Hidden in the back streets of Fortitude Valley, just a hop, skip and a jump away from The Tivoli, is Black Pearl Epicure. The food institute offers wholesale distribution as well as some of Queensland’s most renowned cooking classes. But for foodies it may be most esteemed as a providore of a range of unique (and fantastically rich) gourmet imports. The showroom stocks a heady supply of high-quality Australian produce and delicacies from across the shores that would make a fabulously indulgent picnic spread, or could be used to craft a meal to impress your friends. Amongst shelves you’ll find items such as truffles, foie gras, couverture chocolate, rich cheeses, oils and vinegars.