This – almost – long weekend is bringing an exciting mix of events to Brisbane from opera legends to boy-band babes. Get ready to try your chances at 2UP, immerse yourself in the best of local artists and brace for laughs at Brisbane Comedy Festival. Here are the top things to do from April 25 to 28 across Brisbane. more
It is a truth universally acknowledged that all women are queens. Mothers perhaps doubly so. If you're looking to treat your matriarch like the monarch she is this Mother’s Day, the Bacchus High Tea is just the ticket! Featuring an all-new menu of divine sweet and savoury bites, plus a few special touches in honour of the special day, this incomparable high-tea experience is fit for a queen! more
It’s that special time of year again where we get to celebrate the motherly figures in our lives with a day dedicated just to them. Struggling to convey your appreciation for the gift of life and all that unconditional love and stuff? While finding something worthy of Mum is no easy feat, we’ve rounded up the best festivities on offer this year – from bottomless brunches to heavenly high teas, delicious dinners and unique experiences. more
Earlier this year, the Thai-food institution Full Moon Restaurant & Bar made the move across the block to Chinatown Mall, leaving behind the Wickham Street venue it knew for many moons. While the location may have changed, the restaurant’s flair for authentic Thai experiences has most definitely not. On April 13, Full Moon will be ringing in the Thai New Year with a splash. Keep reading to find out more … more
Stargazing and fine food grazing. Sound like a match made in the heavens? High-living hinterland hotspot The Brooklet is partnering with Blue Mountains Stargazing to present ASTRONOMY + GASTRONOMY, a one-off, out-of-this-world experience in Byron on May 10. Sounds like your cup of cocoa? Read on to find out more … more
Pop Sunday May 5 in the diary and consider your Labour Day long-weekend plans officially sorted – Stones Corner Festival is back to deliver another action-packed day and night of live music, street-style feasting and top sips from your favourite breweries. Electronic dance-music trio The Potbelleez will headline the festival's bonzer bill of homegrown talent, set to have revellers dancing in the street well into the night. more
For its 21st year, Noosa Eat & Drink is back and bringing even more festival flavour to the luxe location's beautiful beaches and bustling precincts. The 2024 program is finally here and suffice to say, we can expect another year of award-winning food, ever-flowing drinks and industry-leading chefs taking over this Sunny Coast hotspot. Here’s what to know … more
Looking to have maximum fun with minimal spending? The City is bursting with things to do on a dime, from free music gigs and secret garden adventures to mid-week cheap eats. Here are five ways to fill your days and have a blast on a budget. more
Corbett & Claude is bringing a flair for the elegant to your knock-off drinks with its new Martini Thursday series. Fans of the classic cocktail can rejoice as the Italian eatery shakes up a very happy hour, featuring a selection of three martinis and three plates of sensational snacks. more
Every Friday afternoon, locals descend on Treasury Brisbane's open-air Hotel Courtyard to sip and snack at Woodfired Fridays – the ultimate knock-off spot where piping-hot pizzas, moreish snacks and ice-cold drinks are served up to the tune of live entertainment. On Friday March 1, craft-beer enthusiasts are in for a treat with a special edition of Woodfired Fridays to feature award-wining young-gun brewer Josh Batten, the hops maestro at famed Sunshine Coast brewery, 10 Toes Brewing. more
On March 7, Brisbane’s coveted sky-high location will be celebrating International Women’s Day and toasting to the achievements and contributions of Australian women. Backdropped by city views, journalist Anna Rawlings will be hosting an impressive line-up of artists, entrepreneurs and advocates for an inspiring conversation about inclusion, connection and empowerment. more
The ever-elegant pastime of high tea has long been steeped in sophistication and The Lab's latest high tea service pays homage to this treasured tradition. The afternoon experience has been carefully curated by executive chef Steven Jones and features a seemingly endless procession of petite plates, French teas and fine bone chinaware. This lavish tea party of decadence and delights is hosted on weekends only – here's what's on offer ... more
Got a case of the Sunday scaries? Portside Wharf's all-new Sundazed Sessions are the perfect antidote. Until March 31, the riverside precinct is turning the classic Sunday session on its head and making it an all-day affair, serving up a swag of weekly dining deals and exclusive events from free sunrise pilates to champagne-and-pastry brunches, ten-course seafood feasts and the happiest of happy hours. Here's a taste of what's in store. more
The weekend trek to the supermarket can sometimes be a bit of a chore, but luckily our country neighbours are here to give us a change of scenery for our Saturday shop, inviting us to the Scenic Rim to share their produce at the Towri Growers Market. Baa-ring every green bag you own to fill up with artisanal delights direct from the farmers. Talk about paddock-to-plate! more
The coveted cultural event is making its highly anticipated return with 11 suburbs across Brisbane set to showcase the best of our city’s Asian culture this February. Last year, BrisAsia saw its highest turnout yet, with more than 24,000 people participating in this city-wide celebration of Brisbane’s diverse Asian community. For its 12th run, the festival is back and better than ever – kicking off the lunar new year with a stacked program featuring more than 20 events from dancing dragons to dumplings. Running from Thursday, February 1 to Sunday, February 1, here’s what’s not to miss … more
With the perfect riverside location, Brisbane Quarter boasts some of the City’s best dining experiences, featuring romantic interiors, spectacular views and distinguished dishes from leading chefs. Let this epicentre for luxury take care of your Valentine’s Day date night with an evening of elegance. Here’s where to book this February 14 … more
In celebration of the Lunar New Year, Treasury Brisbane is welcoming the Year of the Dragon with a line-up of unmissable experiences all throughout the month of February. The precinct is set to host a stacked program of festivities from fabulous food to cultural performances. Here’s what’s not to miss… more
One of the best parts of living in Australia is the huge mix of cultures that we have going on here. Many other countries have brought their customs and celebrations to our shores, giving us even more reasons to learn about and appreciate our global community. One of the most significant events on the world calendar is Lunar New Year, a time when people from Chinese, Korean, and Vietnamese backgrounds celebrate the lunar calendar ticking over into a new year. From Saturday February 10, we will officially welcome the Year of the Dragon – here are the best places around Brisbane to celebrate. more
There will be love in the air (quite literally) this Valentine’s Day at Australia’s first vertical restaurant, Vertigo at Brisbane Powerhouse. The high-flying dining spot, perched an exhilarating 17 metres above ground, will be dishing up a romantic feast on February 14 for loved-up couples who dare to dine on the edge. more
There's truly no better way to lean into the day than with a bottomless brunch – and the team at popular Paddington noshery Sassafras sure know how it's done. Its indulgent two-hour bottomless brunch features highlights of its lick-the-plate-clean-delicious menu, alongside free-flowing mimosas – and it's available every single day. more
