Cafes
Byron-born caffeine crew Moonshine Coffee opens its first Brisbane joint in Kangaroo Point

Byron-born caffeine crew Moonshine Coffee opens its first Brisbane joint in Kangaroo Point

By James Frostick 28 May 2020

As the restrictions on restaurants, bars and cafes started to ease over the past couple of weeks, Kangaroo Point residents emerged from their iso-bubbles to the smell of coffee. While we were in lockdown, the brains from Byron Bay's Moonshine Coffee Roasters had been biding their time, waiting for strict restrictions to be lifted before properly unveiling their first Brisbane cafe. Moonshine Coffee softly opened in early May, and it has added a tasty slice of the Northern Rivers to our local caffeine scene. more

Food News
Go nuts for Krispy Kreme's new limited-edition Snickers doughnut collab
Food & Drink

Go nuts for Krispy Kreme’s new limited-edition Snickers doughnut collab

29 May 2020

Krispy Kreme is on a roll this year. After the massive success of its Maltesers collab in March, the mad scientists (or should we say creative geniuses) over at Krispy Kreme decided to team up with another iconic chocolate to create not just one, but two moreish confectionary concoctions. Say hello to Snickers doughnuts – sweet rings of nutty, nougat-filled goodness that are sure to really satisfy. more

Events
Become a pasta master with Dario Manca's Italy-spanning workshops at Joedy's Cafe
Food & Drink

Become a pasta master with Dario Manca’s Italy-spanning workshops at Joedy’s Cafe

28 May 2020

As much as we love inhaling serves of spaghetti, tonnes of tortellini and copious amounts of cannelloni, we can’t even begin to classify ourselves as pasta experts until we’ve actually learned the basics of pasta making. Let’s be honest, homemade pasta is infinitely better than packet portions, but relying on YouTube tutorials and convoluted recipes isn’t the way to master the art. If you’re going to learn, you might as well learn from the best. Joedy Kyle of Joedy’s Cafe is teaming up with good pal and world-class pasta meastro Dario Manca to host 20 weeks of intimate, hands-on specialty pasta-making classes at Joedy’s New Farm eatery starting from Sunday June 7. Here’s what you can expect … more

Community
What's on in(side) Brisbane this weekend
Event News

What’s on in(side) Brisbane this weekend

28 May 2020

Ahh, blessed be the weekend. Is it just us, or is time going quicker than usual? Though we can't complain when another Friday rolls around. Whether you've made a date with your couch and the television remote or you're wanting to make the most of this weekend's sunny weather forecast, we've rounded up the top things happening from Spice Girls house parties and celeb-filled novel readings to Dirty Dancing at the drive-in movies and Brisbane's best day trips. Welcome to another edition of what's on in(side) Brisbane this weekend. more

Quick quarantine updates – the coronavirus news you need to know

Quick quarantine updates – the coronavirus news you need to know

With everything that's happening at the moment, our social-media feeds and news websites are becoming inundated with waves of coronavirus-related information – almost too much to keep up with! To help you stay on top of the most-important announcements, we've put together a regularly updated rundown of the day's top stories – some lighthearted, some a bit more serious, but all worthy pieces of information. more

Get comfy! Foxtel's new streaming service Binge is luring you into a vortex of HBO hits
Gentlefolk

Get comfy! Foxtel’s new streaming service Binge is luring you into a vortex of HBO hits

28 May 2020

Yes, it’s another streaming service. Though, much like plants, puppies and biscuits, should there be a limit to how many we can enjoy? In the wise words of Cady Heron – the limit does not exist. So, with that in mind, let’s get to know Binge – a new streaming platform from Foxtel. It's armed with a library of smash-hit shows, iconic movies, cult classics and docos from the likes of HBO, Warner Bros and BBC, and it's here to make you want to kick back and, well, binge. more

Best of Brisbane
The round-up: Brisbane’s best markets
Food & Drink

The round-up: Brisbane’s best markets

28 May 2020

For us, the perfect weekend always starts with a visit to our local farmers market. Sometimes we go for the fresh produce, other times we simply go to catch up with friends and snack on some tasty market grub. Thankfully our local farmers markets have stayed open throughout the COVID-19 lockdowns, with a greater focus on social distancing implemented to keep us safe while we support our independent farmers. If you're keen to avoid the grocery stores and get some fresh air at the same time, consider having a browse of this list of some of Brisbane’s best markets, with each packed with fresh food, sublime coffee, and some great community atmosphere. more

Food News
W Brisbane’s penthouse suite opens for a one-of-a-kind sky-high dining experience
Food & Drink

W Brisbane’s penthouse suite opens for a one-of-a-kind sky-high dining experience

28 May 2020

With restaurants reopening across the city, a lot of us are wanting to make our first dine-in experience a special one. Although W Brisbane's five-star accomodation and its restaurants remain closed for now, the W team have decided to swing open the doors to its lavish penthouse, so you and nine of your closest mates can experience top-level wining and dining with some pretty good views to boot. If you're keen to experience a boozy lunch like a VIP, then read on ... more

Markets
Get crafty in isolation with Finders Keepers At Home
Event News

Get crafty in isolation with Finders Keepers At Home

27 May 2020

Ordinarily, strolling from stall to stall at the Finders Keepers market with a coffee in one hand and baked goods in the other is a leisurely pursuit that we look forward to with anticipation. These times, however, are far from ordinary. Rather than sit at home and cry into their (probably homemade) pillows, the crafty folk behind the much-loved design market have done what they do best and got a little creative to bring you Finders Keepers At Home. If you still have a calendar (optimism, we love to see it!) go ahead and book out June 19 to 21 because you won't want to miss a minute. more

Recipes
No mess, no fuss – easy but delicious one-pan, one-tray or one-pot meal recipes
Food & Drink

No mess, no fuss – easy but delicious one-pan, one-tray or one-pot meal recipes

28 May 2020

Being confined to our homes for the last couple of months has lead to a lot more cooking and, for a while there, we really embraced our extra time to expand our recipe repertoire. We're starting to get to the point, however, where we're pretty tired and craving something delicious, but super easy. Not just when it comes to prep, either – we also don't want much to clean up. To help you maximise on flavour and your free time, we've found five one-pan, one-tray or one-pot meal recipes so you can skip the washing up and get back to your Netflix binge. more

Event Highlights

Markets
Northey Street Organic Farmers Market
Every Sunday, 6:00 am - 11:00 am

Northey Street Organic Farmers Market

Markets
Mount Gravatt Farmers Markets
Every Sunday, from 6:00 am to 12:00 pm

Mount Gravatt Farmers Markets

Markets
Brisbane City Markets
Every Wednesday, 8:00 am to 6:00 pm

Brisbane City Markets

Markets
Jan Powers Powerhouse Farmers Markets
Every Saturday, 6:00 am to 12:00 pm

Jan Powers Powerhouse Farmers Markets

Community
Fish Lane Festival
5 Sep 2020

Fish Lane Festival

Events: What's on in Brisbane this week. Start planning your weekend

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Community
Hillsong Church

Hillsong Church

Exhibitions
COLOUR: See the world in a new light

COLOUR: See the world in a new light

Community
City Hall tours

City Hall tours

Exhibitions
Almost the Last Supper: New work by Merton Chambers

Almost the Last Supper: New work by Merton Chambers

Next 07 Days See all events this week
Community
Mercy Story and Adderton Exhibitions Tour

Mercy Story and Adderton Exhibitions Tour

Markets
Suitcase Rummage in Brisbane City

Suitcase Rummage in Brisbane City

Food
Moo and Glue Carina Farmers, Craft and Boutique Market

Moo and Glue Carina Farmers, Craft and Boutique Market

Exhibitions
Megan Seres – Catherine, Ellen, Florence, Jane

Megan Seres – Catherine, Ellen, Florence, Jane

Play
Work that couch groove – the best new streaming shows to see you through winter
Gentlefolk

Work that couch groove – the best new streaming shows to see you through winter

28 May 2020

We're not going to beat around the bush here – it's cold outside and there's a global pandemic going on, so that's more than enough reason for us to get cosy, crack a red, order food from our favourite restaurant(s) and settle in for a solid session of TV time. Sounds pretty excellent doesn't it? The only problem with that plan is that with so many different streaming services available, just finding something good to watch can be half the battle. Plus, iso means we're reallllyyyy churning through those series faster than ever before. Well friends, good news. There are a bunch of new streaming shows and movies on their way to your screens very soon – and we've picked the best ones for you. more

Food News
A night at the theatre – treat yourself to a personal concert and world-class fare at The Tivoli's new intimate restaurant
Food & Drink

A night at the theatre – treat yourself to a personal concert and world-class fare at The Tivoli’s new intimate restaurant

28 May 2020

A much-loved Brisbane institution favourited by avid concert-goers, The Tivoli has welcomed musicians of all genres since its doors first opened to the public in 1917. Since the theatre's temporary closure in March due to COVID19, a large number of The Tivoli's devotees have been left feeling a little lost without their regular trips to the venue. Thankfully, The Tivoli is reopening its gates once more, revealing a new intimate in-venue takeover experience that will blow the socks off both lovers of terrific music and mouth-watering eats. more

Sexy sourdoughs and banging baguettes – Trojan's 69-page bread cookbook reminds couples to get busy
Gentlefolk

Sexy sourdoughs and banging baguettes – Trojan’s 69-page bread cookbook reminds couples to get busy

26 May 2020

In the last few months, couples living in the same space have spent more time together than ever before — and they have been baking bread together like there's no tomorrow. Whether it's sourdough, babka or bread of the banana variety, quarantine baking surpassed every other indoor activity in terms of popularity, including bedroom antics. To help you and your partner spice up your self-iso sex life, the clever clogs over at Trojan decided to release an e-cookbook called Rising Time, which boasts 69 pages worth of sensual bread recipes to help get you going. As the age-old saying goes – if you can't handle the heat, get out of the kitchen ... and take things into the bedroom. more

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The Locals Next week: A BRISBANE LOCAL

Dr. Chris Gillies
There are lots of examples of how society can change behaviours and improve livelihoods, so the tools already exist for how we minimise the impact of these issues and improve ocean health ... ~ Dr. Chris Gillies more

Weekly Inspire… Theme of the Week: words of wisdom

If you can put a better thought into a child's head during their difficult years, then I think you've done something worthwhile ... ~ John Curro AM MBE

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