You’ll always have a dilemma when visiting in that you can never walk out with only a few items! The store is a series of food zones; there’s fresh fruit and vegetables – which they pride themselves on – continental deli, gourmet grocer, butcher & seafood and other speciality items. Originally the Tully’s site was an apple orchard however today the business is driven by three generations of the Brancatisano family who have been providers on the Peninsula since the late 1950’s. While respecting the history of the site, Tully’s appreciates that supporting & promoting local regional lines – most of which are sourced directly from growers – is integral to the business and the community it serves. The family are also passionate about delivering quality fare and a family friendly experience built on service.

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Drive. Take Peninsula link from Frankston until you reach the Dromana/Arthurs Seat exit (C789) then climb the famous route to the top of Arthurs Seat. This should take about 30 minutes from Frankston and will provide you with your first stop – a view from the top looking down at the glory of Port Phillip Bay and through to the Moorooduc Plains. From here follow Purves Road, then Browns Road through Main Ridge and Rosebud until you reach Springs Lane in Fingal. All up, this route should take approx. 30 minutes unless you stop and smell the roses along the way.

Do. Stop at Arthurs Seat State Park (Seawinds Gardens) to see kangaroos or The Cups Estate for a glass of wine or light snack before you book into the Peninsula Hot Springs for some relaxation.

Drive. From the Peninsula Hot Springs head back the same way and veer East back on Browns Road until you reach Boneo Road. Turn right here and head due south (follow the Flinders sign) All up, your comfortably about 30 minutes from Flinders.

Do. Stop at Cape Schanck Lighthouse (detour off Boneo Rd, 10 mins.), Bushrangers Bay or one of our favourites if your time poor and want just a little stretch – the Blowhole (just outside of Flinders). Once in Flinders pick up some organic bread at Flinders Sourdough, or if it’s lunch, take a seat on the deck at the Flinders Hotel for some local fare and hospitality. There’s lots to see and do in Flinders.

Drive. From Flinders head north east on Frankston-Flinders Road (C777) and by the time you reach Shoreham turn left onto Red Hill Road. Continue on this road until you reach Merricks North and Bittern Dromana Road (C788) where you will turn right. Follow this until you reach Balnarring Road (C784) where you will turn left and you will follow this road through to it’s completion – the Peninsula Link underpass. From here head back on to the link – your homebound. All up this route would take no more than 40 minutes but there are plenty of interesting places to see and do – weight up the time of day, season and your mood and go from there.

Do. If you’re looking for some inspiration in the garden then a stop at Nobbies View Plant Farm in Shoreham is a must. In Red Hill South there’s coffee time at The Cellar & Pantry (a local institution) Darling Park Winery (casual European fare), Polperro (sophisticated surrounds and menu) The Gordon Studio Glasslowers for exemplary glass works. Further along and in Merricks North you have Willow Creek Winery and to finish things off Terre at Dromana Estate (in Dromana), two of the finest experiences involving wine and food on the Peninsula.

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For many, it’s a one-stop shop for their pantry needs. Best of all, their food truck is open on the weekends cooking their famous thrice cooked hot chips – hand-cut from their own potatoes grown on the farm. The veggie patch is the perfect place to sit and enjoy their delicious coffee & treats, and kids will love their 1970s Farmall tractor that takes pride of place.

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There’s more than the multiple award winning wines and the restaurants 11 chef’s hats since 2002 that make a visit to Montalto such a rewarding place to visit.

The team at Montalto believe in sustaining the whole person and have created a layered visitor experience that perfectly complements their finely crafted wine. Open your mind to new ideas at one of the monthly Wheeler Centre Conversation series, be inspired to grow your own produce as you wander through the abundant kitchen gardens and immerse yourself in the creative world of the sculpture collection. It’s all pretty inspiring for a business that began as an idea during family holidays in France.

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Unlike most crops that only last for a season, these plants live longer than one year and are popular with busy gardeners who don’t want to replant every year.

Come along to this workshop to learn from our knowledgeable gardener, Ryan who will show you his favourite perennial veggie combinations, how to best maintain your patch and your perennial crop and the best crop rotation plantings that will keep your veggie garden bountiful regardless of the season.

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Did you know that next time you head to Peninsula Hot Springs, you can book into a Nourish Workshop located in the heart of their spanking new food bowl district?

For the princely sum of $15, you get a 15-minute Nutrition download full of helpful tips guiding you through the benefits of eating nutrient-dense seasonal whole foods sourced locally or, better still, tips on how and what to grow at home.

There’s nothing better than leading by example so for 30 minutes, immerse yourself in the guided tour of their 2.5-hectare food bowl. There are over 50 varieties of fruit, vegetables, herbs, grape vines and edible flowers on show, including wide heirloom varieties.

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The Mt Martha South Beach Market location, perched on a hill overlooking Port Philip Bay, has quickly established itself as one of the most spectacular and popular markets on the calendar.

This high-end Makers and Food Market has brought a real sense of community to the village and draws large crowds including plenty of day tourists.

The ‘Unrivalled’ view at the Market does not disappoint with people describing it as ‘their favourite market of all time’

High End Stalls include fashion, beauty, art, homewares, homemade goods, pet products, food trucks, drinks and more.

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Soak in the exceptional atmosphere and regenerate your senses at one of our delightful markets. There is something for everyone from old world to modern contemporary, a labyrinth of unique treasures worth discovering.

Dedicated commitment to quality brings together over 300 talented stallholders who regularly demonstrate enormous pride in their work by producing original creations of the highest quality. It’s a proven feast for the mind, body and soul, a fascinating eclectic mix of textures, materials and colours that make up the vast range of individually designed products.

There is little doubt that on the first Saturday of the month (Sept to May) between 8am and 1pm, the Red Hill Community Market is the place to be, Set the alarm clock nice and early if you want to avoid the crowds. An early arrival will also ensure you miss the long queue’s that form at the stalls selling tiny pancakes and other tasty breakfast treats.

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While the bartering is a thing of the past, the atmosphere, colour and excitement of those early years is still very much alive. Soak in the exceptional atmosphere and regenerate your senses at one of Craft markets Australia’s delightful markets. There is something for everyone from old world to modern contemporary, a labyrinth of unique treasures worth discovering.

Dedicated commitment to quality brings together over 300 talented stallholders who regularly demonstrate enormous pride in their work by producing original creations of the highest quality. It’s a proven feast for the mind, body and soul, a fascinating eclectic mix of textures, materials and colours that make up the vast range of individually designed products.

On Saturday 6 November, the Red Hill Community Market is the place to be – set the alarm clock nice and early if you want to avoid the crowds. An early arrival will also ensure you miss the long queue’s that form at the stalls selling tiny pancakes and other tasty breakfast treats.

Entry is free. There is a $5 Parking fee, with all proceeds going to the Red Hill Lions Club. Please respect that dogs are not permitted at the market.

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