Treats
Salt & Pepper
Food & Drink

Meet a fascinating family of s&p collectors

Salt & Pepper is a short documentary that takes you into the curious world of some serious kitchenware collectors. When director Keith Rivers stumbled upon a craigslist advertisement announcing the sale of more than 2,000 pairs of salt-and-pepper shakers, he dug a little deeper and discovered that the 4,000 beloved relics belonged to a family who had been collecting shakers for generations. Keith tracked down the family’s grainy old Super 8mm videos to weave a beautiful narrative that might have you looking at your shakers a little differently over dinner tonight. Keep your eyes peeled for some weird and wonderful creations. more


Cafes
Mexican Cuisine
Food & Drink

Discover more about Mexican cuisine

Not just a pretty flick, this short documentary about the history and influence of Mexican cuisine will impart many fascinating facts that are sure to come in handy in your next game of food trivia. The subtitled video written and directed by Californian filmmaker Fran Guijarro has won a host of awards, including Best Cinematography at the New York Digital Short Film Festival. Warning: viewing may induce severe Mexican food cravings. more

Festival Flavours
Iceworks Restaurant, Paddington
Food & Drink

Iceworks Restaurant

Nestled in the heart of Paddington, Iceworks Restaurant is a sleek, fully serviced a la carte restaurant where executive chef Shannon Batten presents his interpretation of modern-European-inspired cuisine. To complement the fare, the dining area delivers a cosy yet open space, which stretches right to the footpath of Paddington’s Given Terrace, where you can sit and relax and enjoy watching the hustle and bustle pass you by. Festival Flavours Dish Pan seared New Zealand snapper, kipfler potato and fresh herb salad, Cloudy Bay clam and tomato salsa, goats cherve beignet and citrus vinaigrette, paired with a glass of Vinaceous Sirenya Pinot Grigio. Iceworks 157 Given Terrace, Paddington Ph: 07 3367 9800 more

Festival Flavours
Bucci Restaurant, Fortitude Valley
Food & Drink

Bucci Restaurant

Bucci Restaurant flies the red, green and white flag in the James Street precinct, serving exquisite Italian food adapted to urban lifestyles and tastes. Indoors or outdoors, Bucci has a style and gusto reminiscent of the best of Rome and Milan, with specialities drawn from all over Italy and tweaked for local palates. Outstanding Italian and Australasian wines complement the best and freshest seasonal produce. Head chef Shaun Malone and his team work magic in the open cucina. Festival Flavours Dish Spaghetti polpette e pomodoro (nonna’s spaghetti and meatballs), paired with a glass of Vinaceous Snake Charmer Shiraz. Bucci Restaurant 15 James Street, Fortitude Valley Ph: 07 3252 7848 more

Festival Flavours
The Jetty South Bank
Food & Drink

The Jetty South Bank

Situated in Brisbane’s newest and most exciting precinct, River Quay, The Jetty South Bank is a contemporary and stylish dining and bar destination, with sweeping, uninterrupted river views, beautiful interior design and attention to every detail. more

Festival Flavours
Fat Noodle, Brisbane City
Food & Drink

Fat Noodle

The cuisine at Fat Noodle is a dynamic mix of Vietnamese, sprinkled with Chinese, Thai and Malay. The man behind it is Luke Nguyen, one of Australia’s leading celebrity chefs and owner of the award-winning Red Lantern restaurants in Sydney. Festival Flavours Dish Luke Nguyen’s signature dish, fat pho noodles – a 20-hour beef broth with thinly sliced Angus sirloin and brisket, bean sprouts, fresh Thai basil, fresh chilli and rice noodles – paired with the Bacardi la fiesta cocktail. Fat Noodle Treasury Casino & Hotel, Brisbane City Ph: 07 3306 8888 more

Festival Flavours
South Bank Surf Club
Food & Drink

South Bank Surf Club

A traditional beach vibe and a casual approach to waterfront dining are what South Bank Surf Club is all about – taking the best of Queensland (weather, fresh food and lifestyle) and serving it in a modern way with a great view to accompany. more

Festival Flavours
Gerard’s Bistro, Fortitude Valley
Food & Drink

Gerard’s Bistro

This enticing and enveloping culinary destination is the result of the forward-thinking Moubarak brothers, who are responsible for bringing you Fortitude Valley’s Laruche Bar and West End’s Lychee Lounge. more