Do not rush when you drive in the Dandenongs on the way to Olinda or Sassafras. Do not rush as you might miss the turn to this amazing, picturesque place -
King Henry Arts Cafe.
King Henry Arts Cafe. Author's photo
I found it by accident. I drove past once, too busy rushing to the place I wanted to get to. But I made sure I stopped the next time I was in the Dandenong Ranges. I was surprised. I was pleasantly surprised.
King Henry Arts Cafe. Author's photo
This house at the bottom of the hill, surrounded by leafy treas and beautiful flowers is a picture in itself. Walk through the gates where His Majesty Henry VIII greats you from flag posts. Open the front door with his royal likeness etched in the glass. Stay inside or walk through the house and get an outdoor table, your choice.
King Henry Arts Cafe. Author's photo
Come for breakfast (served all day) or for lunch. Have a coffee and a cake too. Sit back. Relax. Enjoy. Look around. Breathe. The owners and operators made sure that once you sit down at their table you would want to come back again and again.
King Henry Arts Cafe. Author's photo
The coffee is very good. Serves are generous. Cakes are to be beheaded for (in King's Henry tradition).
King Henry Arts Cafe. Author's photo
