Hannah Winkelmeier

4 weeks ago | shirescout.com.au | Hannah Winkelmeier |Lucy Lindfield

A round up of chic, personal spaces to wine and dine with your favourites While there’s a lot to love about the inherent chatter and at times chaotic din of a restaurant floor, there’s also a lot to be said for private dining rooms. Secluded away from the ruckus of other wine-rs and diners, they’re quieter, chic and, yes, private, creating a personalised experience that’s a cut above the rest.

1 month ago | shirescout.com.au | Hannah Winkelmeier |Lucy Lindfield

Most of us know that the world famously has seven natural wonders; the Grand Canyon in USA, Norway’s Northern Lights, the towering Mount Everest and Australia’s Great Barrier Reef to name a few. But you don’t have to get a round-the-world ticket to experience nature’s marvels, we have them right here in the Shire. While these natural sites may not be quite as tall, deep or sky-high as their international counterparts, we think they’re just as beautiful, and certainly worth a visit.

Dec 4, 2024 | shirescout.com.au | Hannah Winkelmeier |Lucy Lindfield

A celebration of all things local We love a homegrown success story, and White Horse Coffee’s is one us Shire-siders can be proud of. Dominick and Matty’s story started out like many do. A humble, no-frills operation about as small-scale as they come, White Horse Coffee saw its very first brews in the streets of Sutherland, with nothing but a small La Marzocco espresso machine and a dream of sharing great coffee with the local community.

Dec 4, 2024 | shirescout.com.au | Hannah Winkelmeier

Participating in dietitian and nutritionist Nikki Lancaster’s cooking classes is much like experiencing the joy of a restaurant-quality meal with the satisfaction of creating it yourself — alongside friends, a few laughs, and a glass of wine. Her sessions are designed to be hands-on and fun, letting participants savour the fruits of their labour while picking up more than a few practical tricks along the way. A Shire local, Nikki’s business, Grams of Health, is centred around her love of food.

Nov 18, 2024 | shirescout.com.au | Hannah Winkelmeier |Lucy Lindfield

Pasta: it’s a ride or die dish, the ultimate comfort and oh-so versatile. From pillowy potato gnocchi and deliciously filled tortellini, to simple classics like egg-based fettuccine and, of course, spaghetti, there’s a lot to love about this pantry staple. While pasta undoubtedly hits the weekly menu rotation in many Aussie households (spag bol, anyone?), sometimes you just need to enjoy a dish made by a pro.