Events
Feast until you’re full at the new Food Truck Hub on Chester
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Feast until you’re full at the new Food Truck Hub on Chester

Foodies – prepare your belts! Brisbane’s best street-food dispensaries will be descending on the Fortitude Valley on Friday May 12 for a new permanent food truck night. Chester Street will be inundated by wing wagons, burger buggies and pizza mobiles every Friday night – meaning that we’ve got another reason to proclaim TGIF at week's end. more

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Pavement Whispers: Volume 121 May 9
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Pavement Whispers: Volume 121 May 9

From whispers of riverfront bars to wholesome Italian eats, 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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The milk brands you should buy to support Australian dairy farmers
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The milk brands you should buy to support Australian dairy farmers

Update May 4, 2017: Almost one year after its decision to regain $183 million in milk price 'overpayments' from farmers, Australia's biggest dairy group Murray Goulburn is backflipping on its decision. According to a 2012 milk supply contract (the Bonlac supply-agency agreement), rival company Fonterra is legally obliged to match or better the farm milk price paid by price setter Murray Goulburn. This means, legally, Fonterra will most likely have to pay an extra 3.5 c per litre for the 1.7-billion litres of milk supplied by farmers from 2015–16 – that's around $60 million, and an average of $45,000 per farmer. The repayment would be a significant improvement after a year of anguish for Australian dairy farmers. Fonterra Australia has called an urgent meeting with its milk farmers today to address the decision – we'll keep you posted on more news as it comes. more

Restaurants
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

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

Bars
West End’s Pour Choices takes the indecision out of happy hour
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West End’s Pour Choices takes the indecision out of happy hour

When it comes to craft beer, there’s really no wrong choice. Don’t believe us? Ask the team at West End’s newest drinking den what they suggest. Pour Choices specialises in boutique and local brews that wet the whistle and meals that will blow you away with style and flavour. If that sounds like a winning combination for your next night out then you’ve made the right decision, friend! more

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Pavement Whispers: Volume 120 May 2
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Pavement Whispers: Volume 120 May 2

From whispers of giant cookie sandwiches to igloo-studded pop-up bars, 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


Bars
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

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

Bars
On The Side offers Albion locals a little bit of extra action
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On The Side offers Albion locals a little bit of extra action

It’s only human nature to want a bit more, especially when it comes to food and drink. The owners of Vaquero are indulging our insatiable wants with On The Side, a special hideaway cafe and bar that is offering the perfect amount of extra that we are craving. Coffee and brunch in the morning, followed by wine and charcuterie in the evening – it’s the kind of side action that we can really go for. more

Bars
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

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

Recipes
The Weekend Series: beat your broke-ass blues with these pre-pay day meals
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The Weekend Series: beat your broke-ass blues with these pre-pay day meals

'Twas the night before pay day and all through the pantry, nothing to eat – just bare cabinetry. It’s a grim scenario that we’ve all experienced before – we’ve blown out our budget on UberEATS and online shopping, leaving our dinner options slim and sad. It’s not all doom and gloom, though. There are ways to make the final few meals before payday bearable – you just have to get creative! Take stock of your paltry staples, have a crack at these ingenious recipes and compliment yourself on your resourcefulness. more

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Pavement Whispers: Volume 119 April 25
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Pavement Whispers: Volume 119 April 25

From whispers of exciting pop-ups to BYO dinners, 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

Cafes
Shady Palms' Mal and Bec open Lonely Boy in Spring Hill
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Shady Palms’ Mal and Bec open Lonely Boy in Spring Hill

Many years ago, in his first hospitality job, Mal Gill's boss told him that if he were to become a chef he would be a lonely boy. Well, Mal did become a chef. And he met his partner Bec Saul. And they have a beautiful baby girl. And as if to prove just how far from lonely Mal is, he and Bec have named their exciting new Spring Hill cafe – you guessed it – Lonely Boy. more

Bars
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

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

Bars
Taste the bouquet of Queensland’s best with a Rhine Daiquiri at Gerard’s Bar
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Taste the bouquet of Queensland’s best with a Rhine Daiquiri at Gerard’s Bar

We like Queensland produce and we cannot lie! We can talk about Queensland produce until the cows come home, but in all seriousness it’s mind-boggling how much incredible stuff can be found in our home state. Locally sourced produce is evident in far more than just the food on our plate – it also pops up in the cocktails we drink! Last year we awarded several of Brisbane’s best food and drink spots in the Taste of Queensland Awards – celebrating the efforts eateries put into incorporating local produce wherever possible. Gerard’s Bar blew us away with an incredible cocktail, so we decided to check in again and see what else the bartenders are concocting this season. more

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The Weekend Series: five of your favourite foods that weren't meant to happen
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The Weekend Series: five of your favourite foods that weren’t meant to happen

It’s the ultimate zero to hero scenario – you get home after a long day at work to realise you’ve skipped grocery shopping (again) and are forced to create some sort of ‘fridge a la surprise’ concoction from scratch. Nine times out of ten these creations are sketchy at best, but every now and then we can strike gold using the genius combination of laziness, necessity and luck. As it turns out, some of the world’s most beloved cuisines were the result of accidents – from potato chips to cereal, we’ve picked five of our favourite food flukes from history. more

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Pavement Whispers: Volume 118 April 18
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Pavement Whispers: Volume 118 April 18

From whispers of new cafes to adult milkshakes, 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

Restaurants
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

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