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Things to do in Pokolbin, New South Wales: The Best Shopping
In Pokolbin, wine lovers can drink in the beauty of the Lower Hunter Valley, one of the most important wine regions in Australia. Sip your way through a guided vineyard tour as you sample the best reds, whites and bubblies that New South Wales has to offer. The lush vineyard landscapes are breathtaking, setting the mood for a romantic getaway.
Restaurants in Pokolbin
1. Hunter Belle Cheese Room & Cafe
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 59 reviews
Cheese, Gelato, Fudge, giftware & more. An indulgent experience for all to enjoy... Hunter Belle is excited to present our brand new cheese room in Pokolbin, in the heart of the Hunter Valley. Located in the Ben Ean Complex at the beautiful historic Lindeman's Estate, with two cellar doors and a restaurant downstairs, we are a perfect desitination for your next trip to the Hunter Valley Wine
Reviewed By dougbrookes1 - Sydney, Australia
Some of the best cheese I’ve ever tasted! Denise was amazing, knowledgeable about all aspects of cheesemaking and the yummy cheese made at Hunter Belle. The award- winning triple cream briebelle is absolutely fantastic and definitely a true favourite. The platters and meals available at the cafe are fantastic and is a great lunch in between wineries! Coming to Hunter Belle’s Cheese Room is an absolute must for any cheese lover in the the Hunter, such a great cheese tasting and and an amazing meal... Go and enjoy!
2. Mistletoe Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 163 reviews
Mistletoe is a small family owned vineyard and winery that was established by the current owners in 1989. Three generations of the family are actively involved in its day to day operation. Mistletoe is not just a "Cellar Door" it is a genuine working winery and vineyard with all wine being made on site. Mistletoe’s multi award winning wines are sold exclusively from the winery and cellar door located in the beautiful Hermitage Road area of Pokolbin just off the recently completed Hunter Expressway. Now in its 31st. year,Mistletoe’s “ no compromise” approach to producing “ true to origin” premium quality wines, has seen it receive many,many, hundreds of awards and accolades. Mistletoe has been rated a 5 star winery in the 2007 to 2020 editions of James Halliday’s Australian Wine Companion. This rating places Mistletoe in the Top 10% of wineries in Australia. With more than 20 wines on offer Mistletoe has one of the most comprehensive ranges of wine to be seen in the Hunter Valley.
Reviewed By JollyTraveller12 - Ballina, Australia
A great family run vineyard with a great selection of wines to taste and only $3 to taste which is waived when you buy wine.10/10
3. Binnorie Dairy Lovedale
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 131 reviews
We make soft fresh goat and cow cheese , we offer free cheese tastings.Come in for some coffee or lunch
Reviewed By jenniferhelen92 - Tamworth, Australia
We had such a lovely (cheese themed) lunch here. Great outdoor seating area for the warmer months, lovely friendly and knowledgeable staff. Menu had a fab selection from soup to quiche to fresh pasta. The Brie, bacon and leek quiche was amazing. Great cheese selection - try the labneh!!
4. Come What May
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 13 reviews
Come What May is a new homewares and gift shop in Pokolbin. A collection of vintage and modern pieces, Come What May has many special items that help make a house a home.Now open, the shop is located on Calais Estate beside the cellar door. We are open Thurs-Sun 10am-5pm, or by appointment outside of these times. This latest addition to Calais Estate enables visitors to drink, eat and shop while on the one estate! We look forward to seeing you soon at Come What May.
Reviewed By yomi406
What a beautiful and unusual place to shop, full of giftware, jams and charming items to purchase. i found a stunning silk dress amongst it all, which is super comfortable and has become a favourite. Nice, friendly service too!
5. Handmade in the Hunter Markets
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 21 reviews
Handmade in the Hunter Markets - where you will discover the variety and quality of goods grown, made and crafted by Hunter Valley artisans. As the longest running and most popular, meet-the-maker market in the vineyards, you will meet and talk with the grower, maker or artist behind each of the expertly crafted and truly unique “Handmade in the Hunter” creations. We take great pride in the fact that when you buy something from us you are taking a little bit of the Hunter home with you. Conveniently located near the three major concert venues (Hope Estate, Bimbadgen and Roche Estate), wineries, restaurants and Hunter Valley Gardens, Handmade in the Hunter Markets are also held to coincide with concert dates and other major vineyard events. Come along to see, taste, try, buy and marvel for yourself at what the vibrant Hunter Valley artistic and creative community has to offer. See our website for a complete list of market dates or our facebook page for cancellations due to adverse weather.
Reviewed By suzannesX7226TB
Handmade in the Hunter Markets is a true gem of the Hunter Valley. I visit the markets on a regular basis and there is always something different. With just a quick look around you can tell that the items are genuinely handmade - they are indeed unique and nothing short of "artworks". The best part is you can talk to the very artist who created them. My dogs absolutely loved the handmade dog treats. I am also in the fortunate position to be a local tour guide so I can speak not only as a customer myself but as someone who has witnessed the reaction of many people. I choose to include Handmade in the Hunter Markets as a feature item on my tours when we visit Kevin Sobel's wines. As we drive past I often get people asking "Are we going to visit those markets sometime today? They look fascinating." and I always get delighted replies when I confirm that yes the markets are on our itinerary. After our visit the bus often drives around full of interesting chilli plants, sauces, jewellery, candles, hand creams ... you name it! I often have delighted passengers tell me about how they found the perfect gift for the person who has everything or is hard to buy for. I have very strict standards for the venues we visit on our tours and unless my guests receive 5 star service and love the venue we don't go back. The satisfaction of my guests reflects on my tour as well. Handmade in the Hunter Markets is a tour highlight and will be on our tour well into the future as our passengers are delighted with the unique items and the friendly country hospitality shown by the stall holders. Even if you are not on a tour, a visit to this market is well worth your time.
6. Hunter Valley Smelly Cheese Shop
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 50 reviews
Reviewed By peterhD1441QY
Found this place as a matter of necessity as the food at our lodgings was uneditable. We stocked up on prosciutto, salumi, artichokes, eggplant and other antipasto offerings, along with some great cheeses and breads, one being pumpkin bread and a fantastic Nocciola Gelato and headed back to our lodgings, along with a couple of bottles of Cockfighter's Ghost Nebbiolo and pretended we were in Tuscany. The produce on offer is fresh and delicious, just wish they had an outlet in Sydney. Would recommend visiting this place any time you are in the Hunter.
7. Hunter Valley Smelly Cheese Shop - Hall of Food
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 336 reviews
World Class Delicatessen/ Cheese Shop offering a gourmands delight.We manufacture Gelato and Cheese. The Tempus two site also offers a licensed cafe serving food and alcoholic beverages. Come try the best pizza, burgers and coffee in town.
Reviewed By UUizardOfOz
This place is absolutely top class. I spent far more that I should have on gorgeous cheeses, but I'm not complaining! I also struggled to resist an amazing choice of gelato flavours! The service was friendly and helpful, and I'll definitely be back.
8. Pokolbin Chocolate Company & Pokolbin Jam Co
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 52 reviews
Pokolbin Chocolate Company is a 100% Australian owned small family business which has been operating for over 17yrs. Pokolbin Chocolates sell a wide variety of Chocolates, fudges, lollies, jams loose leaf teas and a large selection of specialty handmade individually hand painted Chocolates of all shapes, sizes and flavours! So we are NOT confused with any other store Pokolbin Chocolates have only ONE retail outlet, being at Pokolbin Village, (across from Hope Estate). We are not affiliated whatsoever with nor have we ever been affiliated with any other Chocolate outlets.
Reviewed By Explore22883042890
Exquisite range of handmade chocolates, (attention to detail superb, they looked to good to eat) the flavors were delicious. Large variety of Chocolates, loose leaf tea, and Jams. Fudge made on site looked and tasted amazing. Customer service was fantastic, Thank you girls for the free chocolate and fudge tastings, a true delight, you made our day, we will most definitely be back!
9. Hunter Wine Country Markets
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 13 reviews
Reviewed By clairef433
It's a smallish market that showcases different stalls every weekend on rotation. Something for everyone, with live music and wine tasting in the cellar door, De Bortoli Wines has a sealed car park with disabled parking and toilets. Shopping consists of Fashion, Homewears, Accessories, Children's products, Food, Health and Beauty. Most of the products are 100% handmade weather they are locally made or not they are still hand crafted generally by the person behind the stall who is happy to help you. I always find this market to be very friendly with a great relaxed atmosphere
10. Hunter Honey Hive
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 2 reviews
The Hunter Honey Hive encompasses all things honey. Free tastings daily of local honey including flavour infused varieties. Stocking a huge range of honey and honey products sourced from local Hunter Valley suppliers as well as various suppliers across Au
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