Picnic food

Home to Toowoomba’s largest selection of cheese, Deli Delicious is a one-stop shop for picnicking supplies. As well as a huge selection of deli meats, their salad bar is full of freshly prepared quiches, savoury tarts, croissants and salads. They are also able to prepare a platter for you, but ensure you call ahead to order. And while you’re here, it would be a shame not to pick up a few bottles of locally made vinegars, oils or sauces as well.

Address: 125 Herries Street, Toowoomba
Website: www.delidelicious.com.au
Phone: (07) 4639 2817
Instagram: @delidelicious_gourmet_market

Home to famous donuts and cronuts, Pizza & Pie Co also makes delicious savoury pies and sandwiches. Everything is prepped ready to takeaway and the variety is always a treat. You can also collect takeaway coffees while you’re there to ensure you have one very delicious picnic spread.

Address: 195-197 Margaret Street, Toowoomba
Website: www.pizzapieco.com.au
Phone: (07) 4638 5484
Instagram: @pizzapieco

Tucked into the back of this café is the most chic deli you’ve ever seen. Run by foodies with a strong background in catering – including cooking for the Prime Minister! – the food-to-go is nestled in among antiques and loaves of freshly baked bread. The deli area is stocked with gourmet salads, olives, dips, sourdough breads, freshly baked cakes, cured meats and old-fashioned treats.

Address: 95 Mary Street, Toowoomba
Website: www.james-street-grocer.com
Phone: (07) 4637 9985
Instagram: @james-street-grocer

This much-loved café has a range of fresh grab and go options, including croissants, muffins, wraps and slices – but their secret is the picnic boxes they prepare on request. Full of house made snacks, fresh fruit and gourmet sandwiches, it’s perfect for taking to the park. Just make sure you phone ahead, as they are very busy on the weekends!

Address: 4/6 Ann Street, Toowoomba
Website: facebook.com/milkandhoneyespressobar
Phone: (07) 4659 8896
Instagram: @milkandhoneyespressobar

Sweet tooths, listen up! ParisiAnn is a haven of all things sugar, chocolate and pastry. Owned and operated by husband and wife team Mark and Annie, the menu is ever-changing as Mark experiments with local ingredients and international trends. Depending on the day you visit, you might find individual gluten-free blueberry cheesecakes, a traditional apple pie using Stanthorpe apples, or delicious pastel macaroons.

Address: 87 West Street
Website: parisiann.com
Instagram: @parisiann_patisserie

This food market offers a full range of vegan, gluten-free and organic produce. It’s been a community hub for over 20 years and offers an astounding array of products. Stock up on some paleo bread, bottles of kombucha or homemade sweet treats. Make sure you stop and admire the mural painted by Toowoomba locals Bronte Naylor and Ian MacCallum while you’re there.

Address: 4 Neil Street, Toowoomba
Website: facebook.com/Organic-Food-Market

Phone: 0434 763 659