It is a beautiful winter day trip to the Yarra Valley, tasting wines, cheeses, and chocolates. Thanks to my new Aussie friend Stu, Lillian, HurricaneCC, and I (the 3 Canadiennes) discover the rural lands of Melbourne.
Warrantina Lavendar Farm
Domaine Chandon Winery
Yarra Valley Dairy
Yarra Valley Chocolaterie
Lysterfield Park
On our way back, we stop at Lysterfield Park to see some wild kangaroos, hopping happily to the greener side of the pasture.
Note: we also went to Millers Dixon Creek Winery, but I didn’t take any photos. We were greeted by a friendly dog, a mob of cattle, and the owner. Apparently, it is difficult for small wineries like his to export to countries like Canada; The regulations are too strict.
What a wonderful adventure! The pictures are so beautiful and transport me to where you are. Thank you.
Thanks Leanne! It is indeed very picturesque here! Perhaps you can come visit one day.
Kangaroos~! :D
When I used to work as a server, I had a Australian co-worker that a lot of the girls were enamored with because of his accent and good looks. He actually got them to believe that Australian students typically travel to school by riding inside a kangaroo’s marsupia.
I like chocolate and all, but seeing that much all at once makes my stomach churn a little.
Hahaha… Actually, I’ve heard of a similar story of how Australians say they ride a kangaroo to school. Not sure about being in the pouch.
I can’t get enough of chocolate sometimes.