Good morning, Hills lovers. Firstly, I want to say WOW! Last week, with your quick thumbs booking tickets to the Timlin’s Green gig at the Three Brothers Arms in Macclesfield! You sold them out within an hour! What a warm welcome for their first gig in the Adelaide Hills, I think it’s pretty safe to say we’re ready for it. I can’t wait; it’s going to be so fun! For those who missed out, there are plans for more gigs next year…
This week in the Pantry we’ve got a bit of everything: a puzzle update for those chasing a unique Christmas gift, a sweet little strawberry-filled Saturday in Macclesfield, and a walk through Battunga Country that’s all kinds of peaceful. Let’s get into it.
Let’s get into it.
JIGSAW PUZZLE UPDATE
A Unique Christmas Gift Awaits.
These gorgeous jigsaw puzzles have been a huge hit! I have had a few people asking if they’re still available, which is awesome. I have limited stock available but once they’re gone they’re gone. If you’re looking for a Christmas gift that feels like the Adelaide Hills wrapped up in a box. Painted by local artist Tess Bartholomew.
Just this week I’ve heard from a few people who are gifting them to their children’s teachers at the end of the school year, which I absolutely love. Purchase Puzzles Here – Local pick-up or delivery available at checkout.
“The attention to detail is fantastic. Especially love the zip up bag.” - Doug
“I’m addicted to the puzzle! I can’t stop at once piece. Better than scrolling though!” - Amy
“The puzzle is gorgeous Steph & Tess!” - Christine
“I bought it for my son who lives in Newcastle. He’s going to love it!” - John
“The puzzle is Fantastic Steph! It’s going to be my mums Christmas present!” - Jemma
SWEET DAYS AHEAD
Macclesfield’s Strawberry Fete Returns
If you love strawberries, this one’s for you. On November 30, the little town of Macclesfield will burst to life for its annual Strawberry Fete, a tradition that’s been bringing locals together since 1947. The excitement’s already building, and with good reason.
Families spill onto the lawns with picnic rugs while volunteers in red aprons dish out bowls of strawberries and cream. Kids race between games with sticky fingers, and the grown-ups find their way to the wine tastings and local gin bar. There’s something beautifully unhurried about it all, a kind of shared joy that only small towns seem to manage. The band Acoustic Juice will be playing this year, adding a sunny soundtrack to an already feel-good afternoon.
It’s free to attend, with plenty of parking and an easy going, everyone’s-invited kind of spirit. If you needed an excuse to take a slow Saturday drive through the Hills, this is it, sweet, simple, and full of heart. For more information, click here.
TRAILS THROUGH TIME
Walking the Heart of Battunga Country
There’s a kind of peace that only comes from walking where stories overlap. In Battunga Country, the trails wind through more than scenery, they move through layers of time, memory and care. Long before gravel roads or signposted loops, these ridgelines were travelled by the Peramangk and Kaurna peoples, whose deep knowledge of the land shaped every path, every crossing, every resting place.
One of my favourite ways to do just that is the Bugle Ranges Loop, a 10-kilometre walk that starts at the junction of Yates Lane and Penna Road, just outside Macclesfield. The road climbs gently through the Bugle Ranges, dipping between stands of gum and open views that seem to go on forever. Most days, you’ll pass more birds than cars.
That’s the charm of the Battunga Country Trails. These are trails built for wandering, for listening to the magpies, for noticing how light falls across old gum trees, for walking gently across Country that has been cared for thousands of years. For more information about the Battunga Country Trails, click here.
Got an event coming up? Let’s get the word out to thousands of people who love the Adelaide Hills.
Count down to Christmas with Red Cacao’s limited-edition Advent Calendar with 24 handcrafted chocolates featuring festive favourites like Gingerbread, Cinnamon, Raspberry, and Earl Grey ganache, plus their signature Milk & Dark Chocolate Snowperson. Each piece is handmade and hand-numbered, with only a limited number available. Pre-order now for delivery from 17 November or pick-up from 18 November. To place an order, click here.
Vinyl lovers and book hunters, mark your calendars. The Mount Barker Record, CD, DVD & Book Sale is coming up! Held at the Mount Barker CWA Hall, located on the corner of Mann Street and McLaren Street, Mount Barker, the sale runs from 9am to 5pm on Saturday 22nd and Sunday 23rd November. Entry is free, making it the perfect weekend outing for collectors and casual browsers alike. If you have a record collection you’re looking to sell, get in touch on 0423 748 483 for more details.
MARKETS
🌾 Mount Pleasant Farmers Market
| MARKET | Mt Pleasant Showgrounds, Mount Pleasant
📅 Saturday, 15 November | 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Browse local produce and handmade goods in a friendly, community-driven market that’s been bringing people together since 2011. INFO
🍎 Adelaide Hills Farmers' Market
| MARKET | 23 Mann St, Mount Barker
📅 Saturday, 15 November | 8:30 AM – 12:30 PM
Enjoy fresh local produce, meet passionate growers, and soak up the community spirit under the elms in Mount Barker. INFO
🧺 Woodside Market
| MARKET | Woodside Institute Hall, Woodside
📅 Saturday, 15 November | 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Browse local produce, homemade treats, arts, crafts, and more at this friendly community market. INFO
🌿 Uraidla Market
| MARKET | Uraidla Institute, Uraidla
📅 Sunday, 16 November | 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Discover local produce, crafts, art, and plants at this beloved community market held twice a month. INFO
WHAT’S ON THIS WEEK
🏓 Social Table Tennis
| COMMUNITY | Basket Range Hall, Basket Range
📅 Thursday, 13 November | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Join a fun, all-ages table tennis session with tips and games for everyone, with just a gold coin donation. INFO
🍷 Gin and Wine Tastings at The Gatehouse Bar
| FOOD & WINE | Glen Ewin Estate, Houghton
📅 Thursday, 13 - Sunday, 16 November | 10:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Sip on local gins and wines while enjoying stunning garden views and artisan bites at The Gatehouse Bar. INFO
🎨 Thursday Craft'ernoon at Gumeracha
| WORKSHOP | Torrens Valley Community Centre, Gumeracha
📅 Thursday, 13 November | 12:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Unleash your creativity with quilting, crochet, card making, and more at this relaxed craft session, everyone is welcome. INFO
🐝 Native Pollinators in Your Backyard
| WORKSHOP | Hills Environment Centre, Norton Summit
📅 Thursday, 13 November | 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Learn how to support native bees, butterflies, birds, and other pollinators in your garden with practical tips from Habitat Connection Co. INFO
🚐 Mt Barker Outdoor Living and Caravan Expo
| EXPO & LIFESTYLE | Mount Barker
📅 Friday, 14 – Sunday, 16 November | Times Vary
Explore the latest in caravans, 4×4 accessories, boats, and outdoor gear, plus expert advice and show specials at this inaugural Hills expo. Tickets on sale soon. INFO
🎄 Christmas Concert with MiniM Choir, Robin and Dorothy Mann, and Leigh Newton
| MUSIC | Bridgewater Arts Centre, Bridgewater
📅 Friday, 14 November | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Celebrate Christmas with beautiful harmonies and Australian-inspired songs performed by MiniM Choir and renowned musicians Robin and Dorothy Mann. INFO
🥂 Bubbles and Bumps: November Edition
| FOOD & WINE | Sophie’s Hill Cellar Door, Meadows
📅 Friday, 14 November | 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Kick off the weekend in style with sparkling Blanc de Blancs, caviar bumps, and fresh Coffin Bay oysters. A luxe Friday unwind with friends in the beautiful Adelaide Hills. INFO
🌈 Launch of Pride of the Hills
| COMMUNITY & CULTURE | Mount Barker
📅 Friday, 14 November | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Celebrate love, pride, and inclusion with live music, performances, food trucks, and rainbow-filled fun for all ages. INFO
🍕 Grunthal Brew All You Can Eat Pizza Nights
| FOOD & WINE | Verdun
📅 Friday, 14 November | 5:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Indulge in a fun Friday night of endless handmade pizzas, local brews, and relaxed vibes at Grünthal Brew. INFO
🪶 Past Life Regression Immersive Group Experience Nov 2025
| WELLNESS | Crafers
📅 Friday, 14 November | 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM
Explore the layers of your soul’s journey in this guided past life regression experience with Tania A. Davies for insight, healing, and spiritual growth. INFO
🎨 An Introduction to Scraperboard/Scratch Board
| ART | Norton Summit
📅 Saturday, 15 November | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Learn to create dramatic images by scratching away a dark surface in a hands-on workshop with award-winning artist Veronica Oborn Jefferis. INFO
🌿 Discovering the Wonders of Wattleseed
| WORKSHOP | Kanmantoo
📅 Saturday, 15 November | 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Learn about the flavours, uses, and sustainable growing of wattleseed through tastings, expert talks, and hands-on learning in a friendly, family atmosphere. INFO
🎶 Grace Barbé with Iain Grandage
| MUSIC | Mount Barker Summit
📅 Saturday, 15 November | 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM
An intimate evening with award-winning artist Grace Barbé, blending the rich Kreol traditions of the Seychelles with polyrhythmic grooves and soaring vocals, joined by guitarist Jamie Searle and local string players Julian Ferraretto and Steve King. INFO
🧣 Nuno Felted Scarf
| ART WORKSHOP | Bridgewater
📅 Saturday, 15 November | 1:00 PM – 3:15 PM
Create your own unique felted scarf by layering coloured wool and silk over fine chiffon, then felting by hand for a beautiful, one-of-a-kind finish. INFO
🎶 Unb'Rocken, Balic Rock at the Pony
| MUSIC | The Brewshed, Totness
📅 Friday, 15 November | 8:00 PM till Late
Experience a high-energy night of blues and rock as Bali’s powerhouse band Unb’Rocken brings their electrifying sound to The Brewshed. INFO
🎶 ANATS Vocal Retreat – Mind, Body & Voice
| MUSIC & WELLBEING | Nunyara Conference Centre, Belair
📅 Sunday, 16 November | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Recharge and reconnect through yoga, meditation, and joyful singing at Nunyara Conference Centre. A soulful day for singers and teachers alike. INFO
🧘♀️ Winter Quantum Manifesting & Cacao Yoga Ceremony
| WELLBEING | Trees of Trenance, Bugle Ranges
📅 Sunday, 16 November | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Immerse yourself in a full-day retreat of yoga, cacao ceremony, sound healing, and quantum manifesting for deep self-discovery and connection. INFO
🥩 Beerenberg's Sunday Roast
| FOOD & WINE | Beerenberg Family Farm, Hahndorf
📅 Sunday, 16 November | 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Enjoy a cosy countryside lunch with family and friends featuring succulent roast meats, sides, and a complimentary drink in Grant's Kitchen. INFO
🎨 Screenprinting with Pride
| WORKSHOP | Fabrik Arts + Heritage, Lobethal
📅 Sunday, 16 November | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM
Create a colourful tote bag and learn screenprinting techniques in this social, inclusive workshop celebrating community and pride. INFO
🎶 Isabel Rumble – Hold Everything Lightly Album Tour
| INDIE FOLK | Macclesfield
📅 Sunday, 16 November | 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Experience the heartfelt lyricism and ethereal voice of Isabel Rumble as she performs songs from her new album Hold Everything Lightly in an intimate afternoon concert with Priyanka Luxx. INFO
🍰 Spring High Tea
| FOOD & WINE | Glen Ewin Estate, Lower Hermitage
📅 Sunday, 16 November | 2:30 PM – 3:00 PM
Indulge in a luxurious Spring High Tea with delicate pastries, savoury bites, fine teas, and a glass of Mimosa on arrival at Glen Ewin Estate, with live music to accompany your experience. INFO
🌿 Forest Bathing Walk
| WELLNESS | Rocky Creek Hut, Meadows
📅 Sunday, 16 November | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Slow down and reconnect with nature in this peaceful guided forest bathing experience that nurtures calm, mindfulness, and wellbeing. INFO
🔧 Keys to Car Care – Basics of Car Maintenance
| WORKSHOP | The Hut Community Shed, Aldgate
📅 Tuesday, 18 November | 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Learn practical car care skills like checking oil, changing tyres, and understanding dashboard lights in a friendly, hands-on session. INFO
🍷 Food and Wine Pairing (Norton Summit)
| FOOD & WINE | The Summit Community Centre, Norton Summit
📅 Tuesday, 18 November | 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Learn the art of pairing wine with canapés in a hands-on, flavour-filled workshop led by Chris Eerden. INFO
🍷 Pinot In Private
| FOOD & WINE | Ashton
📅 Wednesday, 19 November | All day
Enjoy an exclusive tasting with winemaker Liam Van Pelt, exploring Ashton Hills’ Pinot Noir, barrel samples, and a shared platter in a private setting. INFO
🍽️ Karra Watta Cafe Community Lunch - Norton Summit
| COMMUNITY | The Summit Community Centre, Norton Summit
📅 Wednesday, 19 November | 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Enjoy a heartwarming two-course lunch prepared by volunteers and students while supporting local causes for just a gold coin donation. INFO
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🌅 Sunset Sessions @ The Station – Pasta Bar & Live Music
| FOOD & MUSIC | Aldgate
📅 Friday, 21 November | 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM
Savor a homemade pasta bar with garlic bread and live tunes on the platform at this relaxed community night out. BYO drinks and enjoy a family-friendly evening under the sunset. INFO
🎭 A Midsummer Night's Dream
| THEATRE | Nairne
📅 Friday, 21 November | 6:15 PM – 9:00 PM
Enjoy a magical, family-friendly evening of Shakespearean comedy with fairies, romance, and laughter by The Hills Homeschool Shakespeare Group. INFO
🧠 Basket Range Quiz Night 2025
| COMMUNITY | Basket Range
📅 Saturday, 22 November | 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Gather your friends for a fun-filled evening of trivia, games, and laughter at the Basket Range War Memorial Hall. INFO
🎨 An Immersion of Art, Wine, Fragrance and Nature
| ART | Lower Hermitage
📅 Sunday, 23 November | 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM
Enjoy a guided outdoor art experience blending nature, fragrance, and creativity with wine, history, and hands-on ink and watercolour painting at Glen Ewin Estate. INFO
🌿 Farewell Spring with Adelaide Hills Outdoor Playgroup
| FAMILY & NATURE | Stirling
📅 Monday, 24 November | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Celebrate the end of spring with a joyful morning of outdoor play, art, and exploration for families and little ones at The Old School Community Garden. INFO
🍋 Portuguese and Moroccan Adventure Cooking Class
| FOOD & EXPERIENCE | Stirling
📅 Saturday, 29 November | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Join Chef Mark McNamara for a hands-on culinary journey through North Africa and Southern Europe, exploring vibrant spices, rustic breads, and authentic regional dishes. INFO
Thanks for reading Adelaide Hills Pantry. I hope it added a moment of enjoyment to your day.
Acknowledgement of Country
We acknowledge Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the traditional custodians of our land. We recognise Peramangk and Kaurna people as the traditional custodians of the place where the content in this newsletter is featured and where the newsletter is created. We pay respect to Elders past, present and future and to the cultural authority of First Nations Peoples from other areas of this country.