Kallista General Store & Cellars

03/07/2025

🍷✨ WINE TASTING TOMORROW - GLÜHWEIN TIME! ✨

Winter evenings call for something special, and we’ve got just the thing!

Join us tomorrow for our weekly wine tasting featuring **heated glühwein**
- the perfect antidote to these chilly winter nights.

There’s nothing quite like the warming spices and rich flavours of traditional glühwein to chase away the cold and bring some gemütlichkeit to your Friday evening.

What to expect:
• Perfectly spiced, warming glühwein ready for tasting
• Cozy atmosphere in our wine cellar
• The perfect way to start your weekend

Whether you’re a glühwein enthusiast or curious to try this European winter classic, we’d love to share this warming experience with you. It’s exactly what these Dandenong Ranges winter evenings were made for! ❄️

When:Tomorrow (Friday) - our regular wine tasting time
Where: Kallista General Store & Cellars

Come warm up with us!



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30/06/2025

We have a winner 🎉
Congratulations you are the winner of our delicious grazing box, we hope you enjoy it 🧀🥨🍫
A massive thank you to everyone who entered, we appreciate you 🫶
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27/06/2025

Take your time and browse... there’s always something special waiting to be discovered in our wine cellar 🍷✨

Our team loves helping you find the perfect bottle, and there’s always one open for tasting - just ask! Whether you’re after something familiar or ready to try something new, we’re here to guide you through our carefully curated selection.

Perfect way to spend a relaxed Saturday or Sunday afternoon in the Dandenong Ranges 🌿

24/06/2025

We’re on a mission to reach 2000 followers who love great wine, food and local produce as much as we do! 🍷✨

Help us get there and you could win our gorgeous $100 Grazing Box!

**HOW TO ENTER:**
✨Follow
🍷Tag at least 1 friend who’d love this (each tag = 1 entry!)
✨Bonus entry: Tell us your favorite local winery in the comments!

We put so much effort into showcasing new wines and curating the best local products - and we’d love to share that passion with even more wine, food and local produce lovers!

**Competition closes Sunday night. Winner announced Monday!**

*Terms: Must be following to win. Each friend tagged counts as one entry. Winner must collect from store or arrange delivery. This promotion is in no way sponsored, endorsed or administered by, or associated with Instagram. Good luck!*

23/06/2025

We have something special for you 😍
Sophie’s handcrafted macarons are almost too pretty to eat... almost!
Which flavour would you choose?
Tell us in the comments!

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17/06/2025

Behind every great dish are the right ingredients 👨‍🍳

Our shelves are stocked with flavour game-changers: Basque with Love, Sticky Balsamic, Bippi, Chotto Motto, and so much more!
Can’t find your cooking essential?
Just ask - we love discovering new products through our customers 🛒

14/06/2025

🧀🔥 Weekend Toastie Time! 🔥🧀

Nothing beats a perfectly golden toastie on a chilly winter weekend!

Rachel makes these beauties in-house - choose from our classic ham & cheese or go double cheese, both finished with our incredibly popular tomato relish that everyone raves about! 🍅✨

Pop in this weekend and treat yourself to the ultimate winter comfort food.

Made with love, served with a smile!

10/06/2025

MORE NEW FINDS ! 🌶️🍯

We were kidding when we said Rachel and I have been busy little bees, out tasting and discovering some incredible new products for you!

Meet the Bippi range - their sugo and pesto are absolutely divine! We couldn’t resist bringing these beauties back to our shelves. The flavours are so rich and authentic, they’ll transform your weeknight dinners into something special 🍝

And can we talk about this chilli honey? 🌶️🍯 It’s trending everywhere right now and for good reason! Sweet meets heat in the most perfect way. Drizzle it on pizza, pasta, cheese boards or even fried chicken!

These are the kind of quality finds that make us excited to share with our Kallista community. Pop in and let us tell you all about them - you know we love a good food chat!

What’s your favorite way to use chilli honey? Tell us in the comments! 👇

08/06/2025

Sunday reading sorted! 📖

The lovely folks at Monbulk Historical Society have created this amazing double-sided flyer all about the history of Kallista General Store! Plus we have a few copies of the Kallista Centenary book available for those wanting a deeper dive into our local history.

Perfect for a cold Sunday at home - pop in and grab your free flyer from the counter, and ask about the Centenary book too!
Open until 5pm today! ☕️”

07/06/2025

It’s cold and rainy in Kallista today☔

Come in and warm up with us! 🧣

Fresh toasties ready in minutes, plus a beautiful selection of wines to take home for a cozy night in. Nothing beats comfort food and a good bottle on days like this!

Open until 6pm today 🍷

05/06/2025

🍷 FRIDAY WINE TASTING - This Week’s Adventure! 🍷

Join us this Friday night as Josephine takes you on a journey through her latest wine discoveries!

Fresh from her recent adventures, she’s handpicked some incredible new wines that she can’t wait to share with you. You know how selective Josephine is - she tastes around 100 wines to find less than 10 that truly over-deliver on quality for the price.

This Friday, you’ll get to taste what made the cut and hear the stories behind each bottle - where she found them, what caught her attention, and why they earned a spot in our cellar.

When: Friday night
Where: Kallista General Store and Cellars
What to expect: New wine discoveries, Josephine’s expert insights, and great company

Come discover your next favorite wine with us! 🥂

03/06/2025

🥟 NEW ARRIVAL ALERT! 🥟

We’re so excited to introduce our latest addition - premium dumplings and spring rolls from Oriental Teahouse!

These aren’t your ordinary dumplings, friends. We’ve taste-tested every single one (tough job, but someone had to do it! 😉) and WOW - they’re absolutely next level delicious!

Perfect for:
🥟Easy dinners when you want something special
🥟Entertaining guests without the stress
🥟Those moments when you want restaurant-quality food at home

From traditional flavours to exciting new combinations, these beauties are ready to elevate your dining experience. Pop in and grab some - your taste buds will thank you!

What’s your go-to dumpling style? Tell us in the comments! 👇

31/05/2025

28/05/2025

🍺 FRIDAY NIGHT BEER TASTING 🍺

This Friday we’re switching things up with a fantastic Boatrocker beer tasting! Come discover some exciting new brews that have just landed in our selection.

We’ll also be serving up our delicious fresh toasties alongside the tasting - because nothing beats the perfect beer and toastie pairing on a chilly winter evening!

Join us for a fun, warming Friday night with fellow beer lovers. No booking needed, just pop in and enjoy the cozy atmosphere.

See you Friday night! 🍻

27/05/2025

COZY DINNER SOLUTIONS 🍽️

No need to brave the cold for groceries elsewhere - we’ve got everything you need for a comfortable night in.

Escape the winter chill and step into our cozy store today! We’ve got the heaters cranking and plenty of delicious dinner options ready to take home.

From our famous 400 Gradi lasagne to a variety of other take-home meals, dinner is sorted without the fuss. Pair your meal with the perfect wine from our cellar - our team is always happy to recommend the ideal match!

Pop in before 6pm today! ✨

22/05/2025

🍷 FRIDAY WINE TASTING: PAYTEN AND JONES 🍷

Join us tomorrow evening to discover the exceptional wines from Payten and Jones!

These talented Yarra Valley winemakers craft distinctive, expressive wines that beautifully showcase our region’s unique character.

📅 When: This Friday, May 23rd
⏰ Time: Drop in from 4.30pm - 6.30pm
📍 Where: Kallista General Store and Cellars

No bookings required - just pop in and enjoy some delicious wines with Payten and Jones and our friendly team!

The perfect way to kick off your weekend in the Dandenongs.

22/05/2025

🍝 FRESH STOCK ALERT! 🍝

Our bestselling 400 Gradi lasagne is back in stock at Kallista General Store!

Need a delicious dinner without the fuss? These restaurant-quality meals are ready to heat and enjoy in minutes - perfect for those busy nights when cooking feels impossible.

The 400 Gradi lasagne has become our #1 bestseller for good reason - authentic Italian flavors, premium ingredients, and that homemade taste without any of the work!

Pop in today to grab yours before they’re gone again. Your future self will thank you when dinner is sorted with zero effort! 😉