Food & Wine

Freshness and excellence typify the food and wine available in Greater Shepparton. If its grown in Greater Shepparton, then there's every chance it's processed there too!

The region is home to many of Australia's, and the worlds, largest food processing plants. SPC Ardmona, Campbells, IXL and Bonlac are all household names.

Dotted through the region are a number of specialty fruit farms with sumptuous berries and other foods to delight the palate.

Make your visit to Greater Shepparton a dining experience. Discover a world of dining in the cafes and restaurants from al fresco to elegant, as well as better known fast food outlets.

Take the best of the region's produce, add a selection from the great range of delis and bakeries, and create your own picnic feast to be enjoyed in one of the many parks and riverside areas.

No culinary experience would be complete without the wonderful wines of the region. The variations in climate and soils from the Goulburn Valley to the cooler climates of the Strathbogie Ranges result in wines ranging from full bodied reds to the lightest of whites.

The established wineries vary from the stunning buildings of Mitchelton with its panoramic view from the tower to the rustic charm of Tahbilk Winery, Victoria's oldest winery and vineyard, and the smaller boutique wineries such as Longleat, Twelve Acres and Monichino Wines.

Local wineries participate in the many vintage and family festivals held in Greater Shepparton and the surrounding region. These festivals provide the most fastidious wine connoisseur with the opportunity to sample of the vines and enjoy the wonderful food offered by the region's chefs.

Some wineries combine their excellent vintages with tempting foods giving you a complete gourmet experience. Make sure you experience the wines of the Goulburn Valley.