Avon River Farmhouse

22/08/2026

Have you put your entry in yet?

19/08/2026

Ohhh, I’m so excited. New dish on the block. Creamy Garlic Prawns with ribbons of silky pasta. I’m in heaven!

27/07/2026

It's that time of the week again! You may ask, how do I know what's on the weekly menu. There are 2 ways you can access it.

#001-Go to our website and create an account with us. You will be notified every Sunday via email of what will be cooking the week ahead. Just order when you fancy a night off.
https://cookaborough.com/avonriverfarmhouse

#002-We understand that not everyone has access to the internet, so you can pop in to 62 Tyers Street, Monday-Friday for a hard copy of the menu or give us a call on 0428 489 355 and we can set you up in our group of customers that receive a weekly hard copy.

26/07/2026

What's the one ingredient you'd never leave out of your Bolognese?

For me, it's Worcestershire sauce. It adds that little bit of magic: rich, savoury, slightly tangy. It is just not complete without it.

Did you know that traditional Bolognese (Ragù alla Bolognese) originated in the city of Bologna, Italy? Unlike a quick tomato-based meat sauce, an authentic Bolognese is all about taking your time. It's gently simmered for hours, allowing the meat, vegetables, herbs and stock to slowly meld together into a rich, deeply flavoured sauce that's worth every minute of waiting.

The secret? Low and slow.

Slow cooking allows the meat to become beautifully tender, the vegetables to melt into the sauce, and all those incredible flavours to develop naturally. It's the difference between a good Bolognese and one that has everyone asking for seconds!

It's also one of the best meals to have tucked away in the fridge or freezer. Whether you serve it over spaghetti, spoon it into lasagne, pile it onto a baked potato, or even enjoy it on toast, Bolognese is the ultimate weekday hero. After a long day at work or running the kids around, dinner can be on the table in minutes.

19/07/2026

New week, New menu. Open for orders now. Closes Tuesday evening for delivery Thursdays. Order online https://cookaborough.com/avonriverfarmhouse or phone 0428 489 355

14/07/2026

13/07/2026

We're incredibly proud to share some exciting news!

After months of hard work, we're thrilled to announce that Avon River Farmhouse has successfully passed our Accredited Practising Dietitian menu assessment
with flying colours!

A huge thank you to the wonderful Bella from@ppndietition for guiding us through the assessment process.

So, what does this mean?

Our meals have been independently assessed against the nutritional requirements for people receiving aged care services. This means our menu has been recognised as being:
✅ Nutritious and well balanced
✅ Appetising and enjoyable
✅ Appropriate for older Australians
✅ Designed with individual needs and preferences in mind

The assessment also highlighted several key strengths across our menu, including:
High-protein main meal options
Nutrient-dense ingredients
Appropriate portion sizes
Plenty of vegetables to support essential vitamin and mineral intake

This accreditation reflects something we've always believed at Avon River Farmhouse – that food should not only taste delicious, but also nourish the people
eating it.

I couldn't be prouder of our amazing team. Every person has played a part in achieving this milestone, and I want to sincerely thank them for their commitment, care, and passion for producing quality meals every single day. ❤️

As we continue to grow our home-delivered meal service, particularly for older Australians, Home Care Package recipients and those wanting wholesome,
home-style meals, this achievement gives our customers and their families even greater confidence that they're receiving meals that have been independently assessed for both quality and nutrition.

Thank you to everyone who has supported us on this journey. We can't wait to continue bringing delicious, nourishing meals to our community.

💚 Here's to great food, made with care, and backed by quality.

12/07/2026

The temperature has dropped... and we've got the perfect winter warmers to keep you cosy this week!

There's nothing better than coming home to a hearty, home-cooked meal, and this week's menu is packed with comforting favourites.

On the menu this week:
Traditional Pumpkin Soup with a Macadamia & Currant Dukkah
Homemade Pork & Fennel Sausage Rolls
Fragrant Green Chicken Curry
Roast Beef with Cauliflower Cheese, Honey Roasted Carrots & a Medley of Green Vegetables
Salisbury Steak with Rich Mushroom Gravy

And because every winter meal deserves something sweet......
Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Biscuits
Pear & Ginger Eve's Pudding with Warm Brown Custard

Whether you're feeding the family, stocking the freezer, or simply treating yourself to a night off cooking, we've got dinner sorted.

Our menu is open now!
Orders close Tuesday evening
Fresh delivery Thursday

Order online or give us a call on 0428 489 355 and let us take care of dinner this week.

Now tell us... what's your ultimate winter comfort food? Is it a steaming bowl of pumpkin soup, a hearty roast dinner, or a warming curry? We'd love to hear your favourite!

24/04/2026

Mother’s Day is just around the corner, and we have the perfect way to spoil Mum or that special carer.

Crispy shell, soft marshmallow centre, topped with a tangy homemade lemon curd, whipped cream, fresh berries, and shards of peanut praline… the best way to end a lunch with family.

👉 Pickup available Saturday & Sunday morning 9th & 10th May

Plus, we also have gift cards available — a night off cooking, I would love that!

Limited numbers — don’t miss out!
📞 0428 489 355 or order online
https://cookaborough.com/avonriverfarmhouse

21/04/2026

Our deserts are created to entice the tastebuds and enhance the want of something delicious