Get an insider's perspective on Melbourne and Victoria as a diverse group of local identities share their favourite places and best-kept secrets. Join Clare Bowditch, renowned singer/songwriter, as she guides you on a Melbourne adventure.
Favourite food experience? 'Gills Diner is very homely. They serve quality meals in a relaxed atmosphere.'
Favourite day trip? 'Daylesford to sit in heated spas with my girlfriends, indulge ourselves and eat good food.'
Favourite nature-based experience? 'Walking through the Botanic Gardens in spring.'
Favourite food experience? 'Sitting by the fire and having afternoon tea at Wander Inn in Wartook. Absolute bliss.'
Kristine Becker
cafe and bar owner, Melbourne
Patrizia Simone
chef/restaurateur, High Country
Daniel Besen
entrepreneur, Yarra Valley and Dandenong Ranges
Dr André Chiaradia
penguin biologist, Phillip Island
Penny Blazey
enthusiast, Mornington Peninsula
Brien Nelson
park ranger and artist, The Murray
Alla Wolf-Tasker
chef/restaurateur, Daylesford and the Macedon Ranges
Josh Rudd
surf wear designer, Great Ocean Road
Michael Kantor
theatre director, Melbourne
Grattan Mullet
keeping place manager, Gippsland
