Casual Dining
The Weekend Series: five iconic pie shops worth detouring for
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The Weekend Series: five iconic pie shops worth detouring for

As much as we love a cheeky servo pie, the Australian culinary staple has so much more to offer if we don’t settle for the most convenient option. South East Queensland is home to a plethora of charming pie institutions that have been baking the golden goods for generations. Nothing makes a road-trip better than swinging through and sampling the fine fare of these pie shops, so we’ve picked five that are flaky in all the right ways. more

Food News
Pavement Whispers: Volume 160 February 20
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Pavement Whispers: Volume 160 February 20

From whispers of W Brisbane's signature restaurant to new Brisbane Quarter arrivals, 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

Food truck
Food trucks, strawberry sundaes and good times find a permanent home at Welcome to Bowen Hills
Food & Drink

Food trucks, strawberry sundaes and good times find a permanent home at Welcome to Bowen Hills

The food-truck craze took Brisbane by storm just a few short years ago and much to our delight, it doesn't seem to be slowing down. So it makes sense that we have a permanent spot to get our truck fix each week, complete with cushy seating, a breezy beer garden and a cocktail bar. Enter Welcome to Bowen Hills. This food-truck depot and bar comes from the braniacs behind successful Melbourne street-food collective Welcome to Thornbury, and is taking over a revitalised portion of the Brisbane Showgrounds to host a rotating supply of our finest mobile grub. more

Cafes
The suburbs come to The City with spacious new eatery ED Cafe
Food & Drink

The suburbs come to The City with spacious new eatery ED Cafe

The brains behind one of Brisbane’s biggest brunch success stories have stepped up to the plate to hit another home run. Troy and Arron Van Stryp of The Smug Fig fame have opened up a new hotspot in the heart of Brisbane City. ED Cafe pairs the duo’s penchant for vibrant aesthetics with an all-day brunch selection that caters to the time poor and laid-back city slickers. more

Cafes
Kangaroo Point’s Little Smirk puts smiles on dials
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Kangaroo Point’s Little Smirk puts smiles on dials

We’re yet to see a bad mood so formidable it couldn’t be busted by a good brunch. The statistics are still coming in, but we’re fairly sure it’s scientifically proven that a good coffee and a scrumptious day starter is the secret to happiness. If you’ve seen some particularly peppy people strolling around Kangaroo Point with smiles on their faces, there’s a good chance they just discovered Little Smirk – a brand-new nook that is emphasising charming service and community spirit. more

Casual Dining
Brisbane City joint Jee’s Burger proves you can’t beat a classic
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Brisbane City joint Jee’s Burger proves you can’t beat a classic

As much as we love it when burgers are done up with fancy, gourmet ingredients, everyone knows that the burger is a dish best served simply. As long as the beef is of a high quality and the ingredients are fresh, we’re in for a good time. Simple burgers done well is one of the key focuses of new Brisbane City outlet Jee’s Burger, which is plating up American-style burgers, hand-cut chips and crispy Korean fried chicken that earn high marks in the satisfaction stakes. more

Food News
What the cluck – KaiKai Chicken's buffet offering now comes with bottomless booze
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What the cluck – KaiKai Chicken’s buffet offering now comes with bottomless booze

Folks, let’s not beat around the bush. Second only to ‘I’ve won the lotto’, perhaps the four most beautiful words you can hear in a row are ‘all you can eat’. It is for this reason that you all went a little bit nuts when KaiKai Chicken opened in St Lucia last year – not since the glory days of the Sizzler salad bar had we experienced such buffet bliss! Well, prepare to have your socks knocked off all over again – KaiKai has just thrown bottomless booze into the mix. more


Bars
Billykart Bar brings juicy burgers and beer-can cocktails to West End
Food & Drink

Billykart Bar brings juicy burgers and beer-can cocktails to West End

What do you get when an acclaimed chef tries his hands at opening up a burger bar? It’s not a trick question – you get a damn good feed, that’s what! Chef Ben O’Donoghue of Billykart Kitchen fame is putting his considerable talents towards a killer new concept, transforming Billykart Provisions into a casual eatery serving up a menu of lip-smacking morsels. If you’re a sucker for a succulent cheeseburger or wig out at the sight of some tasty chicken wings, check out Billykart Bar once service kicks off this Wednesday February 7. more

Restaurants
Manny's Italian brings paella arancini and lychee panna cotta to Wellington Point
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Manny’s Italian brings paella arancini and lychee panna cotta to Wellington Point

Culinary purists will tell you that you can’t mess with the classics, but if our tastebuds are any judge, some of our favourite meals come as a result of fusion. Manny's Italian in Wellington Point is putting a tantalising spin on the iconic European mainstay, pushing boundaries simply for the love of food. If paella arancini and harissa lamb ribs fire up your salivary glands, then you’re going to get a kick out of what Manny’s got on offer. more

Cafes
Little Paul’s Urban Food Market brings hearty and homemade food to Albion
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Little Paul’s Urban Food Market brings hearty and homemade food to Albion

As much as we love dining out on the town, there’s nothing quite like sitting down to a homemade meal. It’s not easy translating this experience to hospitality, but the family unit behind Little Paul’s in Albion makes it look like a cinch. This multi-faceted eatery not only plates up some scrumptious fare, but also doubles as a gourmet grocer, stocking imported goods that will help you take your home cooking to another level. more

Food News
The round-up: sap-free ways to celebrate Galentine's Day
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The round-up: sap-free ways to celebrate Galentine’s Day

Let’s be honest – for a lot of people, February 14 is an absolute nightmare. Between swarms of stressed out dudes panic-buying all of the flowers in the greater Brisbane area and girls humble-bragging on social media about their ‘man being the greatest #blessed’, the whole affair can be pretty schmaltzy. Drop that cynicism, pals! Don’t be bound by social norms – turn the Hallmark holiday on its head and do things your way. We’ve rounded up the best Galentine’s Day (and straight up Anti-Valentine’s Day) events and ideas to get you through – so you’ll be feeling more Beyoncé and less Robbie Hart when the day rolls around. more

Food News
Not-so-small fry – Harajuku Gyoza now serves up foot-long fries
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Not-so-small fry – Harajuku Gyoza now serves up foot-long fries

Following on from the success of its unique Japanese delicacies the raindrop cake and souffle pancakes, Harajuku Gyoza has unveiled foot-long French fries, available at all locations across Australia. If your run-of-the-mill frites aren’t filling you up then there’s a fair chance that they’re just not long enough – so try these slender snacks on for size. more

Restaurants
Do as the Romans do – La Pinsa brings authentic Italian eats to Paddington
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Do as the Romans do – La Pinsa brings authentic Italian eats to Paddington

We never thought we’d say it, but pizza is old news. Before you pick up the pitchfork, hear us out. Pizza is amazing, but any discerning diner should do themselves a favour and sample pizza’s ancestor – pinsa. Yep, that’s right – pinsa. The name pinsa – which draws origins from the Latin word pinsere or ‘to stretch’ – is given to a style of cooked flatbread made from healthier and more easily digestible dough. Now, a new eatery in Paddington is styling itself as Brisbane’s (and Australia’s) first pinseria. Imagine mouth-watering Italian morsels and a rustic aesthetic and you’ve got a neighbourhood spot that will have you coming back again and again for another slice. more

Treats
Hot scoop! Ungermann Brothers opens its swingin' new ice-cream parlour
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Hot scoop! Ungermann Brothers opens its swingin’ new ice-cream parlour

The last time we saw Ben Ungermann, he was winning our hearts (and subsequently breaking them) as the eventual runner-up on 2017’s series of MasterChef. After his hugely successful run on television, Ben immediately set out capitalising on his star turn by opening up one of the most anticipated dessert destinations with his brother Danny. The boys have recently opened up Ungermann Brothers Ice-Cream parlour in Ipswich, immediately winning us over again with a killer range of icy treats. more

Cafes
Sweet teas are made of cheese – Heere Tea brings the latest foodie craze to Sunnybank
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Sweet teas are made of cheese – Heere Tea brings the latest foodie craze to Sunnybank

If you’re big on Instagrammable food trends, cheese tea is probably a concept you’re already familiar with. For the rest of you confused souls, allow us to explain what the heck this peculiar-sounding drink is. Cheese tea is not a liquefied form of cheese that you drink – this beverage (which first emerged in China and Singapore) boasts a layer of frothy cream cheese sitting on top of your tea of choice. While already immensely popular overseas, cheese tea is only just starting to appear in Australia now. Heere Tea in Sunnybank is Brisbane’s first fully-fledged cheese tea dispensary, offering a huge range of customisable options worth making the trip for. more

Restaurants
Make a date with Kenmore's new adonis Stavros the Greek
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Make a date with Kenmore’s new adonis Stavros the Greek

Renata Roberts could probably pinpoint the moment her love affair with everything Greek started – it began with a teenage crush on a charming Greek lad called Stavros. While Stavros never knew of Renata’s affection, his legacy lived on, playing a part in the genesis of Renata’s newest Kenmore-based eatery. Open today, Stavros the Greek brings big fat Greek feasts to the table, serving scrumptious souvlaki, delicious dips and mouth-watering meze plates, paired with a range of cocktails and seductive gin-based love potions. more

Cafes
KoKobana and Burger Time 69 merge for a killer combo at new Toowong eatery
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KoKobana and Burger Time 69 merge for a killer combo at new Toowong eatery

When you really break it down, there are only two choices when it comes to dining out. Do you vie for healthy options, or do you give in to the naughty cravings? Well, if you live in Toowong there’s a new wrinkle in your decision-making process. Hungry locals can now find healthy eats and beefy burgers under one roof at the new two-in-one venue from the minds behind KoKobana Superfood Cafe and Burger Time 69. With both halves duelling for your taste buds, the choice is harder than ever. more

Bars
Helios Brewing delivers a new pantheon of sustainably brewed beers to Yeerongpilly
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Helios Brewing delivers a new pantheon of sustainably brewed beers to Yeerongpilly

Helios, the Greek god of the Sun, was a powerful figure of Greek mythology – one that heralded the arrival of the light by riding his chariot across the sky. For the team at Helios Brewing Company, naming their operation after this figure was a no brainer. The brewery harnesses the power of the sun in its brewing process, making it an integral aspect of its sustainable practices. Helios Brewing Company might be one of the newest faces in Brisbane’s beer scene, but it is already setting a precedent for others to follow and is earning its fair share of buzz thanks to its stellar range of sudsy sips. more