IT WAS every foodie’s dream on Sunday as Loch held their annual food and wine festival in weather that was near perfect.

Predicted to rain and with a raft of red umbrellas on hand, organisers and festival goers were relieved to find it was actually sunny on the morning of the festival and while heavy clouds threatened rain, it stayed dry.

The biggest problem attendees had, was what to try first and then what to try next.

Over 50 food vendors including local restaurant pop-ups and international street food vans enticed festival goers with an array of mouthwatering smells and dishes from across the globe.

With sweet treats like fresh cinnamon doughnuts, crepes, poffertjes, danishes, cannoli, cupcakes and savoury dishes like paella, pasta, Thai street food, American BBQ, Vietnamese delights, dumplings, bratwurst, it was a delightful struggle.

Then what to drink with each dish?

An array of wine, beer and spirits from South Gippsland wineries, breweries and distilleries was on offer, with the makers on hand to discuss the nuanced facets of their craft with anyone interested. 

A kid’s corner with farm animals and fair rides kept the little ones happy and live music created a fun-filled festival vibe. 

After getting their fill at the festival many headed to the Loch Winter Market to peruse the other local makers, bakers and crafters wares before exploring everything else the historic Loch village has to offer.