As the autumn weather settles in, it’s the perfect excuse to take a scenic drive to the country for the day and explore the roads less traveled… within 150km of your home, of course.
The Scenic Rim is showing off with its rolling green hills and tree-lined roads with beautiful autumn colours on display. There’s also plenty to eat, see and do while you’re visiting!
With the recent easing of restrictions, some of our favourite local restaurants and cafes are able to reopen, on a smaller scale, so you can enjoy a cosy meal in, or take a picnic hamper to your favourite spot. As always, we can guarantee fresh air and wide-open spaces.
We are so excited that Kooroomba Kitchen has reopened its doors. From Friday to Sunday guests can enjoy lunch at one of three sitting times, from 11am, with a limit of ten guests. It’s the perfect chance to try their culinary delights, which are full of local produce.
Due to COVID-19 guidelines, bookings are essential. Contact them on 07 5463 0022 to book your table – reservations can only be made via this phone number.
We know ewe will love visiting Towri Sheep Cheeses. This artisan sheep dairy, based in Allanview near Beaudesert, is the perfect place to stop on your country drive. You can meet some of the locals, including the 350 sheep and resident Jack Russell Honey Poo Davidson (she’s even got her own Instagram!). You won’t want to leave until you’ve tried some of their delicious sheep cheeses yourself, or you can grab some to go.
Towri Sheep Cheeses is open to the public every Friday and Saturday from 10am-2pm. You must pre-book and make an appointment before your visit – 07 5543 1260/ 0403 463 429
A must-visit on your country drive is Tommerup’s Dairy Farm. You can collect a range of local produce from their farm larder, including their award-winning butter, ice cream, meats, eggs and other Scenic Rim produce. It’s best enjoyed while having a picnic on their property, or perfect to fill your empty esky with to take with you! Kay and Dave have a range of animals on show at their farm including dairy cows, sheep, pigs, chickens and Jack Russells. It sure is an authentic farm experience!
Bookings and pre-orders are essential – 07 5544 9269
The Summer Land Camels cafe is now open and will be serving a delicious new brunch menu. It is open from 8am – 3pm Saturday and 9am – 3pm Sunday. Enjoy your brunch either on the deck (10 people at a time) or bring your picnic blanket to enjoy on the grounds while surrounded by friendly camels and the stunning Scenic Rim scenery.
They will also be offering their farm tours every Saturday and Sunday at 10am and 11am, where you can learn about camels and the important role they have played in Australia’s history.Visitoris will even get a chance to take a look at the dairy and how they milk them, view the processing building where they make their award-winning dairy products such as Persian feta and gelato, and beautiful camel milk skincare. The tour is approximately 1 hour and ends with product tasting and sampling of the skincare range.
Spaces are limited to a maximum of 10 people per tour as per current guidelines. To avoid missing out, please book online at https://summerlandcamels.com.au/farm-tours/.
Scenic Rim Cooking Classes/ Kooroomba Gully
Caz Osborne is known for her Scenic Rim Cooking Classes, locally made chutneys and relishes and her impressive hampers and platters. If you’re looking to feast on some delicious local produce, there’s a hamper to suit every tastebud. The platters and hampers even include maps with local tips! To order contact Caz on 0408 199 736.
Feeling thirsty? Mt Alford’s Scenic Rim Brewery is now open on Saturday and Sunday from 10am – 2pm for takeaway beer purchases only. You can also pre-order their delicious hampers to take with you and enjoy in the many beautiful spots in the Scenic Rim, like the banks of Lake Moogerah.
* Hampers must be pre-ordered before 10am Fridays on 07 5463 0412
Spring Creek Mountain Café and Cottages
As the weather starts to cool down and we’re reminded that it’s autumn, it’s the perfect time to reach for some comfort food. Spring Creek Mountain Café is offering some takeaway country classics like chicken and leek pie with chips and salad, pork and apple sausage rolls, their Killarney Beef Burger and for something sweet – tea and scones, with jam and cream.
http://springcreekcottages.com.au/ / 07 4664 7101
Craving an authentic country pub meal? The Bearded Dragon is offering some of their favourite dishes as takeaway from 10am-8pm. There are parmys, burgers, chicken wings, salads and more. You can order online at the click of a button or call them and then collect and take with you to your special Scenic Rim spot.
https://www.beardeddragononlineshop.com.au/ 07 5543 6888
For those visiting (and you must live within 150km), don’t forget to follow all Queensland Government guidelines including social distancing rules. Some National Parks will be open so best to check the latest updates from the Queensland Government and SEQ before you leave on your adventure.
**These businesses are following all Government advice and regulations surrounding COVID-19.
This information was current on May 22.
If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to get in touch with these businesses directly. We recommend contacting them before you visit or order to confirm their stock.
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