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Hunter Valley Events in Spring

There's an exciting line up of events in The Hunter Valley throughout Spring!

Springs' events calendar starts early with the Spring Festival of Flowers, on-going throughout September, at the Hunter Valley Gardens. Now in its 8th year the Spring Festival of Flowers is an event designed to immerse visitors in a visual and sensory experience that will not easily be forgotten.

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Vineyard Girl

on me: Zara dress and Miss Shop jelly sandals.

Hunter Valley

The Hunter Valley is Australia's premier wine growing district. The magic starts just two hours' drive from Sydney, but you could be forgiven for thinking the Hunter Valley is much further from the city. The serene beauty and tranquillity of the area give the Hunter Valley the feeling of quiet country charm, but with all the mod cons.

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The Verandah Restaurant

The Verandah Restaurant

Palmers Lane

Rothbury NSW 2320

(02)4998 7231

Open for Lunch and Dinner
Thursday to Sunday

What we ordered:

"Sydney rock" trio oyster taster plate: tempura with wasabi aioli, virgin mary and soy mirin

Seared jumbo Californian scallop with crisp pancetta mandarine caramel 

Crab meat cakes
Soft shell crab
Salt and pepper squid

Located on the award winning Calais Estate and situated in the heart of wine country, The Verandah Restaurant has something for everyone. Sweeping views over the vineyards, Brokenback range and manicured Estate. With all weather dining on the Verandah or inside by the fire place on those cold winter nights, the verandah restaurant provides a dining experience that encapsulates the essence of the Hunter lifestyle. A modern Tapas style menu showcasing the best local produce ensures your time with us at The Verandah Restaurant will be one to remember.

 Our trip to Sydney March 2012

Hunter Valley is a wonderful place to be...

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