Bakeries
Get the first look at Lune Croissanterie's Burnett Lane dispensary before it opens this Friday

Get the first look at Lune Croissanterie’s Burnett Lane dispensary before it opens this Friday

By James Frostick 11 Aug 2022

If you work in The City or love pastries so much that you're willing to head into town for a fix, then we've got some great news for you. Lune Croissanterie will officially open its new store in Burnett Lane this Friday August 12. From 7:30 am, Lune Burnett Lane will be selling tray after tray of its world-famous croissants as well as its perfect pain au chocolate and crave-worthy cruffins. We were lucky enough to get an advance look inside before the lines form out front – read on for the scoop! more

Bars
Pavement Whispers: set a course for Soma – a neighbourhood bar opening in Hervey Bay this October
Food & Drink

Pavement Whispers: set a course for Soma – a neighbourhood bar opening in Hervey Bay this October

11 Aug 2022

Most of us have dreamed of instigating a sea change at different points in our lives, but few of us gather up the courage to ditch the big smoke in favour of a life of sun, sand and surf. Both Timo van Hest and Neil Yates relocated to Hervey Bay a couple of years back and haven't looked back since. In fact, the two hospitality veterans (boasting experience at venues like Cobbler, Maker, Longsong and Easy Tiger) are looking to plant more roots in the area with Soma, a soon-to-open bar and nosh spot serving an ever-evolving selection of natural wines, a similarly ephemeral range of cocktails and Euro-familiar eats with Southeast Asian twists (such as half lobster with curry butter and frites). It sounds like something worth trekking north for! Here's what we know ... more

Community
What's on in Brisbane this weekend
Event News

What’s on in Brisbane this weekend

11 Aug 2022

The Ekka fun continues this weekend! That means showbags, strawberry desserts and super-cute farm animals will be aplenty in our beautiful city. Apart from Queensland's largest annual event, there's also a stack of exciting happenings coming to Brisbane over the next few days – you can check out nature-inspired art exhibitions, attend groovy gigs and see fairytale-inspired musicals. Here's our pick of some of the best things to do this weekend ... more

Cafes
Peach Cafe in Auchenflower unveils a fresh look and eye-catching (and mouth-watering) brunch menu
Food & Drink

Peach Cafe in Auchenflower unveils a fresh look and eye-catching (and mouth-watering) brunch menu

11 Aug 2022

If it's been a minute since you've dined at Peach Cafe in Auchenflower, do yourself a favour and pencil it in for your next brunch hang. The family-friendly cafe has evolved considerably since opening in 2019, adding some new elements to the space while also completely overhauling its menu with jaw-dropping items like dulce de leche fondue with caramel custard, po' boy Bennies and shakshuka with a side of garlic bread. more

The recap: the best new Brisbane restaurants, bars and cafes this month

The recap: the best new Brisbane restaurants, bars and cafes this month

The cold weather hasn't deterred locals from venturing outside this month. In fact, Brisbane seemed to be heating up from what we can see – at least as far as its food and drink scene is concerned! July was a big one for new openings. We saw the opening of a slick wine bar from the Lune Croissanterie crew, a neon-lit eatery serving Chinese-Peruvian cuisine and a Greek restaurant in the heart of West Village. See what we mean? It was loaded! Here are the new arrivals we loved this month ... more

Grooming
Meet the mobile barber offering scenic cuts in his custom-made van
Gentleman

Meet the mobile barber offering scenic cuts in his custom-made van

11 Aug 2022

For many, heading to the barber is more than just a haircut. It's a safe space to hang out, have a chat and take some time out from the everyday – bonus points if the barber does a mean haircut while you're there. After serving many years and discharging from the military, Gary Wilson turned to barbering in 2018 as a way to connect and relate with others while overcoming feelings of isolation. Since then, he has moved north from Coffs Harbour to create the Jolly Roger Mobile Barber van, the perfect place to get a fade, have a yarn, make a new mate and even indulge in a cut-throat shave.  more

Music
Prepare to boogie – five artists to catch at this year's BIGSOUND
Event News

Prepare to boogie – five artists to catch at this year’s BIGSOUND

09 Aug 2022

In case you've been living under a rock (if so, we hope you're comfy), we're pretty stoked to tell you that BIGSOUND, the southern hemisphere’s biggest celebration of new music, is back! Set to take over Fortitude Valley from September 6–9, the ripper festival boasts a jam-packed line-up of homegrown and international stars. We've handpicked five not-to-be-missed artists that will rock the stages of BIGSOUND. more

Restaurants
Pavement Whispers: forthcoming Coorparoo eatery Ramona Trattoria is opening this weekend
Food & Drink

Pavement Whispers: forthcoming Coorparoo eatery Ramona Trattoria is opening this weekend

11 Aug 2022

With a seasoned hospitality veteran (boasting experience at Quay, Biota, Paper Daisy and a year-long stint at Tartine in San Francisco) at the helm, Ramona Trattoria will be serving natural wines, cocktails and Italian eats made the old-school way. The exciting new eatery will officially open to the public on Sunday August 14, marking another tremendous score for a suburb that is rapidly vaulting into the ranks of the city's best foodie hubs. Here's what we know ... more

Explore abodes unknown at Brisbane Open House
Event News

Explore abodes unknown at Brisbane Open House

09 Aug 2022

If you’ve ever spotted a beautiful or interesting building while trekking through The City and pondered its origin story, soon you'll be able to find out. Brisbane Open House is back with a jam-packed program from August 27–28! Divulging secrets behind some of The City's most alluring spaces, Brisbane Open House will feature some of Brisbane's most iconic venues alongside breathtaking and newly built beauties. Always wanted the keys to The City? This is your chance! more

Pavement Whispers
Pavement Whispers: The team behind Cali Beach Club and Surfers Pavilion acquires the GPO Hotel in The Valley
Food & Drink

Pavement Whispers: The team behind Cali Beach Club and Surfers Pavilion acquires the GPO Hotel in The Valley

11 Aug 2022

A long-standing Fortitude Valley icon is set to get a new lease on life courtesy of a $7-million makeover from a group of Gold Coast movers and shakers. Artesian Hospitality, the team behind Cali Beach Club, has acquired the building's lease, setting plans in motion for an expansion into Brisbane's premiere party district. Here's what we know ... more

Event Highlights

Food
Show-Stopping High Tea
13 - 14 Aug 2022

Show-Stopping High Tea

Food
Grand Opening of Zeneldin's IGA at Portside Wharf
20 Aug 2022

Grand Opening of Zeneldin’s IGA at Portside Wharf

Theatre
Holding Achilles
29 Aug - 10 Sep 2022

Holding Achilles

Music
BIGSOUND 2022
6 - 9 Sep 2022

BIGSOUND 2022

Food
Blooms & Tunes
10 - 11 Sep 2022

Blooms & Tunes

Festival
MOSAIC Multicultural Festival 2022
18 Sep 2022

MOSAIC Multicultural Festival 2022

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SparkLab

SparkLab

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Ray Chen: In Recital

Ray Chen: In Recital

Music
Sounds by Starlight at Westfield Chermside

Sounds by Starlight at Westfield Chermside

Theatre
Love Lust Lost

Love Lust Lost

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Exhibitions
the churchie emerging art prize 2022

the churchie emerging art prize 2022

Community
City Hall tours

City Hall tours

Exhibitions
Murder Mystery – Wedding Murder

Murder Mystery – Wedding Murder

Exhibitions
State Library of Queensland Gallery Walk

State Library of Queensland Gallery Walk

Exhibitions
Artist in Residence: Anita Holtsclaw

Artist in Residence: Anita Holtsclaw

Pavement Whispers: Volume 370 August 9
Food & Drink

Pavement Whispers: Volume 370 August 9

09 Aug 2022

From news of Fortitude Valley's new Peruvian- and Japanese-inspired rooftop restaurant to the imminent opening of an anticipated trattoria in Coorparoo, 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

Restaurants
Amalfi comes to Eagle Street – Massimo Restaurant & Bar unveils its post-flood makeover
Food & Drink

Amalfi comes to Eagle Street – Massimo Restaurant & Bar unveils its post-flood makeover

04 Aug 2022

Nearly six months on from the floods that forced it to close its doors for refurbishment, Eagle Street's Massimo Restaurant & Bar has reopened with a fresh look and a phenomenal new menu to boot. The Italian-inspired destination has taken the opportunity to overhaul its interior vibe, maximising its riverside location with a coastal-chic, Amalfi-inspired makeover. What's more, the kitchen is now turning out a suite of appetising antipasti, house-made pasta, ocean-fresh seafood and from-the-farm proteins. Here's what's on offer ... more

The Locals Next week: A BRISBANE LOCAL

Chris Booth
I actually really love the super high focus, demands and complexities of exhibitions of this scale – it’s great way to test yourself and to push the breadth of your professional capacities ... ~ Chris Booth more

Weekly Inspire… Theme of the Week: words of wisdom

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