Crustacean lovers, don your bibs and start licking your lips – King Crab Co has arrived. After wowing Brisbane diners at its flagship premises in Bulimba, the popular seafood den has finally scuttled south to our shores and will today (Wednesday December 12) officially open the doors to its first Gold Coast venue, perched right on the waterfront at Marina Mirage. more
For the past few years, taqueria Bonita Bonita has been delighting diners with tasty modern-Mexican fare and tequila-spiked tipples from its moody and eclectic digs in Mermaid Beach. This week, Bonita Bonita's bright, bubbly and sassy younger sibling, Frida Sol, arrived in Palm Beach – and we think you're going to like her. more
We've got Mariah Carey's Christmas album on repeat every single day and we're truly feeling the festive cheer! There is plenty happening across the coast this weekend – there's Christmas carols, festive markets, live music, art exhibitions, food-truck parties and (so much) more happening across all corners of the city. From Currumbin to Coomera and everywhere in between, here's what's happening on the Gold Coast this weekend. Enjoy! more
The team behind renowned dining spots Osteria in Casuarina, The Bombay Cricketers Club at Salt and Taverna in Kingscliff has opened the barn doors to a mouth-watering new establishment – Baked at Ancora. The waterfront patisserie and bakery is the first cafe-style venture for PLB Group, who have teamed up with former Paddock and Bam Bam pastry chef Gavin Rudd to bring the Parisian-style bakehouse to life. more
At this time of publication, there is less than two weeks until Christmas. We don’t want to set off any alarms, but if you haven’t sorted out your festive season gifts yet then time is running out. Don’t panic – we wouldn’t drop this time bomb on you without a way to disarm it before it blows up in your face. To help you out at this stressful time of the year, we’ve put together a handy little list of gifts you can get right now for him, for her, for the little ones, for your furry pals and for small-scale gifting. more
Sydney-born ex-Rockpool Bar & Grill chef, former MasterChef finalist and renowned London restaurateur Bonny Porter has unveiled her first Australian dining space, Bounty in Brunswick Heads. Well-known local identity David Lovett (most recently of Byron Bay's 100 Mile Table and formerly of Sydney's Uccello) has been appointed head chef for the breezy 80-seat establishment, which overlooks Simpsons Creek. more
So, we've used the excuse 'what the heck, it's Christmas' an excessive amount of times already this month. But we're allowed to – and so are you. We're really feeling the festive vibes this week, so we hand picked five fun and delicious hand-crafted festive-inspired eats that you need to experience this month. Go on, sink your teeth in – it's Christmas! more
When you spend New Year's Eve in Paris, there's a wondrous sense of magic in the air. This year, boutique hotel QT is bringing the magic and style of witnessing the clock strike midnight under the Eiffel Tower back to the Gold Coast with a spectacular French-themed soiree, spanning across three (yes, three!) lavish events. From fine feasts to real bubbles, this is set to be the ultimate Parisian affair. more
It’s no secret that we have a crush on Kowtow – the New Zealand label first captured our hearts back in 2007 with its stunning range of eco-conscious apparel. Just in time for summer, the brand has launched its debut swimwear collection – and what it’s made from is sure to surprise you. more
In July this year, the coast bid adieu to long-standing buffet icon Food Fantasy at The Star after three decades of delighting hungry diners. Droves of loyal locals clamoured for one final bottomless feast before extensive works began to bring its larger and more-refined successor, Harvest Buffet, to life. Wait no more – Harvest Buffet will officially open to the public today, Thursday December 13. more
From time to time we've brought you delicious news about the Wild Harvest nights at Newrybar dining gem Harvest – the events where noteworthy chefs from around the country descend on the leafy hinterland region and spend a day foraging with the Harvest team, before coming together to create and deliver an innovative menu based on the day's edible discoveries. If you loved the concept but never got to experience it, here's some news for you. more
Slow-fashion label RŪPAHAUS has released its newest apparel collection – a considered and hand-made series of naturally dyed, ethically made pieces for men and women. Named im Fruhling, the new drop captures the brand's ethos of preserving heritage and artisanal traditions, with a focus on handcrafted quality to cherish for years to come. more
When you think about one industry that could have a serious impact by going plant-based, sneakers are right up there. With more than 20 billion pairs of athletic footwear produced every year, it’s not exactly the most environmentally sound operation. Reebok is taking a step in the right direction with Cotton + Corn, its (and the world’s) first-ever totally plant-based athletic shoe. more
I hadn't addressed things about my past before, and I just had this real urge to do it and to explore what I had been through ...~ Maz DeVita more
Art enables us to find ourselves and lose ourselves at the same time ...~ Thomas Merton
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