Get to know your locals

Quarry Bakehouse  – Upper Ferntree Gully In the heart of Upper Ferntree Gully, just opposite a lush forest, you’ll find a bakery café...

Hahndorf's Fine Chocolates – Upper Ferntree Gully It’s not every day you find a chocolate shop with a hidden backyard, a 150-year-old...

Gus & El’s Cafe – Ferntree Gully Nestled in the heart of Mountain Gate, Gus & El’s Cafe goes beyond the ordinary coffee shop...

Station Street Food Co.  – Ferntree Gully A taste of experience   Ivy and Daniel, the dynamic duo behind Station Street Food Co., bring a...

Milki and Miller  – Boronia Tucked away in Boronia’s Alchester Village, Milki and Miller isn’t just another cafe, it’s a specialty bagel...

121 Station Cafe   – Ferntree Gully Reviving a community gem   In September 2019, Tom embarked on a culinary adventure by taking over a...

Junior Tan Hawker Kitchen   – Bayswater If you’re looking for an authentic taste of Malaysia and Singapore right here in Bayswater,...

Break 40 – Ferntree Gully Tucked away in Mountain Gate Shopping Centre, Break 40 is a hidden gem bringing authentic Greek flavours to the...

Koko Lime Cafe  – Boronia Sometimes, the best opportunities come from unexpected friendships. When Tim and his family moved to Melbourne,...

1 in 20 Café – The Basin More than just a place to grab a coffee, 1 in 20 Café is a local favourite built on passion, quality, and a...

Mountain Thai Restaurant  – Boronia Mountain Thai is a cherished family-owned restaurant where Amy and Damien bring the rich traditions...

Boronia Chicken on Flames  – Boronia For the past six years, Boronia Chicken on Flames has been a beloved local eatery, delivering...

Crave Restaurant – Boronia Nestled in the heart of Boronia, Crave Restaurant is a hidden gem bringing a fresh, vibrant dining experience...

Diamond Pavillion Chinese Restaurant– Boronia For over 13 years, Lisa and her husband, Reggie, have been the heart and soul behind...

Wantirna Fresh Fruit – Wantirna A fresh produce store is making a big impact by bringing back the quality and charm it was once known...

Heavenly Pies and Cakes – Bayswater Inspiration and Beginnings   Jeff and Chen's journey into the world of baking began 15 years ago...

Larder and Thyme – Ferntree Gully From Family Roots to Personal Dream   Nick Kolaitis grew up immersed in his family's business, igniting...

Montano’s Patisserie – Bayswater Montano’s Patisserie opened its doors in June 2014, but the story of Nick and Helen’s journey in the...

King Bean Cafe – Wantirna In the heart of Wantirna Mall, King Bean Café is more than just a place to grab a coffee, it’s a welcoming...

Two Cats Espresso Bar – Boronia Two Cats Espresso had already established itself as a beloved café in Boronia for nine years before...