Category: Restaurants

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Settle in at multi-award winning, Uraidla Hotel

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Just 25 minutes from the Adelaide CBD, is the stunningly located and multi-award winning Uraidla Hotel.

This charming, character-filled venue is home to a renowned restaurant, brewery, cafe and bakery, all set amongst the stunning Piccadilly Valley in the Adelaide Hills.

The menu boasts a range of innovative and flavoursome dishes, like their eight-hour smoked najobe beef rib with ancho chilli and Uri beer brine rub. Or – if veg is more your thing, a smoked beetroot salad with candied walnuts, wild rice, nastursium, ancient leaves, beetroot chips and orange coco labne.

Paired with one of their own brews, wine or cocktail and you’ll soon find yourself settled in for the day.

A breakfast menu kicks-off their weekends, with offerings like creole clue swimmer crab scramble, with
shallot, green capsicum, red capsicum, tangy seasoning, lime wedge, herb salad and buttered sourdough toast.

The historical pub underwent major renovations, and features an inviting fire-place on entry, as well as two bar areas and a large ‘glasshouse’ dining space.

Head outside, and there’s ample space for families to disperse, as well as private nooks amongst the fauna that are as charming as the classic car couches that sit beside the deck.

Next door, is the Uraidla Brewery, Bakery and cafe, allowing visitors to taste a brew or two, and purchase freshly baked pastries and a warming hot drink.

The Uraidla Hotel is a must-visit on your next trip to the Adelaide Hills, just head there knowing that you won’t want to leave!

The Uraidla Hotel – 1196 Greenhill Road, Uraidla.

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Surrender to Hoosegow Charcoal Restaurant & Bar

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In the suburbs of St. Morris, a wonderful feast for the senses awaits – with the aroma of deep, smokey flavours, and an effervescent vibe that draws you to your seat.

Hoosegow Charcoal Restaurant & Bar resides on the busy main strip of Magill Road. But upon entering, you’re immediately transported away from the bustle, and into a cultural fusion like no other.

‘Hoosegow’ is the Latin American term for prison, with the concept of being ‘prisoners of food’ at the heart of the restaurants name.

The menu boasts bold flavours that combine the best of Latin American, Eastern and Asian cuisines.

Charred, smokey and spicy offerings like their guajillo lamb backstrap, 8-hour smoked beef brisket, chargrilled guajillo octopus and their signature chilli chicken, are just some of their hero dishes.

Paired with a refreshing cocktail from their extensive drinks list, and you have yourself a well-rounded night of dining.

And, if you have a sweet tooth, ensure you ask for the dessert menu (hot tip: go straight to the tres leches (three milk) cake!).

If you are looking for your next cultural feast, look no further. Arrive hungry, and ready to lick your fingers in greed!

Hoosegow, charcoal restaurant and bar – 419 Magill Rd, St Morris.

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Bold and beautiful: Barristers Block

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The Adelaide Hills are home to some of the most picturesque wineries and venues in South Australia, and Barristers Block is one of these must-visit spots on your next trip to Woodside.

It’s rolling vineyards play home to a range of delicious wine varieties including Tempranillo, Sauvignon Blanc, Fiano, Chardonay and Pinot Noir.

When the 2019 Cudlee Creek fires ripped through the Adelaide Hills, much of the vineyard was destroyed, having a devastating impact on an extensive amount of land and crops across the region.

The impact was felt widely across the area, and when all seemed lost, the pandemic threw yet another cruel curved ball at these already affected wineries.

Contrary to popular belief, the family behind Barristers Block aren’t lawyers (nor are they Barista’s which believe it or not is how their namesake can be mistaken!).

In fact, it was the politics behind farming in the nineties and a six-year legal battle to save their vineyard that brought about the name – a clever and distinct nod to the history of the property.

Proving their continued resilience, Barristers Block has become one of the most popular vineyards to visit, particularly amongst families.

Their vast lawns provide space for children to play, with a sandpit, games, and a farm filled with deer, chickens, geese and goats.

Choose your wine and accompany it with a delicious stone-baked pizza or charcuterie board, perfect for a lazy afternoon in the hills.

For those looking to be immersed in the full Adelaide Hills experience, the venue also offers accommodation within The Vigneron Villa.

Functions and events are also welcome, with the property hosting two separate spaces that caters for gatherings of 50 to 180 guests.

Barristers Block has become one of Woodside’s poster properties, not only for its stunning wines, food and locality, but for its resilience and demonstration of strength for its community.

A visit to this bold and beautiful winery, is an absolute must on your next trip to the Adelaide Hills.

Barristers Block: 141 Onkaparinga Valley Road, Woodside, South Australia

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Fine, French fare at Garçon Bleu

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If you’re craving that trip to Paris but just can’t get there, then look no further than the award-winning Garçon Bleu Restaurant.

Located in the heart of Adelaide’s CBD, Garçon Bleu is headed by Chef Gianni Delogu, and presents a menu of sumptuous, French-inspired dishes.

Hero items include their Filet De Boeuf with pomme fondant, celeriac and sauce Madere, and their Apple Tart Tatine with creme fraiche ice cream and caramel sauce.

This is the stuff of your Parisian dreams!

Paired with a selection from their extensive wine and drinks list, and you have yourself one very special dining experience.

Situated within the Sofitel on Currie Street, it’s fit-out and stunning interior alone will have you feeling like you’re in some sort of extravagant James Bond film!

If you’re yet to go, ensure you treat yourself to this epitome of fine dining. Oh, and hot tip – come hungry, and not prepared to share!

For the full menu, location and to book, head here.

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