From news of a new eatery showcasing fare from Australia's best chefs to another exciting restaurant announcement for Queen's Wharf, 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
One of The City's best coffee spots has expanded. The Hideout Specialty Coffee has lifted the cloche on a new light-filled cafe on Edward Street, offering a broad range of invigorating brews (including some made using seriously high-grade reserve beans), as well as a new-and-improved menu led by stacked open-faced sandwiches. Oh, and we also hear there's a range of coffee-infused cocktails to come. Take a peek inside ... more
It was a busy scene over in Woolloongabba on Sunday morning. Had you been in the area, you might have spied a concentration of pastry-loving punters, cake connoisseurs and focaccia fiends piling into a chic shopfront along Logan Road's cul-de-sac dining hub. That's Cerin Pasticceria, which officially opened to the public over the weekend. This chic Italian-inspired bakery made a great first impression with its range of baked goods, including buttery cornetti, cream-filled maritozzi, carbonara danishes, stuffed focaccia and a broad range of delectable treats. Take a peek inside ... more
Following the hugely successful debut of its brunch-slinging sibling Buttery Boy, the team behind Mr Duncans has finally pulled back the curtain on its long-awaiting multi-kitchen dining hub. Serving everything from wok-tossed Singapore chilli crab and market-fresh sashimi to potato pizzas with miso brown butter, cheeseburger gyozas and fire-licked steaks, Mr Duncans is a treat for folks with globe-trotting taste buds. more
In this era of penny pinching, dining out should be a source of comfort and indulgence, not extra stress. Fortunately, plenty of restaurants offer a trusty banquet menu to keep any order envy or indecision at bay. We’ve rounded up five Brisbane venues serving delicious and abundant banquet meals – all for $50 or less! more
One of the world's most creative bartenders is linking up with the crew at W Brisbane's Living Room Bar for a six-month cocktail collaboration. Matt Whiley of famed Sydney sipping spot RE is helping devise a seasonally changing cocktail menu boasting concoctions made with waste from W Brisbane's kitchens. Blackened pumpkin seeds, onion ash and burnt potato skins – it's all getting a second chance with these boundary pushing beverages. more
Earlier this month, Woolloongabba was the welcome recipient of a brand-new outpost from Uncle Don. The popular Japanese-inspired eatery has brought its menu of drool-worthy donburi to South City Square, opening a sleek 100-seater site where guests can devour katsu pork sandos, teritaki-glazed wagyu dons and plates of sashimi. Come and have a look around ... more
Turn Tuesday into Chews-day with Everton Plaza’s stunning array of special meal deals. This June, Everton Plaza will celebrate the skinflints with Tight Toosh Tuesday – an all-day feast of frugality with $20 brunch deals, $20 lunch deals and $35 dinner deals. Read on to hear more… more
From news of Peach Cafe's brunch-slinging sibling to a fiery Argentinian-inspired steakhouse, 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
The brains behind one of The Valley's most cherished coffee spots have just opened a brand-new cafe. If you've been seeking a new joint to grab a killer coffee, classic brunch bites or simply enjoy some low-key vibes, Piccolo by Him might just be the spot you're looking for. more
Rosalie Village continues to evolve into one of the best precincts to dine in Brisbane's west. Joining the ranks of the neighbourhoods cadre of eateries is Ma Chim, a Thai-inspired chow house and micro bar from a pair of kitchen-savvy siblings. Offering everything from Esan-style sausages and Peking duck baos to wagyu Thai boat noodles and tom yum hot pots, Ma Chim's menu is well worth exploring. more
The light-filled Newmarket Road space previously home to brunch-slinging institution Willow & Spoon is now home to a new cafe – one with a German twist. Putzig is the name of this cute newcomer, which is serving a range of covetable cakes, terrific tarts and sublime slices alongside a tight menu of breakfast staples, drool-worthy burgers and silky coffee. Take a look inside ... more
There are few meals more satisfying than a big ol’ juicy burger. Whether you like them stacked or simple, this famous two-handed food is universally adored for a reason – and through the countless variations we have encountered in our travels around Brisbane, we have adopted some clear favourites. From tried-and-true local stalwarts to the craziest creations, we’ve collated a list of what we think are the best burgers in Brisbane for you to wrap your laughing gear around – and don’t be afraid to get your hands dirty. more
In our busy lives, we have found that the weekly grocery shop has become more of a chore to avoid, rather than enjoy. Jones & Co Grocer IGA Queen Street Village is here to change the way we see our regular shop, transforming every grocery run into a delicious adventure. Tucked away in bustling Southport, this gem isn’t your average supermarket. Gather your reusable bags and let us take you on a tour. more
Chin chin! New South Wales-based Distillery Botanica has launched a dazzling new drink, dedicated to the expansive beaches and natural beauty of its Central Coast home. As befits its oceanic inspiration, the standout ingredient in this terrific tipple is crushed Akoya pearls from Broken Bay Pearl Farm. Add a splash of sun-ripened citrus, a pinch of pink botanicals and voila – you’ve got the primo Pearl Crush Gin. more
Grab your winter warmers, schedule your next road trip and whet that appetite – The Curated Plate is back for 2024. This July 26 to August 4, the Sunshine Coast will celebrate its culinary culture with 90 delicious events over ten days, ranging from long lunches to beer festivals, cooking classes, farm tours and so much more. Keep reading to find out the 2024 program ... more
From news of an Australian-first sports and entertainment concept at Portside to a new burger and fro-yo 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
If you've cruised down Chatsworth Road in Coorparoo at some point in the past seven weeks, you've likely seen crowds clustered around an olive-hued shopfront. That's Snug, the new smash-hit cafe from rising-star chefs Leaham Claydon and Jianne Jeoung. The cosy venue has been consistently packed since it opened over Easter, with throngs gathering for cups of ST ALi coffee and silky hojicha lattes. The crowds are set to congregate again with the launch of Snug's Korean-inspired brunch offering, which boasts the likes of soft pretzels, scrambled egg-drop sandwiches and omurice with prawns. more
If you've noticed the aroma of woodsmoke floating down James Street recently, you probably caught a whiff of Fatcow on James St – the brand-new steakhouse and seafood restaurant from Tassis Group. The super-busy restaurant crew has brought Fatcow back to life in luxe digs on James Street's northern end, pulling back the curtains on a sleek monochromatic space and debuting a spruced-up menu filled with live seafood and sublime steaks sourced from Australia's best producers. Part rebirth, part sophisticated glow-up, Fatcow on James St is now primed and ready to gun for a spot amongst Brisbane's best protein palaces. Take a look inside ... more
The comic-loving crew behind California Lane staple 1st Edition has given two of its laneway libation spots a supervillain-inspired sprucing. On Friday May 24, the team will officially unveil Harley Quinn – a colourful and cosy cocktail joint serving creative concoctions at night and a menu of light bites in the daytime. We got a sneak peek at Harley Quinn earlier this week – here's what we saw ... more
