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If you like to take your meals surrounded by colour and fun, you need to check out EL CAMINO CANTINA. We dare you not to be tempted in by the fun vibe, delightful decor and great music. You’ll then stay for the food, which is delicious authentic Mexican – our tip is you can’t go past the tacos. But the menu also boasts burritos and fajitas. Wash it down with a margarita – as well as the classic you have mango and strawberry – or an El Camino cocktail, beer, wine or a winter fave, sangria. Super speedy service with a smile makes this place the perfect package for a casual Friday evening dinner. El Camino is on The Riverwalk at Maroochydore’s Sunshine Plaza. elcaminocantina.com.au/location/ sunshine-plaza

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It’s not just pizza at ALL ANTICA. How amazing does this roasted pumpkin ravioli look? The Buddina restaurant that serves up the best Italian food this side of, well, Italy, off ers incredible pizza and pasta that won’t break the bank, served by superfriendly staff . Given its location close to Point Cartwright, our advice is to get yourself a takeaway and then head to the beach or river, which is just a few minutes away. And remember, this place is popular, so if you are ordering a takeaway, get in early and be patient – check out the online ordering facility on the All Antica website. All Antica is at 3/115A Point Cartwright Drive, Buddina. 5444 0988 or allantica.com.au

While many of us are still taking a dip in the ocean during the cooler months, let’s face it, the beach doesn’t always call us in winter. So when early morning swims are out of the question, what else do you do? Treat yourself to BREAKFAST, of course. If there are a few of you and you’re all craving something diff erent, Decisions Café in Birtinya is where you need to be. The all-day menu is divided into the healthy (like the Superfood Bowl) and the not-so (such as the Breakky Burrito). Further north, Nambour Social serves up delicious coff ee, eggs benny and smashed avo to very satisfied customers. Kuluin’s Wonky Loaf is a hidden gem with a delightful atmosphere and incredible sourdough. Leave room for the chocolate brownie! Craving a croissant and coff ee? Then head to Caloundra’s Pastry Lab (inset), where all your pastry cravings will be satisfied – we’re also talking cinnamon scrolls, pain au chocolat, tarts, danishes and so much more. For breakfast with a million-dollar view, you can’t go past Noosa’s Bistro C, which has been satisfying locals and visitors for years. In Maleny, you’ll find locals congregating at Monica’s Café (top), which has great breakfast staples that will fill your tummy.

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The Curated Plate culinary festival is making its comeback this year – off ering up what it calls ‘a 2022-sized serving’ for locals and visitors this winter. From July 29 to August 7, Sunshine Coast restaurants, farms, and tourism and event operators will throw open their doors and share the best of the Sunshine Coast’s local food and beverage experiences over 10 days. The Curated Plate made its debut in 2019, showcasing local produce that was curated by international, national and local chefs to foodie audiences from the coast to the hinterland. Following the event’s cancellation in 2020 and 2021 due to the pandemic, the event is back, but not quite as we knew it before. THE CURATED (SIDE) PLATE sets out to ‘build from the ground up’ via a local industrydriven program, featuring the Sunshine Coast’s vast array of producers, chefs, restaurants and cafes, tourism and event experiences, and farm-gate activities. On off er is an incredible program brimming with unique culinary experiences from across the region, with locations, activities, menus and price points to suit everyone, and many hidden gems to surprise visitors and locals alike. For the full schedule of events check out thecuratedplate.com.au

We love the news from BROUHAHA that the independent brewery has teamed up with Ecogrip to tackle an environmental problem – plastic can carriers. Ecogrip has created the first 100 per cent Australian recycled plastic can carrier and you can now see these on the four packs of Brouhaha’s core and seasonal range in bottle shops across the country. Of course, if you prefer to drink your beer closer to the source, you can imbibe at the Maleny Brewery & Restaurant at 6/39 Coral Street, Maleny or Brouhaha’s new Sunshine Coast Brewery at 1 Edison Crescent, Baringa. brouhahabrewery.com.au

Head along for the great setting, stay for the delicious food and friendly service, and don’t forget to leave room for dessert. THE LOOSE GOOSE is one of our favourite restaurant’s here at salt and for good reason – whether it’s a quick lunch with friends, a romantic dinner or the delicious degustation, The Loose Goose staff always get it right. The restaurant also hosts special occasion dinners, weddings and events and is known for its excellent wine list and impeccable paring. The Loose Goose is at 3/175 Ocean Drive, Twin Waters. 5457 0887 or theloosegoose.com.au

Who needs a fancy restaurant for Friday date night. If you’re around Marcoola our recommendation is to head to the MARCOOLA MARKET. Whether you’re aft er a burger, Mexican, some delicious seafood or perhaps Japanese, this place has you covered. Don’t forget to pick yourself up a sweet treat from Donut Kitchen on the way out. This is the perfect way to relax aft er a long week. In the morning, the farmers’ market takes over, where you can pick up your fruit and veg and other local produce for the week ahead. Marcoola Market is on every Friday from 4pm to 8pm, the farmers’ market is on from 8am on Saturdays at 10 Lorraine Avenue, Marcoola.

German sausages with mustard, pork with red cabbage, and classic chicken schnitzel. Sounds like the perfect winter feast, right? And you can get yours at THE BAVARIAN in Sunshine Plaza. One of salt’s contributors regularly visits the restaurant and says he always has a great meal there. Meat lovers are more than catered for at this place but we can report that vegetarians are not left out, and the salads are delicious too. If it’s your first time our advice is to start off with the haus-made pretzel, tuck into the tasting platter and finish up with the apple strudel and ice-cream. Yum. The Bavarian is on The Riverwalk at Maroochydore’s Sunshine Plaza. thebavarians.com/venue/sunshine-plaza