The car ride from Jugiong takes about an hour. It’s the wrong road. Or, at least, not the usual way into Gundagai, a town that’s a dot point loitering above the Murrumbidgee River, midway between Melbourne and Sydney.

These softly sweet, light and fluffy brioche bread loaves are a winter crowd pleaser and can be used for sweet and savoury dishes; or a simple side. They’re a great addition to any chef or home cook’s repertoire.

Freeman on Ford is Beechworth’s first and only five-star accommodation, having remained so for the past 15 years. It is accredited with numerous national awards for excellence, including winning Trip Advisor’s coveted award for Australia’s best bed and breakfast in 2013.