You knead to visit the new Bread Social.
You knead to visit the new Bread Social.
Picture this. It’s 3.30am on a rainy Saturday. When you’re suddenly awoken from your blissful dreams (the one where you’re flying) to the incessant screeching of your alarm, and beyond the depths of your doona is cold and dark. Buuuut, if you get up now, you can begin the 3 hour ordeal that is shaping, proofing and baking a loaf of fresh sourdough and *hopefully* be eating something that resembles bread sometime not too long after brunch…
Okay, so we think we’ve made our point, because who actually wants to be doing that? #hardpass #immastayinbed No, we’re going to do what the everybody else does, leave it to the pros and pick one up on our morning coffee pilgrimage at a respectable hour.
And if you’re based on the Southern end of the GC, specifically Currumbin, spreads at the ready because you butter believe your new dough-to is finally here. Baked good enthusiasts and those in the dough will probably already be well acquainted with the name Bread Social, and now the crew is making like an overgrown sourdough starter and spreading their (white) wings across the border. Because the brand new Bread Social takeaway kiosk has officially crumb to the GC, and they’re slinging all the good stuff: coffee, cakes, bread, sambos and – the only time we actually want flaky in our lives: golden, buttery pastries! #nom.
We’ve watched the Bread Social crew rise in popularity among carb-lovers ever since their humble debut at a little place called The Farm back in 2015 as an artisan Bakery with a passion for seasonal, local, organic produce and ingredients #thatsjusthowtheyroll. The mastermind trio behind the bread, directors Sam Saulwick, Tom Scott, Paul Giddings have stretched Bread Social strength to strength ever since, collecting new suppliers and locations along the way with #operationbakeover now officially commencing here on the Coast.
The remainder of the brand new 1200 square metre industrial-style HQ is slated to open later this year will house Bread Social’s new production facility, café and educational space along with our fave new takeaway kiosk of course.
And if your ears immediately lit up at the word café, and your brow quizzically furrowed at the phrase ‘educational space’, same. What we can confirm is that, while no, it’s not it’s not some kind of culinary institute (yet), the plan is to host bread and pastry classes for anybody and everybready willing to roll their sleeves up and learn a thing or two from the pros. The trio are excited to create a space that showcases their talents and involves the customer in all aspects of sourdough bread and pastry production – and the feeling is mutual.
Til then, stage one, aka our fave new takeaway kiosk is all-systems go, with the sunshine-y crew popping the window six days a week and reminding us yet again that good things really do come in small hole-in-the-wall sized packages. Just follow the yellow brick tiled wall and you’ll be greeted with all the to-go faves, and of course the wall of infamous loaves stacked up just begging to be taken home for the jar treatment – but the question is will it be PB, or jam?
And we don’t know about the rest of the GC, but we think we will manage cruuust fine with some too-frequent frolicking by the Bread Social kiosk for our daily bake-away fix, with hot coffee and all the Bread Social cult fave treats (heyyy, porto tart) on repeat.
Where: 2 Queensbury Avenue, Currumbin Waters
When: 6am – 2pm Monday to Saturday
Words by Kellie Leader.
Images by Brittany Kreskas.
Indulging in the gooey, nutty godsend that is Nutella is a guilty pleasure that knows no bounds. Fortunately for Gold Coasters, there’s no shortage of spots across our sunny shores offering tantalising Nutella treats to satisfy those sweet cravings.
There’s no denying the joy it brings to enthusiasts, so here are 10 spots offering delectable Nutella creations (listed North to South).
D Point 10 – Nutella Doughnut
The Nutella Doughnuts (filled with lashings of the good stuff) are some the very best things in the entire world and you (and should) can eat them by the dozen at D Point 10. So soft, so fluffy, so great.
Where: 201 Varsity Parade, Varsity Lakes
Rosé Gelateria
In addition to serving up delicious gelato this pastel-infused beauty is a veritable fountain (literally) of nutella goodness. They have Nutella Cheesecake Dessert Jars, Nutella stuffed Cinnamon Cruffins, Nutella Shakes and the pièce de résistance, Nutella on tap! You are guaranteed to walk out of here in a sugar coma.
Where: Sanctuary Cove, Shop/39A Masthead Way, Hope Island and Shop 6/19-21 Tedder Ave, Main Beach.
Cheeky Waffles
The naughtiest kid on the block, Cheeky Waffles offer a nutella “love injection” into their genitalia-themed desserts. Perfect for those who like their waffles extra saucy!
Where: 3189 Surfers Paradise Boulevard, Surfers Paradise
Paradox Coffee Roasters – Iced Nuttellate
So it’s an Iced Latte but with Nutella which, as far as we’re concerned, makes it one of the best things in the world. Need we say more.
Where: The 4217, 7/10 Beach Road, Surfers Paradise
Elk Espresso – Nutella Thick Shake
Elk Espresso are famous for their insane Nutella Thick Shake, which is one of the most delicious things you’ll ever taste. Maybe order two.
Where: Shop G044, Oasis Shopping Centre, 12 Victoria Ave, Broadbeach
Joe’s Deli – Two Tone Hollywood cheesecake
This traditional Italian style deli is known for its killer sandwiches, but its sweets are equally spesh. Next time you’re shopping up a storm at Pac Fair refuel with a slice of Joe’s Famous Two Tone Hollywood cheesecake. This is a true crowd-pleaser, served with a decadent drizzle of liquid Nutella and a perfectly torched marshmallow brulee topping.
Where: Pacific Fair Shopping Centre, Hooker Boulevard, Broadbeach
Bam Bam Bakehouse – Nutella Cronuts
Bam Bam’s Nutella Cronuts are the best way to start every day. The nutty spread is wrapped up in a soft buttery and sugar-coated flaky croissant dough and honestly who even needs an explanation, just go eat some.
Where: 2519 Gold Coast Highway, Mermaid Beach
Paddock Bakery – Nutella Bots & Coco Pops Milkshake
Paddock is the queen of OTT sweet treats but we just can’t go past their sweet little Nutella Bots. Lashings of Nutella inside their soft sourdhou cinnamon doughnuts. Bite-size and so very excellent. If you prefer your Nutella in liquid form order a Coco Pops Milkshake and thank us later. Coco Pop flavoured milk finished with Nutella & fresh Coco Pops – crack it & let the fun begin!
Where: Hibiscus Haven, Miami
Ze Pickle – Oreogazm
Deep fried Oreos in doughnut batter with ice cream and Nutella drizzled on top. The dream.
Where: 1/37 Connor Street, Burleigh Heads
Custard Canteen – Double Choc Brownie Cookie
Chunks of epic choc brownie, Lindt milk and dark chocolates, topped with Nutella. Is it hyperbole to call a cookie life-changing?
Where: 1525 Gold Coast Hwy, Tallebudgera Creek
Words by Belinda Symons
Any time a luxe new cafe opens its doors to the GC, we feel giddier than a kid on Christmas morning, because checking out a brand new coffee hangout kind of feels like the adult version of tearing open a big ol’ present waiting for us under the proverbial tree #ohyoushouldn’thave. What might be better yet though, is when a much-loved name in the biz goes all out and shouts themselves some swanky new digs, because we know no matter how cute it might look on the outside, a great cup of Joe is guaranteed.
Even if you’ve yet to frequent their Burleigh coffee bar, chances are you’ve already sampled their wares as Social Espresso Coffee Roasters have been hooking up our local cafe scene with the goods aka their locally roasted beans for over 7 years now. And in our eyes, that makes owners Mitch and Hayley a kind of unofficial GC royalty, because anyone who keeps the caffeine a flowin’ to our fave haunts is a friend indeed.
From Byron Bay to Brisvegas and beyond, their supplier list reads more like a who’s who of the GC cafe scene – Jeffersons, Fuel Bakehouse, Cheese Me Baby, Sweet Bambino, The Hunted, Zinc and more (we’re refraining from throwing the world ‘royalty’ around again for a second time, but what can we say – all hail the makers of the eggs benny and double shot oat cap). After building up quite the cult following, unsurprisingly Social Espresso soon outgrew their humble flagship premises, and when it came time to build a bigger and better HQ, we’re happy to report they’ve well and truly #nailedit
Social Espresso 2.0 was a dream team collaboration, with Amanda Jarvis Designs coming together with Meka Build to bring Mitch and Hayley’s vision to life. Their love of the Burleigh Heads industrial precinct and its resulting mix of customers meant they wanted to keep their new look HQ in the same area – or literally just down the road, as it turns out. Its fresh, wabi-sabi inspired interior with an industrial edge (without an ounce of grunge in sight) has resulted in a v. grown-up new fit out that exudes cool by the bucket load, but still makes you feel welcome to saunter by in your activewear and hi-vis. There’s loads of lush texture, curves in all the right places plus a dedicated space to display some goodies from local retailers – go on, you know you want to #treatyoself
Now that we know the vibe is on point, it’s time to get down to the part all you coffee aficionados have bean waiting for – ‘coz of course the menu has had a glow up to match it’s piping hot new lewk. And speaking of glowing – even if you’re not of the coffee inclination, there’s a smashing line up of cold pressed juices and smoothies to quench your thirst – like the Berry Glow with Acai, blueberry, raspberry, banana, coconut water & collagen. If you’re feeling a little more peckish, a BLAC Bagel or the holy grail of brunch, a Bacon & Egg Roll will defs hit the spot. And finally, who could forget the real star of the show: because there’s a whole latte to love with their 3 signature coffee blends, rotation of weekly single origins, or you can even opt to cool down with a Two Amigo’s Cold Brew #decisionsdecisions
For the self admitted social butterflies and bean masters behind Social Espresso, they couldn’t be more stoked to have created such a luxe and inviting new coffee haunt after years spent fostering so many friendships, partnerships and connections within their beloved GC community. But just quietly, we’re pretty sure pleasure is all ours.
Where: 1/9-11 Fremantle Street, Burleigh
When: Monday – Friday 5.30am – 1pm
Words by Kellie Leader.
Images by Britt Kreskas.
