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Georgio's Cafe
Food & Drink

Pavement Whispers: Volume 411 June 6

From news of a new deli-sandwich slinger to an urban mushroom party, The Weekend Edition is always on the search for the latest food 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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Pavement Whispers: Volume 410 May 30
Food & Drink

Pavement Whispers: Volume 410 May 30

From news of a specialty cheese monger to Burnett Lane's new cocktail bar, The Weekend Edition is always on the search for the latest food 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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Carmen Tequileria
Food & Drink

Pavement Whispers: Volume 409 May 23

From news of a dedicated empanada bakehouse to a new Mexican eatery and tequileria for James Street, The Weekend Edition is always on the search for the latest food 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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Pavement Whispers: Volume 408 May 16
Food & Drink

Pavement Whispers: Volume 408 May 16

From news of a by-the-slice pizza and pasta bar from a Beccofino alum to a new fruit-filled concept from the Fishbowl team, The Weekend Edition is always on the search for the latest food 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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Pavement Whispers: Volume 407 May 9
Food & Drink

Pavement Whispers: Volume 407 May 9

From news of a new cruffin and cronut specialist in Carina to a vino-soaked dinner hosted by a Margaret River institution, The Weekend Edition is always on the search for the latest food 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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Pavement Whispers: Mantle Group Hospitality submits plans to revitalise The Summit at Mount Coot-tha
Food & Drink

Pavement Whispers: Mantle Group Hospitality submits plans to revitalise The Summit at Mount Coot-tha

One of Brisbane's most iconic destinations could be in store for a significant revamp. Mantle Group Hospitality, the operators of The Summit cafe at the top of Mouth Coot-tha, has just submitted a development application to transform the heritage-listed establishment into a multi-faceted hub worthy of its prime position. If approved, the site could soon be home to a two-level restaurant and gin distillery, a rooftop garden and a new viewing platform. Here's what we know ... more

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Pavement Whispers: Volume 406 May 2
Food & Drink

Pavement Whispers: Volume 406 May 2

From news of a new Vietnamese restaurant from a Paddington favourite to the new burger joint slinging free burgers this weekend, The Weekend Edition is always on the search for the latest food 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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Pavement Whispers: the Tassis Group is opening two new eateries on the Kangaroo Point Green Bridge next year
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Pavement Whispers: the Tassis Group is opening two new eateries on the Kangaroo Point Green Bridge next year

Next year is set to be a big one for denizens of the inner city. Not only will the forthcoming Kangaroo Point Green Bridge vastly improve access to The City's waterfront, the crossing's completion will also herald the arrival of two brand-new eateries from the team behind Opa Bar + Mezze. Early details for Bombora and Mulga Bill’s have been revealed, with the newcomers set to add both an upscale and an approachable option for commuters, revellers and gourmands. Here's what we know ... more


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Pavement Whispers: Volume 405 April 25
Food & Drink

Pavement Whispers: Volume 405 April 25

From news of West Side Pizza's culinary pivot to details on Kangaroo Point Green Bridge's food-and-beverage concepts, The Weekend Edition is always on the search for the latest food 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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Pavement Whispers: Volume 404 April 18
Food & Drink

Pavement Whispers: Volume 404 April 18

From news of a new magic-imbued bar and eatery for Newstead to details of the concepts that will soon call the GPO building home, The Weekend Edition is always on the search for the latest food 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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Pavement Whispers: four Brisbane bartenders are launching The 86 Club, an 80s-inspired party night serving riffs on the era's classics
Food & Drink

Pavement Whispers: four Brisbane bartenders are launching The 86 Club, an 80s-inspired party night serving riffs on the era’s classics

The 80s is fondly remembered for a lot of things – from power suits and high-waisted denim to new wave and glam metal. The cocktails of the era are less well regarded. Sure, drinks such as the piña colada and the Amaretto sour, both of which were in vogue during the 80s, remain popular today. But can the same be said of the Sex On The Beach or Blue Lagoon? Ask for one of those on a night out and your bartender might raise an eyebrow, but not at The 86 Club – a brand-new club night kicking off next month that sees some of Brisbane's best bar talent taking a trip back in time to the 80s. more

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Pavement Whispers: first details revealed for the GPO precinct's new residents – TAMA, The Gatsby and The Tax Office
Food & Drink

Pavement Whispers: first details revealed for the GPO precinct’s new residents – TAMA, The Gatsby and The Tax Office

One of the hottest topics in Brisbane dining right now is the progress of the $9-million rejuvenation of Fortitude Valley's iconic GPO building. After months of drip-fed news bites and secrecy, Artesian Hospitality is finally putting speculation to rest by revealing some tasty teaser info regarding the site's three soon-to-open concepts. In June the team will unveil elevated restaurant TAMA and upscale bar and lounge The Gatsby, with striking sipping spot The Tax Office expected to follow in the ensuing months. Here's what we know ... more

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Pavement Whispers: Volume 403 April 11
Food & Drink

Pavement Whispers: Volume 403 April 11

From news of a new dessert destination from a Gold Coast gelato maker to a fancy fine diner for Racecourse Road, The Weekend Edition is always on the search for the latest food 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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Rick Shores Bug Roll
Food & Drink

Pavement Whispers: Volume 402 April 4

From news of a collaborative feast between Rick Shores and Southside to a culinary extravaganza taking place on the Sunshine Coast, The Weekend Edition is always on the search for the latest food 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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Pavement Whispers: Volume 401 March 28
Food & Drink

Pavement Whispers: Volume 401 March 28

From news of a new identity and offering for Range Brewing's pizza-slinging kitchen to a high-end bakery coming to Park Road, The Weekend Edition is always on the search for the latest food 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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Pavement Whispers: Volume 400 March 21
Food & Drink

Pavement Whispers: Volume 400 March 21

From news of a new tasting room for Newstead Brewing Co.'s Milton HQ to Corner Deli's pre-opening pop-up, The Weekend Edition is always on the search for the latest food 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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Maleny meets Merthyr Road – Brouhaha's New Farm craft-beer cafe turns on its taps
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Maleny meets Merthyr Road – Brouhaha’s New Farm craft-beer cafe turns on its taps

If you check the New Farm community page on Facebook, you'll notice that the posts with the most interactions were those tracking the progress of Brouhaha Brewery's temporary craft-beer cafe. Such is the anticipation of the Maleny-born brewery's pop-up spot, which is adding some mirth to a neglected corner of Merthyr Road. Well, now the wait is over. Brouhaha New Farm has tapped the kegs and its lauded ales are flowing freely. Pop in for a pint, a pie and a pizza, or swing by swiftly for a cup of coffee from Clandestino Coffee – it might not be around for a long time, but Brouhaha's pop-up is certainly here for a good time. more

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Pavement Whispers: Volume 399 March 14
Food & Drink

Pavement Whispers: Volume 399 March 14

From news of a buzzy Asian-fusion eatery for Tarragindi to details on The Wickham's anticipated reopening, The Weekend Edition is always on the search for the latest food 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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Pavement Whispers: Volume 398 March 7
Food & Drink

Pavement Whispers: Volume 398 March 7

From news of The Valley's new two-level super club to Naïm's European-inspired bar sibling, The Weekend Edition is always on the search for the latest food 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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Pavement Whispers: Volume 397 February 28
Food & Drink

Pavement Whispers: Volume 397 February 28

From news of Tippler's Tap's new South Brisbane venue to a Turkish feast showcasing coal-cooked delicacies, The Weekend Edition is always on the search for the latest food 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