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CAILOPI’S GREEK GRANDPARENTS, FRANK AND CONNIE.

 
 
Welcome to Frank & Connie’s Kitchen

Nestled in the charming Hepburn Springs, just a stone's throw away from the renowned Daylesford, you'll find Frank and Connie's Kitchen, a culinary gem in the heart of the beautiful spa capital of Australia.

Step into our cozy abode, where Caliopi Buck, our talented chef and owner, weaves her culinary magic to craft fresh, seasonal dishes that will tantalize your taste buds. Drawing from her rich tapestry of experiences in French, Greek, Middle Eastern, and South American cuisines, Caliopi brings a unique and diverse flair to every plate that she serves. The warm and inviting ambiance of our restaurant is an homage to family, where every guest is welcomed as if they were stepping into the loving embrace of Caliopi's Greek grandparents, Frank and Connie.

At Frank & Connie's Kitchen, dining feels like a cherished tradition, where every meal shared is a celebration of togetherness. Whether you're in the mood for an intimate gathering or a lively feast, our menu offers a delightful array of smaller and larger plates, designed to be shared and savoured with loved ones. We understand that everyone has unique dietary needs, and here at our kitchen, every guest is catered to with the utmost care and attention.

For those with special dietary requirements, we encourage you to reach out to us before your visit. With a call ahead, Caliopi will craft a bespoke culinary experience for you, using only the freshest, in-season ingredients, ensuring that your dining experience with us is nothing short of exceptional.

Come join us at Frank & Connie's Kitchen, where every meal is an invitation to partake in the warmth and generosity of family, and every bite tells a story of love, tradition, and culinary mastery.

 
 
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What Do People Think About Us…

 
 

Lonely Planet

Another example of Hepburn's re-emergence as a culinary destination is this endearing weatherboard cottage along the main road. Young owner-chef Caliopi Buck changes her menu weekly, which is all about shared plates of contemporary fare: think tacos with Chinese-style duck leg and pickled cucumber and slaw, lamb ribs with chimichurri, and a Flintstones-sized rib eye.


 

Sarah Lang, LOST MAGAZINE

The World's Longest Lunch was held on Friday 16th, with the region boasting no less than three venues hosting a long lunch. All three events were booked out and enormous sums of money were raised for local charities. One of the stars was Caliopi Buck from Frank and Connie's Restaurant in Hepburn Springs. Her dessert of chocolate and rhubarb was a complete triumph.

Dan Stock, Food Editor, HERALD SUN

Four generously piled swordfish tacos are elevated to excellent thanks to “Connie’s” salsa — a chunky concoction with great creeping heat, while Buck shows deft balance in a sweet-sharp salad of green beans and soft roasted pumpkin with pickled shallots and golden raisins. It’s a lovely vegetarian counter to the naughty lamb ribs, crisp skinned and crunchy, with melty meat underneath. Chimichurri comes as a side to dunk the bone-handle ribs into.

To finish, Nana’s cookie recipes get a workout (as does her baklava) but it’s Buck’s frozen vanilla slice that wins the day. A spiced apple puree sandwiched between layers of vanilla-flecked ice cream, the slice comes topped with a milk sorbet that adds cool creaminess; nutty dark choc rubble for crunch. Just like the restaurant, it’s understatedly sweet and lovely.

 

RICHARD CORNISH

Just an ever-changing list of dishes chalked onto the blackboard above the open kitchen. There is a lot of Greek influence but this is not a Greek restaurant. She bakes her pita bread daily and this could be served with tzatziki and roast pumpkin dip. Yes there are spanakopita fingers and saganaki with honey but there could also be the very un-Greek slow roasted lamb ribs served with Argentina’s own chimichurri sauce. Or you could have barramundi served with beans cooked in a tomato sauce.

 
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Location

97 Main Road
Hepburn Springs, Victoria

 

Opening Hours

Monday, Thursday and Friday 5pm till late

Saturday - Sunday 5pm till late

Easter Opening hours

Good Friday 5pm till late
Saturday before Easter 11.30am till late
Easter Sunday 11.30am till late


(Private functions available seven days)

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Call Us

(03) 5348 1156

 

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