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    Perth,  Western Australia

    Five of the best wine bars in Perth

    April 14, 2025 /

    Perth’s small bar boom has brought a bevy of stylish wine bars to the city and suburbs. So where can you go to find a delicious drop and moreish morsels for date night, a catch-up with your bestie or after-work drinks? These are my picks for the best wine bars in Perth - places I’d go back to over and over.

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    Chelsea Hayes

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    Wine tasting on Phillip Island

    January 13, 2025
    A bartender pouring wine from a row of taps at Glou in Collingwood, Melbourne

    Sustainable wine stores in Melbourne where you can refill your bottles

    March 17, 2025
    Façade of the Royal Exhibition Building in Melbourne with a pink Pinot Palooza banner

    15+ fantastic wine festivals in Melbourne and around Victoria in 2025

    January 27, 2025
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    Swan Valley,  Western Australia

    How to get to Perth’s Swan Valley (and how to get around once you’re there)

    December 30, 2024 /

    The Swan Valley wine region is located within the Perth metropolitan area, making it a great day trip destination with minimal travel time. But what’s the best way to get there? It’s easy to drive - but if your whole group is keen to indulge in tasting the wines and other tempting beverages available, there are plenty of other transport options. Here’s a complete guide on how to get to Perth’s beautiful Swan Valley (and how to get around to all the sights once you’re there).

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    Chelsea Hayes

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    Doing the WSET Level 1 Award in Wine in Melbourne

    February 24, 2025
    Wine tasting glasses, booklet and notes sheet with a grazing board in the background.

    Wine appreciation classes in Perth

    September 9, 2024
    Trees and blue skies reflected in a still lake

    Southern Forests wine region guide

    August 12, 2024
  • Overhead view of a vineyard in the Swan Valley wine region at sunset
    Swan Valley,  Western Australia

    Swan Valley wine region guide

    December 16, 2024 /

    The Swan Valley is a paradise for your tastebuds: a wine region full of gourmet delights. And being located within a major city, it's incredibly easy to access! Discover how to plan a trip to the Swan Valley and some of the best wineries to hit up while you're there.

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    Chelsea Hayes

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    Trees with bright green leaves that are turning autumn colours over a wet road in the Macedon Ranges wine region

    Macedon Ranges wine region guide

    November 4, 2024
    Gentle slopes of grass with a small pond and grey skies

    Wine tasting in Western Australia’s Ferguson Valley

    July 15, 2024
    A glass of red wine sitting on a post in a vineyard

    Variety vs varietal: What’s the difference?

    July 29, 2024
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    Perth,  Western Australia

    Spanish wine and tapas bars in Perth

    December 2, 2024 /

    Crispy croquetas, tasty tortilla, moreish manchego… Spanish food is worth travelling to the other side of the world for. But when in Perth, the mouthwatering Mediterranean flavours are surprisingly easy to find! Perth has been blessed with several excellent Spanish tapas and wine bars and I’ve made it my mission to try them all and report back to you. ¡Salud!

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    Chelsea Hayes

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    Overhead view of a vineyard in the Swan Valley wine region at sunset

    Swan Valley wine region guide

    December 16, 2024
    Four wine samples with small food samples representing different tastes

    Doing the WSET Level 1 Award in Wine in Melbourne

    February 24, 2025
    Trees with bright green leaves that are turning autumn colours over a wet road in the Macedon Ranges wine region

    Macedon Ranges wine region guide

    November 4, 2024
  • A trendy red-brick bar with dim lighting
    Perth,  Western Australia

    The best wine bars in Fremantle

    November 18, 2024 /

    These days, Fremantle has something cool hidden around every corner. Behind historic façades you’ll find food and drinks to drool over. While the port city’s big breweries are drawcards, there’s also a solid wine scene. Here are five wine bars to try in Freo.

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    Chelsea Hayes

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    A bartender pouring wine from a row of taps at Glou in Collingwood, Melbourne

    Sustainable wine stores in Melbourne where you can refill your bottles

    March 17, 2025
    Exterior of a grey brick building with a Giant Steps sign and mural

    Yarra Valley wineries (no car required): A guide to Healesville cellar doors

    March 3, 2025
    Overhead view of a vineyard in the Swan Valley wine region at sunset

    Swan Valley wine region guide

    December 16, 2024
  • A picnic table on a lawn overlooking rows of grape vines at a Perth Hills winery
    Perth Hills,  Western Australia

    Perth Hills wine region guide

    September 23, 2024 /

    With boutique wineries and beautiful scenery, the Perth Hills wine region may be home to some of Perth’s best-kept secrets. Artisan produce and award-winning wines come together to tantalise your tastebuds. In this guide to the Perth Hills, you’ll find where exactly the region is, some of the wineries to put on your wishlist, and useful information for planning your visit.

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    Chelsea Hayes

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    Six wine tasting glasses on a table in front of a bright green lawn with picnic tables

    Wine tasting on Phillip Island

    January 13, 2025
    A glass of red wine sitting on a post in a vineyard

    Variety vs varietal: What’s the difference?

    July 29, 2024
    An old wooden wagon next to a driveway in a leafy vineyard

    How to get to Perth’s Swan Valley (and how to get around once you’re there)

    December 30, 2024
  • Wine tasting glasses, booklet and notes sheet with a grazing board in the background.
    Perth,  Western Australia

    Wine appreciation classes in Perth

    September 9, 2024 /

    The world of wine can be intimidating. But if you’re keen to gain a little more knowledge so you can comment on wines with confidence, there are plenty of opportunities to do so in Perth. From one-off classes to short courses that will develop your wine knowledge step-by-step, here are some great wine appreciation classes in Perth.

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    Chelsea Hayes

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    Trees with bright green leaves that are turning autumn colours over a wet road in the Macedon Ranges wine region

    Macedon Ranges wine region guide

    November 4, 2024
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    AmazingCo Mystery Picnic Date: An honest review

    October 21, 2024
    Wine glasses in a dark space with dots of golden light behind

    Five of the best wine bars in Perth

    April 14, 2025
  • A row of wine dispensers at Tall Timbers Manjimup
    Southern Forests,  Western Australia

    Wine tasting at Tall Timbers in Manjimup

    August 26, 2024 /

    To get a taste of Western Australia’s Southern Forests wine region, there’s one place that should absolutely be on your list: Tall Timbers. On the main street of Manjimup, it’s a one-stop-shop to sample local drops.

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    Chelsea Hayes

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    Trees and blue skies reflected in a still lake

    Southern Forests wine region guide

    August 12, 2024
    Autumn trees arching over a road

    Alpine Valleys wine region guide

    February 10, 2025
    A mosaic table overlooking rolling green hills with vines and a small lake

    Geographe wine region guide

    July 1, 2024
  • Trees and blue skies reflected in a still lake
    Southern Forests,  Western Australia

    Southern Forests wine region guide

    August 12, 2024 /

    Towering trees, fresh produce, small towns and top-quality wines: welcome to the Southern Forests, about four hours from Perth in Western Australia’s South West.

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    Chelsea Hayes

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    An old wooden wagon next to a driveway in a leafy vineyard

    How to get to Perth’s Swan Valley (and how to get around once you’re there)

    December 30, 2024
    Gentle slopes of grass with a small pond and grey skies

    Wine tasting in Western Australia’s Ferguson Valley

    July 15, 2024
    Trees with bright green leaves that are turning autumn colours over a wet road in the Macedon Ranges wine region

    Macedon Ranges wine region guide

    November 4, 2024
  • Gentle slopes of grass with a small pond and grey skies
    Geographe,  Western Australia

    Wine tasting in Western Australia’s Ferguson Valley

    July 15, 2024 /

    Dreaming of your next wine tasting weekend in Western Australia? Forget Margaret River: for a quick country escape within easy reach of Perth, a Ferguson Valley wine tasting trip should top your wishlist. With beautiful forests, rolling farmland (and vineyards), fresh produce galore, adorable towns and lovely little wineries, it truly ticks all the boxes.

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    Chelsea Hayes

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    An old-fashioned truck adorned with bee illustrations and the word 'honey'

    AmazingCo Mystery Picnic Date: An honest review

    October 21, 2024
    A mosaic table overlooking rolling green hills with vines and a small lake

    Geographe wine region guide

    July 1, 2024
    A picnic table on a lawn overlooking rows of grape vines at a Perth Hills winery

    Perth Hills wine region guide

    September 23, 2024
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