New vegan eatery SeraBar Burleigh Heads feeds the masses

FOR followers of the plant-based brotherhood, too much is never enough, and now there’s a brand new spot on the Gold Coast that’s definitely in with a shot at pleasing everyone.

New Burleigh Heads vegetarian eatery SeraBar offers some food that’s almost too good to eat. Picture Glenn Hampson

FOR followers of the plant-based brotherhood, too much is never enough, and now there’s a brand new Gold Coast spot that’s definitely in with a shot at pleasing everyone

Moving to Australia has been a fresh start for the Wright family in more ways than one.

Inspired by their new-found healthy lifestyle, they opened Burleigh’s newest vegetarian superfood cafe, SeraBar.

“We’re originally from England, but my husband had a long career in the military so we moved around a lot,” mum of the clan Claire says.

Some of the food on offer at SeraBar Burleigh Heads. Picture Glenn Hampson

“We decided to move to Australia for a more balanced life and we got that plus so much more.

“Our eating habits also changed. Our daughter Amba makes vegan food and developed a knowledge of plant bases and raw food.

“In the UK it’s completely different; I think it’s because over here there’s such a strong outdoor lifestyle and food and lifestyle go hand-in-hand.”

Family is the guiding factor at SeraBar.

It’s a family affair at SeraBar — back row is Carina Wright, Dean Wright, and Claire Wright and Amba Wright in front. Picture Glenn Hampson.

“My daughter was the inspiration for the cafe. She’s only 18, but she was kind of in charge of cafes and bars in the past,” Claire says.

“Like a lot of military families, we’ve lived away from family and friends for so long that now everything we do is all about family.”

The smoothies come with flowers. Picture Glenn Hampson

Claire says the menu revolves around healthy, wholesome plant-based portions.

“You don’t even have to be vegetarian — it’s just yummy, guilt-free food that people, no matter their dietary leanings, really enjoy,” she says.

“And you don’t have to miss out on things either. I had a real sweet tooth before, but there are plenty of slices and bites that are better for you that satisfy that.”

Some of SeraBar’s food is almost too pretty to eat. Picture Glenn Hampson

The menu changes regularly, with weekly specials the result of constant experimentation and delicious discoveries.

At the moment there’s a bevy of smoothie bowls, breakfast, lunch, dinner, dessert and drinks options, all either vegetarian or vegan.

Breakfast bites include vanilla bean porridge, the crunchy peanut smash and crowd favourites avo smash, vegan benny and their own super duper big brekkie with tofu bacon.

Lunch and dinner will satisfy hearty appetites, packed with classic nosh sans the meat — burgers, nachos, loaded fries, tacos and pizzas, to name a few — but also lighter ideas such as couscous with tofu skewers and lentil salad.

If you’re dedicated to tracking down the best smoothie bowl on the Coast, there are five candidates for you to put to the test, ranging from original acai to choc shock.

Mum Claire Wright with daughter and vegan guru Amba at their new Burleigh eatery SeraBar. Picture Glenn Hampson

Claire says crafting a menu for every meal of the day wasn’t difficult for them because they’re simply preaching what they practice.

“We’ve been experimenting for some time and we know what we like,” she says.

“It’s all yummy, all good, and all homemade wherever we can.

“We’re looking to not only feed people great food, but inspire a generation.”

LOCATION: SeraBar Burleigh, Shop 2, 2-14 The Esplanade, Burleigh Heads