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Sink your teeth into Fish Lane's new resident Chu the Phat
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Sink your teeth into Fish Lane’s new resident Chu the Phat

04 May 2017

You're walking down a back-street laneway, exploring. Suddenly, the wind changes. The thick, alluring aromas of garlic, chilli and ginger waft past you, instantly making your mouth tingle with joy. You didn't know you were hungry, but now your stomach is making its intentions very clear. Following your nose, you find yourself not, in fact, on the streets of Hong Kong, but instead at Fish Lane's newest eatery, Chu the Phat. more

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Chomp on comfort food and sip on craft beer at West End’s new local The Montague Hotel
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Chomp on comfort food and sip on craft beer at West End’s new local The Montague Hotel

27 Apr 2017

The grill is hot and the beer is cold – The Montague Hotel is ready and waiting. The newest face in the inner-south pub scene is revitalising the game with an approach that stays true to the casual classics while providing a slick contemporary spin. If haloumi fries, burgers and preservative-free beer sound like your kind of bag, West End’s newest haunt is going the full Monty. more

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Fly the coop to the Lord of the Wings – Indooroopilly's new chicken, beer and sports bar
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Fly the coop to the Lord of the Wings – Indooroopilly’s new chicken, beer and sports bar

27 Apr 2017

Gather your fellowship – a food-centric adventure awaits. Lord of the Wings has expanded, bringing its pilgrimage-worthy American-inspired bites to Indooroopilly Shopping Centre. We’re talking wings, rings and all sorts of other delicious things served in a relaxed sports bar atmosphere. If you crave a feast of royally impressive proportions, Lord of the Wings has the treasure that you seek. more

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Rock down to Woolloongabba’s newest bar and bistro Electric Avenue
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Rock down to Woolloongabba’s newest bar and bistro Electric Avenue

20 Apr 2017

A new hangout for night owls and feasters is set to illuminate Logan Road next week, bringing a truckload of inviting atmosphere, good food, great drinks and a stellar selection of tunes to the hip cul-de-sac. Electric Avenue is the latest project from the boys behind Canvas Bar – a comfortable spot for diners and revellers to take a step back in time to a prominent era of Brisbane’s history. more

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Sushi burritos and poke bowls have arrived! South Bank welcomes Suki and Ramen
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Sushi burritos and poke bowls have arrived! South Bank welcomes Suki and Ramen

13 Apr 2017

It was September last year that we predicted the Hawaiian poke bowl to be the next big food trend in Australia, and we've been dreaming about them ever since. Well, friends, the wait is finally over. Brisbane will soon have a dedicated poke bowl destination right in the heart of South Bank when Suki opens its doors next Tuesday April 18. Oh, and did we mention it also does sushi burritos? more

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Indulge in life’s finer things at Fish Lane’s La Lune Wine Co
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Indulge in life’s finer things at Fish Lane’s La Lune Wine Co

30 Mar 2017

We have a lot to thank Paul McGivern for. From Camp Hill’s Restaurant Rapide to Hamilton’s Restaurant Manx, and more recently to the hatted The Wolfe in East Brisbane, the renowned chef has been pleasing our palates for a number of years. So when he announced a new French-inspired wine bar in Fish Lane, our interest was naturally piqued. La Lune Wine Co quietly opened its doors over the weekend, and with more than 120 wines on the menu, we’re quite sure it won’t disappoint. more

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Botanical Bar & Kitchen brings a crisp approach to James Street dining
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Botanical Bar & Kitchen brings a crisp approach to James Street dining

30 Mar 2017

It’s been a big two years for the team at James Street’s QA Hotel as it undergoes a complete makeover. Reestablishing itself as a foodie powerhouse, the popular pub now boasts a few new additions. Following on from the opening of Farrier and the sprucing of the QA’s heritage elements, the sophisticated Botanical Bar & Kitchen has now arrived – sandwiched between the QA Hotel proper and the newly opened Sage Hotel. more

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Neighbourhood Pizza brings hip-hop and good vibes to Kenmore
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Neighbourhood Pizza brings hip-hop and good vibes to Kenmore

23 Mar 2017

When it comes to worldwide appeal, there isn’t a food in the entire world that can hold a candle to pizza. Thin and crispy or thick with a heaping of toppings, pizza can be dressed up or dressed down and people will still love it. Making the right slice is a fine process, but one that Jordan Lomas and the team at Neighbourhood Pizza in Kenmore have turned into an art form. If perfectly cooked pizzas paired with boutique wines and beer, served in a chic setting with hip hop and jazz music providing ambience are your bag, then let us welcome you to the neighbourhood. more

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Pawpaw Asian Kitchen brings street food to southern suburbs
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Pawpaw Asian Kitchen brings street food to southern suburbs

23 Mar 2017

Apparently having four venues just isn’t enough for the Venzin Group. After venturing to the outer suburbs with Piggy Back in Jindalee, the group has set its sights on the complete opposite side of town, opening fifth venue Pawpaw Asian Kitchen this week in eastern Tingalpa. If you’re a fan of the Venzin family’s delicious Asian delicacies, then read on – you’re in for a treat. more

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The Zeus Burger
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Set your watches – it’s munch o’clock all day long at Bulimba’s Burger Time 69

23 Mar 2017

What’s the time Mister Wolf? Burger time! No this isn't a new game we've just invented (although we're interested, to be honest), it's the announcement of Bulimba's newest eatery – Burger Time 69. If you enjoy sinking your fangs into burgers the size of your head, clear some time in your schedule to try the impressive range of protein patties, blissful buns and scrumptious street snacks on Oxford Street. more

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The round-up: turn your bolognese into bol-amaze with help from Brisbane’s best cooking schools
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The round-up: turn your bolognese into bol-amaze with help from Brisbane’s best cooking schools

23 Mar 2017

Since the advent of My Kitchen Rules and MasterChef, everyone is an armchair expert when it comes to home cooking. It’s one thing to park your caboose on the couch and dish out cutting critiques on an amateur chef’s botched scampi with anchovy butter, but if you are imparting your wisdom through mouthfuls of cereal for dinner then perhaps you need to evaluate your own cooking game. If something such as boiling water makes your palms sweat with anxiety, we suggest you get your head in the game and pick up a few tips from some of Brisbane’s finest cooking schools. more

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Sit down to authentic, nonna-approved Italian at Yeronga’s Osteria Epoca
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Sit down to authentic, nonna-approved Italian at Yeronga’s Osteria Epoca

23 Mar 2017

Wipe that Dolmio grin off your face – true Italian flavour can’t be found in a jar of red wine and herb sauce. To get the most authentic experience one must immerse themselves in the true home-style roots of Italian cuisine. The concept for Osteria Epoca in Yeronga was born at the dinner table, where helpings of homemade dishes brought endless happiness and satiated appetites. If you are keen to taste the real deal, Osteria Epoca is now open and is serving up primo pasta and plenty of gustoso gastronomic delights. more

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The Fishmonger’s Wife now dishing up its haul at new Hawthorne digs
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The Fishmonger’s Wife now dishing up its haul at new Hawthorne digs

16 Mar 2017

Seeking greener pastures (or perhaps the better analogy is more bountiful seas) East Brisbane’s iconic fish and chippery has packed up the deep fryer and moved locations. The Fishmonger’s Wife is now trading from its swish new home in Hawthorne, where the calamari is cooked to perfection, the chips are crispy and the fish is so fresh you’d think you’d just caught it yourself. more

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Shroom Street Bowl with portobello mushroom, haloumi, cheese, brown rice and quinoa
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Grab a slice of Manhattan’s food scene at 51st Street in Brisbane City

16 Mar 2017

As Alicia Keys sang on the chorus of Jay Z’s ‘Empire State of Mind’ – “Let’s hear it for New York, New York, New York”. As one of the world’s biggest cities, the Big Apple’s influence spreads far and wide, especially when it comes to food trends. A piece of New York has come to George Street in the Brisbane CBD in the form of 51st Street. Named after the iconic Midtown crossing, 51st Street plates up a full-flavoured cross-section of New York’s most iconic foods. more

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Otto Brisbane
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The round-up: Brisbane’s best restaurants and bars with a view

16 Mar 2017

You could be at a restaurant eating the juiciest, most tender steak in the world, or sipping on some of the finest wine money could buy, but would you really enjoy your experience if the atmosphere wasn’t up to scratch? A lot can be said about the importance of ambience when dining out, and one of the best ways to achieve a perfect balance between food and vibe is with a stellar view. If you like to pair your meal with a killer vista or a luxe riverside setting, we’ve compiled a list of Brisbane's best bars and restaurants with a view, for you to get a feast for your eyes as well as your mouth. more

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Neil Perry shakes up the menu at Saké Restaurant & Bar
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Neil Perry shakes up the menu at Saké Restaurant & Bar

16 Mar 2017

After the announcement of its official name change in late February, Rockpool Dining Group is rapidly making waves in Brisbane. In addition to opening a slew of bars and eateries across our fine city in the coming months, the group is shaking up the offering of its restaurants that we are already so familiar with, starting with hatted Brisbane City restaurant Saké. more

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Get a glimpse inside the new and improved Port Office Hotel
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Get a glimpse inside the new and improved Port Office Hotel

23 Feb 2017

Real talk – you can’t call yourself a Brisbane local if you’ve never set foot inside the Port Office Hotel. Edward Street’s beacon of bountiful bar bites and beer is celebrating the new year with a new look, spearheaded by the tastemakers behind the Alliance Hotel’s acclaimed revitalisation. The Port Office Hotel recently opened the Port Office Dining Room to the public and will be following it up with the unveiling of its refurbished top bar next Thursday. Have a sneak peek before the masses take notice. more