There's a lot happening in Brisbane these days, almost too much to keep up with. The Dish is a rapid-fire rundown of Brisbane food news – quick taster-sized tidbits to keep you in the know and, perhaps, tickle your tastebuds. This week we’ve got word of four-course crustacean feasts, disco-themed yum cha dinners and more! more
Election day is all about making big choices. Not just in regards to who you'd prefer to lead the country, but also what toppings you're going to get on your democracy sausage. Are you a staunch tomato sauce supporter, or are you swinging towards barbecue? Will there be mustard in the mix? How about onions? Do you put them above the sausage, or under? We know there's always a clash of ideology between those that like their snag to sit gently down the middle of their bread slice and those that prefer it to dissect diagonally. No matter what your preference, we can all agree that a sausage sizzle (and a cake stall) are essential components of the contemporary voting experience. Want to guarantee your polling place has the goods ahead of time? We've found a handy map you can refer to! more
It's raining, it's pouring, it's ruining all of our weekend plans! The recent wet weather has once again caused havoc on our social calendar, forcing a host of events to postpone or outright cancel – not only leaving us bereft of fun and frivolity, but a lot of vendors out of pocket. Regional Flavours was one such event forced to can its 2022 festival and now its bevy of stallholders have an excess of goodies that are at risk of spoiling. The Regional Flavours team has created a handy online portal for locals to show their support for the stallholders, restaurants and musicians affected by the cancellation. more
It's a bit grey and dreary outside, which is perfect weather for rugging up! If you're keen to brave the elements for a bit of glam winter-themed feasting, then you'll want to head to Customs House for the return of Veuve Clicquot In The Snow – a Euro chalet-inspired pop-up featuring cosy igloos, mouth-watering snacks and free-flowing champagne. The pop-up officially returns Friday May 13, so break out your warmer threads and see out the cooler months in style. more
**PLEASE NOTE THAT DUE TO WEATHER CONDITIONS, PANIYIRI HAS BEEN POSTPONED TO OCTOBER 15–16, 2022** Can you hear that? It’s the sound of plates smashing, hands clapping, tender morsels sizzling and grapes being stomped on – yep, Paniriyi Greek Festival is back! As much as we appreciate the cultural aspects of this hotly anticipated yearly event, we would be lying if we said we haven’t been dreaming of all of the delicious Greek eats we will soon be scoffing. Oh, how we’ve missed our dear honey puffs and haloumi! While the classics are popular for a reason, real gourmands know that there is a whole other world of authentic culinary eats at Paniyiri that are well worth your attention. Keen to try something new? Take our foodie’s guide to Paniyiri for a spin (and BYO stretchy pants). more
As foodies, Easter is one of our favourite times of the year. Getting to chomp down on as much chocolate as your heart desires, meeting with family and friends over abundant feasts and washing it all down with a refreshing glass of champers is truly just ideal. Another great way to celebrate? Treasury Brisbane's Easter High Tea, of course! Full to the brim with sweet and savoury treats, this flavoursome affair is worth hopping to. more
In a year where it seems that events are being postponed left and right, a bright spot emerges to salvage the remnants of our social calendar. Goodwill Projects – the crew behind some of Brisbane's most beloved weekend markets – has taken up the task of resurrecting Teneriffe Festival, announcing its imminent return on Saturday October 23. This year's festival will bring the flavours of the world to Teneriffe's streets, creating a country-hopping culinary experience courtesy of the area's killer cadre of eateries, local food trucks and pop-up bars. more
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
Amid all of the uncertainty and fear we're experiencing during the coronavirus pandemic to date, there's one thing we can count on – wine! When it comes to banding the local community together and putting a positive spin on circumstances, the team at City Winery are getting inventive. On Thursday March 26 and Friday March 27, City Winery will host a pop-up cellar door on King Street, giving locals easy access wine and charcuterie while also supporting other local businesses. more
After its huge success in 2019, Howard Smith Wharves’ pop-up dining series At the Table is back, bringing with it a talented roster of chefs ready to exhibit their respective culinary artistry. On Monday March 23, four local foodie legends will provide prospective feasters with an exclusive dining experience, featuring a mouth-watering three-course menu made live on the terrace under the lights of the Story Bridge. Go ahead, pull up a chair. more
As we've grown older, our house-party tastes have become a bit more refined. Gone is the goon of fortune, now we're drinking natural wines. We're more inclined to slowly sip on a craft beer instead of shotgunning it, and we've also turned the Ministry of Sound bangers down in favour of a more diverse playlist of tunes. Don't get us wrong – we still love house parties, they just don't happen as often as we'd like. Thankfully, the folks behind creative studio After Hours and Coorparoo's Perch’d are teaming up for a series of vibey house parties, kicking off on Monday March 9. Expect primo organic cask wine (some party traditions never die), chippy sangas and killer tunes curated by Brisbane selectors. Come along – just don't disturb the neighbours. more
Picture this – you’ve got a buttery bug-and-crab roll in one hand, a booze-filled young coconut in the other, while a bowl of crinkle-cut fries with vinegar (just like the ones you devoured as a kid) is strategically placed within arm’s reach. The sun is kissing you – it’s not scorching, but it’s just enough to get you thinking about the frozen rum-spiked popsicle that you just ordered and whether you’ll have time for a quick dip in the pool before it arrives at your plush cabana. Sounds like a fairytale, right? It’s not. You can find yourself in that exact situation right now at QT Gold Coast’s newly launched poolside precinct, The Spring. more
If you've ever found the experience of getting the girls (and guys!) together for a little pre-party pamper is actually more fun than the festivities themselves, Brooklyn Beauty Bar's brand new party menu is right up your alley. It brings together all the best parts of getting ready, except with professional beauty treatments and gin – because everything is better with gin. more
If tacos and tequila are two of your favourite things, go right ahead and clear Tuesday October 22 from your diary. Byron Bay's adored Mexican eatery Chupacabra is joining with Brisbane's Botero for a mouthwatering exploration of Mexican cuisine for one night only. more
One of France's famed boutique champagne houses is kicking off a month-long multi-sensory art and culinary series this week when it takes over part of the Emporium Hotel in South Bank. The Art of the Wild champagne garden pop-up program is flush with artisanal experiences, establishing The Terrace's VIP dining room as the place to be for gourmet high teas, dessert tastings, painting masterclasses and champagne sampling. more
Not only is the crew at Milton's craft beer and Peruvian-eats focused bar Mongrel known for hawking some damn tasty eats and drinks, they've also got hearts of gold. Last week the team launched the Mongrel Good Food Project, an initiative that aims to equip asylum seekers with skills in hospitality to improve job prospects and ease social isolation. The project is culminating in a special one-off dinner on Monday September 23, where these hard-working individuals will put their new skills on display. more
A wave of excitement rippled through Brisbane's dining scene last month when it was announced that heralded young chef Louis Tikaram would be returning to Australia to helm the kitchen at Stanley, down at the Howard Smith Wharves. Louis is wasting no time in making a great first impression – the chef will be hosting a pop-up dinner on Thursday September 26, giving guests a taste of the Cantonese-inspired fare he'll be whipping up come Stanley's opening in October. more
There are a few key fundaments to celebrating the end of winter and start of spring. Outdoor activities, getting back to the beach, afternoon picnics – we immediately conquer most of these essentials once the warmer-weathered months return to the city. We also tend to find ourselves a little more inclined to a couple of social drinks (can you blame us?). You probably already have a faithful list of outdoor bars ready to revisit this spring, but there should always be room to try something new, and we know just the thing! more
Bondi’s iconic restaurant Icebergs will help line bellies in the most delicious way possible at this year’s Splendour in the Grass festival. more
Some of the best makers in the food and beverage industry – the bakers, preservers, growers, winemakers and brewers who toil hard behind the scenes – will be sharing their wisdom in a series of monthly long-table dinners in Manly. more
