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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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Pavement Whispers: Volume 305 April 27

27 Apr 2021

From news of a pop-up eatery serving woodfired and chargrilled cuisine to a Michelin-starred chef's plant-based dinner event, 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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Here’s the tea – LÜCHA Black Bar and Dining is now open in The City

22 Apr 2021

You can never have too much of a good thing, especially when the thing in question is some of the tea-infused goodness from LÜCHA Kitchen + Bar. The beloved Elizabeth Street eatery doubling its presence in the inner-city, opening brand-new sibling site LÜCHA Black Bar and Dining today, Thursday April 22, in Albert Lane. This sophisticated newcomer builds upon the strong foundations laid by its more casual older sibling by focusing on group dining and curated culinary expeditions – just think of everything you love about the LÜCHA dining experience, then multiply it! more

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MICA Express dishes prompt pasties and swift sandwiches at MacArthur Central

22 Apr 2021

If you're choosy when it comes to croissants or picky about pastries in general, there's a good chance you're already intimately familiar with the baked goodies at MICA Brasserie. The lauded Breakfast Creek cafe, patisserie, bar and bistro caused a bit of a stir with locals when it opened last year, but its arrival was only step one of a greater plan. MICA Express is a new grab-and-go-oriented satellite location that is bringing the bakery's popular French-inspired goodies to MacArthur Central, which is terrific news for any discerning danish devourer in the inner city. more

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Lebanese delights on show at West Village’s new eatery Beirut Bazaar

22 Apr 2021

If you've strolled past West Village lately, no doubt you've spied the scaffolding and hoarding that hints at the living, commercial and retail hub's next stage. Should you wander by again, do yourself a favour and check out Beirut Bazaar, the brand-new Lebanese restaurant and bar that is leading West Village's next phase of expansion. The venue officially opened to the public on Thursday April 15, debuting a menu boasting mountains of mezza, succulent shawarma and raki-infused cocktails. more

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Small package, big flavours – Little Digs brings plant-based goodness to Fortitude Valley

22 Apr 2021

Little Digs on Little Street officially opened to the public last week, but has wasted no time drawing in plant-based eaters with its menu of Thai-influenced eats. From burritos bursting at the seams with nutritious ingredients to drool-worthy desserts, Little Digs might be little in size, but its menu is big in flavour. more

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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

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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Weekend sundowners sorted – Spuntini Bar pops up at Howard Smith Wharves

22 Apr 2021

Oh, to be cosied up at one of the many bars that dot Italy's Amalfi Coast, spritz in hand, a plate of snacks at our elbow and a picturesque view spreading out in front of us. Forgive the wistful daydreaming – the travel bug has bitten us, hard. The imaginative crew at Howard Smith Wharves is looking to soothe our wanderlust woes, with brand-new pop-up concept Spuntini Bar acting as a healing balm for anyone chafing at the thought of no Italian sojourn in 2021. more

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Impress without the mess – five delicious entertaining ideas that don’t require cooking

21 Apr 2021

A large feast, lots of wine and good conversation — a dinner party is a combination of winning ingredients. If you're planning on hosting a few of your mates over a table (or perhaps a picnic mat) of delicious eats but you don't want to cook for 48 hours straight, then we suggest hitting up The Stores Grocer in West End. Full to the brim with sweet and savoury delights, your next communal culinary experience is going to be one for the books – and by that, we mean the 'gram. Here's what to put into your basket, whether you're throwing a meatless Monday dinner soiree, an al fresco lunch or an Italian-inspired banquet ... more

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Pavement Whispers: Volume 304 April 20

20 Apr 2021

From news of a two-week celebration of drinking and dining to a sky-high Mediterranean-inspired bar coming to Fortitude Valley, 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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Dining on a dime – where to grab Queen Street Mall’s best cheap eats this autumn

15 Apr 2021

Venturing into the city for lunch but want to stick to a budget? Luckily for those strapped for cash, there's no shortage of cheap eats in and around Queen Street Mall, so much so that sometimes the options are a bit overwhelming. If you're searching for a tastebud-tingling feast that will fill your belly but not empty your wallet, we have rounded up some dynamite deals that are being dished out. Read on to find out what you should stick a fork in to ... more

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

15 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

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Savour bliss in a bowl at Rosalie’s charming Japanese eatery Uncle Don

15 Apr 2021

Japan has gifted the world an incredible array of culinary marvels – sushi, shabu shabu, yakitori, udon, the list goes on. Perhaps one of the most versatile staples of Japanese cuisine is donburi, a deceptively simple rice-bowl dish that is being given a gourmet overhaul at Rosalie newcomer Uncle Don. more

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Hashtag Burgers & Waffles brings its whopping range to West End

15 Apr 2021

Burgers and waffles are two dishes that don't often get a chance to partner up – one is a lunchtime classic, the other is a breakfast and dessert staple. Opportunities for both to combine don't occur frequently, unless you happen to be dining at Hashtag Burgers & Waffles, that is. The hugely popular concept has just opened a new bricks-and-mortar space in West End, giving folks more elbow room for burger chomping and ample kitchen space to debut some new items. more

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Sustainability, seasonality and locally sourced staples a fixture at Kenmore’s Good Grace

15 Apr 2021

Brunch is great in and of itself, but our gourmandising experience is always improved when we know where everything on our plate has come from. Kenmore newcomer Good Grace is an eatery that's all about going to bat for local growers and suppliers, with a menu of scrumptious house-made fare prepared with native ingredients (much of which is sourced from nearby micro-farms) and sustainably grown fair-trade coffee on offer. more

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

15 Apr 2021

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

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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

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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

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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