Share a little taste of the paradise Nick Holloway enjoys
every day at home in Palm Cove, North Queensland at a Delectable workshop.
Nick is the chef and co- owner of Nu Nu Restaurant, The
Rising Sun Bar and Bistro and Numi Ice Cream and Pantry in the laid-back, beachside
resort of Palm Cove.
Last time I saw Nick it was a warm night at Palm Cove and he
was watching his children play in the twilight while I dined with a group at
The Rising Sun. A perfect Palm Cove night!
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| Dining at The Rising Sun, Palm Cove |
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| Delicious oysters at The Rising Sun |
Some of the unique and incredible ingredients and flavours
of Tropical North Queensland are what Nick plans to share in his ‘A little
taste of Paradise’ workshop at Regional Flavours.
Alongside Country Style Editor Victoria Carey, Nick will
cook some favourite home meals using seasonal Queensland produce, while
Victoria reflects on her favourite food experiences and tips.
Nick has grown to love Brisbane over the last eight years
while visiting his brother law lives and his best friend which has given him
the opportunity to see the city from a resident’s perspective.
His favourite Brisbane meals have been breakfast at Anouk,
dinner with a buddy at Bishamon in Spring Hill and probably, most notably,
dinner at Urbane when Ryan Squires was first there.
Nick’s suggestion for a dish to represent Brisbane? A
beautiful picnic with spanner crab, lime and avocado sandwiches, bubbles and a
blanket. The Botanical Gardens would be
as good a place as any he says.
Since its opening in 2004, Nu Nu has garnered the attention
of the national media for its exuberant food, professional service and luscious
tropical setting. Nu Nu has won numerous
awards over the years including “best breakfast” in Queensland twice, “Regional
Restaurant of the Year” nationwide and “Restaurant of the Year” for Queensland.
Nick’s menus
offer an eclectic mix of Australian food inspired by world travels and the
multicultural Australian community. His
commitment to using local, seasonal, and where possible organic produce,
ensures the freshest, healthiest and most delicious food available.
When I asked Nick what type of restaurant/café/bar/bistro he
would like to see open next in Brisbane his answer was interesting.
“One of mine,” he said. “Not sure where yet!”