Ann Creber's Pecan and Parsley Pesto
I love pesto but it becomes expensive to make during the winter months when fresh basil is at a premium price!
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Ann Creber's Pumpkin, Spinach & Herb Risotto
I am particularly fond of risotto and this is a really delicious version. The bacon may be omitted for vegetarians, but the flavour is stillexcellent
Ann Creber's Cypriot Lamb Stew
The word "stew" brings back my memories of childhood and Nanna's cooking. No fancy "casseroles" back then.. just stew!
Flower Power is alive in the hills!
The Dandenong Ranges are home to a spectacular plethora of gardens, offering something on bloom at all times of the year. With nature like this to inspire the folks that make up the communities, it's no wonder flower power is truly alive and in bloom in the hills!
Top 7 Village Shopping Destinations on the Dandenong Ranges
Full of surprises, the Dandenong Ranges are home to lush forests, scenic trails and small communities that host regular markets.
Must See Gardens of the Dandenong Ranges National Park
Stunning wilderness, world-class parks and lush rainforest. Discover the Must See Gardens of the Dandenong Ranges National Park.
Why you should do Melbourne Food and Wine Festival in the Dandenongs
Find Your Self tasting the Dandenong Ranges this Melbourne Food and Wine Festival.
5 Reasons to Find Your Self doing Valentine’s Day in Melbourne's Yarra Valley & Dandenong Ranges
Find Your Self in the good books by choosing amazing ambience, delicious food and just the setting you know will get those love fires burning!
Things to do during the Australian Open: Discover the Dandenongs
Heading to the Australian Open? Escape the city heat for a day and find out why the Dandenong Ranges has become such a smash hit tourist destination.
SkyHigh hosts the Australian Chainsaw Competition
Many artists delicately use a brush or a palette knife, a potter’s wheel or some fine thread, but few use a lethal piece of machinery!!