xuan banh cuon, sunshine

xuan banh cuon, sunshine

Hailed as one of the food critic’s go-tos when eating at in the West, Xuan Banh Cuon serves delicious Northern style Vietnamese dishes. This is Mamma’s destination for a quick and cheap eat you know is going to be filled with flavour!

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tom's confectionery warehouse, highpoint

tom's confectionery warehouse, highpoint

WOW, WOW, WOW! Mamma just checked out Tom’s Confectionary at Highpoint and it was AMAZING! Where do we start?! Mamma seriously thought she was in the Willy Wonka movie when she walked into Tom’s Confectionary. With over 30,000 different types of confectionary, you could seriously walk around the isles of this store for HOURS!

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the court coffee bar, sunbury

the court coffee bar, sunbury

Sunbury’s new local, The Court Coffee Bar, is such a great space for your little ones… Mamma can’t wait to come back! With a secured play space filled with so many things for the kids to enjoy, not only will they have the best time, Mamma will too as she will get to eat her food whilst it’s hot! Filled with a play kitchen, toys, chalk and a blackboard, colouring materials and more, it truly is kids heaven located inside a cafe!

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munch ‘n sip, williamstown

munch ‘n sip, williamstown

Munch N Sip is such a great local cafe for those in the Williamstown area - it’s truly somewhere that the entire family can enjoy. The food is excellent - as is the drinks selection too. And we all love an indoor play space! Munch N Sip is such a great local cafe for those in the Williamstown area - it’s truly somewhere that the entire family can enjoy!

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cà rem gelato, footscray

cà rem gelato, footscray

Cà Rem is Vietnamese gelato! Flavours include avocado, Kopiko, lychee and mint, Yakult and melon and pink dragon fruit! How bananas! (Oh yes, there is also Vietnamese banana!) This is seriously good gelato… Mamma struggled to decide on a flavour, but the coconut and pandan went down so well.

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witchmount estate cellar door and wine bar, bonnie brook

witchmount estate cellar door and wine bar, bonnie brook

Witchmount Estate Winery is everything we love about wineries - a gorgeous family friendly space, with an open grassy outdoor area, surrounded by vines, with delicious food and of course, incredible wines. This is a relaxed and welcoming winery where you can bring the family and the pooch! You can drop in for a or grab some lunch and eat at the picnic tables. They often have live music too!

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del rios winery, anakie

del rios winery, anakie

Del Rios Winery is a spectacular, family-owned vineyard and restaurant nestled on the slopes of the extinct Mt Anakie volcano. From the restaurant or decks (in the warmer weather), take in the stunning view of the vineyards, farmlands, and the vast expanse leading towards Geelong and beyond. This spot offers a classy yet relaxed setting for a delicious lunch - truly breathtaking.

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nans bakehouse, footscray

nans bakehouse, footscray

Mamma has found yet ANOTHER new local favourite!

You can’t help but feel excited when you walk into Nan’s Bakehouse. The aroma hits you immediately - that perfect mixture of coffee and treats will instantly divert your eyes to see what’s available on the counter.

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say cheese, footscray

say cheese, footscray

Say Cheese is Footscray’s newest deli cafe specialising in subs and sangas. The Westie locals behind it have set up shop in a storefront inside Trocadero Arcade. Seek and ye shall find - and what a find! This is a great spot if you are hungry and happen to not have a hankering for bánh mì or phở. Here you’ll find a selection of top quality cured meats and vegan meat, cheeses, salads and sauces jammed between delicious sourdough rolls, made fresh to order.

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