Walking into Deja-Vu is like stepping into another world—one filled with antiques, charming gifts, and the inviting aroma of fresh coffee. For Elisabeth Ribeiro, the woman behind this hidden gem, it’s the realisation of a dream that began when she moved from Brazil to Australia at 20.
Arriving with little English, Elisabeth devoted 13 years to raising her children before finding her passion in business. Today, she proudly owns Deja-Vu, a gift shop café that offers more than just a place to grab a coffee.
“I wanted to give people a nice place to come sit and have a drink, whether it’s coffee, tea, or just to relax,” Elisabeth says. “Once you’re here, you feel like you’re in another country.”
Her success is in part thanks to former owner Kerri Ross, who ran the business for 21 years and offered invaluable support.
“She’s been lovely, and I can’t thank her enough for all the help she’s offered to me,” Elisabeth says.
Beyond coffee, her elegant high teas bring people together for baby showers, birthdays, or simple indulgence.
“People are always celebrating something, and I love that,” she shares.
When she’s not at Deja-Vu, Elisabeth runs Airbnbs, supports her husband’s landscaping business, and enjoys music, camping, and dining out with her family.
“You can do anything… God will give you the strength to do it,” she says—a philosophy that shines through every cup poured at Deja-Vu.
Photo credit: Alyce Holzy
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