By Leigh O’Connor.
Mmmm…brownies - that rich, decadent, purely hedonistic blend of cake and cookie that always has you craving more!
There are a multitude of different versions of how to make these sinfully delicious treats, but one thing they all have in common is so much chocolate they should be illegal.
Come Thursday, December 8, we can all feel guilt-less as we tuck into our favourite to celebrate National Brownie Day - here are five of our picks on where to go:
Kickstart your day like the Novocastrians do, with a specialty coffee and blondie brownie at One Penny Black on Hunter Street. Styled with rustic, industrial accents, pendent lighting and exposed brick, this honest café is softened by calming green walls and potted herbs, which flows into a dining space that lends itself best to laid-back dining.
Those looking to appease breaky hunger pangs opt for choices such as corn and roast capsicum fritters, avocado, poached egg, heirloom tomatoes, herbed feta and balsamic glaze; or a smoked ham toastie, with cheese, mustard, rocket, tomato chilli jam and sourdough.
Create your own dream warm chocolate brownie with your choice of toppings and a side of gelato at Happy Pops on Hastings Street in Noosa, Stanley Street Plaza in South Brisbane and Memorial Drive in Eumundi.
Find your happy place on Thursday at these dessert destinations by choosing a premium pop, decorated by the in-house Pastry Chef, such as Nutella cookies and cream, or brownie batter and fudge; washed down with a chocolate gelato shake.
Coffee, food and life are on the menu at Café Aga on Commercial Road in Yarram. This Gippsland café projects a rustic vibe of recycled timber, polished concrete, softly glowing Edison bulb lighting and splashes of greenery, setting the scene for leisurely dining.
Pair your brew of choice with devilishly good gluten-free chocolate brownies, or devour breakfast plates of cinnamon waffles, berry compote, vanilla ice cream, meringue kisses, mascarpone and strawberries; while a smoky BBQ pork roll, slaw and aioli satisfies the lunch crowd.
For a refined take on brunch and a cosy vibe, head to Clothesline Café on Humffray Street South in Ballarat. Celebrating people, plants, architecture and food, this lively and inviting local hangout nestles in a former modest home, with the backyard an immersive garden dining area and the front yard boasts a large deck, ideal for relaxing with family and friends.
Start your day with a crab omelette, with coconut sambal, coriander, finger lime, sprouts and sourdough toast; or house smoked ocean trout, poached egg, tomato, olive crumb, potato, broad beans and saffron aioli, before an indulgent chocolate and pistachio gluten-free brownie to finish.
Is there anything more decadent than a Cherry Ripe brownie from Mamma Lou’s on Stirling Road in Port Augusta? Delicious wholesome food made with love is on the menu at this café located at the Railway Station, which oozes rustic charm as shelves are packed with handcrafts and an interesting mix of artwork adorns the walls.
Settle in with a cappuccino for a leisurely catch-up with family and friends to chow down on pulled salsa chicken tacos, guacamole and ranch coleslaw; or a classic beef burger, cheese, tomato, lettuce, onion, burger sauce, pickles and beer-battered chips.
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