The brick-laden shopfront of Borchelli Ristorante effortlessly reflects the Victorian era boomtown-style characteristic of Bendigo. Chequered red and white tablecloths, friendly hospitality and polished cutlery create a refined setting infused with down-to-earth Mediterranean charm in this neighbourhood eatery. With a menu defined as classical Italian, you can anticipate a Mediterranean infusion starting with an antipasto platter with housemade and local produce and finishing with a meat dish such as Saltimbocca – pan fried baby veal, sage and prosciutto in a white wine butter sauce, served with a potato croquette. For those looking for a pasta fix, try the fettuccine Valentino with chicken, avocado, spring onion and Napoli, or perhaps housemade gnocchi with four cheese and cream sauce.