A gourmet lover's delight, the Yarra Valley Regional Food Trail opens up a world of authentic Victorian tastes, sights and smells. The scenic self-drive tour criss-crosses the Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges region with stops at 100 epicurean outlets, denoted by their distinctive blue and orange road signs. Established in 1998, the trail journeys past orchards, farm gates and roadside stalls where visitors can sample, savour or pick their own fresh local produce direct from the grower. Taste handmade French and Italian-style cheeses at Yarra Valley Dairy, catch your own fish at Buxton Trout Farm or pick berries at Blue Hills. Sample authentic handmade pastas, chocolates, icecream, buy organic fruit and vegetables or freshly baked breads, or stock up on a range of delicious jams and chutneys at quaint local cafes and produce stores. And if one day is not enough, stay a few days at one of the charming hotels or B&Bs and really soak up the foodie atmosphere.
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