There seem to be a lot of cafes and restaurants opening up in Brisbane lately that specalise in doughnuts or deep fried chicken on waffles. Don't get me wrong- I love that stuff, but eating it every day is not terribly sustainable if you want to fit into your pants next week.
Thankfully, there's another new kid on the scene that will help to keep your body on the right track- Pineapple Express Cafe.
This superfood cafe has docked at Hamilton's Portside and has offerings packed full of acai, goji berries and coconut meat/ water/ flakes.
But how good does all of this healthy food taste? Let's find out.
Thankfully, there's another new kid on the scene that will help to keep your body on the right track- Pineapple Express Cafe.
This superfood cafe has docked at Hamilton's Portside and has offerings packed full of acai, goji berries and coconut meat/ water/ flakes.
But how good does all of this healthy food taste? Let's find out.
Paleo-lovers rejoice, you are well catered for at the Pineapple Express Cafe, as are gym buffs and other health-conscious eaters trying to fit as much protein and good fats into their diet as possible. Not being that health conscious myself I am always curious as to how all of these antioxidant-rich meals taste.
After eating here, I think I would be more than happy to become a health nut.
Below we had:
Everything was just plain tasty. The nachos were some of the best I'd ever had, topped with well-seasoned beautiful quality beef mince and generous lashings of guacamole and sour cream. I loved the kale and chilli on it too for some added nutrients to what is usually a dish not known for its health benefits.
The lettuce-wrapped naked burgers were a winner as well. Despite a lack of bun, they were supremely filling thanks to all the protein we were eating. The patties themselves were again made with awesome quality meat, and the cumin in the lamb burgers was a nice touch.
Who knew healthy eating could be so satisfying?
After eating here, I think I would be more than happy to become a health nut.
Below we had:
- Organic nachos
- Naked Beef Burgers
- Naked Lamb Burgers
- Acai Anti Blast Smoothie (Acai, Blueberries, Banana, Pineapple, Coconut Oil, Coconut Water, Raspberries and Goji Berries)
Everything was just plain tasty. The nachos were some of the best I'd ever had, topped with well-seasoned beautiful quality beef mince and generous lashings of guacamole and sour cream. I loved the kale and chilli on it too for some added nutrients to what is usually a dish not known for its health benefits.
The lettuce-wrapped naked burgers were a winner as well. Despite a lack of bun, they were supremely filling thanks to all the protein we were eating. The patties themselves were again made with awesome quality meat, and the cumin in the lamb burgers was a nice touch.
Who knew healthy eating could be so satisfying?
Seeing as we were at a place that is bound to be known for its smoothies, we decided to try out a few more.
All of the smoothies we had were very, very moreish. The Acai Anti Blast felt like the perfect thing to drink in Winter to keep the colds and other random lurgies away. The peanut butter and chocolate smoothie was as decadent as it sounded, but not too heavy thanks to its dairy-free nature.
The protein pancakes were topped with mixed berries, honey, coconut yoghurt and bee pollen and were again very satisfying both taste-wise and health-wise.
We then got to 'whip it good' and make our own coco whip creations. I went for a matcha/vanilla swirl coco whip topped with strawberries, goji berries, coconut flakes, chocolate sauce and salted caramel sauce. A little bit of superfood, a little bit of super-delicious food.
- Titanic Smoothie (Passionfruit, Raspberries, Strawberries, Mango, Coconut Meat, Coconut Water)
- Peanut Butter + Chocolate Smoothie (Cacao, Organic Peanut Butter, Dates, Banana, Choc Coyo Yoghurt, Almond Milk with Raw Peanuts)
- Protein Pancakes
- Coco Whip
All of the smoothies we had were very, very moreish. The Acai Anti Blast felt like the perfect thing to drink in Winter to keep the colds and other random lurgies away. The peanut butter and chocolate smoothie was as decadent as it sounded, but not too heavy thanks to its dairy-free nature.
The protein pancakes were topped with mixed berries, honey, coconut yoghurt and bee pollen and were again very satisfying both taste-wise and health-wise.
We then got to 'whip it good' and make our own coco whip creations. I went for a matcha/vanilla swirl coco whip topped with strawberries, goji berries, coconut flakes, chocolate sauce and salted caramel sauce. A little bit of superfood, a little bit of super-delicious food.
Eating at the Pineapple Express Cafe was a tasty venture AND I actually felt good after my meal. Who knows, I may take out that gym membership yet...
Tanya dined as a guest of Pineapple Express Cafe.
Tanya dined as a guest of Pineapple Express Cafe.