For one year now, Sweet Adeline cafe has been serving some of the best coffee from a stylish renovated 1950s caravan on the bank of the Barwon River.
While Sweet Adeline owners Bart & JT have faced a myriad of challenges with the recent flooding which has devastated many households, businesses and entire towns in Victoria, the business has continued to thrive.
Nestled behind the giant trees on the bank of the Barwon River, flooding was a known possibility for the local cafe when they chose their location, though it didn’t stop them from achieving their dream. And when the floodwaters rose without warning in recent months, it was the cafe’s local community that saved their business with Sweet Adeline’s wonderful regular customers and friends braving difficult conditions, muddy feet and paws to indulge in 100% organic blend coffee, premium hot chocolate and warming Chai.
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Some locals even volunteered their time, energy and equipment to assist with clean up after flooding and sandbagging to prevent further flooding, hinting to the infectious and strong sense of community and belonging the cafe has fostered.
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Now the cafe is celebrating its first anniversary, having transformed an empty parking lot into a welcoming oasis complete with a kiddie play area, a lush edible garden and a glamping tent for comfortable shelter.
On this milestone, Bart and JT are wanting to acknowledge all of their regular, two and four-legged customers who have become friends and welcome everyone who enjoys superb hand-crafted beverages and delicious food in a somewhat unique setup to venture to Sweet Adeline Cafe.
Welcoming the summer heat with Puppy Pool Parties and refreshing drinks, you can’t go wrong these summer holidays by heading down for delicious food and low-key fun right on the river. The cafe also provides picnic mats, free for families who want to enjoy their food and drinks on the river bank. Whilst there, don’t forget to say hello to their new fur baby, Peach. Recently adopted from New Castle Dog Rescue, this new addition to their river family will melt your heart.
More than a cafe, Sweet Adeline is located at 1/560 LaTrobe Boulevard, Newtown.
