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Head south in Oz to the Mornington Peninsula

Ask any resident of the Land Down Under why they visit Mornington Peninsula and they're likely to point to their bellies and gush about the fine cuisine and libation. Not to mention the scenery. With landscapes reminiscent of the Mediterranean, the strip on the southernmost tip of Australia is a perfect place to spend the day when you take a medical job in Australia.

As you cruise along its peaceful rural roads, you'll quickly notice the commitment that the community places on producing quality ingredients for their cuisine. Hills are lined with endless vineyards and olive groves; roadside markets are full of fresh produce and free-range eggs; and the atmosphere is always welcoming and warm. On the waterfront, cafes and restaurants are abound, offering wines, cheeses, fish and fresh produce grown locally year-round.

Blue Mini Cafe (BMC), one of the community's favorite local eateries, believes in one simple formula: BMC = great casual food and drink.The family-owned restaurant serves breakfast all day every day, and dinner service boasts risotto, piled-high salads and fresh calamari straight from the waters of the Indian Ocean.