Article by – Julia D’Orazio, So Perth. 

It may be cold outside but in Mandurah, its kitchens are a sure-fire hit to warm up the insides. Forget the days of waiting around for crabbing season as the catch of the day isn’t just limited to the depths of Mandurah’s canals or where the net is casted.

Flavour fever is spreading with a bountiful of waterside restaurants and cafés waiting to capture your palate from across the town centre to the sea.

PEEL REGION PRODUCE SHINES IN CELEBRITY SIGNATURE DISH OF THE YEAR

TOP WA CHEF CHAMPIONS PEEL PRODUCERS

Peel Region producers have become a favourite of Fremantle based chef Kenny McHardy, and he’s on the hunt to uncover more of the regions incredible producers that are, as he says, literally on his doorstep.

For the Foodies: Slow Braised Beef with Roasted Sweet potato and Pickled Vegetables 

Cook a delicious meal with the winner in Buy West Eat Best WA's Celebrity Signature Dish! Peel ambassadors Mark Gibson from Today Tonight WA and Kenny McHardy cooked a delicious dish and we are sharing it with you: Slow Braised Harvey Beef shin with Roasted Sweet Potato, Pickled Vegetables and Mundella yoghurt. A true showcase of the very best of our Peel Region.

5 Places you must GO for coffee…

Getting started in the morning is sometimes dependant on coffee. Good coffee can be the instrumental key to make your day Boom or Gloom. I must admit to you all, I am not addicted to coffee, rather.. I feel we are in a committed relationship…

So here goes my list of 5 places you absolutely must go to get that all important roasted bean fix

The Hairy Lentil – Beetroot Latte

So if you have been in a drowsy uncaffeinated haze you would possibly not know that beetroot lattes are a thing. Combining the superfood qualities of Beetroot and the goodness we already know and love of coffee. This drink even has a bit of pink prettiness too..Head to Waroona and see what amazing things are happening at the Hairy Lentil.

Jarra Infusion– Coffee and Art Experience

Head out to Pinjarra for a great coffee and to browse the cafe for local art. check out their facebook page also as they often have art and craft workshops. Totally Kid friendly too! Coffee chat and learning something new and cool! what could be better?

Flics Kitchen– Blacklist Espresso Martini

Ok so this one is one of those loopholes in life where it’s never too early for a coffee. We can say that it’s 5pm somewhere but I really think it is not necessary. Coffee + Martini is pure genius. Flics is open from 8am so its a sure way to start your day with a bang! Have one with your breakfast darling, absolutely fabulous.

Tree of life– Delightful High Teas

This stunning café, provides a warm and welcoming atmosphere, great coffee and delicious, healthy food. Their high teas are lovely for a special occasion or treat. Details here

DPM Cafe– Coffee and Donut Day

Did someone say Donut? I mean ridiculously huge mouth watering donut the size of a baby’s head? Yep. I did! Coffee and a Donut every Friday and Saturday at DPM. Get in early as they do sell out of donuts..Opens from 6am. I think I said donuts enough.. donuts..donut.