Lunch with Louise

23/02/2026

18/02/2026

Join Louise for a Lunch Date on 26th February! Louise will create a 3-course lunch while you chat about everything related to cooking and life. Old-fashioned country cooking seasoned with love and laughter, you will enjoy the tips and tricks of creating whole food from scratch as well as enjoy the company of Louise and her other guests.

Limited spots are available, so be sure to book your place early!

🕛 12:00pm to 2:00pm
💰 Cost: $40.00 per person
📅 Date: Thursday, 19th February 2026
📍 Taste of the Country, De Iuliis Wines Complex
1616 Broke Rd, Pokolbin, NSW 2320
📞 Bookings are essential – Call 02 4998 6605 to reserve your spot today!

17/02/2026

Thinking about starting a new business?
After many years running small businesses in the Hunter Valley, I’ve learnt a thing or two about courage, commitment, and good old-fashioned hard work. If you’ve been dreaming of taking the leap, this one’s for you.
Have a read of my blog:
👉https://www.lunchwithlouise.com.au/post/advice-on-setting-up-a-new-business

Sometimes all you need is a little guidance — and a strong cup of tea. ☕

Are you ready for this? Before I give you Advice on setting up a new business venture are you the right person to do this task? This is an exciting and challenging journey. To ensure your success, it's crucial to establish a strong foundation from the very beginning. In this blog post, I’ll guide ...

11/02/2026

My 10-min Lemon Ricotta Pasta! A fresh Hunter Valley fave. SAVE this card, follow for more quick tips & grab the full recipe on the blog! 👇

Link: https://www.lunchwithlouise.com.au/post/10-minute-lemon-ricotta-pasta-recipe

10/02/2026

Well… it’s time for the next chapter 💚
Lime Leaf Cafe is now for sale! A much-loved, profitable, and well-established cafe in a prime Hunter Valley location. With loyal customers, strong branding, and systems already in place, it’s truly a turn-key opportunity.
If you’ve ever dreamed of cafe life, this might just be it. ☕

Walk in, take over, and start trading.

04/02/2026

An early morning photo of one of the caravan parks I have stayed at in the Port Stephens area of NSW. At the moment, it is too hot for Robbie and me to go on any caravan adventures as he struggles with the heat. Our next trip is pencilled in for early March when the days are a bit cooler. Not sure where we will go. Any suggestions??

03/02/2026

Robbie loves going to the groomers for three reasons. He goes in the car, he gets to meet other puppies and he gets treats. So with this before and after photo which dog do you prefer?

01/02/2026

Trying to hydrate your skin naturally? Our Geranium & Clary Sage Pure Body Lotion (500ml) is packed with steam distilled Clary Sage and Geranium essential oils, Shea Butter, Avocado Oil, and Wheat Germ oils. This lotion leaves your skin feeling soft and nourished. Our Vegan range is cruelty-free, and made from the finest ingredients. Available now in the online shop at Lunch with Louise:
https://www.lunchwithlouise.com.au/product-page/geranium-clary-sage-pure-body-lotion-500ml