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A smart choice – Froth Cafe At a recent visit to Froth Café the pies were so inviting that my dining partner and I couldn’t resist ordering the same meal: topped with buttery pastry, with a satisfying chicken filling, and awash with a flavoursome leek sauce. The sign of a good pie is when an Aussie is not compelled to smother it with tomato sauce. Thankfully, this was one of those gourmet pies where the flavour spoke for itself, with no need to plump it up with condiments. We resolved that Froth’s pies are likely to impress the most discerning pie enthusiast. The Chicken and Leek pies shared their plate with a combination of snap-fresh salads, glistening with crisp and healthy ingredients; a testament to the owner’s passion for fresh produce. Relatively new owner Amery Waterhouse has sparkled-up the premises and created an enticing breakfast and lunch menu. For time-poor diners, we found there is plenty of ready-made fare to choose from for quick bites. Some delectable offerings are Chicken and Mushroom Filo pastry, Salami Sandwiches, oozy Beef Lasagne and an Asianinspired Chicken San Choy Bau. From the menu, Froth’s organicbun burgers pack a mighty punch to the hunger pangs for just $15. Vegetarians are sorted with Vege Frittata, filling salads and nourishing veg bowls. Breakfast treats abound starting with Froth’s comforting classic:
bacon and egg on organic seeded bun with house relish for $10. Or diners can stock up on their antioxidants with an abundant Açai Bowl, filled with banana, medjool dates, crispy coconut flakes, activated caramelised buckinis and fresh fruit for $14.50. Froth’s cobblestone outdoor dining is surrounded by tropical gardens. There’s some convenient offroad parking nearby so it’s easy to duck in for a quick cuppa, coffee or smoothies. It’s an inviting space to enjoy some autumn sun and linger over a hazelnut brownie or blueberry muffin. If you feel like exploring Life Cykel range of healthy liquid extracts, Froth can give your coffee a boost with some extract drops. The various extracts can boost energy, induce relaxation and improve skin and health. Having tried the Lion’s Mane Brain Health elixir, which is said to improve cognitive function and brain health, we left Froth feeling we might be just that little bit wiser. Froth Byron Bay. Open 7am till 3pm. 1B Banksia Drive, Byron Bay Arts and Industry Estate.
LOFT SEAFOOD LUNCH 12-3pm
2 co u r s e S ET M ENU EVERYDAY + a glass of win e or b e e r ceviche or
oysters
$6
LOFT LAger schooner
$6
HOUSE WINE
$10
aperol SPRITZ
$12
Margarita
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loftbyronbay.com.au
02 6680 9183
Eating Out Guide
BALLINA
BYRON BAY
Ballina RSL Club
Level One Pizza Bar & Snacks
1 Grant St, Ballina 6681 9500 www.ballinarsl.com.au
Hot and Cold Beverages from 9am All day menu 11am to 10.30pm
Open 7.30am daily, till late every night Coffee, breakfast, lunch & dinner, functions & weddings. 12-24 Fawcett St, Ballina 6686 5259 / 6685 6011
or
PAN ROASTED tasmanian salmon
4 Jonson St Byron Bay
Good Taste Wharf Bar & Restaurant
crisp battered fish AND CHIPS
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- 12pm - 6pm everyday -
Words and images by Terase Davidson: Terase is the founder of Taste Byron Bay, a local business that showcases local produce across all their menus for catering, events, private dining, food tours & cooking classes. For more information contact: www.tastebyronbay.com or follow the fun on INSTAGRAM @ tastebyronbay
Open 7 Days Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner and Snacks
$35
SPECIAL $25: Pulled lamb pizza, with pumpkin, salsa verde, rocket and feta plus a stubby of Coopers Pale Ale We practice the responsible service of alcohol.
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The Rocks @ Aquarius Breakfast/Lunch 7 days from 7am 16 Lawson St, Byron Bay 6685 7663 – Menus at therocksbyronbay.com.au
TAKEAWAY ONE STOP SHOP
The Hideout Cafe
Feed your family with a choice of pizza, pezzo pockets, burgers or fish & chips. OPEN 7 DAYS TILL 8.30pm counter orders only
Breakfast and Lunch 7 days a week from 7.30am
www.WharfBarBallina.com.au
Shop 6/13 Lawson Street 6680 9300 FB thehideoutbyronbay insta @thehideoutbyronbay
Luscious Foods
BYRON BAY
Barrio Eatery & Bar
A 5-minute drive from Byron Bay, Barrio brings together the local community Mon–Sat 7am–9pm in a relaxed environment for all-day dining. Wood1 Porter Street, fired oven, charcoal grill, veges, meat, fish, salads, North Byron natural wines, local beers, cocktails and St Ali coffee. No reservations. Bookings Eat in or take-away over 8 email: gather@ www.barriobyronbay.com.au barriobyronbay.com.au @barriobyronbay
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Mon-Fri 7.30am–3pm Open Friday nights 6–9pm Live music and BYO 1/6 Tasman Way, Byron Arts & Industry Estate BYO & RSVP 6680 8228
CHILLED VIBE IN A BEAUTIFUL SETTING Join us at The Rocks on Lawson for lots of summer bites! We have a range of fresh, locally sourced breakfast and lunch at affordable prices. Enliven the senses with a Byron Bay Coffee or super healthy smoothie! Enjoy an Ice-cold beer, wine, or hand-crafted cocktail with your meal! Cosy indoor seating and a beautiful outdoor dining space available. $5 SCHOONERS AND $12 COCKTAIL OF THE WEEK
Hidden away in Byron’s iconic ‘Eat street’ Bay Lane, The Hideout Cafe and Bar offers indoor, outdoor and deck dining With a fresh, funky, relaxed vibe, generous serves, cruisey staff and 10am licence, come and find us for ‘Byron’s BEST breakfast’ all day… Takeaway available Vegetarian,Vegan and gluten free options available Kids menu
Contemporary and Middle Eastern flavours • Breakfast and lunch • Wood-fired pizzas • Fresh juices • Great coffee www.lusciousfoods.com.au
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