Famed cinnamon scrolls are worth the trip alone, yet there’s nothing quite like quelling post-swim hunger with a conti roll.
On any given day, a line snakes out of this suburban go-to, drawing you past the full array of goods before you reach the counter. Through the door and you’re greeted by a table laden with freshly baked loaves and rolls piled around a centrepiece basket of perfectly braided, golden fougasse. As you move through, there’s an unmistakable sense of community – nooks and fridges stocked with a curated selection of local pantry treasures. Cold-pressed olive oils, artisanal cheeses and housemade dips all beckoning an impromptu beach picnic. Cabinet displays see a rotating selection of seasonal salads, pizzas by the slice, crusty baguettes and fluffy, golden-topped focaccias, brimming with fillings. Then, the pies and sausage rolls that have earned something of a cult following.
Beachgoers may flock to the store during the day, but it’s the weeknight dinner service that brings a new dimension to the corner store’s charm, the menu offering a rotating selection of just three dishes, changing nightly. One dish though remains a constant highlight: the fluffiest gnocchi in town. When it’s on, it’s an absolute must.
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