Cafes
Savour seafood and spritzes up high at Kangaroo Point's new cliffside cafe Joey's
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Savour seafood and spritzes up high at Kangaroo Point’s new cliffside cafe Joey’s

29 Oct 2020

The Kangaroo Point cliffs boast some of the best views in all of Brisbane, which is why diners need to be incredibly excited for the arrival of Joey's – the brand-new restaurant and bar that is taking full advantage of the cliff's stunning vistas. Several of Brisbane's hospitality elite have come together to craft a venue that blends quintessential sun-dappled Queenslander vibes with a chic and summery European feel, which is definitely a combination we can get behind! more

Bars
Get cosy at The Valley's larder-meets-wine-bar Lloyd's General Store
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Get cosy at The Valley’s larder-meets-wine-bar Lloyd’s General Store

29 Oct 2020

In a perfect world, every street would boast some combination of three local essentials – a cafe, a bar and a delicatessen – of its own. It's wishful thinking, sure, but there's good news for locals that live on or closer to the northern end of Brunswick Street. Lloyd's General Store is a new three-in-one hotspot has just opened where Brunswick Street meets Gregory Terrace. Serving coffee and croissants by day and wine and charcuterie by night (as well as acting as a providore the entire time), Lloyd's is comfy, convenient and oh so charming. more

Food News
Byron Bay restaurants and foodie heroes team up to support Melbourne’s hospitality industry
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Byron Bay restaurants and foodie heroes team up to support Melbourne’s hospitality industry

28 Oct 2020

This week we were gifted with the great news that Melbourne is finally coming out lockdown, with the city's cafes, restaurants and pubs able to reopen come Wednesday October 27. To help the city's struggling hospo industry get back on track, dining and drinking destinations across Byron Bay and the Northern Rivers are joining forces for a new initiative, aptly called Byron for Melbourne. From Friday November 6, the charitable collaboration will see various venues in the beachside towns raise awareness and money all in the name of a good cause. more

Food News
Score the best in bubbly booze at new online bottle-o Fizztopia
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Score the best in bubbly booze at new online bottle-o Fizztopia

27 Oct 2020

The silly season is fast approaching, and that usually means a few trips to the bottle-o for some celebratory bubbly. Helping you streamline the sparkling stuff straight to your home is Fizztopia, a new online bottle shop that exclusively sells bubbly beverages. Created with fizz fans in mind, the store stocks a tried-and-tested range of craft beers, ciders, seltzers, sparkling wines (hello, pet nat) and even non-alcoholic alternatives that taste just like the real deal. more

Pavement Whispers
Pavement Whispers: Volume 281 October 27
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Pavement Whispers: Volume 281 October 27

27 Oct 2020

From news of a new inner-city coffee bar from Industry Beans to an overwater cocktail 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 (while also supporting our local hospitality industry). When we put our ears to the pavement this week, this is what we found out … more

Bars
Get a slice of the action at California Lane's new Kill Bill-inspired bar Kiddo
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Get a slice of the action at California Lane’s new Kill Bill-inspired bar Kiddo

23 Oct 2020

Of contemporary cinema's pantheon of visionary directors, Quentin Tarantino is perhaps the most singular of the bunch. His knack for crafting visceral filmic masterpieces has earned him a huge following, and his two-part saga Kill Bill is a cult favourite for many. A martial-arts epic that has endured thanks to its stylised cinematography, iconic action scenes and effortlessly cool aesthetics, the film's impact continues to materialise in unforeseen ways. Fortitude Valley’s newest bar and eatery Kiddo (named after Kill Bill’s lead character Beatrix Kiddo aka The Bride aka Black Mamba – played by Uma Thurman) is taking some cues from QT’s blood-soaked tale of revenge, creating a unique hospitality experience that channels QT's style through its vivid decor, menu of Japanese-fusion eats and selection of creative cocktails. more

Cafes
Italian eats, dumplings and a coffee fave headline Montague Markets' first wave of openings
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Italian eats, dumplings and a coffee fave headline Montague Markets’ first wave of openings

22 Oct 2020

After years living in the shadow of the bustling boulevard that is Boundary Street, West End's Montague Road is flourishing, becoming a high street in its own right thanks to an influx of hospitality and residential projects. Recently the street has welcomed the likes of Superthing, Grown, Brisbane Distillery Company, Ehden Bar & Kitchen, Ballistic Beer's alehouse and La Lupa, and now a new mixed-use development is bolstering the local dining scene further. Montague Markets has welcomed the first wave of its hospitality tenants – Voglia, Jia by Fat Dumpling and The Cheeky Bean – all of which are owned by seasoned operators looking to tap into West End's lifestyle. more

Bars
Let's get loud – moody rock ‘n' roll-inspired boozer O'Skulligans opens in The Valley
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Let’s get loud – moody rock ‘n’ roll-inspired boozer O’Skulligans opens in The Valley

22 Oct 2020

It's been a weird year for Brisbane's nightlife, but as revellers gradually slink back to their favourite watering holes, Fortitude Valley's bar scene is starting to not only show signs of a bounce back, but also some growth. The Happy Horsemen, the hospitality collective behind bars like Black Bear Lodge, Blute's Bar and The Brightside has shaken up its portfolio, transforming understated cocktail joint Barbara into rough-and-tumble live-music bar O'Skulligans. If you're keen to take a walk on the dark side, don your battle vest or leather jacket and scope out Warner Street's new rowdy resident. more

Cafes
Sweetshop Specialty Coffee brings Australia's best roasts to Bardon
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Sweetshop Specialty Coffee brings Australia’s best roasts to Bardon

22 Oct 2020

The mantra for any food business operating in Brisbane this year should be 'slow and steady'. Sweetshop Specialty Coffee has been operating under this philosophy since quietly opening for coffee and snacks only back in June, but now the Stuartholme Road haunt is looking to make its presence known to all with the activation of its brand-new kitchen. If you're serious about your morning cup or are simply looking to branch out on your next brunch journey, make a trip to this Bardon beauty a top priority. more

Recipes
Invest in a little self-care this Saturday with a bowl of chicken gravy and crisp Brussels sprouts pasta
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Invest in a little self-care this Saturday with a bowl of chicken gravy and crisp Brussels sprouts pasta

22 Oct 2020

Forget the sourdough-baking addiction of early 2020, Elizabeth Hewson is reviving the ancient art of pasta making as the must-try stuck-at-home leisure pursuit to get us through this bizarre new reality. Combining self-care ritual with hunger-busting necessity, the foodie found that the slow act of crafting pasta by hand could serve as a form of therapy and keep her anxiety at bay during difficult times. As this year continues to throw challenges our way, many may find similar consolation from preparing their own bowl of comforting carbs. Pop on a soothing playlist and stir up this soul-cuddling pasta sauce of chicken gravy and crisp Brussels sprouts from Elizabeth’s forthcoming cookbook, Saturday Night Pasta. Elizabeth has put her own spin on this Italian favourite, describing it as “the dish that gives me a hug when the world does not”. If you want to take your culinary therapy a… more

Bakeries
Sweets and The City – Jocelyn's Provisions opens a new locale on Eagle Street
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Sweets and The City – Jocelyn’s Provisions opens a new locale on Eagle Street

22 Oct 2020

If there was anything that Brisbane's bustling inner city lacked, it was a Jocelyn's Provisions location to call its own. Well, that changed this week as the cakes, bread and pastries outfit opened the doors to its brand-new location opposite the Riverside Centre on Eagle Street. Not just a colourful spot to grab a sweet treat, fresh salad, pre-made meal or a loaf of artisanal bread, this Jocelyn's outpost is also catering to the hungry time-poor hordes with cheesy bacon-and-egg wraps, decadent croque monsieurs and lemon-and-ricotta bundt cakes. more

Cafes
Little Salt perks up James Street with its chic coffee kiosk
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Little Salt perks up James Street with its chic coffee kiosk

22 Oct 2020

Any piccolo sipper will tell you that when it comes to coffee, sometimes the biggest hits come in small packages. This is a mantra that Little Salt takes to heart. The pint-sized coffee spot is the newest venture from the Salt. Coffee Roasters crew – a sun-soaked caffeine dispensary that officially opens today, Friday October 16, just off James Street. Don't let the name full you – Little Salt may be small, but its brew boasts a big flavour. more

Pavement Whispers
Pavement Whispers: Volume 280 October 20
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Pavement Whispers: Volume 280 October 20

20 Oct 2020

From news of a cheeky spaghetti bar coming to Teneriffe to a Swiss-influenced patisserie in the works over in Bulimba, The Weekend Edition is always on the search for the latest food news in Brisbane, dedicated to ensuring its readers are in the know (while also supporting our local hospitality industry). When we put our ears to the pavement this week, this is what we found out … more