go west eatery and tuck shop @ woodlea estate, rockbank
/Go West, they say…so Mamma did! This brand new cafe in the brand new Woodlea Estate in Rockbank is fresh, sunny, gorgeous and well designed.
Read MoreGo West, they say…so Mamma did! This brand new cafe in the brand new Woodlea Estate in Rockbank is fresh, sunny, gorgeous and well designed.
Read MoreUpon entering the property you walk through the entry gardens only to discover the amazing water views. The white tables and umbrellas make it feel like you're in the south of France but nope - you are in Swan Bay.
Read MoreThis popular restaurant in Footscray is serving some amazing food and every Friday and Saturday - you can enjoy a mixed all you can eat buffet for $18 - it's a great way to try a little of everything and see what your fave dish is.
Read Morehe Forge Pizzeria is the pinnacle of family pizza joints. With their glorious open 'treasure filled' restaurant, wood fired pizza oven, amazing service, great and mamma means GREAT food plus their kids chalk board and activity table - it's just a dream place for family dining.
Read MoreStop right now - thank you very much! Yes, Mamma is a Spice Girls and pizza fan so of course Mamma LOVES this lane way restaurant.
Read MoreGoodness Mamma! The food, the view, the coffee....Mamma LOVES this place
Read MoreMamma says you will be talking about THAT salad and THOSE milkshakes for months after leaving. Sleek, but roomy, healthy but mind-blowingly tasty options - throw in good coffee, swift service and a great kids menu and voilà- you've just had lunch at Common Galaxia.
Read MoreWhat would you say if Mamma told you there was a cafe with great food, outdoor seating, a playground right next door, an amazing beach over the road and a river full of ducks and their ducklings a few metres away? You'd say - "point me in that direction Mamma!" Well that direction is along The Great Ocean Road past Lorne to the divine hamlet of Wye River. A Mamma favourite for many years.
Read MoreMamma just loves the pub feel and you just can't go past the VIEW....I'll say it again...THAT VIEW!!! Situated on the hill overlooking the ocean you'd be hard pressed to find a pub with a better view. Anywhere.
Read MoreWell, Altona has hit the foodie jackpot - Pier St needed a rocking burger joint and a rocking burger joint is exactly what it now has! Mamma has tried her fair share of burgers and these ones are fresh, perfectly sized, juicy morsels of secret sauced goodness
Read MoreLittle Man Cafe is the Spring version of a cafe. Fresh, crisp and inspiring, putting everyone in a good mood, just like Spring! Mamma can't quite put her finger on any one stand out feature you can expect everything to be fantastic.
Read MoreThis lovely cafe in Lara definitely had families like yours and Mamma's in mind...a fresh, friendly and tasty cafe smack bang next to a fantastic playground.
Read MoreWell, Mamma has an insatiable sweet tooth and one of the best treat fixes in the West is Daniel's Bakery at Hogans Corner. Their Nutella donuts are absolutely incredible! Super soft and oozingly delicious they really have perfected this popular sweetie
Read MoreWell great things do come in small packages and this cafe is actually quite roomie. Well designed, Wee Jeanie in Yarraville has great access for maneuvering a pram for a grab and go visit or you can tuck your pram between the tables and relax.
Read MoreMamma says you haven't 'officially' become a westie until you have tasted a famous connoli from T Cavallaro and Sons. This Footscray institution was opened in 1956 by Tammaso Cavallaro and is now run by his sons Carmelo, Tony and their wives. All the delicious cookies, pastries and cannoli are made on site (of course) from late 19th century old Sicilian recipes handed down from generation to generation.
Read MoreWell this could possibly be one of the best Sunday session situations in the west…
Read MoreBeautiful food, fine wine and all in our wonderful West. Shadowfax Wines is a must visit for Lunch or a Friday night dinner!
Read MoreThe Cupcake Queens are amazing lifesavers for all kinds of gifts - This Mothers Day send some sweet cakey love!
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