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18/10/2026

🍕 A little slice of Italy in Kairi! 🇮🇹

Who would have thought you’d find a pizza food truck permanently parked in the little town of Kairi?

Meet The Rustic Roman 🍕🚚

Located at the Kairi Store, this is one of those little foodie stops worth adding to your next Tablelands drive.

Whether you’re a local or exploring the Atherton Tablelands, it’s always great discovering places like this tucked away in our small country towns.

📍 The Rustic Roman – Kairi Store, Kairi

🚗 Drive a little. Taste a lot.

11/05/2026

Congratulations to team The Savannahlander

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28/04/2026

We love Chillagoe Cabins but bucket list item is definitely the The Savannahlander

14/04/2026

This past weekend we attended Harvest on the Hill at Little Eden , which was part of the Tropical North Queensland Taste the Tropics promotion which is happening right across the region this month.

Good food, beautiful setting, and that laid-back Tablelands vibe we love 💛

Events like this are exactly why we say… get out and explore your own backyard.

07/04/2026

Easy to plan. Even better to experience.

31/03/2026

✨ Feast of the Beast – Little Eden Yungaburra ✨

Oh wow… what a night!

We headed out to the beautiful village of Yungaburra for Feast of the Beast on Saturday night, hosted by Roberta and the incredible team at Little Eden — and it did not disappoint.

Jimmy from Yungaburra Butchery showcased his grass-fed beef and free-range pork throughout the menu and Matt from Billycart Brewing Co. had a range of beers on offer to try.

This is paddock-to-plate at its finest 🙌
Celebrating local producers, incredible flavours, and the people behind the food we love so much here on the Tablelands.

From the atmosphere to the food (and everything in between), it was one of those events that just reminds you how lucky we are to live where we do ❤️

If you haven’t been before, pop it on your list for next time they host this event — this is a must-do experience!

Also keep an eye out for other events hosted over the year by little Eden - they often sell out fast!

🎥 Take a look at just a little snippet of the night

30/03/2026

Take yourself out to Chillagoe and stay at Chillagoe Cabins these school holidays

🚨 Hayley’s 30… and she’s making it everyone’s problem 🚨

To celebrate, we’re giving you 30% OFF your second night when you stay 2 nights between April 1–12 🍻🎉

With fuel prices doing their thing… no need to travel far — Chillagoe’s got you covered 😉

🎂 Promo code: HAYLEY30

📲 Book direct: www.chillagoe.com
📞 4094 7206 | 0428 520 503

Be quick — unlike Hayley’s age, this deal won’t stick around 😏

22/03/2026

Oh boy… do I have another hidden gem for you ✨

If you’re in Mareeba and driving past The Big Hat QLD, make sure you pull in — trust me on this one.

You’d be forgiven for thinking this unassuming little building is just somewhere to buy hats… and yes, you can — but step inside and you’ll discover so much more. It’s a beautiful little oasis filled with stunning clothing, thoughtful gifts, lush nursery greens and now, a lovely café tucked right amongst it all.

We kept it simple with pastries this visit (and they were spot on), but the waffle menu looked absolutely divine and is already on our list for next time.

One of those places you stumble across and instantly want to linger a little longer 🌿