Bars
Pavement Whispers: Ghanem Group shares details of its forthcoming Mediterranean-inspired rooftop bar Iris

Pavement Whispers: Ghanem Group shares details of its forthcoming Mediterranean-inspired rooftop bar Iris

By James Frostick 14 Apr 2021

If you haven't yet been inside Fortitude Valley's newest luxury accommodation spot Hotel X, there's a good chance you've glimpsed its multi-hued illuminated facade from afar. Well, come month's end you'll have another great reason to visit when leading hospitality crew Ghanem Group unveils Iris – its forthcoming culinary oasis perched on the building's rooftop. The group's second dining destination at Hotel X will traverse the tastes of the Mediterranean coast, pairing a vibrant summery essence with some near-unbeatable views. Here's what you can expect ... more

Pavement Whispers
Pavement Whispers: Volume 303 April 13
Food & Drink

Pavement Whispers: Volume 303 April 13

13 Apr 2021

From news of Siffredi's and Alba's Sunday session collab to a new brunch spot coming to Wilston, The Weekend Edition is always on the search for the latest food news in Brisbane, dedicated to ensuring its readers are in the know. When we put our ears to the pavement this week, this is what we found out … more

Food
Paniyiri Greek Festival is returning to Brisbane with a honeypuff drive-through and a crackin' program of events
Event News

Paniyiri Greek Festival is returning to Brisbane with a honeypuff drive-through and a crackin’ program of events

14 Apr 2021

Prepare your stomachs, friends – one of Brisbane's most beloved festivals, Paniyiri Greek Festival is returning to bring us a much-needed dose of delicious eats and culture. The 45th edition of the festival will be celebrated over one jam-packed weekend from May 22–23, where all of our favourite events will be making an appearance plus ... drum roll, please .... a honeypuff drive-through. We're salivating already. more

Restaurants
Colour and character – introducing Biànca, the peach-hued beauty from the Agnes and sAme sAme team
Food & Drink

Colour and character – introducing Biànca, the peach-hued beauty from the Agnes and sAme sAme team

12 Apr 2021

Just when we thought we'd managed to catch our breath after the whirlwind launch of Agnes last year, the team behind one of 2020's biggest restaurant openings is stepping up to the plate once again. This time, the heralded hospitality group is trying its hand at Italian with Biànca – a slick eatery located just off James Street that boasts a colourful complexion plus a menu of trattoria classics and cocktails that showcase the fun and frivolous side of Italian cuisine. more

Brisbane Brewing Co. | Brisbane's best chicken parmigiana

The round-up: where you can find the best parmy in Brisbane – as nominated by you!

Ah, the humble parmigiana – the classic Aussie pub staple has gone through more than its fair share of gastronomic makeovers, but the iconic combination of a juicy crumbed chicken breast topped with rich Napoli sauce, a slab of ham and oodles of bubbling cheese is impossible to beat. We're not here to chew your ear off about how great parmies are (you're already aware) – we just want to find the best parmy in Brisbane. Here at The Weekend Edition, we take our food research very seriously but we ultimately know that it is you, dear readers, who have been chowing down on parmies across all corners of Brisbane. So, we asked and you answered. Here is a list of some of Brisbane's best parmy spots, as recommended by The Weekend Edition's readers! more

Community
Join literary icon Kate Morton for a captivating evening of conversation at Museum of Brisbane
Event News

Join literary icon Kate Morton for a captivating evening of conversation at Museum of Brisbane

14 Apr 2021

If you've ever browsed the fiction section of your local bookstore, you've most likely set your eyes on a copy (and probably taken home) of one of Kate Morton's novels. Avid readers are well acquainted with Kate's literary prowess, with her critically acclaimed titles The Lake House, The Distant Hours and The Clockmaker's Daughter filling a spot on many book shelves around the world. Now, one of Australia’s biggest literary exports is back in our river city for a very special conversation at Museum of Brisbane on Friday April 30, and you could say we're more than just a little bit excited. more

Product
Grow micro-greens with micro effort – say hello to Micropod
Design

Grow micro-greens with micro effort – say hello to Micropod

08 Apr 2021

It’s a well-known story – you decide to level up your dining experience by growing your own produce and fall into the trap of thinking that maybe this time your plants won’t die from neglect. Fast forward a few weeks and all you have is a withered mess to clean up and you find yourself (yet again) reaching for the plastic-wrapped supermarket substitute. Sound familiar? Never fear, friends, because we may have the solution for you to become a green thumb – it’s called Micropod. more

Cafes
Now open – Nodo expands its brunch and doughnut empire with new Hawthorne cafe
Food & Drink

Now open – Nodo expands its brunch and doughnut empire with new Hawthorne cafe

08 Apr 2021

Few things can brighten our day quite like a gluten-free doughnut from Nodo. Also, nothing makes our week like hearing that Nodo has opened in Hawthorne! That's right – the incredibly popular cafe and gluten-free doughnut dispensary has unveiled its slick new digs on Hawthorne Road, bringing along its full range of brilliant brunch bites, invigorating coffee and, you guessed it, its range of no-dough doughnuts. Take a peek inside ... more

Food
It's back, baby! Live your best life at this evening full of wine, cheese and bubbles at Treasury Brisbane
Event News

It’s back, baby! Live your best life at this evening full of wine, cheese and bubbles at Treasury Brisbane

09 Apr 2021

The snap lockdown just before Easter weekend threw us all for a bit of a loop, casting plans into disarray and causing some devastating cancellations for events we were all looking forward to. However, you can't keep a good thing down – and one of the casualties of that fateful weekend has risen like a phoenix from the ashes to provide us with the glorious party that was snatched away at the last minute. Treasury Brisbane has rescheduled its much-anticipated Cheese, Wine and Bubbles soiree to Friday April 30, taking over its magical courtyard with top-tier bubbles, worldly wines, culinary delights and live entertainment (all COVID safe, of course). more

Event Highlights

Exhibitions
Cut Copy: Brisbane music posters 1977–1987
Until 9 May 2021

Cut Copy: Brisbane music posters 1977–1987

Food
King Tea's $30 Chinese Banquet
Until 28 Mar 2022

King Tea’s $30 Chinese Banquet

Theatre
Cinematic – Heroes and Heroines
24 Apr 2021

Cinematic – Heroes and Heroines

Food
Wine, Cheese and Bubbles at Treasury Brisbane
30 Apr 2021

Wine, Cheese and Bubbles at Treasury Brisbane

Festival
MELT Festival
20 - 30 May 2021

MELT Festival

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

Thu 15 Apr See all events today
kids
SparkLab

SparkLab

Exhibitions
#KnowledgeKeepers

#KnowledgeKeepers

Exhibitions
Jacqueline Hennessy – This is a love song

Jacqueline Hennessy – This is a love song

Community
City Hall tours

City Hall tours

Next 07 Days See all events this week
Free
The Boundary Pub Trivia

The Boundary Pub Trivia

Exhibitions
Grotesque grotto – Laura Patterson

Grotesque grotto – Laura Patterson

Exhibitions
The Storytellers

The Storytellers

Exhibitions
State Library of Queensland Gallery Walk

State Library of Queensland Gallery Walk

Markets
Brisbane City Markets

Brisbane City Markets

Food
Regional Flavours, reimagined – the renowned food festival returns with a flavourful three-part event series
Event News

Regional Flavours, reimagined – the renowned food festival returns with a flavourful three-part event series

08 Apr 2021

Attention, foodies! Everyone's favourite food and wine festival Regional Flavours is returning to South Bank Parklands this year – but with an exciting new twist. Instead of a single weekend event, 2021 will see Regional Flavours serve up some of Australia’s most celebrated chefs and local producers across a delectable three-part event series from June to October. Kicking off the tastebud-tempting festival is Grazed and Grown, which is set to bloom in our city from June 18–20. Bring your appetite, because you'll need it for this delicious event. more

Casual Dining
Sweet dreams (are made of this) – South Bank welcomes dessert dispensary Ice Dream
Food & Drink

Sweet dreams (are made of this) – South Bank welcomes dessert dispensary Ice Dream

08 Apr 2021

Ice-cream is amazing by itself, but it's hard to deny that just about every scoop of ice-cream can be improved with a tasteful (and tasty) topping. But what if the topping was weaved into the ice-cream itself? We're not talking about crudely crushed and mashed in confections – think ingredients smoothly blended and imbued in each spiral of soft-serve. Ice Dream in South Bank has taken some cues from international dessert trends for its Grey Street pop-up, where all sorts of tasty combinations are whipped up in a flash. more

The Locals Next week: A BRISBANE LOCAL

Michael O'Sullivan
Motorcycles have always embodied danger, rebellion, freedom, speed and style ... ~ Michael O’Sullivan more

Weekly Inspire… Theme of the Week: words of wisdom

My doctor told me I had to stop throwing intimate dinners for four unless there are three other people ~ Orson Welles