New Lorne Gourmet Trail
One of Australia’s favourite coastal tourism destinations is about to show its saucy side with the creation of the new Lorne Gourmet Trail.
Famous as an iconic location on the Great Ocean Road, Lorne is renowned for its clean beaches and amazing landscapes. What has been lesser known until now, is that the town and the surrounding hinterland also produce world class food and wine.
Offering the benefit of local knowledge, the Lorne Gourmet Trail is a great new way for tourists to discover the local produce and seasonal delights of the region while at the same time exploring the Great Ocean Road’s hinterland which includes the undulating countryside and lush rainforests of Bambra, Birregurra, Deans Marsh, Murroon, Winchelsea, Pennyroyal and surrounds.
The Lorne Gourmet Trail is outlined in a free brochure which provides maps, contact details and delicious descriptions of the tantalising treats awaiting Great Ocean Road hinterland travellers. There are 18 diverse ‘must-sample’ destinations and 12 accommodation options are highlighted in the brochure. They include: Birregurra Estate Olives, producers of sumptuous kalamata olives and extra virgin olive oil; Hasting Ostrich Farm (in Winchelsea), a world leader in ostrich farming, exporting ostriches and ostrich goods all over the world and the multi award-winning Pennyroyal Farm, renowned for its super comfortable, pet-friendly cottages. Other destinations featured include Blakes Estate Winery which specialise in ‘Burgundy style’ Pinot Noir, and Hare Krishna Valley, a 200-acre property containing a biodynamic farm selling seasonal produce direct to the public and self-contained cottages, which is also famous for its monthly Vegetarian Feasts.
For further information: call Lorne Visitor Information Centre on 1300 891 152 or go to www.visitsurfcoast.com
Media contact: Matt Novacevski, Surf Coast Shire Ph. 5261 0564 or email: mnovacevski@surfcoast.vic.gov.au