Why Toowoomba is Queensland’s Most Underrated Foodie Destination
Beyond the blooms, Toowoomba is serving up fine dining, cosy cafés, and hidden wine bars—proof that Queensland’s Garden City is also a foodie’s dream.
Read More
Category: Southern QLD Country
Queensland Hidden Gem Wineries You’ve Probably Never Heard Of
Forget the clichés—Queensland’s wine scene is rewriting the rules. While the Granite Belt and Scenic Rim wine regions have long drawn curious sippers, it’s the under-the-radar vineyards and boutique cellar doors that are creating serious buzz. These winemakers are experimenting with qvevri, championing small-batch production, and delivering immersive cellar door experiences that rival the country’s best. If you think Queensland can’t make great wine, prepare to be pleasantly proven wrong.
Read More
The Ultimate Guide to What’s New on the Granite Belt
The Granite Belt has always been a must-visit for wine lovers and nature seekers, but this year, it’s brimming with exciting new experiences. From hands-on adventures to unique stays and Granite Belt food and wine delights, here’s your essential list of what’s fresh on the scene.
Read More
Why the Chinchilla Melon Festival is Australia’s Juiciest Secret
Where in the world can you ski on watermelons, attempt a melon bungee and or take on the melon tossing challenge? Chinchilla Melon Festival!
Read More
Discover the Best Restaurants on the Granite Belt
Discover dining delights around Stanthorpe and beyond. From quaint cafes to classic pubs, these are the best restaurants on the Granite Belt.
Read More
Ultimate Sunflower Selfie Guide: Top Fields to Visit in Southern Queensland
Grab a golden moment of pure joy with the ultimate sunflower selfies experience in Southern Queensland Country!
Read More
Savour the Sweetness: A Guide to Pick Your Own on the Granite Belt
Join us on a strawberry-picking adventure as we explore the Granite Belt’s freshest berries. Discover the joy of picking your own strawberries and indulging in farm-fresh delights.
Read More
This Stanthorpe Apple Pie is a Queensland icon
Find a Stanthorpe apple pie that rivals the best homemade effort at Sutton’s Shed Cafe, and pick your own Granite Belt apples. This apple pie is so good it has made a list of iconic Queensland dishes you must try. Sutton’s Farm is one of my favourite stops on the Granite Belt. The coffee is good, there is always amazing apple pie or something equally tempting to eat, and the shelves groan with fabulous local products.
Read More
Wagging Tails Welcome: Where to go on the Pet Friendly Granite Belt
Tired of those heart-wrenching goodbyes with your canine companion? Plan a trip to the pet-friendly Granite Belt, where the whole family, including your furry friend, can enjoy a fantastic getaway. Discover the best spots for family fun that welcomes pets with open arms!
Read More
I’ve Stayed at 12 Granite Belt Getaways — These Are the Ones I’d Book Again
I’ve stayed in 12 Granite Belt accommodation options across Queensland’s wine country. These are my top picks — the stays that combine charm, comfort, and a good glass of red by the fire.
Read More
Unveiling Hidden Gems: Your Guide to Buying Truffles in Australia
Maple Edgerton from The Folly Truffles talks about truffles in Australia and how she grows Granite Belt truffles. They cost up to $3000 a kilo, but you don’t have to be a millionaire to enjoy truffles! Just a small amount of truffle grated through pasta, shaved on hot buttered, thick crusty bread smeared with honey or baked in a gooey brie is a taste sensation. Here’s everything you need to know about buying truffles in Australia.
Read More
You’ll have tasty fun at this Granite Belt Cooking School
It couldn’t be easier or tastier at Cooked from Scratch, a Granite Belt cooking school at Glen Alpin. Using premium local produce, including vegetables from the Sabo’s on Severn veggie plot, you’ll learn how to create everything from pasta and paella to what to do with an Instant Pot. Lizzie Sabo’s 20-year ambition to have her own cooking school is a dream come true, and husband Joe couldn’t be happier. Sabo’s on Severn also offers pet-friendly Granite Belt accommodation with a fireplace!
Read More