Sips & Bites: Spring 2023
What’s brewing, cooking and happening…
BLI BLI BRILLIANCE!
Bli Bli Hotel is rising from the old canefields to open in late spring! Expect a refined menu beyond traditional pub fare on three levels of dining, from a tropical garden-style events space to a light-filled bistro to a bespoke rooftop bar.
WONKY WONDERS
The Wonky Loaf is getting a wonky refresh and we can’t wait to experience the renovated spaces, rebranding, a locally stocked retail store and new offerings including a surprising sourdough cake!
SICILIAN SPIRIT
Unwind after a sun-soaked day on the sand at Pizzeria Sisily, transporting you from Golden Beach to Italy with authentic woodfired pizza, delectable dishes, craft brews and curated cocktails!
SEASIDE SECRET
Pop into The Walkway for gourmet cheese, cured meats and dry goods! Caloundra’s newest side-street deli and café offers coffee, breakfast, lunch, fresh sandwiches and grazing platters – perfect for a beach picnic!
RUNNING WILD
After two years in the making, Wild Barrel will open as the first and only brewery based on a farm in the Sunshine Coast hinterland! Produced from locally-caught yeast, organic ingredients and aged in barrels, indulge in unique vintages and limited releases!
PERFECTION IN A SCOOP
Artigiano has perfected the art of gelato! Visit their new store in Maroochydore for artisanal creations, in traditional pozzetti tubs!
COFFEE ON THE CORNER
There’s a new kid on the corner in Nambour! Taste Ari Coffee Co’s vintage black coffee blend with a cheeky pastry or doughnut as the owners plan to expand their offering!
POP INTO POPPY’S
After serving Japanese, Korean and Asian fusion cuisine to loyal locals, Poppy’s Delights will also open a café for brunch in the same complex as their Sippy Downs sushi shop!
COAST CLASSICS
Four Sunshine Coast stalwarts have earned first places at the 2023 Restaurant & Catering Awards for Excellence!
Congratulations to the always-amazing Bella Venezia for winning Formal Italian Restaurant for the second year in a row; The Tamarind Spicers Retreat for Asian Restaurant and Restaurant in a Hotel/Resort; Humble on Duke for Informal Contemporary Australian Restaurant; and Verona Pizza & Wine Bar for Informal Italian Restaurant and Pizza Restaurant!
SAVOUR THE DATE!
Noosa Eat & Drink Festival is back from 30 May to 2 June 2024! Early bird tickets for the Festival Village launch 27 September. Join the mailing list for exclusive updates, and to grab pre-release tickets for the Long Lunch, Beach, and Restaurant Events!
