This Easter, Victorians have the perfect chance to celebrate the flavours, makers and communities that make regional Victoria so special.

Small businesses are reopening their doors and bringing together great food, local makers and seasonal experiences worth the trip.

Whether you’re settling in for a long lunch, exploring local shops, or booking a cosy stay, your visit helps regional communities thrive during one of their busiest and most meaningful times of year.

Hop on down and show your support.

Euroa

Located at the base of the Strathbogie Ranges, Euroa is a small town with a big heart. Seven Creeks runs gently through the town, lined with walking tracks, green spaces, pubs, and cafés that bring the community together.

The Wine List in Euroa is a wine bar dedicated to championing independent Australian winemakers you won’t find in major retailers.

They focus on creating a relaxed, welcoming space where people can discover something new, whether that’s a lesser-known varietal, a small-batch producer or a thoughtful food and wine pairing.

Since opening, The Wine List has become a place for connection in the community, hosting events, tastings and long lunches that bring people together around great food and wine.

What’s on this Easter

This Easter, The Wine List is hosting a special Sunday long lunch with award-winning chef Geoff Lindsay.

The menu celebrates generous flavours and the first tastes of autumn, beginning with a playful caviar Easter egg, followed by tuna carpaccio with citrus and herbs.

A slow-cooked lamb shoulder with roasted root vegetables and mint yoghurt anchors the meal, finishing with a coconut panna cotta layered with strawberry, passionfruit and basil.

Check out what’s on at The Wine List.

Trentham and Kyneton

If you’re heading through central Victoria, Trentham and Kyneton are just a short drive apart, making it easy to hop between both towns in a single trip. Take an easy hike at Trentham’s waterfall or enjoy the artisan eateries in town, before heading to Kyneton's busy markets and historic streets with charming accommodation to bed down for the night.

If you are after an Easter chocolate fix, Sisko Chocolate is the place to be. This small business is a design-led chocolatier, creating handcrafted chocolates that combine rich decadent flavours that are impossible to resist.

From their studio in Trentham, they offer more than chocolate. Sisko creates a destination where people can connect, slow down, and experience the joy of chocolate in a meaningful and memorable way.

As a small business, they are proud to be part of the regional community and to contribute to the vibrancy of local tourism, particularly during seasonal periods like Easter.

What’s on this Easter

Indulge in the handcrafted Easter collection, including their signature flat eggs and sculptural chocolate pieces.

Enjoy the signature Sisko Chocolate Sphere Experience, a warm and immersive hot chocolate ritual where a handcrafted chocolate sphere melts to reveal a hidden centre.

Or experience the chocolate workshops and tastings held at Sisko Chocolate Studio in Trentham.

• Browse the Sisko Chocolate range.
• What can you do in Trentham.
• What can you do in Kyneton.

Kilmore East

Dating back to 1837, Kilmore is believed to be Victoria’s oldest inland settled town. Only a 60 km drive from Melbourne, this country town offers you the best country escape for the weekend, with a spot of golf for those who like the ranges. For Easter break, wander nineteenth‑century bluestone buildings and streets, browse antique and artisan shops, and take home something delicious for your Easter table.

Pop by The Meat Room in Kilmore East and discover a small‑batch salami specialist crafting award‑winning charcuterie from free-range pork.

Founded by James and Kathy Mele, the business blends traditional Italian techniques with a strong commitment to craftsmanship, earning multiple national food awards.

Alongside premium salami they supply pork for home producers and operate an onsite providore, featuring bakery and patisserie items made on site as well as gourmet local goods. Their focus on tradition, community and quality creates an authentic regional food experience.

What’s on this Easter

The Meat Room’s fan favourite hot cross buns are available in the providore from now until the end of Easter. Make sure to call or message The Meat Room to place your orders so you don't miss out.

Find something sweet or savoury with The Meat Room.