Tastes
Backyard discovery
Fertile soils, undulating green hills and crimson sunsets roll out the welcome mat in Queensland’s South Burnett region. It’s ready for you to explore. Roughly a two-hour drive west from the Sunshine Coast to Murgon and Kingaroy, embrace the rewarding journey to experience firsthand the pride and passion the locals have for their district. Although …
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A tale of French love
The Peregian Square is a hive of activity when I arrive at the bright and airy alfresco environment at Periwinkle restaurant. The lady at the table next to me is greeted by name with a hug. Periwinkle co-owner Karin Doeldl already knows what she is going to order for lunch and which glass of French …
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Relish the local flavours
Fresh produce is everything to executive chef Graham Waddell and his team at Noosa Springs Golf and Spa Resort’s Relish restaurant. That’s why their menu changes with the seasons as fresh, local ingredients become available. You can certainly taste the difference. An experienced, highly trained, versatile chef, who originally hails from Scotland, Graham spent much …
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Taste buds taking flight
The first thing I noticed was the twinkle of the fairy lights on the deck, glowing against the night sky. The sound of rippling water in the pond and a certain cosiness that was amplified when owner Erin Mitaros walked over to say hi. Erin and her husband Carl have owned The Loose Goose in …
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A taste of sunshine
The sun wasn’t shining as we pulled up at Sunshine & Sons. But it didn’t matter. If anything, it made tasting that drop of sunshine in each and every sip of gin, rum and vodka all the more satisfying. That’s what we were here for – the distillery tour and the tasting. And a little …
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On the right track
When I visited The Shed at its previous location in Forest Glen, it took me about 30 seconds to fall in love with the eclectic mix of old and new, vintage and modern, pretty and odd. I remember describing it as an Aladdin’s Cave of wonders. So it was no wonder I felt the same …
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The wow factor
We have three courses and a cocktail for your next dinner party thanks to Aden Moriarty, the head chef at Noosa Springs’ Relish restaurant. BUMBU BALI PORK (pictured) This a great marinade that I was given on my last trip to Bali. The marinade was smothered around slow-cooked pork belly. The pork was sliced and …
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Sunsets, serenity and seafood
There is no denying the urge for delicious, fresh, juicy seafood when you’re sitting metres from the blue waters of the Noosa River. Especially when your seat is at the newly renovated Sunset Bar at Noosa Boathouse, and it comes complete with a cocktail in hand and uninterrupted views across Noosaville. Considering Noosa Boathouse is …
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Raising the bar
The bar culture on the Sunshine Coast has gained some fabulous momentum of late. You may not have heard of these establishments but they are worth sticking on the radar. 26 Degrees, Caloundra Perched above street level at the Rumba Resort and with views over Bulcock Beach, you will find the 26 Degrees bar. Recline …
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A night on the town
It’s safe to say that the Sunshine Coast hasn’t been well known for its thriving nightlife. Here, we are probably more famous for the golden beaches and rolling surf, the greenery of the hills and the boutique foodie scene. Nightlife has always been more of a Brisbane or Goldy thing. You slip out of your …
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