Brisbane locals will be well acquainted with the cannoli, cured meats and cheese from iconic New Farm Deli & Cafe, but the gourmet adventures at Merthyr Village don’t stop there. In fact, there’s a smorgasbord of eats available at this neighbourhood shopping hub, from quick bites for brekky to premium cuts of beef.
To help you stock your fridge with some of Brisbane’s freshest produce (if you manage to save any, that is), we’ve teamed up with Merthyr Village to share 6 reasons to hit up this New Farm dining destination.
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A tried and tested formula of jam-packed panini, traditional pantry staples and pastas have put this Italian institution on the map. For a slice of la dolce vita, head to New Farm Deli & Cafe and order a generous dish of pasta made just as nonna intended—followed up by a house-baked pastry and espresso, of course. The all-day Italian diner has a huge menu of authentic, well-priced dishes that have locals raving. Better yet, stock up on Italy’s best liquor, cheeses, preserves and hard-to-find spices from the deli and whip up something at home. Need inspiration? Pick up the deli and cafe's original cookbook, which features traditional recipes from owner Maria Anello.
Stock Up On Gourmet Cuts Of Meat
For all your BBQ and dinner party needs, head to premium butcher Peter Augustus. Here, you’ll find everything from lamb loin chops to Angus Tomahawk steaks, pies and pastries, and artisan condiments. The best part? This Australian-owned business sources all its beef locally—so you know you’re getting the best. If you’ve got your sights set on seafood, don’t fret. Merthyr Village will soon be home to a fresh seafood market.
Taste Test Supreme Baked Goods
Few snacks hit the spot like freshly-baked bread—and Village Bakes’ artisan sourdough is no exception. For sweet tooths, it’s all about the Nutella. Think daily baked hazelnut croissants covered in a Nutella drizzle and donuts packed with the chocolatey spread. Because Village Bakers’ love affair with chocolate runs deep, you can pair your pastry with a house-made choccy milk.
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Get Your Fresh Fruit Fix
Whether it’s to toss in your smoothie or knock-off cocktail, the produce at All About Fruit is as fresh as it gets. Juicy melons, pears, apples and mangoes are all sourced daily from Rocklea Produce Market. And because only the best will do for these guys, owners Tony and Anthony taste-test every piece of produce before they buy it. For a quick, healthy brekky, pick up a juice to take away.
Stop For A Hearty Brekky
Hip, light-filled haven Savour Cafe is a local fave for coffee and brunch. Tuck into baked French toast with roasted pear and walnuts, wholesome omelets, and breakfast burritos. Or, go big and order from their new burger bar. Cheap and cheerful—a chicken burger will set you back less than 14 bucks—they’re ideal for lunch.
Grab A Flaky Pastry To Go
Fans of Savour can also hit up owners’ Matt and Dan Jefferis’s other venture, Franc. Cafe. Pastries reign supreme at this French-meets-Australian patisserie, where hearty chicken curry pies sit alongside flaky, freshly-baked croissants. Warm up with a coffee, or cool down with authentic Italian gelato. Trust us, you won’t leave here hungry.
Merthyr Village is a one-stop-shop for fresh produce, gourmet pantry staples and low-key local dining in New Farm.
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Images: New Farm Deli Instagram and Savour Cafe