This long standing local gem has undergone a serious glow up! The Auburn Hotel has renovated the old motor garage next door, turning the space into a delightful atrium style Pavilion and adjoining beer garden. And they’ve really ticked the family-friendly box with a multi-level playground so parents can sit back and enjoy a sunny afternoon while the kiddos run wild.
Read MoreMamma often gets asked - where is a great winery in the Yarra Valley that I can take the kids. Right here - Punt Road Wines! This beautiful cellar door is totally family friendly and an incredible spot to sample amazing cool-climate wines.
Read MoreTalk about perfect. The Healesville Hotel has had a refresh and Mamma’s favourite addition… the family friendly backyard. Plop yourself down at one of the many outdoor picnic tables under the market umbrellas and the canopy of elm trees and may yourself at home.
Read MoreScusa Mi! Italiano is the perfect spot for a family meal. The restaurant is huge - yep, the entire extended family could join you for a special occasion if you wish - and it has some of the most amazing Italian flavours.
Read MoreThe Carriage Cafe is exactly what the name suggests - a cafe in a 100 year old carriage situated alongside the Warburton rail trail, paying great respect to the history of the area. Choose your seat in the dining carriage or sit on the balcony and watch the trail buzz on by.
Read MoreThere is something special about wandering into a warehouse in the industrial area and opening the doors to an incredible space that is all about the coffee. Manta Ray Coffee Roasters blows this Mamma away. The space is part roastery, part cafe and part showroom
Read MoreYou can’t go past a cafe with a courtyard out the back. My Little Kitchen in Healesville hits the nail on the head by catering for families. This zone at the rear is fully enclosed and in the warmer months, has some space for some chalk drawings.
Read MoreBurgers, burgers and more burgers! Mano really know their burgers! This casual dining eatery at Tunstall Square love a mouth watering burger and is a great spot for treating the kids to a meal while exploring throughout Manningham.
Read MoreArthurs Creek Coffee Co is an Australian Roastery who have recently opened a store in Warrandyte and Mamma must say the coffee is great.
Read MoreHave you ever tried Bingsu? This Korean dessert made from shaved ice and Bing Chillin serve these bowls of frozen deliciousness 7 days a week!
Read MoreBanh mi shop by day, wine bar by night. How cool is that?! The rolls here are enormous and they are bursting with fillings. PLUS the protein choices are absolutely unreal.
Read MoreIt’s a classic eastie destination and it’s BACK! Studley Park Boathouse is THE place to be this spring and there a multiple ways you can enjoy this revamped and reimagined space.
Read MoreMamma just loves the Dandenongs and LOVES going to Kallista Deli and Cafe. This gorgeous little cafe set in the cutest of towns offers up a great selection of food (sourced freshly from local produce and local suppliers). You can sit indoors and enjoy the peace and quiet- there is even a little kids corner with colouring in, books and puzzles.
Read MoreYou will remember this face from Main Street Croydon and NOW he has added deli style sandwiches and toasties to the mix. Dean is passionate about food and can not wait to bring beautifully fresh sandwich delights to the Maroondah hood.
Read MoreIn need of a lovely relaxed atmosphere and some good coffee? The Boulevard Food store is just the place. The space has lovely natural light flowing through their big windows, plenty of food store and homeware items to browse through, and a great modern Australian menu.
Read MoreHome to the cutest desserts in the East is this stunning French patisserie. Situated in an historic 100 year old church the space is just as wonderful as the food and coffee
Read MoreMamma has never had an ice cream like the ones you will find at Kariton Sorbetes. This frozen treat shop - artisanal gelato if you please - is a real mix of influences and most significantly Filipino flavours.
Read MoreMamma might KNOW the east but it is the Storehouse who KNOWS all there is to know about coffee. After establishing themselves as cafe masters in Mt Evelyn, the Storehouse continues to spread their wings and have a dedicated Roastery and espresso bar further up into the ranges, in Olinda.
Read MoreMamma must say that The Big Watermelon is a big help on the finances. All the produce is locally grown and as fresh as it gets. Along side the fruit and veg there are packaged nuts, dried fruit, tinned goods, milk, breads, yoghurt, fruit and veg salads and much more.
Read MoreWe may have just found the best spot for brunch. Mae in Malvern East is the sweetest new cafe on the block, blushing in baby doll pink and the food is perfection!
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