Casual Dining
West Village unveils its lush foliage-laden food haven The Garden Pantry

West Village unveils its lush foliage-laden food haven The Garden Pantry

By James Frostick 22 Oct 2018

Following successful foodie pop-up activations at The Laneway earlier in the year, anticipated lifestyle development West Village unveiled its latest stage over the weekend – a lush green space and a casual-dining hub featuring some of Brisbane’s most popular names. The Garden Pantry sits on the fringe of West Village’s leafy communal area and is dishing up a vibrant mixture of cuisines from fresh and colourful Hawaiian to hearty Italian fare and tantalising Asian-inspired eats. more

Bars
Froth on Brewski's new drink-in bottle shop My Beer Dealer
Food & Drink

Froth on Brewski’s new drink-in bottle shop My Beer Dealer

19 Oct 2018

Matt Emmerson and Antoinette Pollock of famed craft-beer boozer Brewski have been hard at work over the past few months giving their beloved Caxton Street hideaway a new lease on life. After expanding its seating and function capabilities, the duo have today delivered on their promise of a drink-in bottle shop offering an overwhelming selection of the world’s best brews. My Beer Dealer is the apotheosis of Matt and Antoinette’s vision for Brewski – an oasis of boozy delights curated by the minds of those that live and breathe craft beer. more

Bars
Sip within the sophisticated surrounds of The Calile's Lobby Bar
Food & Drink

Sip within the sophisticated surrounds of The Calile’s Lobby Bar

18 Oct 2018

The buzz surrounding The Calile’s eagerly awaited opening on James Street continues unabated, with all eyes (and tastebuds) now angled towards the urban resort’s food and drink offerings. The Calile’s Lobby Bar quietly opened to the public ahead of the venue’s official launch last week, wowing first arrivals with its modern light-filled space, elegant pink-marble bar and menu of artisanal eats and drinks. The best thing about The Calile’s Lobby Bar is you don’t need to be a guest to enjoy it, but frankly we’ll take any reason to book a stay. more

Community
What's on in Brisbane this weekend
Event News

What’s on in Brisbane this weekend

18 Oct 2018

Friends, we are barrelling towards the end of the year at a seriously cracking pace. Now more than ever it is important that we make the most of our precious weekends before our calendars fill up with festive commitments! From gin festivals to Middle Earth dinner dances, we’ve found the best things happening in Brisbane on the October 18–21 weekend. more

We’re about to launch our biggest giveaway ever … again!

We’re about to launch our biggest giveaway ever … again!

Ready for a little black magic? We've been brewing up something special just for you ... think spooktacular treats, ghoulish tricks and a heck of a hunt! We know how much you love it, so we're launching our biggest giveaway ever ... again! That's right witches, our annual Trick or Treat scavenger hunt is back, and this year there are some seriously wicked treats coming your way! more

Exhibitions
Beyond the Dress Code – this exhibition explores the deeper meanings of fashion
Event News

Beyond the Dress Code – this exhibition explores the deeper meanings of fashion

18 Oct 2018

Whether you regularly dress to impress or are a devotee to the same core items of a capsule wardrobe, there is no denying that what you choose to wear has a great impact on how you are perceived. Like it or not, most of us carry biases (unconscious or otherwise) towards all kinds of items – from fur coats to hi-vis vests, clothing has the ability to instantly signify someone’s style, status or intentions. Coming to the Museum of Brisbane from November 3, Dress Code is an exhibition that draws upon the collective talents of five artists to explore the intrinsic links between fashion, identity and culture – and you’d best believe we have a lot to learn. more

Beauty
The Weekend Series: treat yo' self to some pampering at these luxe roadtrip worthy day spas
Gentlefolk

The Weekend Series: treat yo’ self to some pampering at these luxe roadtrip worthy day spas

18 Oct 2018

If the weeks and months of the year to date have taken their toll on your soul and your skin, there’s nothing to do but recuperate and replenish. Trust us, self-care is an essential practice, which means a visit to a day spa is almost akin to visiting the doctor. While there are plenty of top-notch pampering spots in close proximity to our homes, we’re in love with the idea of abandoning the city in favour of a day spa that’s beyond the reaches of the city. Clear your schedule – this weekend is all about massages, facials, treatments, soaks, exfoliations and, most importantly, you. more

Food
Sample your way around our country’s finest culinary creations at the Good Food & Wine Show
Event News

Sample your way around our country’s finest culinary creations at the Good Food & Wine Show

18 Oct 2018

Let’s be honest – tasting something delicious for the first time is up there with one of life’s greatest pleasures. The thrill of finding flavours that really resonate with you is pretty much unparalleled, which is what makes the Good Food & Wine Show the equivalent of Christmas morning for adults. Returning to the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre from October 26–28, this culinary who’s who brings together a travelling road show of some of the best producers around the country for the pleasure of your tastebuds (and curiosity). more

Casual Dining
Grab a slice at Welcome to Bowen Hills’ new permanent fixture Harry’s Pizza
Food & Drink

Grab a slice at Welcome to Bowen Hills’ new permanent fixture Harry’s Pizza

18 Oct 2018

Although Welcome to Bowen Hills is known for hosting a rotating cast of Brisbane’s best food trucks and pop-up vendors, fans of a classic margherita pizza or freshly baked garlic bread will froth on the news that, as of today, the precinct boasts a handy pizzeria of its own. Harry’s Pizza is now open, swingin’ hot slices of pizza pie on the fly and right into our hot little hands. more

Theatre
La Boite unleashes old favourites and new classics for its explosive 2019 season
Event News

La Boite unleashes old favourites and new classics for its explosive 2019 season

17 Oct 2018

Let’s be honest – when a company has been a driving force in the arts game for 94 years, there is a high chance that it’s doing something right. In the case of La Boite Theatre, you can’t argue the cultural impact that the Brisbane-based company has had on our whole country. Over its long history of taking risks, fostering emerging talent and keeping things relevant, La Boite has gotten pretty bloody good at finding out what makes people tick. As we approach 2019 at a breakneck pace, it has become clear that the iconic theatre company has once again cooked up a killer season – including a a classic reimagined, a triumphant return performance and a brand-new comedy. more

Event Highlights

Exhibitions
Lord Mayor’s Green Heart Photography Competition
Until 5 Nov 2018

Lord Mayor’s Green Heart Photography Competition

Community
Return of the Retro Arcade
Until 31 Dec 2018

Return of the Retro Arcade

Community
Noosa International Film Festival
25-28 Oct 2018

Noosa International Film Festival

Community
Friday Nights at the Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium
Until 14 Dec 2018

Friday Nights at the Sir Thomas Brisbane Planetarium

Community
Melbourne Cup at Eat Street Northshore
6 Nov 2018

Melbourne Cup at Eat Street Northshore

Community
White Ribbon Day Breakfast
20 Nov 2018

White Ribbon Day Breakfast

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Exhibitions
Sam Cranstoun: Impossible Conversations

Sam Cranstoun: Impossible Conversations

Exhibitions
Rachel Prince – Waves of Light

Rachel Prince – Waves of Light

Community
City Hall tours

City Hall tours

Exhibitions
Exhibition & Artist Talk | Min-Woo Bang – The Immensity of Sky

Exhibition & Artist Talk | Min-Woo Bang – The Immensity of Sky

Festival
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Sport
Golf Month

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Exhibitions
the churchie: National Emerging Art Prize

the churchie: National Emerging Art Prize

Theatre
Nearer the Gods

Nearer the Gods

Exhibitions
World Expo '88 Public Art Trail

World Expo ’88 Public Art Trail

Exhibitions
The Australian Collection

The Australian Collection

Play
Pinot and Picasso – unleash your inner artist at Brisbane’s latest paint-and-sip venue
Gentlefolk

Pinot and Picasso – unleash your inner artist at Brisbane’s latest paint-and-sip venue

18 Oct 2018

Real talk – tapping into a brand-new creative pursuit as an adult is kind of daunting. We often put a bunch of pressure on ourselves to be amazing at things straight off the bat, which takes the fun out of the whole experience – especially when it comes to something as subjective as art. If you’ve been looking for a way to explore your creative side in a no-pressure environment (or you’re just looking for a cool new activity), West End’s stunning new paint-and-sip studio Montana Art Project is just the ticket. more

Architecture
Queensland Theatre lifts the curtain on brand-new performance space Bille Brown Theatre
Design

Queensland Theatre lifts the curtain on brand-new performance space Bille Brown Theatre

18 Oct 2018

When it comes to names that foster the true spirit of homegrown creatives, Queensland Theatre is right up there with the best. As Australia’s third-largest theatre company, it makes sense that its productions should have a home that is worthy of both their greatness and cultural significance. After a careful incubation period, Queensland Theatre is proud to lift the curtain on its brand-new performance space that is all its own – welcome to the Bille Brown Theatre. more

Clothing
Crack a tinnie and toast to iconic beer brand Victoria Bitter’s debut merch drop
Gentlefolk

Crack a tinnie and toast to iconic beer brand Victoria Bitter’s debut merch drop

18 Oct 2018

Australia may have a famously diverse craft-beer scene, but we’re the first to admit that sometimes keeping it simple is best. Whether you’ve been slaving away in the office or on the worksite, that 2:00 pm-on-a-Friday feeling deserves a big cold beer – and the best cold beer is Vic. Okay, while best in this instance is a fairly subjective call to make, it’s hard to argue the raw appeal and cult status of Victoria Bitter. If you’ve got a soft spot for this particular brand of frothie, we have news that is bound to excite you – you can now cop official VB merchandise that is actually pretty cool. more

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