One of the longest established Japanese restaurants in Melbourne, Kuni's continues to deliver consistently excellent quality cuisine for around thirty years. The service is friendly and punctual and the artwork on the walls is very attractive.

Approximate cost: $25

Mercato is a very solid and consistent dining institution in Spa Country. It offers a number of spaces, so you don't feel too crowded in and it often features art works on its walls. Open fire places and smart service augment the extensive menu featuring the usual favourites and often a couple of specials including some vegetarian options. Mondays also offers a "locals Night" where the usual menu is supplemented with a limited selections of mains and glass of wine for $20 - these nights are popular, so best to book first.

Approximate cost: $30

This very local General Store has been turned into a great foodie source of local produce and goods as well as a wide range of take-aways. It's become something of a local meeting spot with its quirky atmosphere and range of goodies - including lollies.

The ultimate foodie haven, with lots of gourmet items and local produce for sale. You can also eat-in for lunch and Saturday dinner. Light meals with a strong emphasis on local produce.

This firm specialises in servicing small to medium sized business. My company has used them for over five years since I first investigated acquiring a local business. I trust them on the technical side, but find the real differentiation is in their degree of personalised service which is excellent.

Andrea designed the corporate identity for a new professional services business from the ground up, including logo, stationery and web presence. What sets her apart is her attention to detail, responsiveness and cost-effectiveness. She is very easy to work with and shows much empathy with finding solutions to design and communication issues.

This is a buzzy and funky cafe open for breakfasts and lunch on the main strip in Hepburn Springs. The service is very friendly and the menu quite diverse and interesting.

Approximate cost: $15

Very innovative yet rustic style cuisine with a large specials list. Good wine list. They apparently hang their own beef. The dining room happily co-exists with a fairly original front bar. Don't be put off by the fairly original pub exterior.

Approximate cost: $30