The sweetest thing – DoorDash and Chef Collective to distribute the Ekka's iconic strawberry sundaes
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The sweetest thing – DoorDash and Chef Collective to distribute the Ekka’s iconic strawberry sundaes

As much as we love showbags, sideshow games and fireworks, the biggest sting of the cancellation of this year's Ekka is the thought of missing out on its strawberry sundaes. Fear not, Ekka enthusiasts and ice-cream addicts – delivery service DoorDash and smart-kitchen hub Chef Collective are uniting to deliver this famous dessert across Brisbane and raise funds for a great cause. Locals can get their fix from 10:00 am tomorrow Wednesday August 11 – read on to find out how ... more

Pavement Whispers
Pavement Whispers: Volume 320 August 10
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Pavement Whispers: Volume 320 August 10

From news of an art-adorned street-food bar for Burnett Lane to a pop-up cannoli bar, 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

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Praise be – Gelato Messina is slinging cone-ception cookie pie kits
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Praise be – Gelato Messina is slinging cone-ception cookie pie kits

If lockdown has got you snacking like crazy, with food the only respite from the deep boredom that is birthed from staying indoors all day then we see you, fellow feeder. The welcome comfort of nibblies can boost our moods tenfold, and Gelato Messina's newest creation is a prime example of happiness in food form. Let's all give a warm welcome to the cone-ception cookie pie, a saucy and crunchy bake-at-home treat that is set to make your life oh-so-much sweeter. more

Bakeries
Melbourne’s lauded Lune Croissanterie unveils its first interstate location in South Brisbane
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Melbourne’s lauded Lune Croissanterie unveils its first interstate location in South Brisbane

We're firm believers that art can be found anywhere and in any thing, and Lune Croissanterie's picture-perfect pastries are evidence of this. The Melbourne-born croissanterie is famed for its meticulous attention to detail and pinpoint execution, ensuring every morsel that emerges from its architecturally stunning production kitchen is damn-near flawless. Lune's anticipated brand-new expansion bracketing the South Brisbane-end of Fish Lane, which officially opens today, Thursday August 5, is sort of like a gallery – one that showcases globally acclaimed baked goods that are as pleasing on the palate as they are on the eye. We were invited to take a look inside Lune's kitchen and retail space before it opens in a lockdown-friendly guise – read on for the goods ... more

Cafes
Wholly Crumpets opens a crumpet and coffee cafe in Bulimba
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Wholly Crumpets opens a crumpet and coffee cafe in Bulimba

There's something about the humble crumpet that we'll always treasure. While more grown-up breakfast carbs like bagels or artisanal sourdoughs tickle our sophisticated adult sensibilities, the thought of the golden and bubbly crumpets of our youth still hold a special place. The crew behind Wholly Crumpets is changing the dialogue around the toasted delight, transforming it from a nostalgia-inducing artefact into a popular cafe staple. Speaking of cafes, Wholly Crumpets has opened one of its own in Bulimba, serving its brand of delightfully dense discs crowned with an assortment of tasty toppings. more

Recipes
In carbs we crust – five garlic bread recipes inspired by the world’s most beloved loaf
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In carbs we crust – five garlic bread recipes inspired by the world’s most beloved loaf

We don’t mean to exaggerate, but here at The Weekend Edition, we would lay down our lives for garlic bread*. It’s more than a side dish or a mop for the bolognese that gets left behind in the bottom of the bowl – it’s the glue that holds society together. From those who need a little more pep with their pizza order through to the staunch vegetarians with little else to eat at a party, the Golden Loaf is the one thing that will blow up the skirt of even the fussiest eater. It unites gourmands and bogans alike with its crunch, softness and flavour profile – garlic bread knows not of the perils of a class divide. Anyway, you didn’t come here for an essay on garlic bread – you came here to find ways to get a bit jazzy with it, so let’s dive in! Behold, our five favourite ways to level up your GB experience. more


Coffee
Australia’s top roasters come together at new online marketplace ’Feind Coffee
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Australia’s top roasters come together at new online marketplace ’Feind Coffee

We hope that we speak for the majority of our readership when we say coffee is no longer a luxury, but rather, a necessity. But that doesn't mean our daily dose of caffeine can't be luxurious – quite the opposite, in fact. There is no need to settle for ordinary coffee when Australia is home to some of the finest coffee roasters in the world. Thankfully, a certain team of coffee enthusiasts share our same passion for the holy java bean and have created a website where a roster of top-notch homegrown roasters have come to congregate. Say hello to ’Feind Coffee, a new online boutique full to the brim with coffee worth pouring over – from specialty instant varieties and perky pods to incredibly rare filters and enlivening espressos. more

Casual Dining
Celebrity chef Heston Blumenthal has teamed up with Grill'd to create a range of plant-based burgers
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Celebrity chef Heston Blumenthal has teamed up with Grill’d to create a range of plant-based burgers

For those not overly familiar, Heston Blumenthal is an English culinary whiz famed for his creative style of cookery. Curious gastronomers travel far and wide to get a taste of Heston's flavourful fare but with travelling no longer an option, inquisitive feasters have been forced to follow the age-old rule of 'look, but don't touch'. Until now, that is. Starting this week, you can get a taste of Heston's delicious creations without the pricey plane ticket as the burger-loving brainiacs at Grill'd have teamed up with the celebrity chef to create a lip-smacking line-up of plant-based burgers. more

Bars
Plant Vibes Cafe | Brisbane's best vegan spots
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Hospo heroes – the Brisbane venues offering takeaway in the current lockdown

Well, there we go, folks. Queensland’s three-day snap lockdown has been extended until at least 4:00 pm on Sunday August 8 – that means we’ve got a whole lot more time spent indoors on the cards. While we bide our time and wait for eventual freedom, spare a thought for the cafes, bars and restaurants doing it tough. If you’ve got a bit of cash to splash, consider getting a takeaway treat from your favourite local eatery! Whether you’re craving a coffee, have a hankering for a greasy burger or you’re just down to support your local, keep reading to find out how and where you can score some of Brisbane’s best takeaway bites and beverages during lockdown. more

Food News
Winter just got a whole lot warmer with City Winery's DIY mulled-wine kit
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Winter just got a whole lot warmer with City Winery’s DIY mulled-wine kit

When the temps are low and you're keen for a tipple, nothing tastes better than a soul-warming glass of mulled wine. This delicious drink may conjure up memories of Christmas markets afar, where it's usually referred to as glühwein and is a festive favourite when the snow begins to fall. Well friends, no need for the expensive plane ticket (not that we can travel there, anyway!) as this delightful sip is closer to home than you may think, as beloved drop dispensary City Winery is once again doling out its DIY mulled-wine kits! more

Pavement Whispers
Pavement Whispers: Volume 319 August 3
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Pavement Whispers: Volume 319 August 3

From news of a home-style Italian restaurant opening at West Village to Toowoomba's New York bodega meets Mexican good-time bar, 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

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In a Biskit may be coming back so 2021 is saved, y'all
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In a Biskit may be coming back so 2021 is saved, y’all

We won't lie – we find ourselves reminiscing about ghosts of snacks past quite often. A few of our personal favourite discontinued delicacies include Bisc&, caramel Paddle Pops, Starburst jelly beans and of course, the long-gone-but-not-forgotten In A Biskit crackers. In serendipitous circumstances, we've recently received a top-secret tip that In A Biskit – a true legend of the savoury snacking world – is speculated to be returning to supermarket shelves soon. It’s truly a 2021 miracle! more

Cafes
Beloved New Farm cafe Joedy's expands with new Fortitude Valley locale Joedy's by Eminence
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Beloved New Farm cafe Joedy’s expands with new Fortitude Valley locale Joedy’s by Eminence

If a cafe can survive a pandemic-induced lockdown the week it opens to the public, it can probably survive anything. In the case of New Farm brunch spot Joedy's Cafe, it not only survived, but thrived. The beloved hideaway managed to successfully navigate Brisbane's early lockdown period, going on to flourish into a perpetually busy hive of epicurean activity. Joedy's Cafe's reputation has spread to the team at Mosaic Property Group, which has enlisted the team to bring an expansion concept to the base of The Eminience on McLachlan Street in Fortitude Valley. In addition to delivering the cafe's established menu of classics and grab-and-go goodies, Joedy's by Eminence is also overseeing the building's private rooftop event space – a sky terrace boasting stunning city views and an array of eats and drinks curated and executed by the Joedy's team. more

Casual Dining
Banh Mi Factory is now slinging Vietnamese street food in a Newstead back street
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Banh Mi Factory is now slinging Vietnamese street food in a Newstead back street

There’s nothing quite like the feeling of sinking one’s teeth into the flaky crust of a bang-on banh mi, and few joints do the delicacy justice as well as Banh Mi Factory. The market-born Vietnamese street-food concept went legit in December 2019, snagging tastebuds of northside locals with its first bricks-and-mortar dispensary in Zillmere. Now the family-run business has expanded, opening a hole-in-the-wall dispensary on a side street in Newstead's fringe. Here the banh mis are fresh and flaky, stuffed with perfectly chargrilled proteins and served alongside noodle and rice bowls, snacks, sweet treats and authentic Vietnamese coffee. more

Cafes
Stock up on locally made goodies – and enjoy a delicious breakfast, too – at Woolloongabba's Musketeers Cafe
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Stock up on locally made goodies – and enjoy a delicious breakfast, too – at Woolloongabba’s Musketeers Cafe

The slice of Stanley Street that runs near the Mater Hospital has plenty to offer Woolloongabba locals (think chic rooftop bars, low-key music lounges and boozy beer gardens) – all it was missing was a reliable brunch and coffee spot. That all changed on Saturday July 24 when Musketeers Cafe opened in a gorgeous brick building alongside the strip's established locales. Not only can guests enjoy hot cups of caffeinated joy, but they can also park their posteriors in front of a plate of vegan- or vegetarian-friendly goodness. Take a look inside ... more

Food News
Pavement Whispers: Dexus and DAP & CO. to reinvigorate Eagle Street landmark Naldham House
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Pavement Whispers: Dexus and DAP & CO. to reinvigorate Eagle Street landmark Naldham House

The next few years will be big ones for Eagle Street, with a raft of large-scale redevelopment plans looking to considerably reshape the popular riverside precinct. Before real estate and development company Dexus breaks ground on Eagle Street's new features, it will first give some love to an established landmark. Dexus is teaming up with the hospitality group behind lauded venues Walter's Steakhouse, The Gresham and Popolo Italian Kitchen & Bar to revitalise the heritage-listed Naldham House with the aim of restoring the building and transforming it into a world-class dining destination. Here's what we know ... more

The Drop
The Drop with Olivia Evans – a guide to winter wine pairing for dinner parties at home
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The Drop with Olivia Evans – a guide to winter wine pairing for dinner parties at home

I’ve just lit the last candle on the dinner table, the final mood-setting touch set amongst the array of plates, glasses, wine vessels, cutlery-topped napkins and a flower from the garden. My guests will be here at any minute and my giddy hands are fluttering on details that I’m unsure whether they are for my own pleasure or for theirs, both I hope! A winter dinner party – quite possibly my favourite social occasion, my way of saying “I love you, let’s drink wine together”, all while we share food from a dish that permeates warmth from the centre of the table, revelling in the brief window of cold nights in Brisbane. Just as I pull the cork on the first bottle, there is a knock at the door. Perfect timing … more

Food News
Choose your own adventure – five Friday-night itineraries to suit your mood
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Choose your own adventure – five Friday-night itineraries to suit your mood

How we spend our Friday evening is a telltale sign for how good the ensuing weekend will be, so you had best make sure you plan it well. Whether you want to savour fancy fare from fine-dining restaurants, spend date night with a cocktail menu in hand, flex your competitive streak or lock in some wholesome family time, we've got the Brisbane City itinerary for you. Consider us your social wingman. more