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Walkin' on sunshine – start your day the right way at Brisbane's best healthy breakfast spots
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Walkin’ on sunshine – start your day the right way at Brisbane’s best healthy breakfast spots

09 Nov 2017

Unless you are one of those freakish human garbage disposal-type people whom can eat whatever they wish with no negative physical ramifications (damn you!), one of the inevitabilities of getting older is the quest for health through food. Redirecting your diet to a more wholesome route can often have you feeling like you’re missing out, especially when your pals suggest going out to breakfast and you get stuck watching them chow down on maple-bacon waffles while you poke at a sad-looking bowl of granola. News flash – eating well doesn’t have to be a drag! We’ve rounded up Brisbane’s best healthy breakfast spots that serve up fare so delicious that you won’t even miss your eggs benny. more

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Hot summer nights – Two Donkeys puts Spring Hill back on the map with new events series
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Hot summer nights – Two Donkeys puts Spring Hill back on the map with new events series

09 Nov 2017

We’re going to go right ahead and say it – Spring Hill is underrated. The small but mighty suburb often gets overlooked for its neighbouring CBD and Fortitude Valley digs, but this is a grave error. One institution that knows this is Two Donkeys, the chill brunch hub that has been bringing delicious eats and spreading good vibes through Spring Hill since its opening in 2016. Two Donkeys is keen to share its postcode love with the rest of us, launching a brand-new event series that will make it the perfect summer hang. Assemble your crew for Spring Hill Summer Nights, your new favourite evening escape. more

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Pavement Whispers: Volume 147 November 7
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Pavement Whispers: Volume 147 November 7

07 Nov 2017

From whispers of non-stop house parties to a cafe taking you back to the future, 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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Woodfired pizzas and rock ‘n' roll combine at Caxton Street's Enzo & Sons
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Woodfired pizzas and rock ‘n’ roll combine at Caxton Street’s Enzo & Sons

02 Nov 2017

The surname Webb has pretty darn instrumental in the rebirth of Caxton Street – bar tsar and restaurateur Jamie Webb is who we all thank for Lefty's Old Time Music Hall and Seymour's Cocktails and Oysters. Caxton Street's latest addition, however, is not the handiwork of Jamie, but rather his clever wife Siarah. This weekend Siarah will present us with the gift of Italian food and a whole lot of spritzes, with her new bar and restaurant Enzo & Sons. more

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Make a little mischief at new Coorparoo bar and eatery Beyond the Pale
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Make a little mischief at new Coorparoo bar and eatery Beyond the Pale

02 Nov 2017

You may have heard the phrase 'beyond the pale'. In modern language, it refers to behaviour that ventures outside of the bounds of what is considered acceptable – behaviour that's a little bit naughty and mischievous. You know, the kind of cheeky debauchery you might get up to with a little Dutch courage. What you may not know, however, is that the origin of the phrase dates back to 14th Century Ireland. The part of the country that was under English rule was marked by a boundary of stakes or fences, know as the English Pale. Those who travelled outside that boundary, or beyond the pale, were considered uncouth and unacceptable amongst civilisation. more

Cafes
Start your day the right way at Edward Specialty Coffee
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Start your day the right way at Edward Specialty Coffee

02 Nov 2017

Abhi Gupta knows a thing or two about coffee. The Sydney transplant has spent many years mastering the craft of the humble bean, most recently working with White Horse Coffee lending his hands to everything from roasting to training and development. Deciding to head north to Brisbane, Abhi has not only brought his skills and knowledge to Brisbane, but is also introducing White Horse Coffee to Queensland for the very first time. If you're keen to get a taste, look no further than The City's Edward Specialty Coffee. more

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Let’s taco ‘bout Taco Bell opening its first Brisbane store this weekend
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Let’s taco ‘bout Taco Bell opening its first Brisbane store this weekend

02 Nov 2017

If you’ve ever made the trek to the US of A, odds are you would be aware of a little ol’ place called Taco Bell. Even if you’ve never seen it in the flesh, the iconic Mexican restaurant chain’s influence is peppered throughout pop culture. Quite frankly our hearts skipped a beat when we heard that Brisbane would be getting its very own version of the fast food giant but make no mistake – this ain’t no carbon copy of the American joint. Opening in Annerley on Saturday November 4, Taco Bell will be bringing a wave of Cali-Mex delights to our shores. more

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Perk up at wholesome neighbourhood cafe Ground New Farm
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Perk up at wholesome neighbourhood cafe Ground New Farm

02 Nov 2017

A wise old theme song once sang a very real truth – sometimes you want to go where everybody knows your name. That welcoming community vibe is exactly what you'll find at new suburban coffee shop Ground New Farm. Not just that, there's also darn good coffee, delectable grab-and-go delights and clean treats to sate your sweet cravings. more

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Drinking for justice – The Good Beer Co. invites you to #toast2love this Friday
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Drinking for justice – The Good Beer Co. invites you to #toast2love this Friday

02 Nov 2017

We are well and truly at the pointy end of the marriage equality survey, with the November 7 return date approaching faster than Tony Abbott’s bizarre willingness to eat raw onions in public without a second thought. It’s truly heartwarming to see so many businesses throwing their support behind the fight for a positive vote, and one company making it exceptionally fun and easy to participate in the cause is The Good Beer Co.. Come Friday November 3, this social enterprise invites you to raise your glass in a #toast2love, raising funds and awareness for a last push of support before the votes close. more

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Your picnic game will be at its peak with New Farm Deli’s delicious portable packages
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Your picnic game will be at its peak with New Farm Deli’s delicious portable packages

02 Nov 2017

Picnicking is such a wholesome and delightful pastime and Brisbane is a great place to do it. If you know anything about picnic provisions you would know that one of the top spots to stock up is the beloved New Farm Deli. How many times have you paced the counter wishing you could just pick up a bit of everything, bundle it into a cute wicker basket and then scamper off to feast in the sunshine? Well pals, this fantasy is about to come a reality because New Farm Deli is now doing picnic baskets with all of the trimmings. more

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Pavement Whispers: Volume 146 October 31
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Pavement Whispers: Volume 146 October 31

31 Oct 2017

From whispers of a new Italian bar and eatery to finger-lickin' fried chicken, 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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Blackstar Coffee Roasters welcomes pocket-sized bro Small Axe in West End
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Blackstar Coffee Roasters welcomes pocket-sized bro Small Axe in West End

26 Oct 2017

Blackstar Coffee Roasters is somewhat of a pioneer in the Brisbane coffee scene. Opening on West End's Thomas Street in 2007, it quickly made its mark on Brisbane caffeine aficionados – it was committed to roasting fair-trade 100 percent organic coffee, which was a rarity back then, and it was the first cafe in town to offer cold-brew coffee. Crazy how much has changed in ten years, huh? Holding true to its core values and continuing attracting coffee lovers from all over town, Blackstar has grown from strength to strength in the last decade, its most recent achievement being hole-in-the-wall cafe Small Axe at The Stores in West End. more

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The round-up: food truck fever – where to get your snack on during the week
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The round-up: food truck fever – where to get your snack on during the week

26 Oct 2017

In the words of Craig David from his smash hit ‘Seven Days’ – “found a food truck on Monday, sought another for some eats on Tuesday, we were snacking down on Wednesday, and on Thursday, Friday and Saturday, and once more on Sunday.” We’re not 100 percent certain, but we’re fairly sure that’s how the song goes. Brisbane’s street food scene is a veritable melting pot of good eats – so good in fact that locals are often opting for a hearty food truck feast instead of dining out. If you’ve ever craved street eats on a school night and have been unable to find a mobile meal dispensary nearby, take solace in the fact that food trucks do roam the streets on every night of the week. With the help of Brisbane Food Trucks, we’ve done the legwork to give you a seven-day rundown of where you can go to find a reliable food truck feed on any given night. more

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Taste your way around the globe with World Expeditions’ new foodie itineraries
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Taste your way around the globe with World Expeditions’ new foodie itineraries

26 Oct 2017

One of the best ways to truly experience a culture is through its food. Before you ask, chowing down on some butter chicken from your local Indian takeaway joint doesn’t count – we’re talking about full immersion here. Try as you might to track down the most authentic eats from your favourite destinations right here at home, nothing beats chasing true flavour across the globe to its origins. If you’re a fiend for foodie adventures, World Expeditions is launching a new range of special itineraries that will make you very, very hungry. more

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Pavement Whispers: Volume 145 October 24
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Pavement Whispers: Volume 145 October 24

24 Oct 2017

From whispers of an exciting Fortitude Valley laneway to new restaurants for Newstead, 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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Have a ball at Woolloongabba's new arcade-meets-bar Pincadia
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Have a ball at Woolloongabba’s new arcade-meets-bar Pincadia

19 Oct 2017

No, you haven’t stumbled across a time warp that’s transported you back to the mid-80s – we’re in 2017 and arcades are back, baby. Woolloongabba locals are waking up to the news that there is a new hub for gaming enthusiasts, offering more than a dozen pinball machines, a host of arcade consoles and loads of board games. Pincadia is looking to establish itself as a family-friendly haunt for those with a competitive streak, easy-going diners and lovers of everything retro. Bring your loose change, flex your fingers and get ready to play – it's game time. more

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Ivy & Lark brightens up Chermside with fresh food and lush foliage
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Ivy & Lark brightens up Chermside with fresh food and lush foliage

19 Oct 2017

Westfield Chermside's had a banner year, and though you'd be forgiven for thinking the big-ticket openings are behind us, the centre comes through with another. Introducing Ivy & Lark – one of the best new specialty coffee cafes in Brisbane's north. Combining a comfortable and casual fit-out with lush greenery, a nourishing selection of food and some sublime specialty coffee, Ivy & Lark is set to establish itself as one of the best spots to refuel when on a shopping spree, or whenever you’re craving a satisfying cafe experience. more

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Bunker down for some brews at Archer Brewing's Spring Hill hideaway
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Bunker down for some brews at Archer Brewing’s Spring Hill hideaway

19 Oct 2017

When the happy hour siren starts blaring, it’s advisable to heed its call and seek shelter at the nearest speakeasy. Archer’s Brewing is one of the newest faces on the beer scene, but it’s already stirred up a good bit of support from the craft community. Nestled underneath The International Hotel in Spring Hill is Archer’s Bunker – a secluded, aviation-inspired bar and brewery that is offering a comprehensive range of freshly concocted beverages to sip in safety. more