featuring Central Highlands Growers & Producers…

• Village Dreaming

Every Sunday. Sittings Between 2pm-5pm.

Tickets $79pp

Indulge in an unforgettable afternoon with our exclusive G&Tea experience at Grainery Lane Distillery. Perfectly tailored for milestone birthdays, baby showers, hens parties, or any special occasion, this delightful offering promises a sophisticated blend of fine spirits and gourmet treats.

Step into our charming venue, where you’ll be greeted with free-flowing Grainery Lane gin cocktails. Each handcrafted cocktail is meticulously paired with a selection of delectable bites, designed to complement and enhance the unique flavours of our premium gin. Our expert mixologists craft these exquisite cocktails using only the finest ingredients, ensuring a memorable tasting journey for you and your guests.

Relax and savour the elegant ambiance of Grainery Lane Distillery as you celebrate with friends and loved ones. The G&Tea experience offers the perfect balance of indulgence and celebration, making it an ideal choice for those looking to mark their special moments with style and grace.

Join us at Grainery Lane Distillery and raise a glass to good times, great company, and exceptional gin. Cheers to an experience that will leave a lasting impression on all who attend.

Featuring Central Highlands Growers & Producers…

• Grainery Lane