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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


Restaurants
True blue chews – where to fill up on Vegemite burgers and sausage sizzle pizzas this weekend
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True blue chews – where to fill up on Vegemite burgers and sausage sizzle pizzas this weekend

The barbecue snags have already been bought, the family pavlova recipe has been dusted off and the lamington rush is about to begin, but before you go all in on the staples this Australia Day weekend, could we tempt you with something outside the box? A bunch of local eateries are getting experimental with the Australia Day specials this year, taking us on a gastronomic journey that would be worthy of a Banjo Patterson poem. more

Cafes
The Hamptons
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Coastal vibes and all-day breakfast at Hendra’s new hang The Hamptons

Sure, the leafy surrounds of Hendra might be a far cry from Long Island’s famed playground for the rich and famous The Hamptons, but that doesn’t mean we can’t enjoy a slice of Hampton here in Brisbane. The team behind popular Paddington cafe Chapter IV and Brisbane City’s Phat Elephant has taken over a charming corner Queenslander, turning it into a bright and inviting venue with plenty of beach-side charm and a menu of inventive fare. more

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Sumptuous sushi and killer katsu abound at Ku-O's new Woolloongabba eatery
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Sumptuous sushi and killer katsu abound at Ku-O’s new Woolloongabba eatery

Anyone that considers themselves a Brisbane sushi expert will tell you that Ku-O in Sunnybank is one of the best spots to get your fix, with patrons travelling across town just to get a taste of the fare. Well, those that don’t live in Brisbane's far south will be stoked to hear that Ku-O now boasts another location in Woolloongabba, slicing and serving up a wide array of fresh fish across its range of sushi and sashimi, plus plenty of other Japanese eats. more

Restaurants
Witness the thickness – Carl’s Jr. brings its burgers to the ‘burbs
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Witness the thickness – Carl’s Jr. brings its burgers to the ‘burbs

When the popular American burger chain Carl’s Jr. landed at Brisbane’s Domestic Airport in 2016 many of you lost your minds, and with good reason. If you’ve been looking for an opportunity to sink your teeth into one of its signature Thickburgers without having to book a flight, then pay close attention. Carl’s Jr. has opened its first freestanding restaurant in Queensland, situated in Redbank Plains. more

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Pavement Whispers: Volume 155 January 16
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Pavement Whispers: Volume 155 January 16

From whispers of Brisbane's first gin festival to Fonzie Abbott's brewery plans, 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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Hello 2018! New restaurants, bars and cafes to get excited about this year
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Hello 2018! New restaurants, bars and cafes to get excited about this year

We know it’s only the second week of January but we’re calling it – 2018 is going to be a big one for Brisbane food. The year ahead is shaping up to include some of the most highly anticipated openings we’ve seen in a while, and our mouths have already begun watering at the thought. We’ve looked back on past issues of Pavement Whispers (and thrown in a couple of sneaky new announcements for good measure) to round-up the new Brisbane restaurants, bars, cafes and precincts to get excited about this year. more

Cafes
Start your day the Italian way with help from Nonna's Deli in South Bank
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Start your day the Italian way with help from Nonna’s Deli in South Bank

It’s never a good idea to skip breakfast. We know, we know – sometimes we get too busy to even consider preparing and eating a meal during our morning rush, but if we can make time to grab a coffee then we’ve got time to get a snack along with it. Come Tuesday January 16, a new South Bank spot is bringing a distinctly Italian spin to grab-and-go eats. The team behind venues Olé, Mucho Mexicano and Mister Paganini will soon open a new concept that will give South Bank locals a chance to enjoy breakfast with an authentic twist. Nonna’s Deli will be hawking everything from coffee and milkshakes to paninis, focaccias, sandwiches and classic sit-down options – as well as an alluring selection of items that you’ve never seen before. more

Cafes
Pull up a seat at West End’s charming new eatery Table 26
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Pull up a seat at West End’s charming new eatery Table 26

Residents of the new Pradella development on Duncan Street in West End woke up to the aromatic scent of fresh coffee at the tail-end of December when Table 26 kicked off its service. The brainchild of a seasoned hospitality veteran, Table 26 is a consummate cafe that plates up classic fare with tantalising twists, friendly and personable service and a family-centric ethos that will have you wishing this was your local. more