What Can I Do, Food & Wine, Torquay, Great Ocean Road Region, Victoria, Australia

What can't you do? That would be a shorter list. There are attractions, activities, events and features throughout the region to suit all ages and interest groups. From theme parks for children to adventure sports for adrenaline junkies. From gourmet food and wine experiences to bushwalking through campsites. From a simple dip in the ocean to a luxurious spa retreat. There really is something for everyone.

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Restaurants & Cafes

Torquay

Bomboras Torquay

As indicated by the meaning of the name, Bomboras has been influenced by the geographical and physical features that Torquay has been blessed with. Bomboras is located right in the heart of Torquay's world famous surfing precinct, it embraces and celebrates the iconic culture that surrounds it with surfing history embedded on the walls. The menu is also inspired by the local area with the famous gourmet pizzas named after the even more famous surfing spots. The restaurant was established six years ago and was inspired by a year long surfing sabbatical by the owners Tom and Josh. The menu offers a variety of signature dishes and is created to compliment the current season. The gourmet pizzas are very popular. Stacked with local produce and unique toppings, from porterhouse strips, to baby octopus to artichokes or balsamic reduction The pizzas are not your everyday option but leave you wanting to try them all. The a la carte menu has something for everyone from juicy steaks, to fresh seafood and salads. Not to mention the deliciously indulgent deserts that change daily. Bomboras also cater for gluten free and vegetarians across the whole menu.

Torquay

Growlers

Welcome to Growlers Torquay. Growlers has been one of the Surf Coast's favourite dining and drinking beach front bungalows for years. Located on the Famous strip of The Esplanade with a view that money just can't buy. Growlers has been recently renovated capturing all aspects of the beach, with inclusions such as a beautiful red gum bar, to old local surfing photographs and let's not forget the sandy beach in our front courtyard, fantastic for the kids to play in with a large play area and chalkboard. Growlers Torquay has been put back on the map thanks to its owner the paparazzi king Mr Darryn Lyons. With live music every weekend and a menu from a kitchen that never closes, Growlers is the spot to be when visiting Torquay.

Torquay

Third Wave Kiosk

The Third Wave Kiosk is located at the Torquay Foreshore. The Third Wave of Coffee refers to a current movement to produce high-quality coffee, and consider coffee as an artisanal foodstuff, like wine, rather than a commodity, like wheat. This involves improvements at all stages of production, from improving coffee bean growing, harvesting and processing to stronger relationships between coffee growers and coffee traders and roasters, to higher quality and fresh roasting, at times called micro roasting to skilled brewing.

Producers

Geelong

The Food Purveyor

The Food Purveyor brings together a collection of exquisite, regional foods made by incredible artisans and small-scale food and wine producers. Tasty basics to get you started through to luxury treats. Everything is made with quality ingredients that are brought to life by passionate people. Take a journey through the Great Ocean Road region and let The Food Purveyor bring the best food to you. Choose one of our delicious hampers and add in anything that you desire such as wine, a little extra chocolate, some more chutneys, the list is endless. The Food Purveyor hamper can be delivered to your home or holiday accommodation. A perfect start to your holiday or weekend away. All packaged in a beautiful keepsake bag which is perfect for shopping, going to the beach or taking a picnic. For more information on the types of hampers available please visit the website.

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Torquay

Latitude-38 Restaurant & Bar

Located within the picturesque Wyndham Resort Torquay, unwind amidst the casual elegance of Latitude-38 Restaurant & Bar. Drawing from the ocean's abundant natural bounty, Latitude-38 offers a distinctive menu featuring the freshest of local ingredients. From seafood influenced contemporary cuisine to modern Australian and traditional delights, you'll enjoy a diverse range of flavours served in this exquisite venue. Floor to ceiling windows wrap around the restaurant offering 180 degree views of the rugged coastline. Enjoy an alfresco dining experience on the restaurants balcony and breathe in the fresh crisp ocean air whilst tantalising your tastebuds with delicious food and wine. Latitude-38 Restaurant & Bar is open for breakfast lunch and dinner - seven days a week.

Torquay

Torquay Waves Italian Restaurant

Torquay Waves Italian Restaurant has a great family setting. Specialising in both pizza and pasta meals at reasonable prices, this is definitely a great place to enjoy a meal on your holiday to Torquay. Now fully licensed (BYO bottled wine only). Now you can have beer or wine delivered with your meal. Max limit per order, one six pack of beer or one bottle of wine.

Geelong

Geelong Wine Region

Whether it is the distinctive maritime flavours of The Bellarine, the ancient richness of the Moorabool Valley Wine Region or the rugged, exposed coastline of the Surf Coast, the Geelong Wine Region is united by boutique, family owned winegrowers producing premium quality hand crafted wines. With each sub region and winery displaying their own unique characteristics, visitors are invited to explore the diversity of the Geelong Wine Region's stunning scenery, touring routes and restaurants whilst sampling some of Victoria's finest cellar door experiences. Geelong's family owned boutique operators maximise their wine's potential by hand pruning, hand picking and hand crafting their wines allowing regional characters to develop. Areas within the region have varying microclimates influencing the depth of colour, bouquet and flavour of the wines. The Bellarine has a maritime climate with bay breeezes and spectacular views, whilst the hills and valleys of the Moorabool Valley – Anakie areas have a warm, continental style climate. The renowned Surf Coast is famous for its long summer days and cooling ocean breezes. James Halliday in his Wine Atlas of Australia and New Zealand wrote: "If there is a unifying feature in all of the Geelong wines, it is their strength and depth of colour, bouquet and flavour." Not only does the Geelong wine region produce some of Australia's best wines, but the wineries are surrounded by some of Victoria's best scenery and touring opportunities. The Geelong Wine Region. Fine wines – from our hands to yours. For a map of the winery region visit: http://www.winegeelong.com.au/wine_region/map

Torquay

Mazamigo Mexican Restaurant

Mazamigo Mexican Restaurant located on the surf coast in Torquay. They offer a relaxed atmosphere and authentic Mexican cuisine. With the option to dine in or take-away, this is the perfect place to add a bit of a twist when visiting the coast. Head to the website and check out the authentic and delicious menu's.

Torquay

Sujin Thai

Welcome to Sujin Thai restaurants, renowned for original Thai cuisine with locations in Geelong and Torquay. At Sujin Thai Restaurants we proudly serve up fresh authentic Thai food in a simple, stylish environment complete with traditional Thai seating and friendly staff. With two Thai restaurants to choose from, the original Sujin Thai Torquay East conveniently located along Surf Coast Highway and second Sujin Thai Waterfront located at the waterfront in Geelong. Strong customer referrals ensuring Sujin Thai is the restaurant to head to in Geelong and Torquay for delicious, freshly cooked Thai cuisine. You are welcomed to discover the tastes and aromas of their Thai dishes. Start with a Tom Yum Prawn Soup for entrée or the ever-popular Green Curry Chicken for main course. Other favourites include King Prawns in Red Curry Sauce with Vegies or Pad Grapow Beef, one of Sujin's famous stir-fries. Share a meal amongst friends, a Thai restaurant tradition, and order from the Thai banquet menu. Select from take away or dine in our fully licensed Sujin Thai Restaurant and enjoy the friendly service, relaxed atmosphere and, of course, delicious, Thai food. Order from the delicious and affordable takeaway menu or make a reservation at the Geelong or Torquay Thai Restaurants today.

Torquay

Surf Rider Cafe

Located in the surfing capital of Australia, Surf Rider Cafe has a friendly, vibrant atmosphere filled with surfing memorabilia. The Surf Rider owner and head chef along with his crew of local staff have created fusion cuisine coupled with an extensive wine list has earned a following from both locals and tourists. The Surf Rider cafe offers tailored function packages ranging from canapés in the function room through to a la carte wedding receptions off site. In conjunction with local partner's, Surf Rider can work with you to take the stress out of creating a seamless function.

Packages & Offers

See, Do, Stay & Save

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Whitecrest Winter Indulgence Package

A special romantic experience.

Golf Getaway on the Bellarine

$225 per person twin share.

Otway Fly - Friday Fly Day

Friday Fly Day - activate your winter!

Chris's Beacon Point Restaurant & Villas Winter Warmer Getaway Package

Package for two from $350.00.

Stay & Save at Cumberland Lorne Resort

From $411 for a three night stay.

BIG 4 Beacon Resort Blues Train Package

A unique musical experience! Toe tapping entertainment, a cool drink and a good laugh. Rock your stay in Queenscliff with Blues Train tickets and award winning accommodation at BIG4 Beacon Resort.

Seahaven Village - Taste of The Bellarine $495

Relax at stunning Barwon Heads Friday and Saturday night in a cosy 4.5 star one bedroom spa suite.

Barwon Heads Golf Club Winter Escape

$240 per couple per night

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