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Read about the award winners from brisbanetimes.com.au Queensland Good Food Guide 2012
Vittoria Coffee Restaurant of the Year
Esquire Brisbane
It was one of the city’s most anticipated openings and so far Esquire has surpassed all expectations. The absolute commitment and attention to detail by owners Cameron Murchison and Ryan Squires has to be commended. A stunning fit-out, faultless service and a thoughtful wine list set the stage for Squire’s food; utterly contemporary, subtle and focussed.
Citibank Chef of the Year
Kym Machin Urbane/The Euro
Not too many Brisbane chefs set off on their mountain bikes for early morning foraging expeditions. Machin is also a fierce champion of heritage varieties, organic and sustainable produce and even employs farmers and producers to grow to his specification. His respect for produce shines brightly on every technically adept, precision-plated dish.
Rekorderlig Cider Regional Restaurant of the Year
The Long Apron Montville
Despite the luxury country house feel, The Long Apron’s menu is totally contemporary. Using both the prodigious local produce and his classical training, Cameron Matthews creates a whimsical degustation menu that will put a smile on the face of even the most jaded diner. Five star service and stunning views complete the picture.
Riedel Glassware Best New Restaurant
Public Brisbane
Bang on trend, Public boasts a loosely constructed and quirky menu that favours congenial share plates of re-interpreted street food as well as twisted classics. The soaring space has Scandinavian sensibilities but is imbued with warmth and buckets of personality. Add a hot-shot bar team and you’ll want to linger long.
4BC Diner’s Choice Award
Brents Restaurant Toowong
The Silver Service Award
Marcus Whittington Brents Restaurant, Toowong
Dimmi Professional Excellence Award
Lizzie Loel Spring, Brisbane
Brown Brothers Wine List of the Year
Ortiga Brisbane
Regional Wine List of the Year
Sails Noosa
Champagne Louis Roederer Sommelier of The Year
Shawn Gomes Il Centro, Brisbane
brisbanetimes.com.au Sustainability Award
Swampdog South Brisbane
Dan Murphy’s BYO Restaurant of the Year
Deer Duck Bistro Milton
McLaren Vale Beer Best Bar with Food
Cabiria Petrie Terrace
Vittoria Coffee Legend Award
John McNamara Jellyfish, Brisbane
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