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Check out the Barrel renovations
Iconic Barrel reopens its doors
By Lea Parkes
Following months of refurbishing and reimagining, The Barrel at Maleny is once again opening its doors, this time at the front of the building, to both locals and visitors to the area.
Those familiar with the venue over its almost 20-year history are sure to be impressed with the visual transformation of the space.
When the renovation started earlier in the year work was focused on the interior of The Barrel to give it a more contemporary feel as well as creating a number of separate function areas through the inclusion of mezzanine flooring.
However, as the work progressed a decision was made to resurface the outside of The Barrel that, while extending the time frames, has transformed the look of the iconic building.
The Barrel is now operating as a cellar door to showcase a range of wonderful wines from the Granite Belt, as well as craft beers and gourmet food products from across South East Queensland.
At this stage the team from The Barrel is working closely with Whiskey Gully Wine, Granite Ridge Wines, Kominos and Casley Mount Hutton Winery, four well established Stanthorpe-based wineries.
For those who also like a craft beer, you will be pleased to know that they are also working with Cooroy’s Copperhead Brewery to showcase their products.
At this stage The Barrel are selling the wines by either small or large glasses, as well as by the bottle, which you will be able to enjoy with a cheese board or items from a shared plate menu.
Greg Guilford, the Food and Beverage Manager of Clouds Retreats, the owner of The Barrel said they are very proud of what they had created so far and were excited about all the plans they are continuing to work on, particularly the new dining/functions areas.
“We see what we are creating as a great addition to what is currently being offered in the Sunshine Coast hinterland,” Greg said.
These events will feature chef-created meals that are paired with wines from one of the wineries and will include the opportunity to meet and hear from their winemakers.
