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Take a plant-based break – vegan KitKat is coming soon to your local confectionery aisle
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Take a plant-based break – vegan KitKat is coming soon to your local confectionery aisle

17 Jun 2021

Whilst we love to switch to plant-based alternatives where we can, getting one's hands on a vegan treat that isn't sugar-free (read: tasteless) or costs the same as our lunch proves to be a difficult task. Thankfully, the big brands are now jumping onboard the plant-based train and offering vegan versions of their beloved sweets. Enter snack-making machine Nestlé, which is finally making plant-based dreams come true with the launch of KitKat V, a vegan alternative to the OG KitKat. more

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Bougie up your bar cart with a crystal-shaped bottle of Elegance Vodka
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Bougie up your bar cart with a crystal-shaped bottle of Elegance Vodka

27 May 2021

They say diamonds are a girl's best friend, and we'd tend to agree. If you fancy your bar cart resembling a jewellery box, then brand-new tipple Elegance Vodka will be right up your alley. This ultra-premium Australian-made spirit is distilled in small batches from 100-percent Chardonnay grapes sourced from the Barossa Valley, then bottled into a diamond-shaped vial that looks almost too good to open. Key word, almost. more

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Shame-free sipping – Basic Babe launches sparkling cocktails in a can
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Shame-free sipping – Basic Babe launches sparkling cocktails in a can

27 May 2021

If there's one thing that always gives us post-party regret, it's the icky feeling that comes after consuming way too much sugar via super-sweet pre-mixed drinks. We've resolved to do without the sugar-crash shame spiral, so now we're looking for a less treacherous tipple. The team at Basic Brands (the makers of alcoholic seltzer Basic Babe) has just released a fresh set of canned cocktails – low in calories and 99 percent sugar free. We might have just found our next soiree sidekick ... more

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Cheese louise! You can get a cheesy fondue kit delivered straight to your door
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Cheese louise! You can get a cheesy fondue kit delivered straight to your door

20 May 2021

If we were ever in the difficult position of choosing our last meal, you can absolutely put money down that we would order something slathered in cheese. If cheese is also your favourite food group, then please prepare yourself for some gouda –nay, great – news. Mould, the crew behind the virtual cheese festival that we took full advantage of through lockdown, has cooked up a new product to get us through the chilly nights. Give a warm welcome to the Fondue For Two Box, the perfect winter evening accompaniment. more

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Have a break and take a bite out of the new KitKat ice-cream stick
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Have a break and take a bite out of the new KitKat ice-cream stick

29 Apr 2021

Although the weather is getting cooler, it's never not a good time for ice-cream. If you're craving a frosty treat, then there's a new kid on the block that is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth – KitKat ice-cream sticks. This delicious iced dessert is the baby of Australian ice-cream maker Peters and the choc-loving folks at Nestlé, who decided to put a new spin on the classic KitKat chocolate bars – and our tastebuds are eternally grateful. more

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Hey Tiger has teamed up with artist Rachael Sarra for a tastebud-tempting Mother's Day chocolate collection
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Hey Tiger has teamed up with artist Rachael Sarra for a tastebud-tempting Mother’s Day chocolate collection

22 Apr 2021

Mother's Day is creeping up quickly, friends. Whilst we may often opt for the grocery store chocolate option when gift giving this time of year, we think you should try something a little bit different – but just as tasty. To help you out, Hey Tiger has teamed up with Brisbane-based artist Rachael Sarra for a limited-edition collection of chocolate bars that are just as pretty as they taste good. more

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It's cold gin time again – Brookie's Gin has launched its ready-to-drink gin and tonic
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It’s cold gin time again – Brookie’s Gin has launched its ready-to-drink gin and tonic

22 Apr 2021

Set amongst the lush rainforests of the Byron Bay hinterland is where you'll discover Cape Byron Distillery, the home of the highly awarded Brookie’s Gin. In a win for gin enthusiasts, the beloved distillery has now decided to make drinking its special spirit just a little easier with the release of its bottled Gin & Tonic with Native Finger Lime. We know what we're picking up at the bottle-o on Friday night. more

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Dreams do come true – two cult faves combine for Cadbury's new Caramilk Marble chocolate block
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Dreams do come true – two cult faves combine for Cadbury’s new Caramilk Marble chocolate block

08 Apr 2021

This time last year, we were in the midst of very uncertain times. The beloved treat slingers at Cadbury were there to comfort us through this difficult period, offering solace by reviving their iconic Marble block (bless their cotton socks). This year, the dessert kingpin has decided to up the ante for its newest creation by combining two of our favourite flavours. Please give a warm welcome to Cadbury's newest chocolate block – Caramilk Marble. more

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Stress-free spaghetti – Siffredi's launches a range of takeaway goodies
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Stress-free spaghetti – Siffredi’s launches a range of takeaway goodies

01 Apr 2021

Though we spent much of our 2020 lockdown trying our hand at pasta making and nailing our bolognese and cacio e pepe recipes, we readily admit that it's hard to beat pasta made by professionals. While this three-day lockdown might not be enough to encourage us to dust off the pasta machine once more, we can still enjoy top-grade pasta at home courtesy of Siffredi's brand-new range of takeaway packs. Here's the low-down on what the team is dishing up from today ... more

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Let them eat cake – make your next celebration easy peasy with dessert from The Stores Grocer
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Let them eat cake – make your next celebration easy peasy with dessert from The Stores Grocer

01 Apr 2021

Have you tried and failed at making a creation from the famed Women's Weekly Birthday Cake Book? Buttered up Betty Crocker for some box-mix cupcakes that didn't turn out quite right? Fear not, amateur bakers, and let the professionals at The Stores Grocer handle this situation. With a touch of sugar, spice and everything nice, the culinary wizards at the West End foodie haven are skilled hands at throwing together the ingredients, firing up the oven and watching creations rise. Here's a taste of what they have been whipping up ... more

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Bye, mother – get your homemade bread started with these nifty Sourdough Flakes
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Bye, mother – get your homemade bread started with these nifty Sourdough Flakes

01 Apr 2021

Most of us tried our hands at a bit of at-home bread making last year, which resulted in some differing results – especially if we couldn't get hold of some sacred sourdough starter. While the majority of us quickly gave up on our quest for mother dough, a group of professional bakers got busy whipping up sourdough starters in flake form to make our lives (and loaves) a little easier. So, dust off the ol' apron and start heating up the oven again friends, as it's time to get baking with Sourdough Flakes. more

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Fearless beer – Working Title Brew Co. gets ready to unveil its debut range
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Fearless beer – Working Title Brew Co. gets ready to unveil its debut range

25 Mar 2021

Ever since the craft-beer movement started showing what was possible beyond the big-name brewing framework, the industry has witnessed an outsized explosion of experimentation. With the spectrum of beer varieties as diverse as it has ever been, many brewers are revelling in the opportunity to get imaginative with its ingredient combinations. Working Title Brew Co. is a new entrant to the scene, a gypsy brewing operation that has big dreams and bigger ideas. Next month the two-man operation will unveil its debut range of brews, made and released in conjunction with some of Brisbane's best bars. Here's what froth fiends can expect ... more

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Simply the zest – upgrade your cocktail with artisanal dehydrated garnishes from Sonny's Food Co.
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Simply the zest – upgrade your cocktail with artisanal dehydrated garnishes from Sonny’s Food Co.

18 Mar 2021

Whenever we dive into our home bar cart and attempt to make an Insta-worthy cocktail, there always seems to be an ingredient missing. Sure, you might have the tequila, triple sec and even fresh limes to make that perfect homemade margarita but it just needs that extra oomph – and that's where Sonny's Food Co. comes in. Set to take your mixology and charcuterie-board-building skills to the next level, Sonny's offers a selection of artisanal dehydrated garnishes that will have you feeling super proud of your curated cocktail or cheese board. more

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Add a pep to your step with a thermogenic brew from Beforeyouspeak Coffee
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Add a pep to your step with a thermogenic brew from Beforeyouspeak Coffee

18 Feb 2021

For many (including us), coffee is a non-negotiable part of the morning routine. Whether you need it to roll out of bed, shake the incessant brain-fog or you're more of a mid-arvo sipper, there's a new brew that's guaranteed to give you a little extra kick with your caffeine. Now that we've got your attention, allow us to introduce you to the Octane blend by Beforeyouspeak Coffee. more

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What's poppin'? Golden Gaytime popcorn, that's what
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What’s poppin’? Golden Gaytime popcorn, that’s what

11 Feb 2021

There are few things etched in childhood memories quite like a Golden Gaytime ice-cream. An enduring symbol of summertime happiness, the frozen national treasure has lent its name and signature crumb to spark joy in a whole new way. Friends and fellow sugar fiends, Golden Gaytime popcorn is a thing and it's a hard yes from us. more