Now that Premier Daniel Andrews has officially given Victorians permission to "get on the beers", here's our top picks for where to polish off a frothy or two in Ballarat...
The Ballarat businesses that opened during a pandemic
Despite the challenges of COVID-19 restrictions, a long list of gutsy Ballarat businesses have bitten the bullet and opened their doors in 2020, further expanding the city's impressive hospitality and...
Overseas travel might be off the cards for a while yet but you can still take your tastebuds on a global food discovery at one of Ballarat's internationally-inspired restaurants and...
Regional Victorians can again holiday in regional Victoria – Ballarat included – as of 17 September. This important third step in the State Government's COVID-19 roadmap has arrived just in...
Bar meets brewery at new Ballarat venue Aunty Jacks
The countdown is on until the opening of Ballarat's much anticipated brewpub Aunty Jacks. Located at 315-317 Mair Street next to fellow newcomer Ragazzone, Aunty Jacks will combine quality craft...
Enjoy a taste of Ballarat at home with Click for Vic
The Ballarat region is featured in a new State Government campaign designed to connect people with Victorian producers, creators and businesses. Click for Vic encourages consumers to support Victorian businesses...
Shop small and support local this Father's Day (6 September) with our special gift guide showcasing Ballarat producers, makers and businesses. No matter where you are in Australia, deliver a...
A self-guided food and adventure experience with a difference
A Melbourne-founded company offering unique ways to experience more than 50 cities around the world has arrived in Ballarat. To date, AmazingCo has delivered more than 40,000 experiences to over...
Eat your way through lockdown with Plate Up Ballarat
We might be confined to our homes ordering takeaway for a little while longer, but that doesn’t mean it has to be boring! Plate Up Ballarat has teamed up with...
Your guide to Ballarat cafes and restaurants open for takeaway and delivery
Whilst dining out might be temporarily off the menu due to stage three restrictions, you can still treat yourself at home with our lockdown guide to Ballarat cafes and restaurants...
Meet Liana Skewes – the fashion and style blogger showing people all over the world what it’s like to live like a local in Ballarat. "If you love vintage-inspired style...
Tempt your tastebuds in Ballarat’s gastronomic core
Ballarat is a mecca of exceptional chefs, fine food and an electric atmosphere. You just need to know where to find them. We’ve compiled a list of some of the...
She's the popular Australian television host who's brought a slice of European magic and simplicity to Ballarat. We spoke to The Provincial Hotel owner and The Project panellist Gorgi Coghlan...
A new Ballarat bar is taking patrons back to a chapter in American history when it was illegal to consume or sell alcohol. The 18th Amendment Bar opened at the...
A taste of Ballarat with Craig's Royal Hotel's Scott Alsop
Craig’s Royal Hotel head chef Scott Alsop describes himself as an "English chef loving life and living the dream in Australia". Today he has shared with Visit Ballarat two recipes...
The perfect cup of hot chocolate and where to find it
There’s nothing more warming than sitting fireside with a cup of hot chocolate in hand, especially in winter! When it comes to the milky goodness, we’re pretty spoilt here in...
Where to find Ballarat’s most Instagrammable breakfasts
With more than 30,000 #breakfast posts flooding our Instagram feed every day, it’s fair to say breaky has become the most important meal of the day in more ways than...
After reaching the top four on the 2019 season of MasterChef, Tim Bone returned home to Ballarat to launch his new business, Tim's Toasties, and start a family with his...
Winter in Ballarat may be cold, and some say it lasts forever, but we say every season has its unique charms. For winter that means warming up from the inside...
Ballarat’s favourite paddock (and pond) to plate experiences
Get the taste of farm life and soak up Ballarat’s fresh air, fertile land and wide open spaces this winter. Search for truffles The Ballarat region is perfectly suited for...
Warm up with delicious food next to a cosy fireplace
After a wintry day exploring Ballarat, warm up with delicious food and drink next to a crackling fireplace. Here are some of our favourite restaurants and bars with fireplaces. Mitchell...
Home to warming hospitality, unlimited access to scenic walks and a welcome dose of fresh air, there’s so much to love about a winter in Ballarat. With that in mind...
Ballarat knows how to do a good burger – be it classic beef, crispy chicken or meat-free options for the health-conscious. We put the call out to our local Facebook...
He's the Prince Harry lookalike whose cooking prowess and cheeky smile won over Australia on the 2019 season of MasterChef. We spoke to Ballarat's very own Tim Bone about his...
Order a Provenir beef dish at a local restaurant or cook a steak at home and you will experience a tender, tasty and juicy piece of beef, but what you...
Get your craft beer (and, gin and cider) fix in Ballarat
Since we've already determined that Ballarat is the emerging craft beer capital, now we can disclose exactly where you can get your craft beer (and, gin and cider) fix. From...
Discover the vast riches of the region with Eat Drink West
Kate Davis is a passionate foodie and expert in the culinary field, having focused on the beer, wine, and food industries over the last decade. She has long wanted to...
Dianne Ray fondly remembers gathering around the dining room table as a child, enjoying a big breakfast in the presence of her loved ones. Growing up on a dairy farm...
It's the classic pub dish that's developed a cult following - the chicken parmigiana. Ballarat folk love a good old parma so we put the call out on Facebook to...
Is there a better way to spend a lazy summer afternoon than enjoying a cold drink, good food and great company in a beer garden? From inner CBD gems to...
Think summer, think peak fish and chips season. From family picnics at Lake Wendouree to lazy lunches at the Eureka Stockade Gardens, fish and chips are definitely a quick and...
Local producer Creswick Open Range Farm is celebrating after winning a silver medalat the 2019 Australian Food Awards (AFA) for their superb free range eggs. This is the second time...
Have you heard the one about the old Ballarat service station that became a hip neighbourhood cafe? Introducing the NYC-inspired Drive, the culmination of 12 months of blood, sweat and...
The rollout of new Ballarat eateries continues this winter with the opening of the Melbourne-inspired Higher Society. If social media is anything to go by, locals and visitors alike are...
The boys behind Moon & Mountain are at it again, this time putting their own spin on finger-licking fried chicken. Deluxe fried chicken joint Winner Winner is the latest Ballarat...
Down Ballarat’s laneways and streets are a treasure trove of hidden gems just waiting to be discovered – if you know where to look. Hydrant Food Hall3 McKenzie St, BallaratTucked...
Former Ballarat boy Taite Radley gained national attention last year after stealing the heart of blonde beauty Ali Oetjen on The Bachelorette. We spoke to the 29-year-old bank manager and...
Industry acclaim for region’s wineries and distilleries
A recent swag of industry accolades has brought international and national attention to the Ballarat region’s wineries and distilleries. At the San Francisco World Spirits Competition, Ballarat’s Kilderkin Distillery was...
Putting a contemporary spin on Australian bushfoods
A new concept store showcasing the finest of Australian bushfood products and ingredients has opened in Buninyong. Located in an historic cellar, Saltbush Kitchen is designed to showcase both the...
