{"id":11072,"date":"2020-10-09T10:35:42","date_gmt":"2020-10-09T00:35:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wotif.com\/vc\/blog\/?p=11072"},"modified":"2021-10-22T01:45:35","modified_gmt":"2021-10-21T15:45:35","slug":"your-ultimate-getaway-guide-to-orange-nsw","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wotif.com\/vc\/blog\/australia\/guide-to-orange-nsw\/","title":{"rendered":"Your ultimate getaway guide to Orange, NSW"},"content":{"rendered":"

What was I thinking?! For years, I\u2019ve had the regional New South Wales town of Orange<\/a> firmly on my list of \u2018one day\u2019 travel spots but never quite got around to making it happen. Then, travel options for this Sydney girl became a little limited (thanks COVID) and Orange suddenly skyrocketed into my shortlist. And boy, am I glad it did!<\/p>\n

There’s never been a better time to love New South Wales and this regional gem has everything you could want in a weekend getaway \u2013 great food, fab wine and quiet nature trails. In fact, it\u2019s so hard to squeeze everything, I\u2019m already planning my return trip! And I reckon you will be too after reading this \ud83d\ude09<\/p>\n

Where to eat<\/h2>\n

One thing\u2019s for sure, you will NOT go hungry in Orange. This regional town packs such a gourmet punch that you can take your pick from a variety of cute cafes, high-end eateries, delicious winery lunches and quality pub meals.<\/p>\n

Groundstone Caf\u00e9\u2026 for your hipster caf\u00e9 needs<\/h3>\n

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Freshly re-opened from a little refurb when we visit, Groundstone<\/a> is the kind of high calibre caf\u00e9 you\u2019d expect to find in the big smoke. Their version of smashed avo \u2013 chargrilled sourdough with mint, feta, pine nuts, radish, herb oil, burnt lemon \u2013 ($21.50 + bacon $5.50 and poached egg $2.50) isn\u2019t exactly house-deposit friendly but you\u2019ll hardly care \u2013 it\u2019s that damn tasty and filling.<\/p>\n

Charred Kitchen and Bar\u2026 for your fine dining hit<\/h3>\n

Not only is Charred<\/a> the best restaurant in Orange, it\u2019s one of the best restaurants I\u2019ve had the pleasure of dining at in a very long time. Clever cooking by Head Chef Liam O\u2019Brien, complimented by a stellar wine list by restaurant manager and sommelier David Collins and the perfect mix of friendly yet polished service (special shout out to Sam for being awesome) makes for not only a great meal but an all-round excellent night.<\/p>\n

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What a meal! \ud83d\ude0d First proper restaurant dinner since March and @charredkitchenbar did not disappoint \ud83d\udcaf Thanks for an exceptional evening @magicsommelier and team, we will be back \u2764\ufe0f<\/a><\/p>\n

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