Some chose a coffee followed with a walk on the beach whilst others opted for a waterfront cafe with the mornings paper.
I had very high expectations about today's activities because it was going to be involving a lot of food tasting. Needless to say, my expectations were tremendously exceeded.
We met with Karen from Foodscape Tours and headed into the Byron Hinterland for our first destination: Zentfelds Coffee Roastery. We were greeted by the bubbly Rebecca who took the group for a walk around the property explaining the coffee roasting process. It was really great to meet Rebecca who was so proud and enthusiastic about her products. After finishing out lattes and purchasing gifts for friends and family we were back on the bus and off to Duck Creek Macadamias.
Check it out: http://www.foodscapetours.com.au/
Check it out: http://www.zentvelds.com.au/index.html
~ The very HOT coffee roasting machine
I have never really thought about how macadamia nuts are grown or the process they go through before I stuff them in my mouth.. Duck Creek Macadamia's had all the answers. With Macadamia nuts growing on their own plantations we were able to walk through the property and get up close and personal with a macadamia tree. We were hosted by Trevor who shared a passion for local quality produce and took the group around the property. We then were fortunate enough to be allowed into the tasting room to try different flavours of macadamia nuts. (My mouth is salivating just thinking about this).
Check it out: http://duck-creek.com.au/
Lunch was served at Harvest Cafe in Newrybar. Located within the Byron hinterland, this cafe is a best kept secret. We were there for a mid week lunch and the cafe was nearly full! My guess it could have something to do with the delicious selections of wines or perhaps the mouth watering menus. Tristan the owner hosted our lunch - we were treated like royals! I will be 100% returning to this cafe and I strongly urge anyone who is in the Northern Rivers region to head up for lunch. The cafe and township is full of history and culture and we were all very sad to leave :(
Check it out: http://harvestcafe.com.au/
Out last destination for the day was to the Australian Bush Spices. We arrived just before the storm hit but that in no way dampened our spirits!! I was a little apprehensive about spices but put my hand up to try everything. Scott the creator has created a wonderful product range that provides the consumer with spices that they can add on seafood, white meat, red meat and even on fruit! The American delegates in particular loved the products and bought several for friends and family. I too purchased a few and the pink spice for fruit was lovely in my banana smoothie this morning!
Check it out: http://www.australianbushspices.com.au/
~ Scott and Kash smelling spices
Our final night was spent at the Mantra on Salt Beach in Kingscliff. Let me start by saying that upon arrival the only words I could say were "wow" and "omg'. This resort complex is huge and the facilities are amazing. Set next to Peppers and Bale, this resort is affordable and I highly recommend for families, couples. Kingscliff is only a fifteen minute drive from Coolangatta airport and transfers are easily accessible. This resort offers beautiful pool facilities but is also walking distance to the gorgeous Salt Beach. We were hosted for dinner at Season's restaurant which is within the resort complex and all retreated back to our rooms for our last nights sleep before our flights the next morning.
Check it out: http://www.mantraonsaltbeach.com.au/
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