Melbourne Cup Day Persuasive Speech

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Gold Coast Melbourne Cup Guide

The Gold Coast may never sleep, but even our vibrant city enjoys a collective rest to focus on the race that stops the nation. The Melbourne Cup is more than just a horserace, it’s about the spectacle, the glamour, and the companionship (even when that companion is your slightly too tipsy workmate, cheering for the horse she bet against). Of course, you don’t have to be in Melbourne to appreciate the Cup; it’s a national phenomenon, to be run vicariously wherever you find yourself (don’t be scared, the exercise will do you good. Who knows, you might even win!). So, here’s your guide to the Four Fs of Gold Coast Melbourne Cup Day:
Facilities
To experience the Melbourne Cup, first, you need somewhere to watch …show more content…

Exuding a relaxed, laidback charm, the venue houses a creative blend of food (Nutella and strawberry toasties. Enough said), coffee, alcohol. Best of all, you can enjoy your meal in a peacock chair. Sounds like a winner!

4. Balboa Italian
Expected later this month, the soon-to-be newcomer arrives from the culinary crew responsible for Avvia Cafe & Restaurant in Palm Beach. This time, their venture will be nestled on the Gold Coast Highway, serving homemade Italian classics (pasta and wood-fired pizza, anyone?), along with a stunning international wine list. Start boning up on your Italian, it’s not long until this inevitable hit opens.
5. Fish Lab by William Wu
Opening in late-October, Fish Lab by William Wu is an authentic seafood concept restaurant (although, it’s not underwater, so is it really that authentic?). Set to be one of the flagships venues of Robina’s new food precinct, Fish Lab will offer a variety of locally caught, cured, and cooked sea creatures for your dining pleasure. The twist? The restaurant will have a smoke room and an air-drying room. It’ll all be out in the open! Tip: admire the fish all you want, just don’t start a staring contest. Trust me, you can’t

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