Australian Traveller – August 2019

Make it

MAITLAND

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CULINARY HOTSPOTSandLOCALARTISANS

spring up across theregion,discoversSALLYSCOTT.

OFTEN OVERLOOKED for its more famous neighbours,Maitland
packs a punch for a short-break getaway. Located justtwohoursfrom
Sydney, this charming region has a rich cultural history,emerging
food scene and thriving arts community. Most of theactioncanbe
found in Maitland’s High Street and the redevelopedshopping
precinct The Levee, on the banks of the mighty HunterRiver.
Here you’ll find an eclectic mix of local creatives, antiquestores
and cafes serving superb local brews.
Make sure you stop into nearby Morpeth while you’rethere.Once
one of the busiest river ports in New South Wales, andthegatewayto
the Hunter, this quaint historic village showcases thebestofthe
region’s local artisans, cafes and boutique accommodation.

COQUUN
A new addition to the city’s dining scene
is the impressive COQUUN, located on
the banks of the Hunter River. Named
after the Hunter’s original moniker, it
roughly translates to ‘fresh water’ in its
traditional owners’ language. Respectful
tributes to the Wonnarua people are
peppered throughout the menu with
terms such as ‘karay’ (meaning
‘kangaroo’) and native ingredients
adding some local flavour. Visit this
refined bistro for a true taste of
the local area. coquun.com.au

MRAG

THE MAITLAND REGIONAL

ART GALLERY IS A SERIES OF

EXHIBITION, RETAIL AND

CAFE SPACES DEDICATED TO

MAKING ARTS AND CULTURE

ACCESSIBLE TO LOCALS AND

VISITORS. COME FOR THE ART

AND STAY FOR THE FOOD AT

POPULAR SERAPHINE CAFE.

MRAG ALSO HOSTS THE

ACCLAIMED OLIVE TREE ART

AND DESIGN MARKETS

SEASONALLY, SHOWCASING

THE REGION’S MOST

TALENTED ARTISANS.

MRAG.ORG.AU

In partnership with Destination NSW

PHOTOGRAPHY:

TRISH

EVANS

(THE

CUNNING

CULINARIAN)