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Sun’s out, buns out – Burger Fest fires up the grill for its inaugural festival
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Sun’s out, buns out – Burger Fest fires up the grill for its inaugural festival

19 Oct 2017

It’s time to break out your most loose-fitting outfits – where we’re going you won’t need belts. Burger Fest has assembled a who’s who of Brisbane’s chillest grillers for a day dedicated to devouring nothing but the best burgers around. This team up is like The Avengers, but with burgers, and is a must-attend for any self-respecting lover of stuffed buns. Be sure to skip breakfast – you’re going to want to come hungry. more

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Fun activities to take your after-work drinks to the next level
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Fun activities to take your after-work drinks to the next level

05 Oct 2017

There are few feelings better than knock-off time, especially on a Friday. The only issue we can see is that descending upon the closest pub for a pint at week's end can get a bit stale after doing so nearly every week. If your after-work drinks routine is getting a tad staid, then you need to inject a bit of fun into your evening schedule. Should you and the crew decide to make plans for this Friday, consider some of these inner-city activities that will really have you exclaiming ‘TGIF’ with appropriate vigour. more

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Indulge your expensive taste when The Caviar Degustation lands at Bacchus
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Indulge your expensive taste when The Caviar Degustation lands at Bacchus

28 Sep 2017

When it comes to fancy foods, there is one item that seems to immediately spring to mind – we’re talking caviar, baby. This seaside treasure has long been a symbol of high-class dining due to its rarity and distinct flavour, so it makes sense that a dining event dedicated to the delicacy would be a truly fine affair. The award-winning team at Bacchus is launching a strictly limited Caviar Degustation, running from Wednesday 4 October until Saturday 21 October inclusive to bring the people of Brisbane a taste of true luxury. more

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Celebrate the flavours of spring at Milton Markets’ seasonal celebration
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Celebrate the flavours of spring at Milton Markets’ seasonal celebration

07 Sep 2017

The weather wasted no time in warming up post-winter, but we’re not complaining too loudly – not when it means that spring produce is set to arrive! The Milton Markets will be hosting its third food-centric pop-up of 2017 when the Seasonal Flavours takes over Cribb Street on Sunday September 10 for its spring edition, complete with new food stalls, live entertainment and more. more

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Santa is coming early and his gift is a brand-new festive Secret Foodies event
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Santa is coming early and his gift is a brand-new festive Secret Foodies event

13 Jul 2017

Can you hear that? It’s the sound of jingle bells, my friends, and they are heralding the arrival of the next instalment of one of Brisbane’s most exciting food events. Those maverick renegades from Secret Foodies are at it again, bringing their signature blend of themed fine dining back to Brisbane for a Christmas in July edition. Bust out your best daggy sweater, rehearse your favourite lame bon-bon jokes and arrive on an empty stomach, because this is one mystery festive feast with all of the trimmings. more

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Spend your Sunday with beers, burgers and beats at the Miss Bliss laneway party
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Spend your Sunday with beers, burgers and beats at the Miss Bliss laneway party

13 Jul 2017

When the sun is out at the weather is fine, there is absolutely no way you’ll find us shut up inside. We want to make the most of our weekend, and if you are like us then you’ll probably get a kick out of the party taking place in Bliss Lane this weekend. Miss Bliss Wholefoods Kitchen is celebrating the weekend with a Sunday session filled with healthy snacks, vegan-friendly beers and superfood cocktails. more

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Ahh … Greek out! The foodie’s guide to Paniyiri Greek Festival
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Ahh … Greek out! The foodie’s guide to Paniyiri Greek Festival

18 May 2017

You’ve put up with our ravenous raving for long enough – the time is finally here for us all to stuff our faces with the best food stuffs the Paniyiri Greek Festival has to offer. We're sure you're already well acquainted with drool-worthy deliciousness of honey puffs, haloumi and souvlaki, so we thought we'd run you through some must-try morsels at Paniyiri that you may not have eaten before. Opa! more

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Feast until you’re full at the new Food Truck Hub on Chester
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Feast until you’re full at the new Food Truck Hub on Chester

11 May 2017

Foodies – prepare your belts! Brisbane’s best street-food dispensaries will be descending on the Fortitude Valley on Friday May 12 for a new permanent food truck night. Chester Street will be inundated by wing wagons, burger buggies and pizza mobiles every Friday night – meaning that we’ve got another reason to proclaim TGIF at week's end. more

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The round-up: make your mum feel extra special with these Mother’s Day ideas
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The round-up: make your mum feel extra special with these Mother’s Day ideas

04 May 2017

Honestly, mums don’t get enough credit for everything they do for us. Not only did they give us life, they also made sure that we stayed alive through our oblivious infancy period, kept us out of trouble (as best as they could) and loved us unconditionally no matter how many scratches we put on the car or tattoos we added to our bodies. Our mums are one in a million, which means any gift this Mother’s Day must reflect their personal interests. If you are stumped for ideas, we’ve put together a list to act as a guide to ensure you treat your mum the way she deserves to be treated – like a honest-to-goodness Queen. more

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Get yourself to Barbecue Mafia and Crowbar’s carnivorous low-and-slow pop-up
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Get yourself to Barbecue Mafia and Crowbar’s carnivorous low-and-slow pop-up

30 Mar 2017

What do you get when you pair Brisbane’s finest purveyors of barbecued meat with the minds behind one of Foritude Valley’s gnarliest bars? A gosh-darn match made in heaven, that’s what! After a successful experimental pop-up in 2016, Barbecue Mafia and Crowbar will be teaming up for a series of beer-meets-barbecue events at a trendy warehouse space in Stafford on April 8 and 22. more

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Celebrate life's finest things at Portside Wharf's Cheese and Champagne Pop-up
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Celebrate life’s finest things at Portside Wharf’s Cheese and Champagne Pop-up

23 Feb 2017

By now, dear reader, we’ve hopefully established that you and I are united by our undying love of cheese. So I’d like for you to imagine this scenario. It’s a balmy autumn afternoon. The sun is greeting your cheeks with a soft kiss, a cool breeze is floating past you and the gentle ebb and flow of the Brisbane River is luring you into a state of pure bliss. This, however, isn’t a regular autumn afternoon – this is the kind that dreams are made of. Because in this scenario my friend, you are surrounded by French cheese and bottles of Pol Roger champagne. more

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Stone & Wood is throwing one hell of a backyard bash for Brewsvegas
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Stone & Wood is throwing one hell of a backyard bash for Brewsvegas

23 Feb 2017

When it comes to throwing a classic backyard party, us Aussies really know a thing or two about how to do it up right – what’s not to love about the classic combination of a good feed, some ice-cold brews, a killer soundtrack and gorgeous weather thrown in for good measure? Taking this concept to the next level is the dream team of Stone & Wood and Brewsvegas, who have teamed up to create the ultimate garden get-together for a great cause. You best make your way to the Old Museum on Saturday March 18 to see what’s going down, lest you risk a serious case of FOMO. more

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Get a taste for progressive eats at GOMA’s Food & Film: Good Things Await
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Get a taste for progressive eats at GOMA’s Food & Film: Good Things Await

24 Nov 2016

We’re all for having a good snack when you go to the movies, but this takes it to the next level. As part of its tenth birthday celebrations, GOMA is putting on a special cinema and dining experience – Food & Film: Good Things Await treats patrons to the classic ‘dinner and a show’ formula, but with a little twist. Focusing on sustainability and local produce, the event brings to light the importance of knowing where your food comes from. more

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The round-up: how to put effort into Mother's Day this year
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The round-up: how to put effort into Mother’s Day this year

28 Apr 2016

The is one day a year where it is necessary to give thanks to the woman than birthed you, that fed you, clothed you and probably drove you around a lot. Your mother might be one of the most important figures in your life so it’s only right that you should put the effort into showing your appreciation. Mother’s Day is here again, and is the perfect opportunity to spend some quality time with your mother. Not every mother is the same, so we have put together a few ideas to help you pinpoint what the best approach is to making Mother’s Day 2016 memorable. more