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 Winery offers 'vine dining' |
Lamington National Park Road Brisbane, QLD 4275 Australia +61 7 5543 4011 |
One and a quarter hour's drive south west from central Brisbane, via Beenleigh and the picturesque Tambourine Village, you will find the historical Queensland style homestead, "Killowen" set among rows of vines neatly on parade. The vineyard has five acres of Chambourcin and Semillon vines. Tastings are a must at the Cellar Door Bar, a restaurant (vine dining!), functions and tours. There are special rates on Hughes Limousines to O'Reilly's Guest house as well. While here try a picnic with a platypus, if you are lucky! Admission is free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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See where the legend is made |
260 Orchard Road Richlands Brisbane, QLD 4077 Australia http://www.ccamatil.com |
Ever wondered how the world famous Coca Cola is made? Well, they will not let you in on the secret recipe but they will take you on a tour of the Coke factory! Tours start in the auditorium where guests view videos about the history of Coca Cola then proceed through the factory stopping at points of interest. After the factory tour, visitors return to the auditorium for question time and taste-testing. All guests must wear closed-in leather shoes or sneakers for safety reasons. Suitable for children over 10. Tours are free but bookings are essential. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Touring on the Sunshine Coast ridge |
Hastings Street (Sunshine Coast Hinterland Tours) Brisbane, QLD 4567 Australia |
A superb way to see the sights of the Noosa to Caloundra Coast, and view the magnificence of the Blackall Range. First stop is a newly built wine tasting barrel (or half barrel actually), where the Chambourcin grapevine rows will prepare you for tasting their classic Italian style wines, and local Kenilworth cheeses. Enjoy while viewing the Glass House Mountains. Continue the panorama with a seafood lunch and maybe a Queensland pineapple sundae? Be tempted by exquisite treasures at a premier gallery in Maleny, followed by an educational tour of the Flaxton Winery. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Birds and wine, wine and birds |
32 Hartley Road Brisbane, QLD 4272 Australia +61 5545 3311 |
This winery, established only in 1991, is on the plateau of Tambourine above the Gold Coast. The name is from the Aboriginal, "Tehembrin", meaning "the place of the wild lime trees", which can still be seen today. The winery's "cellar door tasting" is the popular place to be, so request a drop or two and enjoy the sparkling merlot while you achieve that mellow feeling while listening to the colourful bird life. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Photo: Ben Yarbrough  |
 Photo: Ben Yarbrough |
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Taste wine and dine overlooking Moreton Bay |
850-938 Mt. Cotton Road Brisbane, QLD 4165 Australia +61 7 3206 2999 http://www.mountcottonestate.com/ |
A perfect outing for a day's indulgence is to visit this state-of-the-art winery. You can dine on the balcony of the restaurant, savour the views to the islands of Moreton Bay, while tasting the wines. Alternatively, you can purchase a picnic basket and explore the property at your leisure. The natural beauty of the lagoons set in native bush, the kangaroos, koalas, goannas and abundant bird life make this winery a delight to visit, as well as the pleasure of tasting Queensland's finest wines. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Queensland's Beer Mecca |
Black & Paten Sts (down from Milton Rd) Brisbane, QLD 4064 Australia +61 07 3361 7597 http://www.xxxx.com.au |
If you have ever wondered what that little building on your bottle of XXXX beer looks like inside, taking the guided tour is a great way to find out. After being tempted with all of the delightful smells of the brewery, you will no doubt want to taste the final product. The selection of four beers included in the price will be music to your taste buds, and a selection of merchandise is available after the tour. Bookings are essential. Cost: Adults AUD18; Non-drinkers AUD10. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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