Farmhouse Deli

Top choice in Gold Coast


While it could coast on its looks – the shabby-chic farmhouse decor is cute as a button – the deli ups the ante with seriously top-notch food. The Cubano sandwich (pulled pork, porchetta and Gruyère), tarragon-tinged chicken salad, tangy goat cheeses, cleansing juices and house-baked croissants, cakes and cookies (try the triple ginger molasses one) dazzle.

Everything is made with local, organic ingredients. Vegan and gluten-free options are plentiful.


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