Dining gems in Dayboro revealed
Susan Volz says she went out on a limb when she decided to open a deli at Dayboro. It’s just one of the dining gems to discover in this charming township.
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The Old Storehouse, Dayboro
SUSAN Volz says she went out on a limb when she decided to open a deli at Dayboro, hoping other residents shared her yearning for gourmet cheese and antipasto.
“I love deli fare and there was nothing here, so I travelled to get it and I thought I can’t be the only loonie doing it’,” Susan says.
She opened the doors to The Old Storehouse in April last year, creating a homely atmosphere and making everything on site, including cakes, chutneys and relishes. Her sister Michelle Smith is the chef and Susan’s daughter Emily is her apprentice.
“We make things with love and I think that comes through. We’re all positive about what we do and it shows,” Susan says.
They offer a selection of Australian and European cheeses, cold meats, olives and more, supporting local producers as much as they can. They also sell take-home dinners, chutneys and sauces. Customers enjoy popping in for coffee and cake.
“We wanted people to feel welcome. All of our customers have become friends and they all love coming,” Susan says.
“We have been so well supported.”
While she has a background in hospitality, Susan was a market garden and flower farmer before opening the deli. She and her family still own a property at Dayboro, but she’s had to scale it back to manage her workload.
The venue is open for breakfast and lunch from Wednesday to Sunday, and dinner on Fridays.
Susan says “Friday Festa” starts with aperitivo, which is an Italian-style happy hour with wine, cocktails and a deli board, and progresses to pizzas and deli platters.
When asked what she loves about her job, Susan says, “the customers”.
“I love being out on the floor and I think people feed my soul,” she says.
The venue hosts events. Follow the facebook page or subscribe to their newsletter for the next event.
30 Williams St
Phone: 3425 1764
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Mill Creek Cafe, Dayboro
THIS building in Dayboro has been home to countless businesses and even residents in its time, but these days, the aroma of coffee fills its halls.
Mill Creek Cafe owner Chris Harper says the 1920s building was a tea house before he opened his business in 2016. Many locals call it the old chemist shop, but it has also been a bootmaker, dress shop, and many cafes and restaurants.
The experienced chef says the location is perfect for his business, and he loves the township and its people.
“The food we do is something that people can connect with, but we do it with a twist,” Chris says.
Eggs Benedict is served with hash browns instead of toast, and their big breakfast is served on a burger. And that coffee you smell as you walk in? It’s Campos coffee.
“Residents like to share stories about the house,” Chris says.
“We’re really lucky. It’s such a nice town. The locals are amazing,” he says.
12 Williams St
Phone: 3425 1825
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