To walk in to a cafe and instantly feel warm, welcome and be treated to a roast the owner, Vigen in…read morethis case, can wax lyrical about is surely a virtue of a country community with big heart. I was craving a proper coffee and with a little Internet ninja prowess somehow happened upon legend of Buffalo Girls. Driving down Duke Street we thought perhaps it had closed as no visible signs were around in this residential street. Sure enough, a few hundred meters down a gravel lane and behind a store called Lark, a door ajar led us to this coffee house. It's stripped back. A historic warehouse with ample seating, Vigen's tools of his trade up front and a central high-table for communal coffee drinking or, as the bags laid out tell the tale of a group stamping and bagging session for the beans he roasts in Kensington for Buffalo Soldier (his wholesale side of the business. It's the bean end of the business). It's a family affair here and afar, with most of the beans being sourced from his family's farms in Africa. Make no mistake, Vigen knows he's good (and backs it up with a coffee that is as good as you hope) but knows his limits and while great things are happening for this coffee roaster don't expect him to be in every cafe any time soon. Buffalo Soldier is about maintain quality over quantity. He's the kind of guy who is the eyes and ears of Daylesford. He knew exactly where to direct us for dinner and when it came time to select a bag of beans to take home, I'd initially chosen his Kenyan blend before he stopped and asked me, "Do you want something completely different to what you've tasted before?" and with a nod he started pouring a Rwandan roast into a bag for us. There were a few eats on the counter - freshly baked muffins and biscuits - but this place is about the bean. The exceptionally satisfying bean.

If you're coming up from Melbourne, you're probably used to the idea of the best places being a…read morelittle hard to find, so go sneaking behind the main street of Daylesford and you just might stumble upon Buffalo Girls Coffee Bar. It's a big old converted warehouse colourfully kitted out with impressive street art and an perfectly mismatched selection of retro furniture and fittings. The coffee is just fantastic. Whether you're a latte drinker or after something a little more fancy, Vigen will no doubt whip you up a flawless drink, and do it with a smile. There's something weirdly wonderful about the grungy feel of the place- sneaking away from the cappuccino drinking day spa types and stopping by here to read the paper and get your caffeine fix. Give it a go, for sure.

How is this the first review of this awesome place!? So we had an unusually long wait for food…read more(they got slammed) and it's still for sure 5 stars! Great atmosphere, very chill. Super super friendly staff, every one of them. They even created a new table just for us to fit us in. Food was excellent too. This is for sure the best cafe we visited in Daylesford, a must to check out for the local produce, food and good vibes.

From the owner: Give your body a boost with fresh, healthy and organic wholefoods…read more Our menu changes seasonally so we can use the best local produce.

Great cafe with lovely ambience. Grab a seat at the window in either of the front rooms to have one…read moreof their delicious beverages- turmeric lattes, tea blends, chai lattes, coffee, hot chocolate. Having tried many of the items on the menu I would highly recommend ordering a salad, the avocado smash bowl or a toasted sandwich. Most meals are seasonal so items on the menu change regularly.

Stopped by this bakery for brunch and what a surprise! Selected some hot food to eat. The curry…read moremeat pie was tasty and not overly curried, chicken and bacon pie was generous will the chicken filing, the sausage was average and the chilli beef pie was yummy with just enough chilli to give it a kick. The pastry for all were flakey and crunchy. It was a great choice for a stop by with tables and chairs both inside and outside to enjoy the food.

What a gem of a bakery. My husband did a motorbike trip with his mate and stumbled upon this place…read more He's been here 3 times since and only now he has taken me! Sausage rolls, pizza, veggie pie, sweet treats and everything sourdough! Staff were ever so friendly and were able to help with taste profiles so that it would pair well with making a Camembert toastie! The ambiance is very quaint and I loved reading about the history of the bakery. If you're around Daylesford, make a trip here for lunch and have a walk around town!

WOW. What a gem. I…read moreread about an amazing sourdough bakery in Trentham, so decided to try Red Beard on the way home from Daylesford (about a 20 min drive). What a great decision. The sourdough is fantastic - certified organic and baked in a wood fired oven - tasted unlike any I had tried before. I went home with the Blonde (described as a 'crusty Vienna load who'll go home with anyone') and the most perfect fruit bun. Next time, I'll be the Redhead (the traditional tin loaf) and the pumpkin thatch (and maybe more fruit buns). Loaves are around $6 to $8. Breakfast at Red Beard is delicious. We had the best Eggs Benedict that we've ever had - beautifully buttered sourdough topped with amazing ham, perfectly poached eggs and a thin but creamy hollandaise. Bliss. Nice coffee too. Beautiful courtyard outside for a relaxing summer's day. Oh, and the cakes looked divine (e.g. rich vanilla slice, beesting, dense & rich carrot cake). If you're keen, you can also book in for a guided tour or baking workshop (the latter comes with a bottomless coffee, food, a bag of organic flour and your own creations). I'm adding this to my list for next time, for sure.