Mary Mason's insider view on the Secret Gardens of the Dandenong Ranges
I imagine how Melburnians in the 1930s felt when they escape the bustle of the city.
SASSAFRAS - A DANDENONG RANGES TREAT
Make sure you have plenty of time to explore and wander this not so sleepy mountain town. If you are a tea lover, child at heart or pastry lover then
Easy & Awesome Kartoffelpuffer - The Cuckoo Restaurant of the Dandenong Ranges
A crazy name I know but these are some of the easiest delights you can make. So satisfying and so simple, the whole family will love these.
Wicked Walkabout's Emerald to Sassafras Walking Track
Follow in the footsteps of early excursionists who left the city in their thousands seeking respite in the Dandenong Ranges.
An All-Time Sweet Favourite
Called Schwarzwderkirschtorte in German, the cake got its name from the traditional costume worn by women in the Black Forest.
Yarra Valley Life visits Coonara Springs
Guest Blogger - Tennille of Yarra Valley Life - writes about her visit to Coonara Springs.
Ann Creber's Crispy Chicken Crescents
Spring is coming and turns our thoughts to entertaining after coming out of Winter hibernation and these delectable savoury morsels are perfect.
A Letter to The Independent of Gembrook
Guest Blogger - Tennille of Yarra Valley Life - writes an open letter to the team at The Independent
Ann Creber's Country Style Lemon Butter
There seems to be an abundance of citrus fruits this Winter, even a usually meagre-fruiting grapefruit tree has borne generously!