Five things to do this Queens Birthday weekend in the Dandenong Ranges
Long weekends are made for slowing down, and Queen’s Birthday weekend (June 6-8, 2020) is a perfect time to take your time in the Dandenong Ranges.
People, places, stories – we bring the Dandenong Ranges to life for you with blogs that capture the heart of this remarkable destination. Find Your Self in a heritage garden, inspired by a recipe featuring local produce or learning the secret locations that offer the best views, or the foodie experience that you will never forget.
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Ann Creber's - CAULIFLOWER, POTATO & CHEESE SOUP
I LOVE cauliflower and while is so reasonably priced this is a great time to use it in a variety of recipes. This is a very satisfying soup and, serv
Gallery Hop in The Dandenong Ranges, Yarra Valley and Nillumbik
Art lives here because artists live here! The Dandenong Ranges, Yarra Valley and Nillumbik are home to thriving artist hubs and works of art.
ANN CREBER - AUTUMN IN THE HILLS EATING DRUNKEN APPLES
This is the time of year when we see an abundance of new season's apples and pears, often at wayside stalls. This is one of my own favourite fruity de
Ann Creber's - NANA'S CHICKEN & EGG PIE recipe
NANA'S CHICKEN & EGG PIE is a hearty autumn classic.
Ann Creber's - WARM NICOISE SALAD WITH CHARGRILLED TUNA
Even through the weather is cooling down a salad can still be deliciosu and have a hearty quality. I love a Nicoise salad and this one is perfect.
Ann Creber's - MARLBOROUGH PIE recipe
As we are approaching apple harvest time I was reminded of this old recipe of my Nanna's. It was popular back when I used to hold Country Cooking cla
48 hours in the Dandenong Ranges with the doggos
Can’t bear the thought of leaving your pooch behind but totally in need of a little rest and relaxation in the mountains? We got this.
ANN CREBER'S MOTHER-IN-LAW CHRISTMAS CAKE
Most years Christmas seems to creep up on us... this year it has rushed in like a tsunami! Or is that just my imagination?
School holiday activities over Summer
Looking for some summer holiday fun this Summer School Holidays? Get the family together and discover fun activities in the Dandenong Ranges