Seasons of the tropics
Part of the Wet Tropics of Queensland World Heritage Area, the Daintree climate is characterised by two distinct seasons: the dry season and the green season.
Discover MoreTropical North Queensland has an abundant crop of cafés, restaurants, bars and distilleries serving the true taste of the tropics. Whether it’s fine dining and wining, a pub-style lunch or a snack in between adventures, Silky Oaks’ local list has you covered. Discover some of the team’s top recommendations on our Restaurant Guide.
It’s essential to stay hydrated in Queensland’s balmy tropics. Happily, Silky Oaks Lodge has drinks covered. Signature drinks at sunset and matched wines with dinner are included.
In the sun-kissed heart of Sardinia, Edo Pitzalis discovered his passion for hospitality alongside the fragrant aromas of his family’s café. His culinary journey led him through northern Italy’s storied kitchens before he moved to Australia where he first worked on farms, learning about local produce. An eight-year stint in New Zealand saw Edo return to his love of cooking and rise through the ranks of the kitchen, becoming Head Chef at a renowned vineyard restaurant on the picturesque Waiheke Island. A desire to work in luxury lodges brought Edo and his partner back to Australia.
Edo’s style is vastly influenced by his Mediterranean roots but he draws inspiration from the many cuisines encountered through culinary explorations. Native Australian ingredients like wattleseed, pepperberry, finger lime and tamarind add unique flavours to his menus. Now Executive Chef at Silky Oaks Lodge, Edo crafts contemporary menus using Tropical North Queensland’s harvest, weaving in native ingredients freshly picked from the lodge’s thriving kitchen garden for a refreshing taste of the lush paradise inspiring his creations.