Central Coast Life and Style Magazine - Issue 14 Out Now
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No Socks This Year: Give Mum a Day Out She’ll Love This Mother’s Day

Mother’s Day is a chance to show the women in our lives just how much they mean to us. Whether it’s your mum, nan, partner, or someone who’s always been there for you, the Central Coast has no shortage of amazing dining options to mark the occasion. From coastal fine dining to relaxed market mornings,

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Turning of the Tide: Ocean Bar-Cantina

A Central Coast icon has changed hands, and its new owners realise they have big shoes to fill. On the main strip of Copacabana sits Ocean Bar-Cantina, a spot that’s become the pride of the area since its 2020 opening. Growing into a favourite for locals and visitors alike, the restaurant offers diners a relaxed

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Father’s Day Lunch Guide: Our Favourite Lunch Spots on the Central Coast

Father’s Day is just one week away, and it’s the perfect opportunity to appreciate all the amazing dining spots we have on the Central Coast and celebrate with a delicious lunch. We’ve put together a selection of top dining spots and unique lunch experiences that will make this Father’s Day special. From chic cafes to

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Distillery Botanica Opens New Cellar Door and Range of Experiences

Located in the beautiful Fragrant Garden at the back of Erina, globally-award winning Distillery Botanica has opened a new 144 square metre cellar door, plus expansive botanicals garden, and launched a range of experiences for visitors – including gin-distilling workshops, cocktail-making, and distillery and garden tours. Walking through the iron gates from the entry, visitors

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Bringing the Glitz and Glamour to Gosford – Introducing Cabaret at Railway Hotel

Railway Hotel Gosford is proud to announce its inaugural Cabaret Dinner and Show in collaboration with Pussy Cat Productions, set to dazzle audiences on Friday 13 September. Located in the heart of Gosford, this evening promises an unforgettable fusion of fine dining and world-class entertainment. Beginning with a three-course dinner meticulously crafted by our esteemed

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Influenced by Hayley Sing

It is no secret that the Central Coast has played second fiddle to Sydney when it comes to the region’s hospitality scene, but in recent years the Central Coast has upped the ante on the dining front. We sat down with publicist, content creator and all-round fashionable it-girl, Hayley Sing, to find out the best

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Foodies On Fire

What happens when you gather great Central Coast culinary talent and let them get creative around an open fire at the exciting new Hawkesbury River venue, Bush River Kitchen? The coming together of local chefs and food professionals gave all a chance to share the primal importance of feasting in the fresh air in a truly magical locale.

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Nice To Meat You

Saratoga Quality Meats is one of the Central Coast’s foodie crown jewels – a legacy independent butcher that cares where animals come from and how they are raised. New owner Tony Palmer chats about his conversion to the craft of butchery and his exciting plans. But the recipe for his famous sausages is a tightly held secret.

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View From The Top

A new cellar room and gourmet experience is another reason to cosy up at The Cowrie this winter, as executive chef and owner Dimitris Aronis unveils his grand vision for the popular establishment.

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Hospitality Queen

What’s next for Tara Senam, the dynamic founder of the Meraki Group and much-loved local restaurants including Motel Mezza, Pinocchio’s Wine & Pizza and The Pantry?

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Double Act

Following the success of Hotel Gosford’s relaunch in 2021, its sister pub The Lakes Hotel at The Entrance reopened recently, sporting a fresh new Coastie look and a flavour-packed menu.

Community

Holiday on the Peninsula

The Central Coast’s Peninsula District, which encompasses the suburbs of Blackwall, Booker Bay, Ettalong Beach, Patonga, Pearl Beach, Umina Beach and Woy Woy, has got to be one of the best places to spend the summer. Fast becoming the foodie hub of the Central Coast, there are lots of up-and-coming venues to check out while

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Explore the Hunter Valley: Drury Lane Estate

A few years ago, Angus and Alexandra Scott decided to buy a vineyard in the Hunter Valley. The duo from Sydney had always dreamed of starting up their own winery, so when the beautiful and well-established Hermitage Heights vineyard came up for sale, it was the perfect opportunity for them. “They say every cloud has