The Gascoyne Foodie Road Trip Continues
- ideas745
- Aug 18
- 2 min read
There’s no better way to explore the Gascoyne than through its flavours — each stop along the Taste of the Gascoyne Food Trail offers a story of the region, told deliciously on the plate. This week, we continued our journey through Carnarvon and Exmouth, indulging in dishes that showcase the incredible diversity of local produce and the creativity of chefs who call this region home.
We began our morning with a hearty local breakfast at 6701 Waterfront Café. Perfectly poached Carnarvon eggs and creamy avocado on sourdough set the tone for the day — simple, fresh, and full of flavour. With sweeping views of the fascine and the water, it’s a spot that makes you slow down and savour every bite.
From breakfast to bold Asian flavours, Miss Fang’s delivered with their signature “special fried rice.” This isn’t your ordinary fried rice — it’s smoky, fragrant, and packed with the kind of depth that makes you want to book a return trip just for another bowl.
Hailing from Michelin-starred kitchens in Italy, Valeria has brought a slice of Europe to Carnarvon. Her handmade gnocchi with ratatouille sauce was out of this world — pillowy, delicate, and brimming with the heart of true Italian cooking. Dining here feels like being welcomed into Valeria’s home, where passion and authenticity shine through every dish.
At Wooramel River Retreat, the goat burger stole the show. Sourced from Mundilya Homestead, where goats roam freely on an organic diet, these burgers were juicy, tender, and rich with outback flavour. A perfect example of paddock-to-plate dining in the Gascoyne.
Kangaroo nachos may sound unconventional, but at Jardilunji Mia Café they are a revelation. Crispy corn chips layered with spiced kangaroo mince, cheese, and fresh salsa created a dish that was hearty, playful, and uniquely Australian.
In Coral Bay, we discovered the fresh-caught Exmouth Goldband Snapper at Bill’s Bar. Pan-seared and finished with a sumac and quinoa crust, it’s served alongside broccolini, grape tomatoes, Kalamata olives, roasted baby carrots, crispy leeks, and a silky dill and cauliflower purée. Light, bright, and unforgettable.
We finished the week with a feast at Adrift Café in Exmouth, where local seafood was certainly the star. Exmouth tiger prawns and Shark Bay clams were paired with saffron emulsion, saltbush, and lemon — all served alongside crusty house-baked bread. A plate that sang with coastal freshness and innovation.
The Taste of the Gascoyne Food Trail runs until 31 August, so there’s still plenty of time to explore, indulge, and discover your favourite dishes.
Don’t forget — by voting for your top eatery, you’ll go in the running to win incredible prizes, including a dream foodie experience at the 2026 Gascoyne Food Festival, with accommodation and signature event access included.
Scan the QR code at participating venues to cast your vote, or click below if you’ve already dined. The more you eat, the more chances you have to win!
Stay tuned as we continue our Foodie Road Trip to Shark Bay this week — there are plenty more flavours of the Gascoyne waiting to be shared.
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