It's simply cannot be denied that the Sunshine Coast in Queensland, Australia is a magnificent holiday destination for people of all ages. In fact, there's an abundance of things to do, apart from visiting one of the many attractions, and apart from lounging on the spectacular white sandy beaches. When you're not out and about, you can of course immerse yourself in the wonderful culinary experience which the Sunshine Coast to offer.

One of the first things you'll notice when eating on the Sunshine Coast, is that the food is always 100% fresh, and prepared to the highest standards, not to mention that some of the local fare is simply mouth-wateringly delicious. Another quality which so many tourists find appealing, is that local dishes can be sampled at many fine establishments, many of which are within walking distance from your Sunshine Coast accommodation.

Families who would like to combine a fun day out with a tasty eating experience will find strawberry picking to be a delightful day out, where they can get to taste some of the finest local fruit. Simply gather up your tray and begin filling it with the biggest, juiciest, and sweetest fruit you can lay in your hands on. You can be rest assured that strawberry picking can provide you and your family with hours of delicious fun and plenty of tasty Sunshine Coast strawberries. Of particular interest to holiday makers, is the Palmview Strawberry Fields, in that it has its own visitor centre, gift shop, café and a playground where the kids can burn themselves out.

If picking strawberries isn't exactly your cup of tea then you may find you'll enjoy a day out at Yandina's Ginger factory, where you'll get to learn everything there is to know regarding ginger. Visitors also get to enjoy a lovely historical train ride at the factory, and this together with the available tours, makes a visit to the ginger factory an event not to be missed. Of course, don't make a mistake you'll live to regret by forgetting to buy some ginger flavored delights while you're there.

If you're a true ginger fanatic and you'd like to be more involved, you could even try a class at the Buderim Ginger Cooking School which is situated at the actual factory. There's no need to be concerned whether or not you can cook, because irrespective of whether you're a beginner, or whether you're a master chef, the school offers various classes.

Of course not everybody wants to learn how to cook food, and some may prefer simply eating it instead. If you fall into this category then be sure that you try Beefy's meat pies. These have won several gold medals, and not without reason either. In fact, you'd be surprised at just how famous they have become. If you really want to sample their best, then make sure you try the Chunky Steak Pie because it's considered to be one of the top ten pies in Australia. With so many people enjoying their pies, Beefy's are so confident that you'll love yours, they even guarantee it. In fact, if you don't like your pie they'll give you a refund and another pie.

Eating on the Sunshine Coast doesn't mean you only need to eat local fruit, vegetables, and meat; but instead, you should also head over to Cocoa Chocolat in Eumundi. This is one chocolate factory which will have you wondering around in a daydream as you soak up the wonderful aromas. To tempt you even further, the gift shop is separated from the actual factory by glass windows so that you can see exactly how the treats are being made. Of course, before you start heading back to your Sunshine Coast accommodation, don't forget to stock up with enough treats. After having satisfied your taste buds with so much wonderful food, you can be rest assured you're going to have a good night's sleep.

The local food which is in such abundance on the Sunshine Coast bears testimony to the quality of Southern Australia's produce, and this is why eating in this region can be such a memorable experience. A visit to Mooloolaba will also ensure that you get to feast on some of the finest seafood you can imagine. Whatever your taste, you can be rest assured that you'll find so much to enjoy when you're on the Sunny Coast.