Bringing vibrant European flavours to the North Coast dining scene is The Fennel Seed. The Bellingen café offers a relaxed bistro-style environment for guests to enjoy a selection of Swiss, French and German-influenced dishes in a friendly setting with walls decorated with warm tones and beautiful rainforest paintings. With years of experience in Switzerland as well as some of Sydney and Perth’s top restaurants, Chef Renato Silvestri confidently delivers a modern menu that focusses on ethically sourced food and quality produce. Select from a wide range of fresh salads, cured meats, cheeses and heartier fare such as the German sausages served with potato salad and red cabbage. The Fennel Seed also boasts a small deli next to the bistro for those wanting to take home a small piece of Europe.