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From vineyard to The Valley – Gerler Wines officially unveils City Winery

20 Mar 2019

The finest wines aren’t the ones with an exorbitant price tag. Rather, the best drops are ones that have a story to tell. Gerler Wines is all about telling stories – from that of its namesake inspiration Carl Gerler to the finer details of the grapes it sources – and the boutique winemaker’s latest project is shaping up to be a significant chapter in its own right. Opening today, City Winery is the result of a three-year process to bring boutique winemaking into Brisbane’s inner city. The micro-winery-cum-restaurant is not only an eye-catching spot for sampling Gerler wines and hearty fare, but also an opportunity for wine lovers to learn about the winemaking process, while simultaneously demystifying the industry for newcomers. more

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joy. restaurant brings Japanese and Nordic-inspired fare and intimate vibes to Bakery Lane

19 Mar 2019

It’s rare that one gets the opportunity to start a business that not only perfectly reflects your tastes but also is an embodiment of your personality. It’s even more rare that you get to open said business with someone you gel with on a harmonious and symbiotic level. For Tim and Sarah Scott, their forthcoming ten-seater joy. restaurant is the product of their shared vision – an intimate eatery that delivers a purposeful and refined dining experience that is as-yet unseen anywhere else in Brisbane. joy. restaurant opens on Friday March 22, but we've been lucky enough to be granted a peek inside ahead of its anticipated opening ... more

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Pavement Whispers: Volume 214 March 19

19 Mar 2019

From whispers of a new doughnut and coffee spot to family-friendly cafes, The Weekend Edition is always on the search for the latest 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

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The La Lune team invigorate Woolloongabba’s dining scene with Corella

15 Mar 2019

When you hear the names Paul McGivern and Bailee Dewes attached to any kind of hospitality venture, it indicates a particular standard of excellence. We’re not being facetious – their pedigree speaks for itself. The team that gave Brisbane The Wolfe and La Lune Wine Co is taking a slightly different tangent for its newest concept Corella. Officially opening on Thursday March 14, this Woolloongabba eatery is inspired by the idea of uniting the community around a central meeting point, and eschews the notion of ‘special occasion’ dining in favour of delivering an eatery that can be enjoyed by locals nearly any day of the week. more

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Maeve Wine brings duck-ham crumpets, rare drops and heritage charm to South Brisbane

14 Mar 2019

A mere mention of South Brisbane's Queensland National Bank building may not ring any bells to you, but we can guarantee you're familiar with this heritage-listed beauty. Sitting pretty on the corner of Melbourne and Grey Streets, opposite QPAC and neighbouring Fish Lane, the building has previously lived a rather financial life, but as of today its first floor is home to a more liquid kind of currency. Through heavy heritage copper doors and up winding burgundy steps, Maeve Wine is waiting to deposit some moreish morsels into your mouth. more

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Grumpy Madam delivers scrumptious mood-boosting brunch to Newstead

14 Mar 2019

A top-ten finish on the 2016 season of My Kitchen Rules was all it took to turn Gareth Cochrane from a miner with a passion for home cooking into a bona fide hospitality lifer. The edifying experience ignited the burners of Gareth’s motivation centre, spurring the budding chef to open a cafe of his own. Grumpy Madam is Gareth’s newly open nosh nook – an airy venue that’s all about refined simplicity and familiar comforts. more

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Emporium Hotel shows off the understated luxury of its brand-new Piano Bar

14 Mar 2019

It’s been a whirlwind six-month stretch for the Anthony John Group, which has celebrated the opening of its five-star hotel at Southpoint with a procession of food and beverage offerings. Following on from the openings of Parisian-inspired patisserie Belle Epoque and stunning rooftop bar The Terrace, Emporium Hotel has unveiled its eye-catching art deco influenced Piano Bar. Showcasing a blend of refined opulence and approachable convenience, the Piano Bar is the ideal spot for a handy meeting point, an elegant evening out or a post-dinner nightcap. more

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The round-up: Brisbane’s best food trucks

14 Mar 2019

Food trucks aren’t a novel concept to Brisbane eaters – mobile food wagons have been slinging street-food for years now. That being said, the food-truck scene is constantly evolving and more and more wagons are hitting our streets every year. From burgers and pizza to gelato and mac ‘n’ cheese, there are plenty of options to try. We’ve assembled a quick hit-list of must-try food trucks worth seeking out when you’ve got a hankering for mobile munchies. more

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To stay at the same level until now, you need to treat every guest as the same. The quality of the food needs to be the same, the produce needs to be the best available and the staff need to be trained properly ... ~ Valentino Marcattilii more

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Jocelyn’s Provisions settles into new digs on Ada Lane

14 Mar 2019

For most of its existence, Jocelyn’s Provisions has always had a presence on James Street. Even during the temporary displacement of its long-running flagship during construction of The Calile Hotel, Jocelyn's kept the flame alive at its pop-up space near Gerard's Bar. With construction now complete, the famed purveyor of mouth-watering baked goods is back in its rightful place, reaping the rewards of patience as the first tenant to open on James Street’s new foodie strip Ada Lane. Friday March 8 saw Jocelyn’s Provisions open its revamped James Street spot, showcasing its decadent treats and savoury snacks from within a chic shopfront. more

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Craft Cartel Liquor launches beer subscription service

14 Mar 2019

An empty beer fridge is a disturbing sight, but now you can rest easy knowing a new pack of hand-selected hops will be heading your way without having to do a thing. The beer brain behind Sydney’s legendary Craft Cartel Liquor store is now sending his picks around the nation, with the launch of an online craft beer subscription service. more

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Stick a fork into The Curated Plate food festival on the Sunshine Coast

14 Mar 2019

Pack your food-loving friends into the car and head north along the M1 to reach the abundant culinary pantry that is the Sunshine Coast – a region rich in fresh produce and creative food producers. The Curated Plate four-day destination food festival will makes its debut from Thursday August 8 to Sunday August 11. more

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Pavement Whispers: Volume 213 March 12

12 Mar 2019

From whispers of a new cafe from the Miss Jones crew to Gelato Messina's second Brisbane location, The Weekend Edition is always on the search for the latest 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

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NOTA energises Paddington’s dining scene with hearty and rustic fare

07 Mar 2019

It is universally known that, put quite simply, teamwork makes the dream work. When it comes to the buzzing environment of a restaurant kitchen, this is especially true – too many cooks only spoil the broth when they're not on the same page. Paddington’s newest hotspot is the result of two kindred culinary spirits bringing together their ideas and techniques to realise a singular vision. NOTA is opening this Friday March 8 and from what we've seen so far, we predict a harmonious union of ideas, flavours and textures. more

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Go with the flow – Spring Hill welcomes contemporary coffee spot The Flo

07 Mar 2019

After undergoing a few months of refurbishment, the Spring Marketplace on the corner of Little Edward and Boundary Streets is showing signs of life. A new coffee nook has bloomed from the development’s fresh foundations, offering top-notch espresso pours, some tasty grab-and-go bites and bouquets of flowers to gift or spruce up your own living space. The Flo is now open, and is already proving to be an eye-catching addition to the local cafe scene. more

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Limber up and loosen your shoulders – iPONG’s space-aged arcade bar is almost here

07 Mar 2019

Attention all sharpshooters and hawk-eyed bullseye bandits – there’s a new haunt in town that is shaping up to be the perfect place to show off your impressive marksmanship. iPONG is a futuristic arcade and bar that is bringing Brisbane its first taste of the latest range of digitised games – pong and darts. If you’ve got a competitive spirit, or are simply looking for a fun hangout spot for you and your crew, search for iPONG’s Tron-inspired facade when it officially opens on Saturday March 9. more

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The round-up: what restaurants are open on Monday night in Brisbane

07 Mar 2019

If you’ve never experienced the Monday blues then you must be a robot. Just kidding (sort of), but starting the work week after the dizzying delights of the weekend can be a little bit soul destroying. Our solution is to extend some more of that fun into Monday. “How?”, we hear you ask. Simple – book in for dinner out one Monday night. Brisbane’s not as sleepy as it used to be – these days there are countless venues that are open for Monday-night trading, from fine-dining institutions to reliable neighbourhood eateries. If you want to line up a hot dinner date before the week gets too hectic, or can’t be bothered cooking after work (honestly, we feel you), check out Brisbane’s Monday-night scene and see what’s open using this handy list. more

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Get your fix of finger-lickin’ goodness at Wing Fix’s new Morningside eatery

07 Mar 2019

When it comes to chicken wings, it’s next to impossible to settle for just one. At nearly any moment we’re down to devour dozens of the fried morsels, doused in the sauciest flavours at hand. Wing Fix has been catering to frenzied folks like us for a few years now, satiating crowds from its first market stall to its subsequent food truck. Wing Fix has evolved again, officially opening a new eatery in Morningside today. The crew is already slinging fresh batches of wings, tenders and flame-grilled burgers, so those jonesing for a bite now have a reliable source. more

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Pringles puts up a $10k prize for one person who can guess its new Mystery Flavour

07 Mar 2019

In the realm of potato-based snacks, Pringles has made a worldwide name for itself due to its superior flavour combinations – after all, it’s a truth universally acknowledged that once you pop you simply can’t stop. Over the years the iconic brand has released many lip-smacking limited edition flavours, from chicken salt to Texas barbecue and everything in between. If you fancy yourself a bit of a chippie connoisseur, we have some news that is bound to excite you – Pringles has just released a Mystery Flavour and is giving one lucky person the chance to win $10,000 for identifying it. more

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Pavement Whispers: Volume 212 March 5

05 Mar 2019

From whispers of Ben Williamson's new venture to Melbourne coffee favourites, The Weekend Edition is always on the search for the latest 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

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The whole package – ARC Dining and Wine Bar opens at Howard Smith Wharves

28 Feb 2019

An otherworldly dining experience is comprised of a collection of immaculate details. From the colours on the plate to the aesthetic touches of the venue itself, it’s the combination of the little things that make a difference. ARC Dining and Wine Bar is the bracing new addition to the thriving Howard Smith Wharves precinct, an establishment bringing together all the essential ingredients needed for a top-flight drinking and dining destination. An award-winning chef and sommelier tandem, a colourful and contemporary interior aesthetic too stunning to capture on Instagram and some of the best views in Brisbane is a bona fide recipe for success, but don’t take our word for it – ARC Dining and Wine Bar is a lovingly realised spot that demands that you experience it personally. more