Overview:
Get ready for a mouth-watering day in the Yarra Valley, where you’ll dive into the finest culinary delights, from homemade Italian classics to locally crafted cheeses and sweet treats. This tour is perfect for food lovers looking to eat, learn, and indulge in a feast of fresh, seasonal flavours straight from the heart of the valley! Let’s cook!
“Get in my Belly” Yarra Valley Cooking Class + Food Tour
Itinerary:
Accommodation pick up
First Stop: Cooking with Chef Anna Psaila in Al Dente Restuarant at Billanook Estate
We’ll kick things off with a pick-up from your Yarra Valley accommodation, and head straight to Billanook Estate for an exciting morning with head chef Anna Psaila at Al Dente. Here, you’ll roll up your sleeves and learn how to make Italian classics from scratch—think pastas, pizzas, and desserts, all using fresh Yarra Valley produce. After all the cooking, you’ll sit down to enjoy the 3-course feast you helped create—what could be better than that? (Oh wait, maybe a glass of wine to wash it down!)
Second Stop: Yarra Valley Dairy
Next, we’ll head to the Yarra Valley Dairy, home of delicious artisan cheeses made in a 100-year-old milking shed. We’ll enjoy a tasting session of their finest cheeses, and then you’ll have time to explore their range of homewares and local produce, or simply relax and sip wine while watching the cows pass by. It’s the perfect spot to unwind and savour the flavours of the valley.
Third Stop: Yarra Valley Chocolaterie & Ice-Creamery
No food tour is complete without something sweet, so we’ll finish off our adventure with a visit to the Yarra Valley Chocolaterie & Ice-Creamery. Here, you’ll indulge in one last tasting session, featuring decadent chocolates that are the ultimate treat after a day of feasting.
Accommodation Drop Off
Pricing:
Private Tours: 9.00am-4.00pm - Bookable Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Sunday
Bookings on Saturdays are possible if made well in advance! Saturday bookings can only be made by direct request on 0476 188 044 or email hello@yarravalleyx.com.au
8-11 participants - $349.00 p/hd
Discounts for larger groups as per below - email hello@yarravalleyx.com.au or call 0476 188 044 for instant confirmation to obtain lower price
12-20 participants - $329.00 p/hd
Accommodation pick ups from 8.30am where applicable
Minimum online booking for participants: 8
Maximum online booking for participants: 20
Reservations online for Private Tours can be made up until 7 days before the start time.
If less than 7 days before the start time, please send your request to email: hello@yarravalleyx.com.au
Ages: 15+
Included:
✔ Transport in an air-conditioned bus & door to door pick up/drop off at your Yarra Valley accommodation
✔ Bottle of Water
✔ Tour Guide
✔ A designated driver for the day
✔ Cooking Class run by trained Chef, including 3-course luncheon of what you cook!
✔ Wine Tasting with lunch with Billanook Estate Wines
✔ Optional Cheese Tasting at Yarra Valley Dairy
✔ Optional Chocolate Tasting at Yarra Valley Chocolaterie & Ice-Creamery
Excluded:
❌ Additional drinks purchased at lunch
❌ Any purchases at venues along the way
FAQs
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Yes we can. Please advise us when booking of any dietary requirements and we will best work with you.
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For private groups, the start/end times can be changed to suit your schedule. Reach out to us on phone 0476 188 044 or email hello@yarravalleyx.com.au to discuss your proposal. We’ll make it work for you!
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Wear whatever you want. Aprons will be provided so you don’t spoil that nice new top with some Italian sauce!
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You may leave any small items you do not wish to carry during the Cooking Class in the company Van. This Van will be locked during the duration of the Cooking Class. All belongings are left at your own risk.
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This eXperience is ran entirely indoors so we will go ahead rain, hail or shine.
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If a Tour is completely cancelled due to the decision of Yarra Valley X, then a full refund will be offered. If a tour is cancelled by the client, then a full refund will be offered if it is greater than 30 days from the Tour date.