How do I take my coffee?  Seriously, very seriously….

For many, the quest for the perfect coffee is like the search for the perfect partner – serious stuff. Here on the Peninsula, we pride ourselves on offering the coffee connoisseur the perfect cup served with a side of peninsula lifestyle. We’ve carved out a coffee culture with a difference, read on only if you are willing to be tempted.

Christmas is done and dusted and the kids are already tiring of their toys and each other.  Sigh….  We need to get out of the city soon so the planning for a family road trip begins. 

Food and drink are at the heart of everything ‘Mornington Peninsula’, and don’t we love it! There is much to celebrate with creative chefs, brewers and barstaff, and such great local produce to work with. We have had great fun (and full tummies) putting together a delicious collection of nibbles, mains, desserts and drinkies that will have your taste buds singing.

Every year it seems to get a bit harder to find gifts that are a bit more personal, that reflect the unique nature of the receiver (and the giver), and are not the ‘same old – same old’. This year we challenged ourselves, firmly put our thinking hats on and came up with 12 great Christmas Ideas that are uniquely Mornington Peninsula and definitely not-your-usual gifts.

The Mornington Peninsula has become as famous for its culinary experiences as it has for its rugged ocean beaches and gorgeous countryside. New chefs with new ideas and cuisines have joined established local favourites to create an impressive choice for food lovers. They take great pleasure in using the wall-to-wall produce available from local farms and kitchen gardens to deliver some of Australia’s best dining experiences - from funky cafes to fine dining restaurants.