Spend three delicious days on Kangaroo Island discovering local flavours, meeting passionate producers and enjoying exceptional dining, cellar doors and coastal landscapes, all at the relaxed pace of Island Life.
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Day one
Millie Mae's Pantry
Here at Mille Mae's Pantry, they strive to offer a welcoming space for all where people can rest, recharge, and connect over delicious food made with fresh local ingredients.
Whether you're craving a perfectly crafted panini, a comforting slice of house-made cake, or a little browse in the shop stocked with artisanal Kangaroo Island products, the Millie Mae's team invites you to join them in the garden or on their cosy deck.
They proudly serve some of the best coffee on the island and are passionate about creating a memorable experience for every guest, so you'll keep coming back for more.Dudley Wines
Dudley Wines is a hands-on family business. Established in 1997, Dudley is Kangaroo Island's Pioneer Winery. The Cellar Door is situated 12 kilometres from Penneshaw on the cliff tops of Kangaroo Island's stunning north coast, a not to be missed experience for visitors to the island.
Relax for the afternoon on the deck, with unparalleled views to mainland Australia, while enjoying Dudley's locally grown and produced wines, alongside a grazing board or gourmet pizza. Try your luck at 'Golf across the Gully', and browse through the exquisite range of wool and natural fibre clothing. Local produce and beer also available. Lunch bookings are recommended.
Dudley Wines reflect the personality of the Island and the winemaker, fifth generation Islander, Brodie Howard. Being the owner/winemaker for over 20 years has given him the freedom to explore many techniques and develop his own unique winemaking style. His range of wines are diverse, and carefully crafted to capture and emphasise the abundant fruit characteristics presented by the Island’s Terroir.
Dudley Wines use sustainable practices in every area of their business; throughout the vineyard, winery and cellar door. Their wines are all vegan friendly and low in Sulphur.Sunset Food and Wine
Sunset Food and Wine is a modern bistro that overlooks the beautiful American Beach.
It was the first restaurant on Kangaroo Island to be awarded one Chef Hat from the Australian Good Food Guide in 2017 which it maintains today.
With access to so many quality local ingredients, Sunset Food and Wine work closely with food producers and growers from Kangaroo Island and South Australia, only using what is in season and what is at its very best. -
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Day two
Kangaroo Island Oysters
KI Oysters is a family-owned and operated oyster farming business situated in the picturesque fishing village of American River on Kangaroo Island. Their oysters are cultivated sustainably within the island's pristine waters, guaranteeing exceptional taste and freshness.
Committed to excellence, KI Oysters seamlessly blends traditional farming techniques with innovative practices, resulting in a premium product that authentically reflects the unique flavors of their local environment.
The farm offers both freshly shucked and whole shell oysters along with fresh and frozen local seafood at their convenient Blue Oyster farm gate shop.Island Beehive
The Kangaroo Island Ligurian Bee Co is a family-owned and operated business with deep roots on Kangaroo Island, South Australia. Since the 1940s, the Davis family has been dedicated to beekeeping, a tradition now passed down to the fourth generation.
Their commitment to excellence led them to become one of the first certified organic honey producers in 2001. Today, they manage over 800 hives, strategically moving them across Kangaroo Island to align with the island's unique flora and seasons. This careful selection ensures that our bees forage exclusively on native plants, producing small batch honey with a flavor found nowhere else in the world.
Declared a bee sanctuary in 1885, Kangaroo Island safeguards the purest strain of Ligurian bees remaining in the world, renowned for their gentle temperament and exceptional productivity.
At the heart of the operations is Island Beehive, where they extract and hand-pack their premium raw honey. More than just a production site, it’s where they share the remarkable story of the Ligurian Bee Sanctuary and our ongoing efforts to protect these incredible bees through sustainable practices and biosecurity measures.
Join them in celebrating over 80 years of beekeeping excellence and discover the extraordinary flavors of Kangaroo Island honey.Kangaroo Island Brewery
Kangaroo Island is home to Kangaroo Island brewery, and is the first cellar door microbrewery on Kangaroo Island.
Nestled a short distance from the main town on the island, Kingscote, it is a haven for craft beer enthusiasts and food lovers alike.
Spread across a sprawling 20-acre property, the brewery offers ample space for children to play freely, while couples or groups of friends can seek out a tranquil nook in the paddock, on the deck or a spot inside.Tirage on Kangaroo Island -
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Day three
Cactus Kangaroo IslandKangaroo Island Spirits
Kangaroo Island Spirits (KIS) is South Australia's first boutique distillery and was established in 2006. Kangaroo Island Spirits produce a range of high-quality liqueurs and spirits, emphasising local and native ingredients.
While Gin is their passion,they also produce a variety of liqueurs and vodkas and have just commenced their world-class whisky program. All the products are handmade in small batches using hand-crafted copper pot stills. KIS' products have received international awards in London, New York, San Francisco and Hong Kong. Products are available online and in discerning local restaurants and outlets. (See website for more details).
Their cellar door is open seven days, and offer a range of highly curated experiences, including Premium Guided Tastings, Cocktail Masterclasses, and a very popular Gin-Blending Master Class. -
That's a wrap
Three days on Kangaroo Island is enough to discover that great food is about so much more than what's on the plate. It's the people who grow, harvest and create it, the conversations shared at cellar doors, and the pleasure of enjoying a memorable meal with the ocean never far away. From fresh seafood and Island-made wines to exceptional dining and unexpected discoveries along the way, every experience offers another taste of Island Life. And while your long weekend might be coming to an end, there's a good chance you'll already be thinking about what you'd like to try next time.
