Staying true to the simple yet delicious flavors of local Yarra Valley ingredients ―― Australian BellaVedre

Text / Chen Guanxin, compiled and reported by MOOK Scenic Spots Tourism Life Network Source / Mook Editorial Department

Bella Vedre (BellaVedre Restaurant) is a restaurant jointly operated by two good friends, Gary and Tim. Tim, who loves wearing vintage suits, manages the front of house, while Gary cooks in the semi-open kitchen with his excellent team. Both have extensive experience in restaurants and hotels, which enables them to serve diners with great synergy.

In the wooden semi-open kitchen, you can always see the chefs’ focused expressions as they cook. Each dish that comes out exudes Gary’s passion for cooking. All the ingredients here come from local farms and gardens in the Yarra Valley, with some even sourced from their own crops and livestock. As Chef Gary has long been creating dishes with fresh ingredients in the kitchen, he maintains a deep respect for these natural plants and animals from the earth. He believes, how can one master culinary skills without knowing the origins of the ingredients?

After understanding the chef’s philosophy on cooking, tasting his creations makes you even more appreciative of his mindset. Bella Vedre offers different dishes every day according to the season and available ingredients. They never rely on decorative gimmicks but instead focus on simple and genuinely wholesome cuisine. Homemade olive bread spread with rich butter, tender and juicy roasted lamb, paired with vegetables and meat juices that taste distinctly sweet — such a main course for just 25 Australian dollars is truly moving.

【Travel Information】

Address: 874 Maroondah Hwy, Coldstream VIC 3770, Australia

Phone: +61-3-5962-6161

Hours: Breakfast Wednesday–Sunday 8:00–11:30, Lunch Wednesday–Sunday 12:00–16:00, Dinner Friday–Saturday 19:30–23:00 (5-course set menu).

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