Gold Coast Grown: A Local Food & Wine Trail for Winter

Forget fast-paced itineraries — winter is for slow travel. And on the Gold Coast, that means long lunches, boutique wineries, artisan produce, and cosy hinterland cafes. Whether you’re a serious foodie or just love discovering hidden gems, here’s your ultimate July-ready local food and wine trail.

1. Start with a Sip: Gold Coast Wineries & Distilleries

• Witches Falls Winery (Tamborine): Rustic cellar door, small-batch wines, fireplace

• Granddad Jack’s Craft Distillery (Miami): Award-winning gin & whisky, tasting room

• Cedar Creek Estate: Wine tasting, glow worm cave tour, and lakeside dining

2. Farm-to-Table Delights

• Tweed Valley Farm Tour: Visit working farms and meet the growers (cheese, honey, macadamias)

• Picnic Real Food Bar (Tallebudgera): Locally sourced seasonal produce

• Paddock Bakery (Burleigh): Iconic for a reason — woodfired bread, garden seating, great coffee

️ 3. Local Markets to Taste & Explore

• Miami Marketta (Friday/Saturday): Street food, live music, creative cocktails

• HOTA Farmers Market (Every Sunday): Fresh produce, gourmet goods, handmade treats

• Tamborine Mountain Markets (2nd Sunday of the month): Artisan stalls, hot coffee, homemade jams

4. Cosy Spots to Wrap Up the Day

• The Wine Barrel (Mudgeeraba): Tapas & fine wine with a warm, ambient feel

• Bumbles Café (Budds Beach): Tucked away near Surfers — old-world charm with river views

• Palm Beach Avenue: Elevated pub dining with winter-friendly mains and cocktails

Ready to eat, sip, and explore like a local this July?
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