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Tom Colman, a trained viticulturist, and his father Bob started making wine together back in 2016 in a backyard shed. Frankly, This Wine Was Made by Bob was born, featuring natural, organically made wine. In 2023, the duo opened Frankie & Mo's – a wine bar, restaurant and bottle shop rolled into one. Every six to eight weeks, they feature a new chef in residence, serving seasonal and sustainable dishes using locally sourced produce.
Inside is cosy and vibey, with electric artworks, pops of colour, and a chef’s table where you can pull up a stool and watch the team in action.
The food
Fresh, locally sourced, and seasonal ingredients are front and centre at Frankie & Mo’s. The menu changes often, but you may enjoy things like beetroot carpaccio with almond ricotta and black garlic vinaigrette; anchovy toast with pickled fennel and blood orange; lamb rump chop with smoked beans, carrot and herbs; and a flourless chocolate cake with berries. The duo is big on celebrating talented up-and-coming chefs or those seeking a bush break, so every six or so weeks a new chef takes the reins.
The drinks
Natural, organic, fun, and funky – the wine at Frankie & Mo's is good for the planet and good for the soul. Personally, I’m a big fan of the party-starting pét-nat. At the back of Frankie & Mo's is the bottle shop, where you can select a bottle to enjoy with dinner (corkage fee $25). On Thursdays, you can enjoy corkage-free for their locally made wines. They also offer cellar door tastings on weekends from 12-4 pm. There’s a selection of cocktails if you’d like to kick things off with one.
Time Out tip
If you’re here for a weekend away in the mountains, be sure to check out Australia’s most Instagrammable waterfall, Wentworth Falls, and lace up for the Grand Canyon track – one of New South Wales’ most popular hikes.
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