Bon Appétit
Dine with us at Gracie’s Restaurant located within our historic 1842 homestead or on those balmy days and nights perhaps you would prefer to enjoy our outdoor deck.
Either way you will be looking out on to some picturesque scenery during the day and spectacular starry skies at night whilst dining out on culinary delights.
Our Director of Food, Jonathan Alston and his kitchen team will present you with a delicious seasonal menu spotlighting regional produce. Jonathan’s international experience extends to two 3-Star Michelin awarded restaurants including Marco Pierre White’s famed restaurant. Together with his kitchen team, he brings a culinary flair to your dining experience at Gracie’s Restaurant.
We also have private dining spaces available for intimate gatherings and large get-togethers.
About The Chef
Jonathan honed his culinary skills on the international food scene, working for Marco Pierre White at The Restaurant (UK) and Michel Guerard at Les Pres D’Eugenie (FR). Both establishments are 3 Michelin Star awarded restaurants.
On his return from Europe, Jonathan was approached to be Executive Chef of the iconic restaurant, the Stokehouse. In his first year at the helm, the Stokehouse was awarded two Chefs Hats by The Age Good Food Guide, an unprecedented achievement in the restaurant’s decade long history. He later took up the Executive Chef position at Baby for The Lucas Group to rave reviews. Italy 1 and Scusami Italian Restaurant are other notable Melbourne restaurants that Jonathan has headed.
Now a Tallarook local, Jonathan works with local producers at every opportunity. His menus are driven by in season produce, some of which are grown on his nearby farm.
High Tea
On selected Sundays throughout the year, Flowerdale Estate hosts a sumptuous High Tea. Three tiers of exquisite sweet and savoury sensations, each of which are lovingly made inhouse by our chefs, await you.
Delight in everything that has made high tea a much-loved tradition – ribbon sandwiches, bite sized sausage rolls and other savoury morsels, petite desserts and of course, scones, jam and cream. Choose from a selection of organic teas and herbal infusions or enjoy bubbles and pimms and lemonade for an exquisitely regal touch.
Pallet Picnics
Our whimsical pallet picnics are perfect for bringing a little magic to your bridal or baby shower, birthday or “just because” event. Set privately amongst the rolling hills of our picturesque gardens, your guests will enjoy a perfectly curated grazing menu whilst sipping away on a beverage of your choosing.
From corporate wellness retreats, product launches and new motor vehicle showcases to sunrise yoga, milestone celebrations and pallet picnics under the shade of a beautiful gum tree, our team collaborate and create unforgettable experiences for you.
Open air cinema under a country moon, a mad hatter’s kids high tea that has little faces smiling wider than the Cheshire Cat himself, live bands on the lawn and specially themed dining for Mother’s Day, Father’s Day and other festive occasions are some of the regular, eagerly anticipated events on the Flowerdale Estate calendar.
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Meet the farmers, growers and makers of our local community that help to bring that special ‘something’ to Flowerdale Estate.
Producer Profiles
Locheilan Farmhouse Cheese
Bruce and Sue McGorlick, together with the Lawless family have a 150h dairy farm in Wunghnu. Together they have over 65 years experience in the dairy industry. They have a range of white mould cheeses, as well as Blue, hard and semi hard.
Limestone Pork
Compiling of Large White, Duroc, Landrace, with Berkshire, Limestone Pork are an ethical, sustainable farm that have raised free range pigs since 2011. They pride themselves on caring for their animals, and understand that people care about what they eat and where their food comes from.
Brave Goose Winery
Nina and John are the second generation wine makers at the boutique Brave Goose Winery. Nina’s parents established the winery in 1987, with Nina and her husband John taking reign in 2011. Both Nina and John have spent time in Italy, France, Portugal and New Zealand learning and perfecting their techniques. They love making premium wines and are passionate about sustainable agriculture.
The Meat Room
James Mele is passionate about meat. James’ father and uncle were butchers and he spent most of his childhood watching and learning their techniques. Since then, he has travelled and studied, perfecting his art of salami making. James is also passionate about using free range locally sourced pork, and even runs classes on how to make the best salami and sausages.
Bloom Into You
Natasha Benefield, co founder of Bloom Into You, is a local who is passionate about our planet, and about flowers. She believes that growing in a sustainable way, helps to build climate resilience through combined regenerate agricultural practices.
Avenel Mushrooms
Michelle Wilkinson is a local business owner employing more than 30 staff, each week providing 10.5 tonnes for harvesting. Her operation runs 365 days of the year, and she works every single one of them. She attributes her success to her meticulous training and high standards for quality.
Tastes of the Goulburn
Tastes of the Goulburn is a festival that exhibits produce from our local Mitchell Shire, as well as surrounding wine districts (Goulburn Valley, Upper Goulburn, Nagambie and Strathbogie Regions). Enjoy a day with music, food, wine and children’s entertainment.
Victory Meats
Victor Bonacci started his business 12 years ago. He is committed to quality produce and great customer service. Victory meats is HACCP Certified, Australian owned and operated. He has turned his butcher into a little boutique shop, stocking local wine and beer, antipasto products, sauces and oil.
Flowerdale Valley Honey
Flowerdale Valley is an Australian skincare and beauty brand, with a passion for creating natural, high-quality, holistic skincare products. Based at a farm in Flowerdale, many of their products are made using beeswax and honey from their bee hives, adding a special touch to their beautiful products
Marraweeny Olives
Dijana Cane and her family have a small organic olive grove, consisting of about 1,000 trees, that are grown, picked and pruned by the family. Marraweeny Olives have chosen to stay a small operation, choosing to focus on high quality, environmentally friendly production.
Atriem Farm - Tallarook
Stephan Koch of Atriem Farm in Tallarook has gone to great lengths and is passionate about producing high performing Murray Grey cattle for the commercial beef industry. His emphasis is on fertility, carcase quality and temperament.
Wild Crust Bakery
A wholesale bakery located in Yea. They specialise in sourdough loaves, which are 100% genuine long fermented sourdough, then cooked in their own wood fire oven.
