Bars
Tetto Rooftop Bar and Corbett & Claude bring coastal-Italian vibes to Everton Park

Tetto Rooftop Bar and Corbett & Claude bring coastal-Italian vibes to Everton Park

By James Frostick 06 Dec 2019

Stretching from Positano to Vietri Sul Mare, Italy's legendary Amalfi Coast is regarded as one of the most beautiful seaside stretches in all of Europe. Picturesque coastal vistas, pastel-coloured seaside towns, phenomenal beaches – there's a good reason the region is a must-visit holiday destination. But what if you didn't need to board a plane and travel across the globe to experience a slice of this paradise? Tetto Rooftop Bar is a chic drinks destination inspired by the sun-soaked bars of coastal Italy. Officially opening today, Tetto joins eatery Corbett & Claude as the newest arrivals at Everton Plaza's Park Lane precinct, creating a sceney two-level hub of on-point Italian-inspired hospitality. more

Bars
Hospitality that hits the mark – Oche opens in Fortitude Valley
Food & Drink

Hospitality that hits the mark – Oche opens in Fortitude Valley

05 Dec 2019

Limber up your throwing arm – a brand-new analogue social experience has arrived in Brisbane and it is looking to reinvigorate an age-old classic. Oche – pronounced 'ockey' – is Fortitude Valley's newest watering hole, but this spot is so much more than just a bar. The Oslo-born concept is giving the game of darts a modern polish, creating a lively hub where punters can get competitive with pals over a game while enjoying local brews, salivation-worthy cocktails and one-handed fare conceived by some fine-dining wizards. Oche officially opens tomorrow, Saturday December 7, but we've got a first-look for you right now ... more

Cafes
Savour vegan eats and specialty coffee at Fortitude Valley newcomer Froth on Brunswick
Food & Drink

Savour vegan eats and specialty coffee at Fortitude Valley newcomer Froth on Brunswick

05 Dec 2019

The past few years have seen the word 'froth' take on new meaning. On the one hand, it still refers to the light foam one might savour on top of a beer or freshly brewed cappuccino. Alternatively, 'to froth' is to experience a heightened level of excitement at the thought of something – perhaps at the prospect of a killer surf, a jam-packed festival line-up or great brunch? It all works! California Lane's newest eatery Froth on Brunswick is giving locals the chance to experience froth both ways. Sip on a perfectly frothed coffee or froth over its menu of vegan-friendly eats – either way you'll be frothin' satisfied. more

Community
What's on in Brisbane this weekend
Event News

What’s on in Brisbane this weekend

05 Dec 2019

It's beginning to look and feel (hello heatwave!) a lot like Christmas, which is fitting since it's less than 20 sleeps away. Whether you're still firmly in denial or you're currently rocking your fabulously festive Mariah Carey t-shirt and compiling a mental list of every Christmas-related event to maximise your merriment, there is plenty to pique your interest this weekend from December 5 to 8. From sozzled Santas to bitter brews, it's all here. more

Told You So | Brisbane's best coffee spots | The Weekend Edition

The round-up: Brisbane’s ten best places for coffee as voted by you

We're approaching the end of the year, which means energy levels are understandably running a little bit low. We need a bit of help getting our head into the game for the final stretch, so a strong caffeine hit is just what we need. Thankfully Brisbane’s got no shortage of exceptional coffee joints to choose from. This year’s EAT/drink Awards saw thousands of our valued readers submit their choice for Brisbane’s best, and we got some incredible selections. If you’re nodding off more often at work or simply enjoy a perfectly poured brew, we’ve assembled the top ten vote getters for Brisbane’s best coffee spot. more

Cafes
Goodfolk Cafe opens its brunch and coffee nook in the heart of Bardon
Food & Drink

Goodfolk Cafe opens its brunch and coffee nook in the heart of Bardon

05 Dec 2019

The Rainworth General Store in Bardon boasts a storied history as a community hub, from its days as a trading post to its more recent iteration as home for coffee hotspot Neighbourhood Coffee Roasters. Two enterprising locals have stepped in and given the venue a new lease on life – transforming it into a bustling suburban foodie hub that feels as much as a home as a brunch-time destination. After a transitional soft-launch period, the venue – now known as Goodfolk Cafe – is starting to hit its stride. Guests can expect nourishing and consistent fare, delectable specialty coffee, sustainable hospitality practices and a natural and comfortable interior vibe that you'll want to experience multiple times a week. more

Play
It's showtime! Red Hill Cinemas opens to the public
Gentlefolk

It’s showtime! Red Hill Cinemas opens to the public

05 Dec 2019

The film industry is in the midst of a love affair with reboots and sequels – head to the movies lately and you’ll certainly spot a trailer for the newest iteration of Charlie’s Angels, Bad Boys, or Bill and Ted’s Excellent Adventure. Call us pessimists, but we don’t have the highest hopes for these flicks. Nevertheless, there is one cinematic reinvention we can get behind – Red Hill Cinemas. The latest addition to the Five Star Cinemas portfolio pays tribute to the venue’s rich entertainment history while offering all of the mod cons you’d expect from a premium theatre experience. more

Cafes
An icon reborn – New Farm Deli officially reopens to the public
Food & Drink

An icon reborn – New Farm Deli officially reopens to the public

05 Dec 2019

If you ask any regular what the best aspect of New Farm Deli is, they'll tell you it's the people that work there that make it what it is. If you asked owners Vince and Maria Anello for their thoughts, they'd say their customers make New Farm Deli special. In the wake of the fire that tore down their longstanding food hub, Vince and Maria only thought of the greater community. Product could be replaced, walls could be rebuilt – old always becomes new, and new always becomes old. For the Anello's, New Farm Deli signifies family and community as much as food, and they are imbuing that passion and spirit into the mortar of the foundations of New Farm Deli 2.0. After five months of construction, New Farm Deli officially reopens to the public today, embarking on a new chapter while retaining the same welcoming spirit that made it a local institution in the first place. more

Beauty
Ditch the plastic and lather up with a bar of Shampoo With A Purpose
Gentlefolk

Ditch the plastic and lather up with a bar of Shampoo With A Purpose

05 Dec 2019

We all know that plastic isn't so fantastic, but in Australia 5.3 million consumers – that is 27.1-percent of the population – purchase single-use plastic bottles on a weekly basis. Most of which, let's be honest, are destined for landfill, where it can take between 20 and 1000 years to degrade. If that makes you feel all of the things, you're not alone – but together we can make small changes that have a big impact. One of the easiest changes we can make is to switch to a shampoo bar from Shampoo With A Purpose once your current supply runs dry. more

Event Highlights

Community
The Enchanted Garden
Until 13 Dec 2019

The Enchanted Garden

Food
Christmas at The Westin Brisbane
25 Dec 2019

Christmas at The Westin Brisbane

Community
New Years Eve at Mr. Mista
31 Dec 2019

New Years Eve at Mr. Mista

Food
New Year's Eve 2020 at Customs House
31 Dec 2019

New Year’s Eve 2020 at Customs House

Community
New Year's Eve at Treasury Brisbane
31 Dec 2019 - 1 Jan 2020

New Year’s Eve at Treasury Brisbane

Community
The Great New Year's Eve Event at Jade Buddha
31 Dec 2019 - 1 Jan 2020

The Great New Year’s Eve Event at Jade Buddha

Events: What's on in Brisbane this week. Start planning your weekend

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Film
Heathers 30th anniversary screening

Heathers 30th anniversary screening

Food
Weekends at The Defiant Duck

Weekends at The Defiant Duck

Markets
Paddington Christmas Festival

Paddington Christmas Festival

Markets
Brisbane Night Market

Brisbane Night Market

Theatre
The Foreigner

The Foreigner

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Exhibitions
New Woman Exhibition at Museum of Brisbane

New Woman Exhibition at Museum of Brisbane

Exhibitions
Spoken: celebrating Queensland languages

Spoken: celebrating Queensland languages

Comedy
Faulty Towers The Dining Experience

Faulty Towers The Dining Experience

Community
Victoria Park Christmas Putt Putt

Victoria Park Christmas Putt Putt

Exhibitions
Convergence

Convergence

Accessories
Fight the hype – Uniform Standard’s sneakers are built to last
Gentleman

Fight the hype – Uniform Standard’s sneakers are built to last

05 Dec 2019

If there’s one thing the sneaker industry is known for, it’s hype. It feels like every day a new must-have shoe is being released only to be forgotten when the next big launch comes along. This isn’t exactly helping fashion’s efforts to improve sustainability, an issue close to the hearts of Uniform Standard’s founders. They’re reinventing what is means to be a sneaker brand by creating limited quantities of timeless sneakers that are built to last – it’s a well-clad step in the right direction. more

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Stella Donnelly
Learning to say no was the biggest learning curve for me, because you have to be quite cut-throat about it ... ~ Stella Donnelly more

Weekly Inspire… Theme of the Week: words of wisdom

If you can put a better thought into a child's head during their difficult years, then I think you've done something worthwhile ... ~ John Curro AM MBE

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Hellenika
SHOOTS: Hellenika, Fortitude Valley