By Melissa Walsh Photos Garry Sissons Marlene Hoff is a chef, hospitality trainer, entrepreneur, cooking school teacher and owner of 100 Mile Foodie. She is a vocal advocate of Mornington Peninsula produce…
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By Edward Verrill The basis for any solid solution.. start at the root of the problem and work your way up. This is the exact approach of the Crittenden family who have…
By Melissa Walsh Photos Yanni He might be only 28 but Leo Howard is a chef to be reckoned with, these days running the busy kitchen at Barmah Park Winery. The talented…
By Melissa Walsh Photos Yanni Steeped in history since the 1920’s, The Dava Hotel with its views across the bay still stands as an iconic and family friendly venue well into the…
Born and bred on the peninsula, Marty Brennan had always wanted to be a chef, having started his culinary journey from Dromana High School where he did a pre apprenticeship course. These…
By Melissa Walsh Photos Gary Sissons There’s a charming little café nestled in a Frankston side street with the unique name of Two Boys One Beagle and A Coffee Shop. A trendy…
Over the centuries, ice cream has evolved from being a dessert for the powerful elite to a street food loved by all. Back in ancient Egypt, drinks with ice or snow were…
By Melissa Walsh Photos Yanni Darren Dawson is not your average chef. In fact, the 45 year old started out as a school teacher and spent many years at the same school…
By Melissa Walsh Photos Garry Sissons Melbourne is undoubtedly the culinary capital of Australia, and the Mornington Peninsula has its own chef’s hat restaurants galore, gourmet eateries, vineyards and cafes. Shows like…