25 Jul 2018

Introducing John's new Facebook page - "Out and About with John"


Just an update from my new Facebook page and by way of re- introducing you to my ongoing blog.

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Here is a summary and some foodie pictures of my last six reviews, the full reviews can be found on my blog under the heading of Food (of course). Don’t forget to look under the other headings of:-
·         Photography -  posting my images, all of which are for sale printed on canvas or otherwise by arrangement.
·         Tourism/Events  – on tourism issues affecting our region and upcoming events of interest in and around our region.
·         Community Comment – from time to time I see or hear things I consider need airing in the public domain.

Reviews
Mr “D”  BairnsdaIe:   Glad I returned to “Mr D” to enjoy the “Mr D” burger and more good quality coffee.

Mr D Burger

Graze Bistro Sale Greyhound Racing Club:  Don’t be put off by the venue name, The Graze Bistro would hold its own anywhere
Waffles Strawberries and Ice Cream - Graze Bistro
Lake Whadie Café: Bairnsdale:  Take the opportunity to experience Lake Whadie Café & Indian Restaurant. I am happy to recommend it to you..
Curries at Lake Whadie Cafe
Hendo’s Café Bairnsdale:  Good basic café style food at top value prices. Popular at lunchtimes so either get in early.
Roast of the Day Hendo's
The Barn Kalimna:  An enjoyable, relaxing, quiet oasis within a garden centre.  Enjoyable lunch overlooking open undulating paddocks in comfortable surroundings.
Caesar salad at The Barn
The Kalimna Hotel Kalimna:  Great way to spend a lunchtime overlooking the Gippsland Lakes and enjoying good simple value food.
Steak Sanger at Kalimna Hotel


29 Jun 2018

Back to "Mr D" in Bairnsdale for a "Mr D" Burger

Mr. D - Food and Coffee:   196 Main Street Bairnsdale VIC 3875    Phone:  5152 7124      https://www.mrdfoodandcoffee.com.au
Breakfast: 7am to 11.30am 
Lunch:      11.45am to 3pm. 
Dinner:     Thursday, Friday & Saturday 6pm to 8pm.

"Glad I went back for a Burger"

26 Jun 2018

Stand aside Dish-lickers, there is some serious dining here


Graze Bistro- Sale Greyhound Racing Club:  Sale Showgrounds Sale Maffra Road Sale 3850.
Open 7 Days  Lunch: 11.30am - 2.00pm   Dinner: 5.30pm - 8.30pm     Tel: (03) 5144 2148            Fax: (03) 5144 1910    Email: sale@grv.org.au      Web http://www.salegreyhoundclub.com.au.
Not just for greyhound racing, for a range of family friendly enjoyment, group bookings functions and delicious dining styles.

9 Jun 2018

Delicious Donuts 'n Dogs plus more from the Great White Buffalo

What a pleasant surprise awaited my return to Lakes Entrance after a short break. The Lakes Country Cruise weekend was on, a recurring event bringing many Hot Rod and car enthusiasts to the area over the June long weekend. This means cars of all descriptions, but mainly Hot Rods all over town, and of course, I have a certain love of all things car ! But what of this mysterious "Great White Buffalo" what is it?, where is it?, why am I writing about it?. Well another love of mine is food......,

26 May 2018

Lake Whadie Café “If you haven’t tried an Indian this would be a good spot to start.”

Lake Whadie Café    Café & Indian Restaurant    1 Princes Hwy, Lucknow VIC 3875                      Phone: 5152 6060       Email: lakewhadie@hotmail.com                                                                        Tuesday to Saturday -  9am to 3pm then from 5pm until late; Fully Licensed (BYO Wine Only)
Never judge a book by the cover - a surprise awaits you

25 May 2018

“Just for a coffee but I’m going back for a MR D special”

MR D  for  Food and Coffee   196 Main Street  Bairnsdale VIC 3875 

Phone:  5152 7124        https://www.mrdfoodandcoffee.com.au
Breakfast 7am to 11.30am Lunch 11.45am to 3pm. Dinner Thursday, Friday & Saturday 6pm to 8pm.

Alfresco Seating in Nicholsen St

24 May 2018

Beware when Burning Off - are you confused?


Having it would seem, managed to negotiate another Fire Danger Period in the East Gippsland region without any major fires, it is now a time to think about preparations and works to minimize the risk of fires in the coming season 2018-19. Gee it comes round quickly doesn’t it? This may seem early but work now can minimize work later when perhaps you have other commitments to manage simultaneously, and ensure that your land is well prepared to minimize the fire risk.

11 May 2018

Hendo's Cafe: Good to return to a favourite and see if things change - “Plain Jane no nonsense food - with a smile”


Hendo’s Cafe
77-81 Main Street, Bairnsdale.  Ph: 5152 6742  Hrs: Mon - Fri  5:30- 3:00  Breakfast until 10-30am
It is sometimes good to return to an old favourite venue and see if things have changed, at Hendo's the award winning concept still works.... “Plain Jane no nonsense food - with a smile”

2 May 2018

Time for Coffee in a Café with Culture


The Café Culture series seems to go from strength to strength and on Friday 12th May it returns to its latest and arguably best venue, the Albert & Co Function Centre at Bellevue on the Lakes.  
This performance is in the do not miss category and entitled “Red Dress & The Sugar Man”.