Sips and Bites
What’s brewing, cooking and happening…
WELCOME TO THE NEIGHBOURHOOD!
Looking for a delicious brew, seasonal salads and community vibe? Unwind at the newly-opened Coolum Social where coffee meets creativity and every cup is an adventure! Also in Coolum, Everyday Coffee Bar has just opened on David Low Way and is serving up the perfect cup-o-joe from 6am to 1pm everyday.
The Architect Bar & Kitchen (formerly The Nautical) has arrived on Ocean Street with wine, cocktails, tapas and live music from Wednesday to Sunday.
Slipstream Brewing, who were named as ‘Queensland’s Best Brewery’ at the Royal Queensland Beer Awards 2024 is opening in Birtinya with indoor and outdoor dining for around 300 people, plus a function space and Californian-inspired menu.
FRENCH AFFAIR
Feeling French? Flo’s Crêperie at Mooloolaba Wharf is dishing up their delectable crêpes, galettes and French cider daily. Don’t forget the dinner menu featuring your favourite French classics alongside a selection of galettes and crêpes – AND in other news Flo’s Crêpes by Florian Guillemard cookbook is coming soon! Sign up to the e-newsletter to be the first to get your hands on it!
The popular Sunday Boozy Long Lunches at Summerhouse Birtinya is having a special Oktoberfest event on Sunday 13 October. Tickets $109. Get in quick, tickets selling fast. Prost!
NEW SEASON, NEW FLAVOURS
Let SOLA Restaurant Novotel Sunshine Coast take you on a gastronomic adventure with their new menu and throughout September and October, enjoy a Modern Australian Buffet with all your Aussie faves! Adults (15 years+) $55, 5-14 years $30 & kids 4 and under are FREE! Bookings essential.
The Peregian Beach Hotel has a new Spring menu featuring the best local flavours! Drop in for a beverage, and a boogie with local live music every Saturday and Sunday!
SAVVY SUNSHINERS
Nil Desperandum is officially Australia’s most awarded rum after claiming the prestigious best rum trophy at the Australian Distilled Spirits Awards. Congratulations to White’s IGA who won the 2024 Queensland Training Award -North Coast region, Large Employer of the year for the second consecutive year and were state finalists.
Our region owned the Restaurant and Catering Association Awards for Excellence 2024 in the Best Italian Restaurant, formal category with Lucio’s Marina, Tewantin winning amongst Finalists including Bella Venezia, Mooloolaba and Locale, Noosa. Verona Fresh Italian, Birtinya were finalists in the informal category as well as Pizza Restaurant category, with other Finalists including: The Tamarind, Maleny for Asian Restaurant and Restaurant in a Hotel/Resort; The Long Apron, Montville for European Restaurant; Juan Fifty Kitchen & Bar, Alexandra Headland for Mexican Restaurant; and Sunshine Beach Surf Club for Best Restaurant in a Pub/Club.
Double congrats to Bella Venezia’s Kristine Young, for raking in two prestigious awards at the 2024 Australian Women’s Small Business Champion Awards in the Restaurant category, as well as being crowned the Champion, Influential Woman. Very well-deserved for this local legend!
DON’T MISS THESE EVENTS!
TASTE OF MT TAMBOURINE
Unearth the best of Queensland’s coastal abundance matched with the magic of the mountains for an indulgent exploration that will ignite the senses at Park & Cove, Peppers Noosa Resort & Villas. The Witches Falls Wine Dinner promises to be a night to remember!
Thursday 3 October, 6pm
$119 per person for four-courses with arrival canapés and Bellini followed by four-courses with matching wines.
DECADE OF DECADANCE
Join us for a truly special occasion as Locale Noosa celebrates its 10th anniversary in conjunction with IN Noosa Magazine’s 10-year milestone.
This is more than just a lunch—it’s a celebration of a decade of culinary excellence and community spirit.
Friday 18 October, 12noon
$149 per person
including Cocktail on arrival; canapés + 4-course lunch with matching Italian wines.
Thanks to Seabourne Distillery and Twelve Bottles.
