Bars
Pavement Whispers: Barry Parade Public House, a neighbourhood bar serving vintage spirits and Creole-inspired fare, is opening in The Valley
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Pavement Whispers: Barry Parade Public House, a neighbourhood bar serving vintage spirits and Creole-inspired fare, is opening in The Valley

08 Aug 2024

There's a new neighbourhood bar helmed by some top-tier talent taking shape on the fringe of Fortitude Valley. At Barry Parade Public House, vintage spirits, creative cocktails and a crowd-pleasing selection of wines will flow while a kitchen turns out a selection of dishes boasting a flavour-packed Creole influence. The joint is set to open in September – here's what we know ... more

Food News
Strawberry sundae danishes and Gaytime lamingtons – where to find Ekka-inspired treats in Brisbane
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Strawberry sundae danishes and Gaytime lamingtons – where to find Ekka-inspired treats in Brisbane

08 Aug 2024

Can you feel it? The palpable tingle of excitement in the air, the distant aroma of dagwood dogs frying and the faint rustle of show bags being filled? It's Ekka time, baby! The annual agricultural show is on again and Brisbane is gearing up to celebrate. Beyond the confines of the Brisbane Showgrounds, a number of local eateries are getting into the spirit with their own Ekka-inspired creations. If you're keen to experience some show-day goodness without the crowds, seek out these treats around town. more

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Pavement Whispers: dessert to get the degustation treatment at Fortitude Valley newcomer The Eucalyptus Room
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Pavement Whispers: dessert to get the degustation treatment at Fortitude Valley newcomer The Eucalyptus Room

08 Aug 2024

One of Brisbane's most creative culinary minds is turning his attention to dessert. The Eucalyptus Room, the soon-to-open ten-seater from Andrew McCrea of Fortitude Valley fine diner Perspective Dining, will serve a seven-course dessert-centric degustation experience, taking guests on a brain-melting journey through sweet, savoury and sour. Here's what we know ... more

Bars
The round-up: what's open this Ekka public holiday
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The round-up: what’s open this Ekka public holiday

08 Aug 2024

The show bag pavilion is packed with prizes, the rides are fully operational, and the dagwood dogs are ready to be dipped. It’s Ekka time and that means a little mid-week day off for those of us in the greater Brisbane area. The show day public holiday is on Wednesday August 14 this year, and even if you’re not feeling the urge to throw yourself into some classic show-day shenanigans, there’s plenty of fun to be had! We’ve compiled a handy list of cafes, bars and restaurants that will be trading throughout the Ekka public holiday, so wherever you end up you'll be best in chow! more

Pavement Whispers
Pavement Whispers: Volume 470 August 6
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Pavement Whispers: Volume 470 August 6

06 Aug 2024

From news of a French-inspired restaurant and champagne bar opening at The Star Brisbane to an exciting new chapter for a beloved wine and tapas joint, 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

Bars
Get the first look at Justin Lane's sprawling new Fortitude Valley pizzeria, rooftop bar and vinyl lounge
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Get the first look at Justin Lane’s sprawling new Fortitude Valley pizzeria, rooftop bar and vinyl lounge

01 Aug 2024

Burleigh came to Brisbane last week with the official opening of Justin Lane's brand-new establishment in Fortitude Valley. The team officially cut the ribbon on the jaw-dropping hub on Friday July 26, lifting the cloche on a casual restaurant space, rooftop bar and subterranean cocktail and vinyl lounge, with a soon-to-open takeaway pizzeria and cafe still to come. We were there to take a look around – here's what we saw ... more

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Pavement Whispers: Dark Shepherd, a new lamb-centric restaurant from Tassis Group, is coming to The Star Brisbane
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Pavement Whispers: Dark Shepherd, a new lamb-centric restaurant from Tassis Group, is coming to The Star Brisbane

01 Aug 2024

The Terrace at The Star Brisbane is starting to fill up. Joining the dining precinct's roster of restaurants is Dark Shepherd, a new Mediterranean-inspired venue from Tassis Group – the hospitality crew behind Longwang, Fatcow and Fosh. Here, lamb will be the centrepiece of the offering, with succulent woodfired morsels taking pride of place alongside freshly sourced seafood. Here's what we know ... more

Cafes
Beverage buzz – the famed Mont Blanc coffee has arrived in Brisbane and we know where to get a taste
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Beverage buzz – the famed Mont Blanc coffee has arrived in Brisbane and we know where to get a taste

01 Aug 2024

There's a new drink on the market that is setting our Instagram and TikTok feeds abuzz. The Mont Blanc, a drink created and made virally popular at vaunted Melbourne cafe Good Measure, has made its way to Brisbane, with an increasing number of local cafes putting a spin on the cream-topped sipping sensation. We've done a quick tour around town to find the spots where you can get a Mont Blanc right now – here's what we found ... more

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Brooki Bakehouse and Whittaker's team up for a must-try cookie collab
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Brooki Bakehouse and Whittaker’s team up for a must-try cookie collab

31 Jul 2024

Do you fancy a fine chocolate? Crave a chunky cookie? Well do we have news for you! For two days only, Brisbane cookie connoisseurs Brooki Bakehouse will be partnering with Aotearoan chocolate artisans Whittaker’s, Whittaker’s to roll out a limited-edition Creamy Caramel Cookie. This is one confection you won't want to miss – here are all the sticky details ... more

Food News
Female-owned and operated rum brand Birds of Isle unveils new Bunya Nut Rum
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Female-owned and operated rum brand Birds of Isle unveils new Bunya Nut Rum

31 Jul 2024

Tweed Shire’s Birds of Isle rum distillery wants to redefine the rum-drinking experience with a new, femme-fuelled brew. Founded by partners in life and business Chanel Melani and Sally Carter, Birds of Isle produces premium rum spirits, inspired by the diverse landscape and culture of the Northern Rivers. Its latest launch, Bunya Nut Rum, has imbued the sweet depth of rum with a delicate-smokey hit of native bunya nuts for a uniquely Australian flavour. Keep reading to find out more … more

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Pavement Whispers: Volume 469 July 30
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Pavement Whispers: Volume 469 July 30

30 Jul 2024

From news of The Star Brisbane's newest restaurant announcement to a stellar sandwich joint and bar opening on 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

Cafes
Start the week on the right note at Monday Cafe, the new inner-city eatery from the Hey Mr crew
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Start the week on the right note at Monday Cafe, the new inner-city eatery from the Hey Mr crew

25 Jul 2024

Brisbane City is not short on exceptional coffee spots, but when it comes to full-service cafes ... let's just say that there's plenty of room to improve. The team behind popular New Farm cafe Hey Mr is looking to increase the amount of daytime options available to inner-city denizens with Monday Cafe, a spacious new brunch and lunch spot that quietly opened on Adelaide Street in early July. Expect to find a bunch of Hey Mr's Asian-inspired favourites alongside freshly baked pastries and specialty coffee, plus a tight lunch menu featuring pasta and snacks. more

Best of Brisbane
Cartel Del Taco | Brisbane's best Mexican
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Where to find the best Mexican food in Brisbane

24 Jul 2024

When it comes to world cuisine, we have a lot to thank the country of Mexico for. While a lot of us are no strangers to a humble burrito, true Mexican food enthusiasts know there is so much more to it – fresh flavours, crisp textures and simple recipes are what make an authentic Mexican dish truly great. Other countries have also borrowed from Mexico’s rich and vibrant culinary culture to create food fusions that we could only dream of – so whether you’re a purist when it comes to your pozole or you don’t mind a bit of Tex-Mex action, Brisbane has got you covered. We’ve rounded the best spots to get your Mexican food fix in Brisbane – let’s taco ‘bout it. more

Pavement Whispers
Pavement Whispers: Volume 468 July 23
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Pavement Whispers: Volume 468 July 23

23 Jul 2024

From news of Emporium Hotel's soon-to-open Italian dining concept to an Indochine-inspired restaurant taking shape at The Star Brisbane, 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: Lúc Lắc, Ghanem Group's new Indochine-inspired restaurant and bar, is opening at The Star Brisbane in September
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Pavement Whispers: Lúc Lắc, Ghanem Group’s new Indochine-inspired restaurant and bar, is opening at The Star Brisbane in September

22 Jul 2024

The countdown is on to the official opening of The Star Brisbane, the glitzy centrepiece of the long-gestating Queen's Wharf development. Even with the precinct's multi-stage opening slated to commence on Thursday August 29, the team behind The Star Brisbane is still dropping news of venues joining its cadre of dining destinations. In September, Ghanem Group – the team behind Blackbird, Donna Chang and more – will open Lúc Lắc, a restaurant and bar showcasing the flavours of Vietnam, Thailand and Singapore in chic tropical-inspired surrounds. Here's what we know ... more