The best places to stock up your pantry around Geelong and the Bellarine
Treat your taste buds.
The Bellarine Peninsula is home to some of Australia’s best provedores where you can pick up the best fresh, local and regional produce.
Here are four of our favourites.
Bellarine Smokehouse + Provedore.
It’s the retail offering from the team behind Bellarine Smokehouse smoked fish products, this amazing warehouse space is filled to the brim with artisan food products – and, of course, Bellarine Smokehouse smoked fish.
There’s homewares and gifts too, along with an amazing new restaurant, Upstairs Bellarine, modern Australian food with Filipino influences in a shared table dining room.
Enjoy a 5 to 7 course degustation lunch, available 4 days a week at 12.30 PM.
Celebrate local producers and the best from around the world.
Fill your basket for your weekend away!
Where: 16/93 Murradoc Road, Drysdale, VIC, 3222
Great produce from the Peninsula. Photo supplied by Bellarine Smokehouse + Provedore
Griggs Creek Providore, Curlewis
If you’re after fresh, high-quality produce, artisan goods, and community connection, head to Griggs Creek Providore.
Located in the heart of Curlewis, the shelves have been curated with an array of unique products, offering baked goods, homewares, and flowers.
More than just a produce store, Griggs Creek Providore is a place where consumers can connect with local and regional growers, farmers, and creative artisans.
And if you’re looking to learn something new, sign up for one of its regular workshops and events.
Where: 103 Centennial Boulevard, Curlewis VIC 3222
Annie’s Provedore & Produce Store, Barwon Heads.
Annie’s Provedore & Produce Store serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner over the busy summer period alongside a delicious array of pantry staples. From local oils and flavorsome jams to some of the world’s best cheeses.
Set amongst an eclectic display of food offerings such as the famous hanging San Daniele Prosciutto, Annie’s has an abundance of visual feasting for the eyes.
Since opening in 2004 Annie’s has developed a well-known and respected brand with high levels of customer service and gourmet food lines.
A favourite amongst the locals and a foodie destination for those wanting a complete dining experience. Annie’s Provedore & Produce Store also offers catering services for both large and small events.
Whether you’re stopping by for a casual meal, stocking up on essentials, or hunting for unique culinary treasures, you’ll find something special here.
Where: 50 Hitchcock Avenue, Barwon Heads, VIC 3227
Geelong Fresh Foods, West Geelong
Located in West Geelong’s bustling Pako Street, Geelong’s leading local gourmet delicatessen, stocks an impressive variety of fine foods such as fresh pasta, meats, cheeses, olives and more.
Open seven days a week, the deli is full of delectable goods from popular producers including Otway Ham, Fromager d’Affinois, Barwon Valley Smallgoods, Barossa Fine Foods and many more premium stockists.
And, if you have a dairy intolerance or you’re vegan, you’ll also love the great selection of dairy free products.
If you’d prefer to avoid the hassle of cooking yourself, Geelong Fresh Foods makes entertaining easy, offering a range of ready to go fine foods found in deli section, from cheese and smoked salmon, to pies and quiches, plus olives and dips, pates and marinated vegetables – everything you need to create a gourmet platter to impress your guests.
And the best part? You’ll be able to impress without spending a fortune as even the fine foods and imported smallgoods are reasonably priced.