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BALLINA
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EVERY DAY
HAPPY HOUR
Ballina
4–6PM Dine in and takeaway Great Summer Menu www.wharfbarballina.com.au
FB/Insta: wharfbarballina 12–24 Fawcett St, Ballina 6686 5259
BANGALOW
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own at Esperanza Farm, you’ll find Jerrod and Susana Henderson and their four children, raising heritage breed Large Black and Berkshire pigs, and cows, ducks and Border Collies. A relative newcomer to the industry, Jed has been supplying pork to the markets for the past seven years. He’s a firm believer in nose-to-tail ethical and regenerative farming. For him it’s all about lifestyle, community and providing a quality product to the customer. His pigs live a rich life, roaming pastures and eating a balanced diet full of variety. ‘I love to spoil them,’ says Jed. ‘Their favourite is bananas, and recently I was feeding them pecans and lychees.’ Customers won’t find these artisan cuts anywhere other than the markets. At their stall, Jed showcases a photobook of pork recipes, encouraging customers to experiment with cuts they
Wharf Bar & Restaurant
Bowlo Kitchen
Family friendly, tradies’ local, restaurant quality. Wednesday to Friday happy hour, midweek specials, excellent wines, foodies delight, creative cocktails, local produce, massive kids’ space, welcoming staff, Open Wed–Fri 12–2.30pm & 5–8.30pm; and COVID Safe. Sat 12–8.30pm; Sun 12–7pm.
The Bowlo, Bangalow 6687 2741
Come along to the Bangalow Bowlo and find out.
Club open Wed–Sun from 12 noon www.bangalowbowlo.com.au bangalowbowlo @thebowlo
BYRON BAY
Fishheads Byron Bay 1 Jonson Street, Byron Bay 6680 7632
GREAT SUMMER MENU
Indulge in one of our new creations! We are proud to say, that for over 20 years, we have been serving the Byron community fresh, local seafood and ingredients. To improve your dining experience, we have developed a smaller plate menu, designed to be shared, and enabling you to try a greater variety of dishes. Enjoy! The Fishheads Family
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Success Thai
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.
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
Jerrod Henderson of Esperanza Farm, at Mullum Market.
Barrio wouldn’t normally buy. Susana’s Spanish background has influenced their smallgoods selection, which includes chorizo and salami. Their snags are made the traditional way
With a story starting in a working avocado farm overlooking Mt. Warning, discover a community with a shared love of quality beer, in the land we are lucky enough to brew it on.
without additives or sugar, using fresh herbs from their garden. You can truly taste the difference. ‘When you do get a bit of meat it’s important to get a good quality product that’s not filled with preservatives, and enjoy it,’ said Jed. Exciting initiatives underway at Esperanza include a reforestation project and the planting of flowering and fruiting natives to create environmental barriers between the growers’ paddocks. This provides shade and windbreaks, much to the pigs’ delight. Buying straight from the farmer at the market promotes a stronger local economy. You can also learn about where your food comes from and what you’re putting into your body. What better way to enjoy the summer barbecue season than to get together with family and share some quality food grown with love by your local farmer?
7am - 3pm Mon, Tues, Wed, Sat 7am - 8.30pm Thurs, Fr 1 Porter St, North Byron Booking via our website barriobyronbay.com.au
Saltwater Social Club A gathering place for all 32 Jonson St, Byron Bay saltwatersocialclub.com.au
stall at the Mullumbimby Farmers Market every Friday 7–11am, and at New Brighton Farmers Market, Tuesdays 7–11am.
Barrio’s canteen takes its inspiration from locally sourced produce with moorish cuisine. Offering daily bakes, breakfast cakes, classic sandwiches, vibrant salads, smoked fish, grilled meats. Book via our website for lunch and dinner in the restaurant at www.barriobyronbay.com.au Walk-in tables available. Open 4pm until late Monday through Sunday for sundowners, dinner, and late-night drinks. Lazy weekend lunches with sandy feet, rowdy dinners with family and friends, and late night drinks and DJs are the standard. Laid back vintage vibes and classic coastal style create an eclectic feel, complemented by our menu of shareable snacks, locally-sourced salads and hand-stretched sourdough pizzas, as well as beers on tap, organic wines and hand-crafted cocktails. GOOD TIMES ~ HIGH VIBES ~ LATE NIGHTS ~ HIGH TIDES
No Bones
Join us on our expedition to save the Earth one Brussels sprout at a time.
Vegan Bar and Kitchen.
HAPPY HOUR EVERY DAY 5–6PM $6 BEERS / $12 COCKTAILS / $7 WINES
11 Fletcher Street 6680 7418
Open every day from 5pm till late
Book online: www.nobonesbyronbay.com.au
For any events of up to 30 people please email nobonesbyronbay@gmail.com
The Pasta Bowl
Pasta Bar • Take Away • Catering
RESTAURANT TAKEAWAY• CATERING
Wed–Sat 5–8.30pm Sunday 4–8pm Byron Bay Golf Club, 62 Broken Head Rd 6685 6470 info@thepastabowlbyronbay.com
Karkalla Byron Bay Café, Bar & Restaurant
Corner of Bay Lane and Fletcher St, Byron Bay Open Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat & Sun 8.00am until ‘Late’.
5614 8656
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Menus available on Facebook
Cultā 33 Childe Street, Belongil Beach See our menu at www.culta.com.au Evening Bookings essential on 0492 931 679
Italian, and a little more, by Chef Daniele. Local, organic and ethically farmed produce. Spacious alfresco dining area with lots of space to enjoy.
Seasonal, local & native inspired menu. Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner. ‘Happiest Hours’ 2pm–5pm Daily Come try our native negroni & fingerlime margarita – booking via www.karkalla.com.au Cultā team serves Breakfast-Brunch 7 days a week 7am–12.30pm Cocktails and snacks after beach from 4pm Casual dining from 5.30pm (Thu, Fri, Sat) See website for menu on culta.com.au Free 2 hour undercover parking at rear for Cultā Customers
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