Category Archives: Accommodation, Cafes, Restaurants and Tourism

Donarch Fine Chocolate

Donarch Fine Chocolate is an award-winning, family-owned Hunter Valley chocolatier renowned for its handcrafted creations, exceptional quality, and unique chocolate experiences.

Born from the imagination and dedication of Donna Archer, an award-winning chocolatier, Donarch Fine Chocolates embodies the art and passion of fine chocolate making. We believe that every piece of chocolate should be a unique experience, one that captivates the senses and creates a moment of pure delight. Our journey towards perfection is evident in every morsel, as we strive to intrigue your palate with our exquisite chocolates.

A Symphony of Local and Global Flavours. At Donarch, we harmonize the finest Belgian chocolate with fresh, premium quality ingredients to craft our delectable creations. A firm believer in the power of community, we source locally whenever possible, nurturing freshness, quality, and our local economy. With our flagship store in Tenambit and our new Factory/Store in Kurri Kurri, we invite you to indulge in our world of fine chocolates, where quality, beauty, and passion come together to create an extraordinary taste experience.

The Raspberry Heart Our Origin Story

Our story began with a simple yet profound longing. Throughout her childhood, our founder, Donna Archer, treasured the memory of savoring Raspberry chocolates filled with real fruit from her own childhood. As a mother, she found herself on a quest to share the same authentic Raspberry Filled Chocolate experience with her family. Yet, she was continually met with disappointment – chocolates filled with artificial raspberry or mere fondant simply did not live up to the original she loved.

Driven by this longing, Donna decided to craft the perfect raspberry chocolate herself. While juggling her regular job, she took on training at the renowned Savour Chocolate School. Her persistence paid off when she finally created her signature piece, the raspberry heart. This delectable creation was instantly recognized for its excellence, winning gold at both the Australian Fine Food Awards and the Royal Easter Show, among other accolades.

Inspired by the success of the raspberry heart, Donna and her son Paul launched Donarch Fine Chocolates. True to our origin, we strive to create chocolates that inspire the same joy that a true Raspberry Filled Chocolate brought to a young Donna. Our offerings have grown to include customer favorites like the chocolate-coated honeycomb sourced from our own beehives, the Colombian-inspired chilli chocolate, the beloved Saddler’s Creek Muscat Truffle, and an array of other exquisite treats. Each one, a testament to our journey and our dedication to making chocolates that capture hearts and delight the palate.

At Donarch Fine Chocolates, we share our story with every chocolate we craft, continuing a tradition of passion, authenticity, and exceptional taste.

 

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Wild Ren Wines

Wild Ren Wines is a premium, boutique cellar door nestled in Peppers Creek Village in the heart of Pokolbin.

Ren and her winemaking team work together to produce serious Hunter wines, but deliciousness is at the heart of every wine.

Showcasing both traditional and modern styles from premium Hunter vineyards, all wines are distinctive, striking, and inspiring. Offering experiences of wine and gin tasting along with wine and chocolate pairing guided by our team of dedicated knowledgeable staff.

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Boozy Beauty

Mobile Bar/Cocktail Service

Boozy Beauty provides entertaining, engaging and interactive services that satisfy all your needs.

From standard drinks service/RSA, weddings, bachelorette parties, corporate events and cocktail classes – I ensure an experience that will be unforgettable.

 

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Hunter Events Group

Hunter Events Group are your local experts for designing and delivering unforgettable experiences.

 

With a suite of specialist services under the Hunter Events Group umbrella, whether your event is a wedding, business event, special occasion, or major public event, you can trust us to create a memorable experience delivered with unparalleled professionalism. As an industry leader, we’re renowned for our outstanding customer service bringing together some of the best weddings and events across our region.

 

With an abundance of experience, we have the ability to create memorable events tailored specifically to you while providing you with unique insights that will make your event unforgettable for all the right reasons with every attention to even the littlest detail. We know that no two clients are the same and we guarantee that you’re not just another number but that we have a genuine care for your vision as we bring your wedding or event to life.

 

Our extensive database of suppliers gives you access to endless choices and competitive pricing. We’ll save you money on every aspect of your event with our strategic negotiation skills. We can bring your event together with discounted vendor rates while not compromising on quality.

 

Our work speaks for itself, winning more than 20 well known awards both locally and internationally over the last several years. Leave the stress of planning your event to award winning industry experts.

 

Make sure to stay tuned to our latest developments by visiting our event websites.

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The Remington Muswellbrook

The Remington Muswellbrook is the newest accommodation & dining venue, providing 4 1/2 star service and a standard of accommodation to rival some of the best, featuring 54 luxurious king suites a fully licensed bar and stylish modern Australian cuisine restaurant open from 6.00am till 10.00 pm Monday to Friday, 8.00am till 10pm Saturday and 8.00am till 11.00am Sunday, serving award winning locally sourced produce, a comprehensive hand selected wine list and a selection of cocktails & cold beverages to quench anyone’s thirst.

Positioned perfectly in the heart of Muswellbrook business center, within walking distance to hotels, clubs, shopping centres and sporting facilities. Enjoy the latest in-room technology, ultimate comfort in our indulgent double pillow top king beds, and a standard of furnishings and finishes found only in the best establishments. Suites 55 inch televisions, Staycast powered by Google Chromecast, allowing you to stream your own content to your suites TV, complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi and internet, climate controlled air conditioning, modern contemporary bathroom and 5 star amenities.

Book now and enjoy The Remington Muswellbrook experience….

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Beyond Ballooning

Hot Air Balloon Adventure in Hunter Valley
Thrill-seekers such as you and your friends should not settle for ordinary adventures. Add a little twist to your trip by incorporating elements of
fascinating sceneries, the laughter of your friends and a big hot air balloon.

Nothing spells ‘adventure’ better than a hot air balloon ride in Hunter Valley by Beyond Ballooning. A trip up in the air offers a one-of-a-kind experience
with your friends and loved ones.

Why Go on a Hot Air Balloon Ride
A hot air balloon ride is one experience you and your loved ones should not miss. Beyond Ballooning offers a unique opportunity to celebrate special
occasions or simply hang out with your friends.

There is something magical about experiencing the sunrise through hot air balloon rides in Hunter Valley. Apart from the thrill of being in the air, you are
also rewarded with beautiful scenery of greenery mixed with touches of the sun. Just hop aboard our sturdy balloons and appreciate the beautiful
vineyards of the valley.

Our smallest balloons carry 2 passengers while our largest can accommodate 24 people, including the pilot. The flight generally lasts an hour, which
gives you more opportunities to revel in nature’s beauty, as well as snap a couple of photos.

What to Expect on Your First Flight
Your first hot air balloon ride offers the unrivalled feeling of freedom and exhilaration—memories definitely for the books.
First and foremost, you and your companions must be early on site. For morning travels, our team meets you earlier due to the milder weather. You
might not feel surefooted for a while, but the reward of a beautiful sunrise from up in the air is something you should not miss.

Before your Hunter Valley balloon ride, your pilot will tell you all that you need to know. The pilot will also go through the safety rules, what you can
expect before, during and after the trip, which often lasts an hour.

One of the best things to witness is the balloon inflating. Once you arrive at your departure point, you will see the crew preparing the balloons for
inflation. After the pilots engage the burners for heated air, the process usually takes 30 minutes before the balloons completely fill and rise above the
basket. The process alone is enough to entertain you and your friends.

Safety and Hot Air Balloons
Here at Beyond Ballooning, your safety is our first priority. We strive to keep all of our passengers safe during the entire trip. Our team of professional
balloon pilots only manoeuvre state-of-the-art hot air balloons made with sturdy materials.
In terms of weather conditions, we will not fly any balloons if the weather is less than agreeable. Our team continually checks the day’s weather patterns
through the Bureau of Meteorology. When the weather is unsuitable for a trip, we will postpone.

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Bread Basket

Our reputation and expertise as bakers has been rising over four generations.

It’s no wonder our breads are legendary.

We are family owned and operated by Stewart and Sharon Latter – a Maitland family with a long history of baking in the Hunter Valley.

Take a break, pull up a seat and taste the experience in our breads, cakes, pies and sandwiches.

  • Our range of specialty breads includes:
  • Hunter Sourdough
  • Pide, Sunflower and Wattleseed
  • Olive, Pumpkin and Poppy Seed
  • Rye, Ciabatta
  • Foccaccia and Baguettes

All our breads are preservative free and baked fresh daily.

161 Lang Street, Kurri Kurri
Phone (02) 4936 2226

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