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The What’s next? Sun Bottle Shop has the answers Julian Recsei, Julz to his friends, has worked in several hospitality venues over the last 25 years and in the Byron area over the last 15 years, specialising in bottle shops. What Julz loves most about his work is the amazing world of boutique handcrafted drinks, and how people are now interested in who, how, where and why these products are made. ‘I also love the local following that we have here at the Sun Bistro Bottle Shop, that allows us to curate our business to give our customers what they want.’ Julz knows he’s getting it right when customers come in and say, ‘I loved that last selection you gave me, now what’s next?’. Being at the forefront of the ever expanding world of natural, organic and ‘minimal intervention’ wine, and the return of
winemakers from mass production techniques to ancestral winemaking methods, is something that Julz is very interested in. Julz says that what the customers love about the Sun Bistro Bottle Shop is that it’s a locally based service, the knowledge that the staff have of the product, their ‘narwal’ wine selection, their craft beer selection of over 200 rotating lines, their amazing tequila and mezcal range of over 50 types from many regions of Mexico, and being able to order in specialised products that customers would like. Another thing that Julz says keeps the customers coming back is their range of Japanese whiskey, sake and umeshu, as well as the increasing popularity of their mezcals and tequilas. Julz says the Sun Bistro Bottle Shop will
continue to focus on the customer experience; great service, staff knowledge, and hand selected ranges that evolve with the whole industry. ‘We have a local market based on all these great things, and we will continue to give the people what they want’, he says. The Sun Bistro Bottle Shop is at 61 Bayshore Drive, Byron Bay, or you can find them online at: www.thesunbistro.com.
This amazing bottle of whiskey, is just one of the selection of unique international spirits you will find at the Sun Bistro Bottle Shop
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Chupacabra
Good Taste
Eat in or take out. Shop 12A, 3 Clifford St, Suffolk Park 0448 077 401 www.chupacabra.com.au @chupabyron
Eateries Guide
Legend Pizza
Open 7 days 9am till after midnight Shop 1 Woolworths Plaza 90-96 Jonson Street 6685 5700 www.legendpizza.com.au
BALLINA
Wharf Bar & Restaurant Ballina
FB/Insta: wharfbarballina 12–24 Fawcett St, Ballina 6686 5259
We are thrilled to announce that Wharf restaurant is now open to the public! It is important to us that we support the community as best we can, and do our best to uplift spirits with delicious seafood and welcoming customer service. As part of our reopening, we have also launched a new restaurant and takeaway menu! Book now while tables are still available
Fishheads Byron Bay
1 Jonson Street, Byron Bay 6680 7632
BYRON BAY
Success Thai
Mon-Fri lunch & dinner closed Sundays Lunch 12 noon–3pm Dinner from 5–8.30pm 3/31 Lawson St, Byron Bay www.facebook.com/ pages/Success-ThaiFood/237359826303469
FISHHEADSBYRON
All your favourites every lunch and dinner Experienced Thai chefs cooking fresh delicious Thai food for you. BYO only Welcome for lunch, dinner and takeaway.
Harvest
Open Tuesday–Saturday 12 noon – 5pm 7, 4 Banksia Drive, Byron Bay 8646 4901
Loft Byron Bay 4 Jonson Street, Byron Bay 6680 9183
Book online: www.loftbyronbay.com.au
St Elmo Dining Room & Bar
Open Thursday – Sunday 5 – 10pm Cnr Fletcher St and Lawson Lane, Byron Bay 6680 7426 www.stelmodining.com
18 The Byron Shire Echo ƖīƖƆƐ ǩǭǽ ǩǧǩǧ
www.harvestnewrybar.com.au @harvestnewrybar
The Empire 20 Burringbar St, Mullum
6684 2306
Handcrafted spirits using locally sourced ingredients.
Tues–Fri 8.30am–2.30pm Sat, Sun 9am–2pm FB/Insta: EmpireMullum empiremullum.com.au
Naturally Better!
Free from added artificial flavours and colours.
MAKE YOUR OWN BOTTLE OF GIN
- book online. Gin Making Gift Vouchers available. LORDBYRON.COM.AU LordByronDistillery
Yaman Mullumbimby
62 Stuart St, Mullumbimby 6684 3778
Incredible cocktails, locals beers & all-day snacks and food to share with ocean views.
www.yamanmullumbimby.com.au
Open 7 days from 9am–8pm *Delivery Sun–Fri 4–8PM, Mullumbimby only Free Delivery from $39
Happy Hour | Every day 4-6pm $6 Loft Lager or Wine, $10 Aperol Spritz, $12 Margarita Espresso Martini Nights | Every day 9-11pm 2 for $20 Classic Espresso Martini
St Elmo is a place where you can enjoy great company, first-class food, sophisticated cocktails and an extensive wine list. St Elmo is plating up modern Spanish cuisine to be enjoyed amongst friends and family. Our menus change regularly and feature daily specials.
We are thrilled to announce that Fishheads restaurant is now open to the public! It is important to us that we support the community as best we can, and do our best to uplift spirits with delicious seafood and welcoming customer service. As part of our reopening, we have also launched a new restaurant and take away menu! Book now while tables are still available.
Lunch: Thurs – Sun 12–3pm Dinner: Thurs – Sat from 5.30pm 3 courses from the wood-fired oven in the historic bakery Sat + Sun 8–10am: Baked goods at Sourdough Weekends Sunday 3–5pm: Chook Night Deli hours are 8am–4pm
MULLUMBIMBY
CELLAR DOOR – TASTINGS & TOURS
Open every day from 4pm till late.
Check us out on
facebook.com/byron.legendpizza Scan code for our menu! BYO Home delivery 7 days Established 1992
HARVEST RESTAURANT, DELI + BAKERY
18-22 Old Pacific Highway Newrybar NSW 2479 02 6687 2644
Barrio
Lord Byron Distillery
FRESH PIZZA BYRON STYLE
NEWRYBAR
Menus available on Facebook
Barrio’s canteen takes its inspiration from locally sourced produce with Moorish cuisine. 7am–3pm Mon–Thu Offering daily bakes, breakfast cakes, classic 7am–7pm Fri sandwiches, vibrant salads, smoked fish, grilled meats. 1 Porter St, North Byron Aperitif Hours Friday 5–7pm: $10 plates + drinks No reservations. Bookings Private Dining: Now taking private party enquiries for over 8 email: gather@ lunch and dinner with your closest friends: barriobyronbay.com.au gather@barriobyronbay.com.au
Authentic Mexican in a relaxed, fresh and bright atmosphere. This is slow ‘fast food’ with all produce sourced locally. Mexican blend Moonshine coffee by day, margaritas by night, TACOS all day long! Family friendly and specials each night. Coffee: 7am – 11.30am Dinner: 5pm – 9pm Saturday Lunch: 11.30am – 3pm Open Mon – Sat: Closed Sundays
The Empire is where it’s at! Something for all tastes from epic burgers to vegan delights. Enjoy delectable treats and good vibes at this Mullum icon. Takeaways and lots of grab-and-go goodies available. Phone orders welcome – call ahead and avoid the queue. Coffee, Malawach Rolls, Pita Pockets, Falafel, Traditional Yemenite spices and all your favourites always freshly made. Drop in for an authentic atmosphere, takeaway or get it delivered* to your doorstep.
CATERING
CELEBRATIONS Celebrations Catering By Liz Jackson
BY LIZ JACKSON
Celebration cakes Personal catering services Event co-ordination and management
E: lizzijjackson@gmail.com P: 0414 895 441
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