#trEATS of course is the regional food trail that takes place throughout September as part of the Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers. Introduced in 2020, #trEATS (standing for Toowoomba Region EATS) features signature springtime dishes from cafes, restaurants and bars inspired by Toowoomba’s most famous event, all priced at $10-$20.
From an edible dessert representation of the famous Table Top Mountain by Muller Bros, to a reimagined Tiramisu featuring Persian rose fairy floss and a flower petal lollipop from Cobb & Co, to Life is Peachy waffles from Jilly’s Café, a Carnival Cocktail Salad from Kajoku, Coconut Cherry Bloom Gelato complete with edible flowers from Gelatissimo Toowoomba, and a cheesy potato bhaji and sesame fried toast with nasturtium and chilli threads from Burrow Café, the #treEATS lineup this year is a floral-inspired, flavour-filled banquet!
In 2021, 36 operators took part, with dishes covering the whole taste spectrum, from sweet to savory to spicy and all in between. This year there are 43.
“Flowers and flavour are one of the world’s great double acts and this year Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers will once again celebrate our regional flavour makers with the #trEATs program,” said Toowoomba Regional Council Environment and Community Committee Chair Cr James O’Shea. “We are famed for our incredible produce and flavours, and during the event where Toowoomba shines on the national stage, we can give locals and visitors alike a tasty food adventure for the whole month.”
