If a mini break combined with some seriously good food sounds like your kind of getaway... read on, because we’ve put together the ultimate two-day food lover's guide to the Sunshine Coast. Think farm stalls in the hinterland hills, a spicy deep dive into our ginger story, and luxury farm stays where every meal is paired with epic views. Get ready to go farm to fork and see for yourself why the Sunshine Coast is called Queensland’s Sunshine Pantry. Let’s dig in!
Day 1
Morning
Joel's Journeys at Belmondos Organic Market, Noosaville
Create your own adventure with Joel’s Journeys
When you’ve only got a limited amount of time to see the sights, a guided tour is the way to go. Our suggestion? Hop aboard with award-winning Joel’s Journeys, where you can either choose from a range of fully guided tours or build your own. Along the way, you’ll get to soak up the sights of our spectacular region, learn some local secrets, and build your appetite for a range of mouthwatering stop-offs.
From sitting down to plates loaded with salads and cakes at Belmondo’s Organic Market to taking a walk down history lane with a mead tasting at Amrita Park Meadery, you’ll be spoilt for choice when it comes to sampling the very best of the Sunshine Coast’s food scene. Simply sit back, relax, and enjoy the ride.
Afternoon
Eastwell Farms, Kin Kin, Noosa Hinterland
Noosa Hinterland road-trip
Take things slowly in the afternoon with a scenic drive through the Noosa Hinterland. Meander your way through stunning paddocks and hills before stopping off at the Eastwell Farms Store (note: the store is currently only open on Friday and Sunday from 1–4pm). Here, you’ll be in a meat-lovers dream—the freezers are stocked up with everything from juicy meatballs to chicken sausages. Once you’ve scored all the goodies you need for dinner, it’s time to hit the road again and take the short drive to tonight’s accommodation spot.
Evening
Mayan Luxe Villas, Kin Kin, Noosa Hinterland
Settle in at Mayan Luxe Villas
After a bustling day of touring the countryside to fuel up on local treats, make tracks for Mayan Luxe Villas and check into your accommodation for the evening. These gorgeous rammed-earth villas bring a little slice of Tuscany into the rolling Kin Kin hills and are set-up with everything you need for a seriously good farm-stay escape. Whether you’re in the mood to satisfy your pizza cravings with some woodfired oven action or grill your Eastwell Farms sausages on the BBQ, you’ll be set for the best kind of night in. Plus, there’s also the option to order a hamper of local produce that’ll be waiting for you the moment you walk through the door.
Day 2
Morning
Shopping at Kandanga Farm Store, Mary Valley
Kick off the morning with a leisurely breakfast of fruit, fresh croissants, and homemade jam from your welcome hamper before taking a drive to Kandanga Farm Store. Here, you’ll be right in the heartland of the spectacular Mary Valley, where it’s easy to spot cattle grazing in the lush pastures nearby. Take your time browsing through the charming array of farming supplies, knick-knacks, and local produce on offer. It'll be hard to come away from this spot empty-handed!
Lunch
Dingo Crekk Vineyard,Mary Valley
Keep the foodie delights coming as you turn the car towards Dingo Creek Vineyard Cellar Door in Traveston. Here, you can enjoy a meal on the spacious deck while overlooking the vines—as well as pick up a bottle of local wine to take home. Expect to tuck into everything from a cheese board with locally sourced cheeses, to a spectacular seafood platter (featuring Tin Can Bay prawns), and more.
Good to know: Dingo Creek Vineyard is currently only open on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday.
Afternoon
When the road-trip cravings start kicking in, it’s time to stock up the snack draw at Nutworks, which is located less than 200 metres down the road from The Ginger Factory. Get your tastebuds tingling with the likes of their mouthwatering salt and vinegar macadamias (grown locally, of course) and macadamia rocky road.
Evening
Dining at Spirit House, Restaurant in Yandina, Sunshine Coast
Dinner at Spirit House
End your two-day adventure on a deliciously high note at Spirit House—home to the 2023 Australian Chef of the Year, Tom Hitchcock. Surrounded by stunning tropical gardens, you’ll be in for a treat of umami Asian cuisine. Tuck into prawn toast, roast chicken sate, and green curry of beef cheeks, while saving room for an impressive dessert menu, which features everything from mango sticky rice to a Filipino leche flan. There’s a reason why Spirit House has earned itself a coveted Chef Hat award!
Fancy a longer stay? Check out our 3-day guide right here.
Sunshine Coast Sustainability Program
Want to protect our blue and green backyard? We do too. That’s why we’ve made it easier to travel green and contribute to reforestation projects as part of our program.
If you’re travelling here, estimate your carbon footprint using our handy Trip CO2 Calculator and discover ways to make your holiday here more sustainable.
You’ve also got the option to buy a tree for planting in the Cooroy Mountain Wildlife Corridor or check out our dashboard to see the positive contributions our industry and fellow visitors are making.
