The Black Olive prepares a variety of delicious baguettes and foccacias. The size and taste are above average, although the service was a bit slow and the last two occasions I visited one of the ordered items was 'forgotten about' by the staff (both times I had to approach the counter and ask where it was). They serve a wonderful cup of tea too - instead of bringing out a generic lipton tea bag, they sell full leaf silk bagged teas which are fresh and delicious. Prices are reasonable, food is very tasty, only the service was lacking.

Truly magnificent. The staff prepare the tastiest coffee in the Barossa, not too strong, not too weak, just right. They sell their own beans too, either pre-ground or whole, so you can take them home and brew your own there. Coffee isn't the only highlight though, as their cakes and meals have always been delicious - last time I stopped in for breakfast they made the most perfect smoked salmon scrambled eggs with toast, mmmmm. If you're passing through Angaston, you HAVE to stop into Blonde!

Dragon Palace seems like the typical Chinese restaurant - large range of dishes, reasonable price, quick service and all around yummy food! My family ordered take away from the Dragon Palace about a month ago on the advice of a friend, and it didn't disappoint. The food was very tasty and fresh. Unfortunately, we didn't check the order until we got home and, living a long way away, was upset to find that they failed to include the serve of garlic prawns in the order (even though we paid for it). Rather than go all the way back, we let it slip, but it was a bit of a rain on our parade :S. Still, good food and good service.

Approximate cost: $12

Being the Indian cuisine buff that I am, I was rather excited to be visiting Snake Charmer for the first time the other night. Well, I certainly wasn't disappointed, but I wasn't blown away either. They do a rather nice range of curries, and the my family ordered were nice, although a bit on the hot side (maybe it was the fact that it was in the high 30s outside though!). Butter chicken, yummy - saag paneer, yummy - dhal, nice. Drink sizes were a little small, making second glasses imperative (especially considering the heat), but the value was good, so all was well. Not bad, not great, a good feed though.

Approximate cost: $15

Regatta's is a relatively low key restaurant located IN the Adelaide Convention Centre on the river torrens. It is one of Adelaides relatively few fine dining experiences, being low on the serving portion sizes, high on the price, and very high on the quality and flavour! Service is 'professional' (they weren't very friendly, rather kept to themselves), but the quality of the food, combined with the lovely view of the river torrens, makes this a wonderful dining experience. Highly recommended.

Approximate cost: $25

Myself and the rest of the 'Polish Hill River' Pioneer descendants group make the trip up to Sevenhill every year for our reunions, and we always visit the local pub for a meal and a bottle (or three!) of wine. They serve a moderate variety of meals, all of them fresh, and well priced. Best of all, they have a large cellar underneath the dining area, and you can walk down there yourself and choose a bottle from their extensive range. Some of them can be pricey, depending on their vintage, but the selection is exquisite. Drop by if you're in the area!

Approximate cost: $17

The Avoca hotel has recently expanded to include a fine dining area, where you can sit down with your partner for a classy dinner, or take the family for a delicious function. Prices are reasonable for what they serve, averaging approx $18 for a decent main, they do the classic 'curry of the day', and their seafood is fresh and well prepared. Also, they have BYO wine, so save some dollars by popping over to the thirsty camel drive through next door, then bring it back over!

Approximate cost: $18

If you're travelling in the Coonawarra wine region in South Australia, be sure to make a stop at Hollicks winery. Not only do they have a wonderful range of delicious wines, and a cellar door, but they also have a quite popular restaurant which serves a small but delicious range of foods. Their individual pizzas are rather expensive but nice, and their butter chicken curry was also delicious. What's best is that you have a well priced and flavourful wine selection from which to choose, all in the Hollicks range!

Ding Hao has a hard time competing with all the other Chinese restaurants down Gouger Street, but they hold their own. The restaurant is not too bright but still fresh, and the food is quite delicious. Service was a bit slow but I think it's worth the wait, best to visit with a bunch of friends.

Bacchus Wine Bar is located in Henley Square and is relatively low key compared to surrounding restaurants. They do specialise in oysters, although not being a big fan of oysters, I had to find refuge in their less popular chicken polo pasta, and I was rather disappointed. The ambiance was rather nice, and the prices were reasonable, but unless you like oysters, I'd select an adjoining restaurant for a bite to eat.