by Julie | Jul 11, 2016 | Dough & Bread, Gourmet Activities, Main Meals, Recipes
Every year I watch Masterchef and promise myself I’m going to learn pasta making. This year it seems like every one of the contestants has made pasta in one form or another. I felt like they were taunting me! I’ve tried to make pasta before and whilst it... 
by Julie | Dec 6, 2015 | Fast Food
Carney and Earl’s is something completely different for Coffs Harbour. Even as you approach this burger joint you will realize things are a little “left of centre” here. I have to admit, I really didn’t know what to make of the place... 
by Julie | Dec 1, 2015 | New South Wales
Queensland may have used the marketing phrase beautiful one day, perfect the next but as a Coffs Harbour girl I can tell you that title belongs to Coffs Harbour. It may sound like I’m bragging but even the CSIRO agrees Coffs Harbour has the most liveable... 
by Alesah Villalon | Jun 5, 2015 | Restaurants
Visiting Julie in Coffs Harbour was amongst the many highlights of my trip to Australia. I have now stayed in what’s known as the most liveable climate in the country. And that’s according to Wikipedia, which I was able to validate. Not only that –... 
by Alesah Villalon | May 2, 2015 | Uncategorized
Just an hour’s flight from the bustling Sydney lies a family and couple’s retreat. Surrounded by elements of nature – mountains, beach, forest, we had the pleasure of experiencing one serene, unperturbed night at Novotel Coffs Harbour Pacific Bay... 
by Julie | Jan 17, 2015 | Restaurants
I have a great love of Mexican food. I adore the Mexican flavours and I could go into raptures over the perfect guacamole or corn tortilla. Regular readers may even remember my Corn Tortilla recipe. I tend to take my food cravings quite seriously so we are off to... 
by Julie | Jul 20, 2014 | Restaurants
Where do you go in Coffs Harbour for something cheap and cheery? There have been a few options appearing lately but Mad Max Mexican is giving them all a run for their money. Located in the Coffs Hotel this themed taco joint is full of sombreros, kitch little nick... 
by Julie | Feb 19, 2014 | Restaurants
Lol! Do you love that name “Twisted Sisters”? I really do! I don’t know if I have a wicked sense of humour, or if I have been left behind in the 80’s when that name belonged to a band singing metal with long, blonde, permed hair. Whatever it... 
by Julie | Feb 11, 2014 | Restaurants
There’s another cool kid on the block! Old Johns is a hip styled, casual cafe/tapas bar on the Coffs Harbour Jetty strip. The menu features enticing cocktails, and some great casual food choices which suit being shared amongst friends. We have a table of five... 
by Julie | Dec 29, 2013 | Restaurants
Is it a bar? Is it a restaurant? Is it a nightclub? Element Bar is all those things and so much more! It’s also one of the most exciting and innovative new venues Coffs Harbour has seen in a long time. Open just two months the fit out is amazing and the bar is... 
by Julie | Sep 22, 2013 | Restaurants
My travel destinations are always based on the style of food I am craving when I book my flights. Next week I am off to Thailand again so it is safe to say I have been craving Thai food. Leading up to my Gourmet Getaway I needed a “Thai fix” to... 
by Julie | Aug 23, 2013 | Restaurants
I am sitting on the deck at the Surf Club Restaurant Coffs Harbour, watching the ocean, with not a care in the world. I have to wonder if life get any better than this? I doubt that it does! The sky is blue, the temperature feels like summer is on the way, and I am... 
by Julie | Aug 9, 2013 | Restaurants
Macualey’s Restaurant in Coffs Harbour is one of a handful of special places that Mr GG and I find ourselves returning often. The menu changes seasonally, and the venue hosts a variety of events, such as the recently attended “Fabulous Ladies Wine... 
by Julie | Jul 29, 2013 | Restaurants
Cafe Aqua has a new menu, new owners and a totally new vibe! When I say “new” the boys have had the cafe for over a year now but it is new for me, and I am one happy camper. Mr GG and I decided to sneak away from work for a relaxing lunch and chose Cafe... 
by Julie | May 16, 2013 | Restaurants
How was your Mother’s Day lovely readers? I attended the christening of my two beautiful nieces in Brisbane. I am now a very proud God Mother to these beautiful little princesses. I caught up with one of my big boys, who also lives in Brisbane and was...
