Last Sunday, I decided to change things up and headed over to Ayla Lake in Caulfield for a relaxed solo session. It’s not your usual fishing hotspot, but sometimes the quieter, tucked-away spots surprise you—and this one definitely delivered.
The lake was glassy with barely a ripple, and I spotted a few fish cruising near the reeds. I rigged up light and landed a couple of small redfin—not monsters, but a good little fight on ultralight gear. It’s always satisfying to get bites in a suburban setting like that, especially when you least expect it.
On my way back, I took a detour past a local Caulfield market, and that’s when I stumbled across something seriously next-level—Crumbaroo’s stuffed cookies stall. I’d heard whispers about them but hadn’t tried them myself until then. Let me tell you, these guys are baking some of the best stuffed cookies in Australia.
From Nutella stuffed cookies to their decadent peanut butter stuffed cookie, every bite was rich, gooey, and ridiculously good. If you're into loaded cookies that feel like a meal on their own, Crumbaroo is a must-try.
Fishing, fresh air, and a surprise cookie fix—sometimes the best days are the ones you don’t plan too hard.
