FROM WESTERN AUSTRALIA, WITH LOVE

With a strong emphasis on sustainable and organic practices, it is no surprise to many that Western Australia – where Margaret River resides – is teeming with splendid produce. Here are our picks of the region’s best souvenirs, be it for yourself or loved ones.

• POSTCODE HONEY

Apiarist John Faherty is on a mission: to have a hive in every postcode in and around Perth. Each bottle offers a unique flavour and colour, courtesy of the seasons and floral population in the area. 6020 from North beach offers a salty finish, 6525 in east Dongara has an earthy palate, to name a few. postcodehoney.com.au

• MARGARET RIVER DAIRY COMPANY

Make room in your carry-on for the Black Label Double Cream Camembert. Made with extra cream, it has an addictively buttery texture and robust, mushroom overtones. Great on its own or with a glass of the region’s Chardonnay. There’s also handcrafted cheddars in a variety of flavours; the sweet, port-infused cheddar is a favourite. 8063 Bussell Hwy, Metricup WA 6280, Australia. Tel: +61 8 9750 6600

• GABRIEL CHOCOLATE

The seemingly simple packaging hides a delicious secret – single-origin chocolate bars. The region’s first bean-to-bar chocolatier, Gabriel Myburgh, is known for using the natural flavours of cacao bean varieties in his range of dark, milk and white chocolate bars. Lot 14, 3220 Caves Road, Yallingup 6282, Australia. Tel: +61 8 9756 6689

• BETTENAY’S MARGARET RIVER NOUGAT COMPANY

The family-owned business handcrafts soft, French-style nougat only in small batches. The creamy, rich texture is the result of a secret family recipe. We recommend the Rum & Raisin Nougat, which uses Australian barrel-aged rum, vine-dried raisins, toasted almonds from the south and local honey. 584 Miamup Road, Cowaramup Western Australia 6284, Australia. Tel: +61 8 97 555 539

• VASSE VIRGIN

Certified cruelty-free, Vasse Virgin offers an expansive range of handmade, all-natural skin and body care. Highlights include the Lemon Myrtle Body Scrub, which leaves skin soft, supple and scented with essential oils made of Australian lemon myrtle and lavender, extra virgin olive oilbased lotions. 2 Rosa Brook Road, Margaret River WA 6285, Australia. Tel: +61 8 9757 2999