Crystalbrook Kingsley Newcastle - Reasons to Stay For those planning a Newcastle escape, Crystalbrook Kingsley offers a stylish base in the centre of the city, just moments from Newcastle’s beaches, harbour foreshore, restaurants and cultural precinct. Housed within Newcastle’s striking former Council Administration Centre, the luxury hotel combines heritage architecture with contemporary interiors and sweeping views across the city and coastline. The property features sophis

Graham Barclay Oysters If you’re visiting Forster and love fresh seafood, Graham Barclay Oysters is one of those simple, local experiences that’s worth seeking out. Set right on the water, this is not a polished tourist stop — it’s a working oyster farm where you can taste oysters straight from the source. Fresh, briny, and as local as it gets. It’s the kind of place you stop in, grab a dozen, and sit by the water or take home to enjoy. If you’re planning a stay in Forster, y

Dungog is a NSW village in the Hunter Valley and is quickly becoming a popular place to visit especially for art lovers and mountain bike riders. Mountain bike riders visit in great numbers thanks to the Dungog Common; a piece of crown land on the outskirts of town. The Common is also popular with bushwalkers, so grab your hiking gear, hop in the car and head to Dungog NSW. Visit Ride Dungog for more information. For artisan lovers, the biennial Sculpture on the Farm attract

The Mid and North Coast of New South Wales may be better known for its beaches, rainforests, and relaxed coastal towns, but it’s also home to a small and growing collection of boutique wineries producing distinctive cool-climate and sub-tropical wines.

Planning a trip to the Mid North Coast and further from South? Then put Saddles Mount White on your stop off list. This stunning...

Nestled in the charming village of Allworth, NSW, The Farmer's Wife Distillery is a beacon for gin enthusiasts. This boutique distillery produces hand-crafted gins that celebrate the rich tradition of gin-making while infusing unique Australian botanicals. Their signature gin features native sage, myrtles, pepperberry, and the exquisite sugar bag honey, creating a complex yet smooth flavour profile. The Farmer's Wife is is a great place to stop off if visiting the Gloucester

Every Saturday, the residents of Tea Gardens, Hawks Nest and surrounds are in for a treat! The Hunter Valley Providores visit Tea Gardens every Saturday from 8.00 a.m. to noon and bring a vast range of farm produce and foodie goodies. There is nothing like fresh farm produce so if its good food you are after then put it in your diary to visit the Providores on a Saturday. Hunter Valley Providores Fresh Vegetables At the time of writing this article there are food shortages an

The Tea Gardens Boatshed is presently undergoing renovations. However, the newly constructed kiosk is open for takeaway or outdoor dining. Tea Gardens Boatshed is my preferred local spot for dining and unwinding. Situated on the Myall River in Tea Gardens, it offers stunning views of boats, water, mangroves, and pelicans, making it the ideal place to savour delicious food and relax. I have no complaints about the food; everything I've tried here has been delicious and beautif

Great Lakes Food Trail Barrington Coast. Discover local artisan produce on this annual foodie tour.

For a beautiful hand-craft beer the Coastal Brewing Co Forster offers a range of quality beers.

Valley View Farm is a family owned organic farm producing award winning garlic. Visit the farm morning tea or lunch.

For excellent fish n chips, then you have to try Beach Street Seafoods in Forster. It's my favourite place to grab fish n chips or battered king prawns, calamari and fresh local oysters. Beach Street Seafoods recently introduced Oysters Kilpatrick. The staff are friendly and helpful, and the service is quick. Please be patient in peak holiday periods, of course. Cooking the food in cholesterol-free oil and a thin batter makes it less greasy. I often buy the fish cocktails; ho

This venue is now permanently closed. Set on Forster Marina, the Colonel's Cafe & Bar is the perfect place to enjoy great food and...

The Nabiac Farmers Market is held on the last Saturday of each month between 8 am and 12 noon attracting locals and visitors from afar. The Market is held at Showground Lane, Nabiac. If it is fresh produce you want then mark the Nabiac Farmers Markets dates in your calendar because it doesn't get fresher than this. On offer is locally grown organic fruit and vegetables, free range eggs, delicious homemade cakes and bread, chocolates, gingerbread, olive products, honey, natura

The grapevines in winter About Jacaranda Estate Wingham For lovers of wine, a must visit is boutique winery Jacaranda Estate Wingham in the beautiful Manning Valley NSW. This delightful property was previously owned by Mark and Belinda Smith who both have considerable experience in gardening, viticulture and wine. Today, the new owners,Peter and Judy Fowler acquired the Vineyard a few years ago and have learned a great deal about viticulture during this time. During this time