Here in Bundaberg we are a resilient lot. We've seen our share of hard times - the floods, the droughts, the time the Rum Distillery caught fire - and we have drawn closer so we could stay stronger. In a time of great uncertainty and anxiety, we want to share some of the good things that are coming out of our towns.
So lets talk about how our local chefs and foodie operators are coming up with tasty ways that we can get our local food fix while still practising responsible social practices. From serving their world-class dishes for takeaway and delivery, to changing up their dining rooms so you have a bit more space, here are some ways Bundy chefs are helping to keep our belly full and taste buds tingling.
And while they're putting food on your table, you're supporting our hospitality industry to keep food on their own. Everyone's a winner!
So if you're a local, or just living like one, pick up the phone and rustle up your spare change for gourmet eats, sweet treats, and local drinks to enjoy the best tastes of Bundaberg right in your living room.
While you can still dine in style, Water St Kitchen have released an all new takeaway and home catering menu, bringing their mouth-watering dishes to your door. Serving up tantalising treats for both breakfast and lunch, with meals for 4 able to be delivered, what more could you ask for?
Our pick: Start off with their delicious brioche French toast with anglaise, apple and praline for breakfast and dig into their crispy slaw pork belly for lunch. For the mini me’s, Water St Kitchen’s delicious Potato, thyme & Parmesan gratin is sure to be a hit with even the fussiest of eaters.
One Little Farm
Supporting local has never been more important than now. Why not use this time to visit your local farmer, honesty stall or fruit and veg market to buy your farm fresh produce direct from the producers themselves. One Little Farm and the Lettuce Patch Bargara are just a couple of local businesses providing you with fresh hampers filled to the brim with quality produce. With all the necessities in one box, simply pick up or have One Little Farm deliver these goodies to your door.
Stop into One Little Farm at Shop 3, 133 Bargara Road to pick up your weekly hamper or call (07) 4152 3322 to order.
HSG at the Gardens
Not in the mood to food prep? Prefer to have gourmet meals, that were made for the heart and soul, stocked throughout your freezer? If this sounds like you (it sure sounded like us), then let HSG at the Gardens provide you with a range of ‘Grab n Go’ meals ready to be devoured. From beef lasagne, lamb moussaka, tandoori sweet potato and heavenly chocolate mud cake for dessert, your belly is sure to be satisfied with these dishes. You can also enjoy their gourmet eats and treats in HSG at the Garden’s open-air alfresco dining area, where you can soak up the natural surrounds while enjoying a bite to eat.
Ready to order? View their no-fuss Grab n Go menu.
Delivering wholesome dishes from their kitchen to your table and now to your car, visit the Windmill Café Bargara for a flavour-filled meal. Whether you’re staying in or simply taking a scenic drive around our region, have your pick from their locally sourced, abundant menu where the choices are endless! With takeaway options readily available to order, payments made by card are accepted for all window deliveries. However, if you find yourself in need of some fresh air, why not enjoy their open garden surrounds before sinking your teeth into a tasty feast.
Interested in the Windmill Café Bargara’s drive-thru service or perhaps you’re in need of deciding what meal to have for your next visit? Head on over to their Facebook Page for more info!
Grunske's by the River Seafood Market & Takeaway
Calling all seafood lovers! Pile your plates high with fresh local seafood caught straight from the trawler and delivered to your table. Choose your own selection of fresh river prawns, oysters, fish, crab and sea bugs from Grunske's fresh seafood market or order to share with the family back home from their takeaway menu. Open throughout the week, you can also enjoy stunning river views while waiting for your meals.
Our pick: Keep it simple with Grunske's seafood basket and house special grilled Mediterranean chicken breast. To quench your thirst pair your meal with a bottle of Bundaberg Brewed Drinks Ginger Beer or traditional lemonade.
Get your early morning coffee fix or freshly squeezed bottled orange juice from Alowishus Delicious and pick up a meal while you’re there. With the new announcement of their in a rush-no-fuss takeaway menu, take a break away from the kitchen and support your local as they help you get back to the grind and ensure your belly is full.
Easter is just around the corner and there is one local business that is jam-packed with divine chocolates and sweets of every kind! Offering up local delivery to customers, there’s no excuse for you not to have a cheeky chocolate bunny or two stashed away in your cupboards.
Street Bean Coffee Bar
If coffee, ready to go salads, smoothie bowls and homemade treats is what you're looking for, Street Bean Coffee Bar has a handful of options ready for you to purchase. Why not stop by and grab your morning, lunch or afternoon dose of caffeine and grab a bite to eat at the same time? What was once known as the former Nourish Cafe, this quaint coffee shop has taken on a fresh new look, new menu and tantalising offerings you won't be able to resist!
If you’re finding yourself low on some of those key pantry ingredients and can’t seem to get your hands on them at the supermarket, make a trip to Nana’s Pantry where the shelves are packed with nourishing wholefoods. Have your scoop of pasta, rice, dried fruits and more before heading over to their sweet treats section and restock those lolly jars for the kids, and yourself back home.