Step inside Rothwell’s Bar & Grill – Brisbane City’s new home of classic bistro dining

By James Frostick 25 Nov 2021

Brisbane City's restaurant scene is having a moment, with a number of elegant eateries setting up inside some of the precinct's glamorous heritage-listed buildings. The newest entrant, Rothwell's Bar & Grill, opened on Edward Street on Tuesday November 23 and immediately turned heads with its well-dressed interior and menu of sumptuous European-tinged bistro fare. It's no wonder that this opening is causing a stir – it's the result of a partnership between the owner of 1889 Enoteca and the former head chef of Aria Brisbane. If that's not enough of a blue-chip pedigree to get you interested, we don't know what to tell you. We took a tour inside Rothwell's Bar & Grill – here's what we saw ... more

Food & Drink

Fire up the foodie signal – comic-book-inspired bar 1st Edition opens in Fortitude Valley

26 Nov 2021

It's time to don our secret identities and slip into our spandex costumes – all superheroes are urged to seek out 1st Edition, The Valley's brand-new comic–book–inspired bar and eatery. Tucked away in an out-of-the-way location in California Lane, 1st Edition is drawing inspo from the pages of comics and graphic novels for its range of punchy plates and tongue-tantalising tipples. Hop in the Batmobile, jump in the Quinjet or make like Spider-Man and swing through for a visit ... more

Food & Drink

Head to Teneriffe joint, Rita’s Tequila and Taqueria, for mezcal, margaritas and playful non-Mexican cuisine

25 Nov 2021

We're calling it now – this summer will be the season of margaritas. Give us agave in abundance, all the citrus juice we can handle and a silly amount of salt and we'll be content. Rita's Tequila and Taqueria – the new bar and eatery from the spaghetti-slinging Siffredi's crew – is making margaritas galore at its location at the base of the Australian Mercantile Land & Finance Woolstores on Vernon Terrace in Teneriffe. In addition to mouth-watering riffs on the zingy cocktail staple, expect a playful take on Mexican snacks (including braised roo tail tacos and raw tuna tostadas) and some breezy street-side ambiance. more

Food & Drink

Pavement Whispers: Simon Gloftis to open high-end Japanese restaurant Sushi Room at The Calile Hotel

25 Nov 2021

We know what you're thinking – isn't Simon Gloftis already opening a new restaurant? Yes, eagle-eyed friends, he is. But when Simon Gloftis has a vision, there isn't much that can stop him. In addition to anticipated all-vegetarian eatery Sunshine, Simon Gloftis and his skilled team have just announced that they will also be opening a Japanese restaurant – Sushi Room – in the early months of 2022. We chatted with Simon this week to get all of the delicious details ... more

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

We don't want to alarm you, but today is November 25. Just let that sink in – November. 25. With one incredibly busy month ahead of us in the lead up to Christmas, we thought we should stop and reflect on the month that has been. October boasted a cavalcade of openings, from a retro Italian restaurant to a heritage-listed brasserie housed in an old bank. Been too busy to check in on Brisbane's dining scene lately? Here is a quick round-up of the best new Brisbane restaurants, bars and cafes of the month. more

Event News

Kylie Jenner and ’90s nostalgia – La Boite Theatre lifts the curtain on its explosive 2022 season

25 Nov 2021

We're close to running out of pages on our 2021 calendar and this means one thing – the new year looms and with it comes a collection of exciting events set to hit our city. Kelvin Grove entertainment destination La Boite Theatre will inject a bounty of thrilling theatre experiences into 2022 including killer comedies, heart-tugging musicals, reimaginings of Oscar Wilde favourites and rip-roaring page-to-stage adaptations. Here's a taste of what you can expect to hit the mainstage soon ... more

Food & Drink

Raise the roof – Valley Hops Brewing unveils its sun-soaked brewhouse and bar

25 Nov 2021

Brisbane has craft breweries popping up everywhere these days, from the backstreets of suburban industrial estates to the gently lapping banks of the Brisbane River. Up until now, every craft-beer maker has been more or less earthbound, with tanks firmly secured to terrestrial foundations. Valley Hops Brewing is taking the art of beer making to new heights, literally – its newly opened brewhouse and bar sits several levels above terra firma on the roof of Fortitude Valley icon Cloudland. Boasting a vantage point above the nightlife precinct's heaving streets and a range of brews inspired by The Valley's people, places and moments in time, Valley Hops is a novel addition to Brisbane's bar scene and is shaping up to be a popular destination for summertime sipping. more

Gentlefolk

Stand out from the crowd this Christmas and put some Personalised Plates under the tree

25 Nov 2021

With December 25 approaching faster than you can sing "Jingle Bells", it’s time to get serious about presents! Forget endless hours of online scrolling and that last-minute dash to the shops, we’ve got the perfect gift that's guaranteed to please even the hardest-to-buy-for loved one – Personalised Plates! Santa would definitely approve of this stocking stuffer. more

Food & Drink

Argentinian-inspired restaurant and bar Evita opens inside a heritage Fortitude Valley hideaway

25 Nov 2021

Tomahawk steaks and whole lobsters cooked over oak and ash, a wine list boasting close to 300 bottles from Latin America and further abroad, a pisco-soaked cocktail list, and some chic heritage-listed surrounds – those are some of the top-line highlights one can expect from an outing at Fortitude Valley newcomer Evita. The fetching arrival (which opened to the public last week) is the result of a culinary collab between two hot-shot hospo groups, designed to deliver transportive tastes and atmospheric ambience influenced by the rich culture of Buenos Aires. This spot isn't only for fans of fire-singed fare – Evita's looking to become a go-to spot for any lover of adventurous epicurean outings. more

Event News

Here’s the low-down on Pacific Fair’s hot-as-heck Black Friday deals

25 Nov 2021

The week is upon us, friends – Black Friday is almost here! As we refine our shopping lists and scope out the bargains ahead of time, the fine folk at Pacific Fair have been so kind as to give us a little sneak peek of the very special offers this Black Friday weekend. Here's what you can expect when you roll into the bargain-filled shopping wonderland this Friday November 26. more

Event Highlights

11 Dec 2021

Lord Mayor’s Christmas Carols

11 Dec 2021

The BrisStyle Handmade Markets

11 - 18 Dec 2021

Bite Club: The Xmas Edition

12 Dec 2021

Dots+Loops Nonstop

31 Dec 2021

New Year’s Eve at Portside Wharf

31 Dec 2021

New Year’s Eve at The Crown Hotel

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State Library of Queensland Gallery Walk

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Food & Drink

Brewtide, Albion’s new craft-beer brewery, bar and cellar, starts pouring at Craft’d Grounds

25 Nov 2021

Albion's dining and lifestyle precinct Craft'd Grounds has been touted as a year-defining arrival for Brisbane's hospitality scene. Our excitement levels have grown with every drip-fed announcement of Craft'd Grounds' residents. With a brewery, bottle shop, coffee roaster, restaurant and deli all on the cards, we found ourselves wondering how it was all meant to fit. Well, our questions have been partly answered with the soft opening of Brewtide, a craft-beer brewery, taphouse and cellar that is championing local output and independent alcohol makers from across the country. If you've been champing at the bit to drink deeply from Brewtide's frosty schooners, here is your first chance. more

Gentlefolk

Free gigs and discount gym memberships – how to earn rewards by making healthy choices

25 Nov 2021

Coming into summer, we're trying to get our acts together when it comes to our health, wellbeing and fitness regimes. Sometimes though, with the silly season looming over our heads, it can be a difficult task to stay on track. One company that's helping us keep our commitment to healthier living is GMHBA, an Australian not-for-profit private health insurance and care provider. To do this, GMHBA has recently partnered with AIA Vitality, the globally renowned health and wellbeing program that rewards you for healthy behaviours. Together, the companies are rewarding members for keeping healthy and active with vouchers, discounts and some super savings. Get fit and be gifted with freebies? Now, that's one way to motivate us. more

Food & Drink

Dumpling dens, sky-high bars and margarita meccas – the top places to eat and drink this Christmas

25 Nov 2021

'Tis the season to feast! Christmas is just around the corner and the silly season is prime time to sip, snack and satiate your cravings, as well as the perfect excuse to gather your crew for some quality time around the table. Whether you’re planning to down cocktails with your colleagues, you're looking to level up date night or the whole family is out and about, we’ve got you covered – here are some of the best places to eat and drink in Brisbane this festive season. more

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