Mother's Day Feast at The Stables — Farm-to-Table Lunch in Bobs Farm, NSW

Mother's Day 2026 at The Stables is a three-hour farm-to-table luncheon set on a working property in Bobs Farm, New South Wales, Australia. The event centers on a thoughtful menu—Chicken Breast Supreme, The New Yorker sirloin, grilled Barramundi, The Farm Salad, and two desserts: Mums Little Ray of Sunshine and A Mothers Hug—paired with a complimentary glass of sparkling for Mum on arrival. It’s an unhurried way to celebrate that trades formal fuss for seasonal produce, generous portions and a setting where farmland meets coastal air. The setting is quietly distinct: Bobs Farm sits on the coastal plain near Port Stephens, where low rolling paddocks, stands of eucalypt and saltmarsh fringes frame broad skies and migratory birdlife. At The Stables the focus is on produce showcased simply—oven roasted kipfler potatoes, pumpkin risotto, candied walnuts in vibrant salads, and a beurre blanc that lifts the barramundi. Those flavours speak to a region where ocean estuaries and fertile soils meet; you’ll notice coastal birds on the margins and the scent of native scrub on the breeze. This is a social meal with a measured pace: expect a three-hour serving window that encourages conversation, slow courses and a relaxed arrival. The menu’s highlights include a feta- and semi-dried tomato-stuffed chicken finished with creamy mushroom gravy, a classic New York cut sirloin with red wine jus and battered onion rings, and a pumpkin risotto that perfectly accompanies the barramundi. Desserts lean comforting—lemon meringue tart with vanilla bean ice cream, and sticky date pudding with butterscotch and vanilla bean. Practical details: the event’s duration is three hours; transport by car from nearby towns is the usual approach and parking is typically available on-site. Dress for changeable coastal weather—sun and a cool afternoon are both possible. Bring a camera for table details and the low, golden light that picks out paddock textures; mobility needs should be checked with hosts ahead of time because the meeting point details are not provided. Why book it? For locals and visitors alike, this Mother’s Day combines the pleasure of regional produce with a convivial, slow-paced meal that feels rooted in place. The Stables uses straightforward cooking to highlight local ingredients, and the complimentary sparkling adds a celebratory touch without the fuss of formal dining. It’s a practical, memorable way to mark the day among open skies and honest food. Plan to arrive with time to walk the immediate grounds if weather allows; short, level pathways often lead to outlooks where you can watch waterbirds and small shorebirds or simply breathe the sea-tinged air. Reservations are required via the booking link and often sell out for Mother’s Day; flag group dietary requests at booking so the kitchen can accommodate preferences. smoothly.