From whispers of Taco Bell's Australian arrival to a new pop-up garden restaurant, The Weekend Edition is always on the search for the latest 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
When Brisbane’s weather turns it on it is customary that you get outside and find a sunny spot to enjoy it. Most of us flock to the banks of the Brisbane River to soak up the rays, and South Bank’s The Jetty has long been a great place to watch the world pass by with a drink in hand. The Jetty has undergone a few changes recently, with some fit-out adjustments and a new menu cementing it as the place to be when the summer heat strikes. more
In the wake of the closure of Alfredo’s Pizzeria came the news that the space would still be put to good use. The pizza oven has barely tuned cold before a hot new concept has taken over the venue. Alf’s Place will be home to a rotating cast of pop-ups. To kick things off, Sticky Fingers Smokehouse will be plating the finest American-style barbecue for ravenous Valley revellers. But don’t dawdle – this barbecue bad boy won’t be lingering for long. more
When the mercury rises, the last thing we want to eat is something oppressively hot. One of the main reasons poke bowls have caught on is due to its refreshing combination of raw fish, fresh vegetables and sauces that can fill you up without causing you to work up a sweat. Suki is continuing its takeover of Brisbane with its third location – a brightly coloured space in the heart of Newstead’s Gasworks – complete with some new menu items to help keep you chilled throughout summer. more
A well-stocked booze shelf says a lot about a person. It shows that one likes to entertain and that they have a taste for the finer things in life. That being said, if you don’t have a decent representation of Australian spirits in your home bar then you can’t really call yourself a connoisseur. Australian craft spirits are earning a reputation for being some of the best in the world, meaning that you don’t have to look far for a top-notch drop. We’ve picked five spirits that will not only taste amazing but also bolster your cocktail credibility next time you have mates around. more
Us Australians as a people have gained something of an international reputation in regards to our drinking habits – particularly that we’re really damn good at it. Here’s the thing though – the booze that is being produced in Australia is some of the best in the world, so it’s no wonder we enjoy a tipple or two. Our craft beer and cider culture is actually killing it, largely due to a passionate subculture that has added a serious dose of sophistication to our national profile. One event that champions this movement is the Beer InCider Experience, headed to its new and much larger home at the Brisbane Showgrounds from September 22–23 to bring us more fun, flavour and frivolity than ever before. more
Rent is due and you are still a few days away from getting your paycheque – but your stomach is growling and you need to feed as soon as possible for as cheap as possible. Instead of hitting the closest drive-thru and settling for fast food, there are plenty of places around town that offer cheap eats that are damn tasty. It’s time to get creative with how you spend your dollars – stretch your money by taking advantage of the following best value for money meals in Brisbane. more
Calling all beauty junkies of Brisbane – we don’t mean to alarm you, but something extremely significant has happened. If you live for your lashes, know how to contour like a pro and have a serious jones for skincare, you’re probably already aware of a little old store called Mecca Maxima. Here comes the news you may want to sit down for – our fair city has officially become home to the biggest Mecca Maxima in the whole darn country! Mecca Maxima Wintergarden is open for business, bringing lovers of all things beauty a mind-boggling selection of premium products to play with. more
A wise man once said, “If you had one shot – one opportunity – to seize everything you ever wanted … would you capture it or just let it slip?” While Eminem may not have been talking explicitly about Brisbane Open House, his words can definitely be applied to the event. On the weekend of October 7–8, visitors are provided with the super-rare chance to gain access to some of our city’s most interesting, iconic and often totally private spaces. Whether you’re an architecture die-hard, a bit of a design nerd or just have a bit of a curious streak, this is one weekend you won’t want to miss. more
We’ve all heard the warnings – cookie dough should not be eaten raw. Yeah, yeah, we get it – but the stuff taste too darn good to not secretly sample! Well, the day the children inside us have waited for is here – witness the dawning of the age of edible cookie dough. Several intrepid outfits have created recipes for cookie dough without the nasties, meaning that we can finally indulge in our dream dessert without (some of) the guilt. more
There are two things here at The Weekend Edition that we can always get behind – living a little, and dreaming a lot. We may not have the funds to drop on a brand-new Ferrari or a swish yacht, but it doesn’t hurt to entertain the possibility, right? Whether you’ve got cash to splash or are simply an admirer of all things fast and shiny, we have some news that is sure to excite you. On Sunday October 1, the Gold Coast’s premier destination for all things luxe will come alive for the Sanctuary Cove Festival, an extravaganza showcasing some of the most covetable names in the automobile and boating industries. more
If you're an 80s baby, then we can almost guarantee that you owned a string of My Little Pony figurines and spent hours upon hours in your bedroom brushing and plaiting their brightly coloured little mains. When we heard that New Zealand's luxury accessories label Deadly Ponies had teamed up with Hasbro's iconic My Little Pony brand, our hearts well and truly fluttered. These timeless designs are bringing some of our best childhood memories back to life. more
Ahh, winter – we hardly knew ye. Not that this corner of the earth ever really gets very chilly, but it seems like we’re headed towards a particularly steamy spring and summer. You have two choices here – you can engage in full hermit mode and turn your apartment into an air-conditioned bunker where you only emerge for snacks (boring), or you can absolutely make the most of our state’s amazing pockets of natural splendour by getting out and amongst it all (that’s more like it). We’ve teamed up with our official site partner Mercedez-Benz Brisbane and its nature-lovin’ ambassador Sofie Formica to bring you a list of our favourite natural landscapes in and around Brisbane – secret water holes included. more
14 September
14 September
14 September
We laugh at the control freaks. We connect with rich and diverse ecosystems of being. The biggest challenge is allowing instinct to speak ...~ Emma Maye Gibson aka Betty Grumble more
Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a harder battle ...~ Plato
SHOOTS: Electric Avenue and Jack Rabbits, Woolloongabba
