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INTRODUCING Your local Sunshine f die

Martin Duncan AKA the ‘Sunshine Coast Foodie’ has a passion for showcasing the Sunshine Coast’s restaurants, cafes, producers and products. He is a former chef and restaurateur, and a true connector of people in food agribusiness, including the plant nursery and hospitality industries. Martin’s other passion is Sconetime – a wonderful opportunity for older people, along with their carers, companions and family, to establish social connections and come together with other people from the community over scones.

Hi everyone! I’m very excited to join the salt magazine family to shine the spotlight on the best produce and culinary experiences our wonderful region has to off er.

From the freshest seafood straight from the trawlers at Mooloolaba to the most delicious produce from our verdant hinterland, plus some of the best craft beer and boutique distillers in the country, we really are spoilt for choice.

Our vibrant dining scene has evolved too, with a plethora of new restaurants and cafes vying for our attention. The charming suburb of Palmwoods is just one example of a Sunshine Coast town that has become an eclectic foodie mecca.

In this beautiful summer edition, we have plenty of pages full of delicious foodie pics and stories for you to pore over as well as what’s hot in food and beverages, produce, products and venues. Plus you will love the delicious pasta recipe for you to try at home from All’Antica Italian Restaurant (turn to page 54).

I encourage you to get out and about and explore the diverse tastes of our region.

I look forward to sharing more great stories on our artisan producers and Sunshine Coast foodies in future editions.

Until next time, bon appetit!

Spend Fridays (or any day ending in Y) the way they were meant to be spent— enjoying good times with good friends. Located along The Riverwalk of Sunshine Plaza, this restaurant off ers generous indoor and alfresco seating, a circular bar where sports lovers can catch a game, an open kitchen serving modern American dishes, as well as Friday classics with a twist and, of course, an extensive and carefully curated cocktail menu. Visit with an empty stomach and feast on melt-in-your-mouth steaks, buff alo wings, loaded potato skins and ribs. TGI FRIDAYS is a restaurant the whole family can enjoy, as kids eat free from Monday to Thursday with the purchase of an adult meal over $25. The perfect spot for an aft erwork beverage or a cheeky cocktail with friends – yes please! TGI Fridays is at 154-155, Sunshine Plaza, 154/164 Horton Parade, Maroochydore. 3188 3165 or tgifridays.com.au

Deborah Phillips

Pretty flowers, great coff ee and good vibes is what you will find at LANEWAY FLOWERS & COFFEE. With two great locations, their talented baristas are serving up delicious Padre specialty coff ee and doughnuts with a smile. Look out for Deb, owner and qualified florist, behind her workbench whipping up gorgeous fresh flower bunches and posy jars, as well as beautiful everlasting floral arrangements. Her eye for colour and balance give her creations their beautiful and unique style. She adores texture and natives have a special place in her heart. Heads up! They sell take away coff ee from 6am, seven days a week across their two sites. The blend they use is called Lucky Boy and it is sure to impress coff ee aficionados with an irresistible profile of vanilla, milk chocolate and hazelnut praline. Delicious as espresso, Lucky Boy shines in milk coff ee with its incredible sweetness, subtle orange acidity and creamy body. Laneway Flowers & Coff ee is at 6 Thomas Street, Noosaville and 3/52 Hastings St, Noosa Heads. lanewaynoosa.com.au

seafood restaurant & river lounge

SEAFOOD RESTAURANT

Wednesday to Saturday: LUNCH & DINNER Sunday: LUNCH ONLY Amazing seafood focused menu Absolute waterfront dining Luxe & calm setting

- ARRIVE BY FERRY -

The Noosa Ferry runs all day Hastings Street to Tewantin

RIVER LOUNGE

Wednesday to Sunday from midday Modern aperitifs Signature Cocktails Bar Food Antipasti all day Happy Hour + Specials

Lucio’s Marina at the Noosa Marina

Enjoy a little slice of Guandong right here on the Sunshine Coast. Select from a huge range of freshly prepared dumplings, baos, buns and soups, coupled with a cold Tsingtao. Some of the favourites on the menu include dumpling in sweet soy chilli sauce – delicious dumplings filled with pork, served with specially made sweet soy chilli sauce, or fried chicken bao – soft steamed bao buns filled with crispy chicken, lettuce and mayo chilli sauce – yum! Vegetarian? No problem, LITTLE RED DUMPLING has plenty of meat-free options to choose from. With indoor and outdoor seating, take away and casual dining options for lunch and dinner, pop in and see what all the fuss is about. Little Red Dumpling is at shop GD183 Sunshine Plaza, 154-164 Horton Pde, Maroochydore. 3162 2993 littlereddumpling.com.au/ maroochydore

Dave Jarrett and Amanda Lamb

THE CRAFT is located at Flaxton in the beautiful Sunshine Coast Hinterland and was established by Dave Jarrett and Amanda Lamb with the purpose of showcasing the extensive local craft beer industry, great food and live music. The venue is an English tudor pub in appearance and has rural and coastal views. The Craft also has lovely B&B accommodation and caters for weddings and private functions. The Sunny Coast is considered by some to be the craft beer capital of Australia and The Craft ’s friendly team look forward to sharing some of the local drops with you. There is a beer style for all tastes and they love helping patrons find their perfect brew. Cheers to that! The Craft is at 344 Flaxton Drive, Flaxton. 5239 8957 or facebook.com/ thecraft sunshinecoast

Lucio’s Marina Matteo Galletto and restaurant manager Christopher Viant

Overlooking the Noosa River, LUCIO’SMARINA is a seafood trattoria that continues the traditions of northern Italy and Lucio’s iconic restaurant in Sydney. Owners Matteo Galletto (Lucio’s son) and wife Dieuwke Galletto, along with head chef Alberto Vitassovich, love combining quality local catch with Italian culture. Highlighting the region’s off ering, the team has designed a menu that will transport you to coastal Italy with a nod to the original Lucio’s menu. Check out these newbies on the menu – seared scallops with shaved asparagus and bearnaise foam, or saff ron pappardelle with braised wagyu shank and bone marrow emulsion. Lucio’s Marina is at 2 Parkyn Court, Tewantin. 5470 2331 or luciosmarina.com

Roz and Michael White

Local legends and locavores Michael and Roz White will open their newest IGA SUPERMARKET this month at Forest Glen. This sassy supermarket is 1500 square-metres of food, glorious food, showcasing local products and producers. We love the new addition of Grace & Grace (named aft er both Roz and Michael’s grandmothers) off ering gift s, homewares, flowers, chocolate and barista coff ee. Michael and Roz White began their retailing journey on the Sunshine Coast with the purchase of a small convenience store in Maroochydore in October 1993. There began the humble beginnings of White’s Grocers. Since this time, the business has grown from one store with three staff to six stores. Psst… A locavore is a person who chooses to consume food that is grown, raised, or produced locally, usually within 200 kilometres from home. White’s IGA Forest Glen is at 354 Mons Road, Forest Glen. whitesgrocers.com.au