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Meet the makers at The Tropic

For the foodies and wine buffs among us, each month The Tropic (at Burleigh Pavillion, 43 Goodwin Terrace, Burleigh Heads) presents their Meet the Makers dinner series showcasing a range of winemakers, distillers, brewers and producers. On the calendar for the next few months are these topics:

July 24 – Italian wines and meats from a local butcher
August 15 – Local and imported cheeses
September 4 – Rosés of the world and crustaceans
October 16 – Champagne and seafood
November 21 – All things vegan

KEEN?

Bookings are essential on 07 5661 9050.

WWW.BURLEIGHPAVILION.COM/THE-TROPIC

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Floatin’ fun with Gold Coast Gondolas

Forget travelling to the canals of Venice, Gold Coast Gondolas has got your romantic couple’s night (among other special occasions) sorted and you don’t even have to get on a plane to Europe!

Did you know, there’s a quiet little tourism operation floating around the canals of the Gold Coast, bringing the same kind of iconic Italian romance (and fun!) to local couples.

Gold Coast Gondolas has enjoyed almost two decades as one of the city’s most unique attractions. John and Val van Rensburg started Gold Coast Gondolas 18 years ago, just after they’d immigrated from South Africa. They’d spotted similar gondolas during a weekend getaway at Mooloolaba and they saw a huge potential for a similar business on the waterways of the Gold Coast. Unlike Venetian gondolas, these gondolas are constructed of fibreglass with a fixed weatherproof cabin and a rigid soundproof panel separating the gondolier from guests, thus affording absolute privacy. Nowadays, the operation is overseen by their daughter, Taryn Sims, and her husband, Mike. While a gondola generally evokes the emotion of love and romance, Taryn says Gold Coast Gondolas are a fun option for a wide variety of experiences.

GIRLS’ NIGHT OUT

Carrying a maximum of six passengers, with a menu available for meals and BYO drinks with NO corkage, you’ve got the definition of a great girls’ night out right there! Rally your five best mates and float around the Gold Coast while taking in the lights and sights from quite a unique perspective.

FLOATING MEETING

Corporates, we’ve just found the ideal location for your next work meeting – floating around the coast’s canals. If you’ve got a team of six (maximum), why not get inspired by the sights and the seabreeze – your next brainstorming session awaits!

…AND OF COURSE, DATE NIGHT

“I get surprised by how many romantic guys there are on the Gold Coast!” Taryn laughs. “Most of the time, they book it as a surprise for their anniversary, their partner’s birthday or literally ‘just because’. We also get tonnes of proposals on board every month, so that’s always really exciting.

“There aren’t many places where you can dine with your partner in style and privacy whilst also enjoying stunning views by day, or shimmering lights at night. Nothing screams romance like a gondola cruise – it’s private, peaceful, luxurious and exclusive.”

WWW.GCGONDOLAS.COM

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Climb a mountain

We love heading inland, whatever the weather – especially for a trek through the mountains. These are the best Gold Coast hikes to soak in the beautiful hinterland.

WOLLUMBIN/MT WARNING

South of the border, nestled in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales – home to the world’s oldest subtropical rainforests and mountains forged by volcanoes – Wollumbin towers at 1156m above sea level. Though the Summit Track is now closed, nearby walks offer views of Wollumbin itself. The 7.9-kilometre Brummies Lookout trail is popular amongst birdwatchers and hikers alike, but there is a slightly longer option (around 11 kilometres) if you’re feeling adventurous. With trails winding through subtropical rainforests and shrubland, this is a region you’ll find yourself coming back to time and time again.

TAMBORINE MOUNTAIN

This is certainly the cushiest ‘hike’ of the bunch. Tamborine Mountain is actually an entire region in the Gold Coast hinterland, and doesn’t have peaks at all – it’s a plateau, formed by an eruption from Mt Warning some 22 million years ago. Drive up the mountain – stopping to admire the mysterious ‘piano rock’ on your way – for horse riding, bird watching, glow worm tours, thunder-egg fossicking, fishing, some window shopping along Gallery Walk and so much more. Oh, and there are a series of hikes (of varying difficulties) to find up there, too. Then, when you’re in need of a refuel, find Café Alpine in the Birchgrove Nursery, or opt for one of the many wineries, breweries and distilleries in the area. Finish the day with a bit of fudge (you’ve earned it).

MT COUGAL

Perched on the Queensland-New South Wales border, Mt Cougal is not for the faint of heart. But, considering you get two views for the price of one at Mt Cougal, we’d say it’s totally worth it. Getting to the twin summits involves a hard climb – lots of scrambling up rock faces, navigating rainforest pathways and even a narrow cave to squeeze through – but once you reach the first peak, it’s all worth it. Your trek is rewarded by panoramic views of the Tweed Valley not once, but twice, from the east and west peaks. Even on your way up, there are sights to see. Make sure you stop and admire the large tree in the large rainforest clearing that was marked by the surveyor Francis Roberts in the 1860s, and check out the Cougal Cascades in Currumbin Valley below for a refreshing post-hike dip.

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Sunsets by Sanctuary Cove

Sanctuary Cove is rolling out the red carpet for lovers of quality food, wine, beer and music with an all-new festival. Sunsets will showcase an exceptional range of food and beverages, chefs, wine and beer connoisseurs and gourmet food trucks – along with The Marine Village’s world-class restaurants. With a live entertainment line-up of solo artists and big bands adding to the festival buzz, foodies will be in heaven as they indulge in fine seasonal eats in the picturesque precinct. For more, click through for our full story HERE.

WWW.SUNSETSBYSANCTUARYCOVE.COM

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Head north for Regional Flavours

Australia’s largest free food and wine festival, Regional Flavours highlights Queensland’s vibrant food culture and showcases over 80 stallholders from 17 different regions. Producers, artisans, graziers and chefs are celebrated with a weekend-long program overflowing with cooking demonstrations, pop-up food stalls, cocktails and tantalising tastes by the river, food innovation talks and live music. Hear from Matt Preston, George Calombaris and Gary Mehigan, Reynold Poernomo, Dan Churchill, Poh Ling Yeow, Justine Scholfield and Brisbane’s own Georgia Barnes, and taste gourmet delights, regional wines, fresh produce, truffles, preserves, chocolate, pastry and much more. For more, CLICK HERE.

WWW.REGIONALFLAVOURS.COM.AU

 

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