HUNTER VALLEY BLOG

With more than 150 wineries and cellar doors, 65 restaurants and 180 comfy accommodation places to stay, where do you start?

Follow our insider tips by the people who know best… the locals. We ask talented winemakers, chefs, farmers, brewers and journalists to blog about their favourite places and experiences in this fertile wine region.

5 TOP WINERY TOURS

With more than 150 wineries, the Hunter Valley really overdelivers when it comes to wine-tasting. But if you really want to learn more about the wine you're swirling around in your glass, booking a winery tour is your best bet. Not all wineries let ... More

Romantic retreats you'll fall head over heels for

There's nothing quite like a dose of country air and rural charm to set a romantic scene. Add a snug hideaway, delicious wine and quality alone time together and it's lights, camera, action. Hands-on action! These places to stay get the big tick fo... More

5 Restaurants tailor-made for group dining

Getting the gang together for a long lunch or delicious dinner is super-easy in the Hunter Valley with 50 plus fabulous eateries. You can break bread amid the bustle of the main dining room, which is always fun, but if you want to spoil yourself wit... More

Wine-tasting with a view: 10 Insta-worthy cellar doors you won’t want to miss!

If you're on a mission to find first-class vinos and views, look no further. Here are 10 sensational spots with cinematic views that are every Instagrammer's dream come true… with lip-smacking Hunter wines to sample and snap too. AUDREY WILKINSON ... More

Fireside feasting: the best spots to dine this winter

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Eat & Drink

Feeling the chill? Here's the inside scoop on the best spots to dine by a fireplace in the Hunter Valley (with a glass of red in hand). RIDGEVIEW RESTAURANTRidgeView Restaurant Executive Chef Donna Hollis and her team use fresh local produce to create their seasonal menu whilst their organic vegetable garden is tendered daily to supplement the fr...

Tours & tasting sessions you won't want to miss

Brenda Christian

Wine Eat & Drink

The Hunter Valley Wine & Food Festival dishes up a smorgasbord of tasty events this month for eager epicureans who'd like to learn a little more about food and wine. Whether you want to brush up on your wine knowledge or improve your kitchen skills there's a class to suit. Numbers are pretty limited and missing out sucks, so you'll need to book...

7 top reasons for a mid-week break

Brenda Christian

Wine Eat & Drink

Everyone loves a weekend getaway but there's something a little naughty about sneaking away midweek. While everybody else is slogging away at work you're having a fabulous break… and posting about it on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter or What's App. During Hunter Valley Wine & Food Festival there are loads of daily events, so why wait until the w...

Hunter Valley Legends Award Winners 2019

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Wine Things to do

Legends honoured at 2019 Hunter Valley Legends & Wine Industry AwardsIt was an evening to remember last night as a record number of guests came together with their contemporaries, friends and colleagues at an incredible gala event to celebrate the highly anticipated 13th annual Hunter Valley Legends & Wine Industry Awards.More than 300 peo...

Kid-friendly Cellar Doors in the Hunter Valley

Brenda Christian

Wine Things to do

Set your sights on visiting some wineries but a bit unsure whether the kids will be welcome? You'll be happy to know that here in the Hunter wine-tasting can be fun, even when you've got the entire fam bam with you. Here's a round-up of cellar doors with games and activities to keep the little ones occupied while you sample some super-tasty wines. ...

There’s a lot to ❤ about Lovedale

Brenda Christian

Wine Eat & Drink Accommodation Things to do

Looking for the perfect mix of boutique bevvies, appetising eats and fun activities on your next road trip? Then put Lovedale on your bucket list.This laidback neighbourhood used to be a side-shoot to the Hunter heartland of Pokolbin but after the opening of the Hunter Expressway it's now the gateway to Wine Country for most visitors. The back doo...

The newest spots to tie the knot

Brenda Christian

Weddings

You've decided you want a destination wedding with world-class wines and a romantic rural setting… hello Hunter Valley!So, you're probably also looking for a one-of-a-kind wedding venue that will make your heart skip a beat. Here are a few of the newest places where couples are exchanging vows and enjoying an unforgettable wedding experience. ...

The lust list: the most wanted wines in the Hunter Valley

Brenda Christian

Wine

We all want to drink great wine – right? And let's face it, there's plenty of it in the Hunter Valley. But did you know we have half a dozen cult wines that will make your wine snob mates go bananas?Yep, we're talking the crème de la crème of wines that wine collectors worldwide lust over.So how do we know they're the most coveted, collectable win...

6 Cooking Classes to try

Brenda Christian

Eat & Drink Things to do

Want to improve your cooking skills or maybe you're looking for a gift for a foodie friend? A cooking class in the Hunter Valley is just the thing for anyone who wants to learn a few tricks of the trade and eat some top-notch tucker in the process.There's an array of fun and interactive classes where you can get some hands-on experience while loca...

The magic of Mount View

Brenda Christian

Wine Eat & Drink Accommodation Things to do

If you're looking for exquisite views, kick-ass wines and a bucolic bistro that enchants all who enter, head to this hidden haven in the mountains. When you think of the fairy kingdom what comes to mind? A breathtakingly beautiful realm with lush green hills and majestic mountains with intoxicating beverages and out-of-this-world food? Welcome ...

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5 TOP WINERY TOURS

Romantic retreats you'll fall head over heels for

5 Restaurants tailor-made for group dining

Wine-tasting with a view: 10 Insta-worthy cellar doors you won’t want to miss!

HUNTER VALLEY BLOG

5 TOP WINERY TOURS

Romantic retreats you'll fall head over heels for

5 Restaurants tailor-made for group dining

Wine-tasting with a view: 10 Insta-worthy cellar doors you won’t want to miss!

Fireside feasting: the best spots to dine this winter

Tours & tasting sessions you won't want to miss

7 top reasons for a mid-week break

Hunter Valley Legends Award Winners 2019

Kid-friendly Cellar Doors in the Hunter Valley

There’s a lot to ❤ about Lovedale

The newest spots to tie the knot

The lust list: the most wanted wines in the Hunter Valley

6 Cooking Classes to try

The magic of Mount View

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