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i like ramen returns to the Gold Coast with a new plant-based bar and eatery in Nobby Beach

i like ramen returns to the Gold Coast with a new plant-based bar and eatery in Nobby Beach

By Janna Hrastovec 02 Dec 2019

Earlier this year, noodle bar i like ramen temporarily bowed out of the Gold Coast, stepping away from its kitchen within (now-closed) plant-based marketplace The LC and turning the focus to delighting Brisbane diners with its delicious vegan ramen. The recent unfortunate departure from its Fortitude Valley location has come with a silver lining for Gold Coasters – i like ramen is back where it all began, with the doors to its new ramen dispensary and whisky bar now open in Nobby Beach. more

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Inside Loki – the new two-level Mediterranean eatery and bar taking Hellenika's Nobby Beach spot
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Inside Loki – the new two-level Mediterranean eatery and bar taking Hellenika’s Nobby Beach spot

05 Dec 2019

While the Gold Coast is still digesting the news that iconic Greek restaurant Hellenika has sold and closed its doors, the new owners have wasted no time in getting the site's successor up and running. The double-storey Nobby Beach venue is now home to Loki (pronounced lock-ee), a new Mediterranean-style restaurant and rooftop bar that's soaked in European summer vibes. more

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Beachfront watering hole The Miami Tavern lifts the lid on its multi-million-dollar transformation
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Beachfront watering hole The Miami Tavern lifts the lid on its multi-million-dollar transformation

05 Dec 2019

Beachfront pub The Miami Tavern, affectionately known to many as The Sharky or The Shark Bar, has finally unveiled its highly anticipated transformation. Whether you were a passionate regular at the storied watering hole or The Sharky just wasn't really your jam, there's one thing we can all agree on – the two-level Miami icon, which has enjoyed long, rich history as a bar, bistro and live-music venue, boasts one of the best beachside locations on the coast. While it has served locals well, the ageing building was in need of an overhaul, so owners ALH Group embarked on a multi-million-dollar re-build of the longstanding site. more

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The round-up: the best places for cheap eats on the Gold Coast, as voted by locals!
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The round-up: the best places for cheap eats on the Gold Coast, as voted by locals!

05 Dec 2019

You know those times when you have nothing in the fridge that's appetising (we're looking at you, two-day-old salad), your stomach is rumbling, and you really just want to eat out with your mates but funds are tight and pay day isn't until the end of the week? This list is to get you though those times. As part of the EAT/drink Awards 2019, we asked locals to nominate and vote for their favourite places for a budget-friendly feed. So, thanks to the many thousands of locals that voted, here are some of the top spots for cheap eats across the Gold Coast. more

The round-up: eat, drink and be merry – top spots for Christmas Day dining on the Gold Coast

The round-up: eat, drink and be merry – top spots for Christmas Day dining on the Gold Coast

If you've spent the last few Christmas Days slaving in a hot kitchen, lining up at the prawn trawlers at dawn, and trying oh-so hard to salvage a dry roast turkey (we've all been there), then perhaps it's time for a change this year. Once you've emptied your stocking full of presents, you can venture out and fill up your belly with a glorious festive feast with all of the trimmings – all of the hard work is done for you, and you don't even have to do the washing up. In the spirit of the season, here are a bunch of places on the Gold Coast where you can eat, drink and be merry on Christmas Day.  more

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Things to do on the Gold Coast this weekend
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Things to do on the Gold Coast this weekend

05 Dec 2019

It's time to put Mariah Carey's Christmas album on repeat and let your hair down – the festive season is well and truly here! All of the Christmas markets, carols and more are in full swing this weekend, so there will be plenty of opportunities to get into the spirit. Plus, there's a heap of live gigs, foodie events, action at HOTA and more! Take a peek at this handy rundown of what's on across all corners of the Gold Coast. more

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Authentic ramen bar Goukai brings a slice of Tokyo to Burleigh Heads
Food & Drink

Authentic ramen bar Goukai brings a slice of Tokyo to Burleigh Heads

04 Dec 2019

For former professional rugby player Hiroshi Takeyama, bringing the tastes of his hometown of Tokyo to the sunny shores of the Gold Coast has been a lifelong dream. Last week, Hiroshi's dream turned into a reality, teaming up with fellow Japanese native, chef Noriyuki Sato, to open the doors to Goukai – an authentic Tokyo-style ramen bar in Burleigh Heads. more

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We’ve got the scoop! Messina and Australian Brewery collaborate to create Gelato Ale
Food & Drink

We’ve got the scoop! Messina and Australian Brewery collaborate to create Gelato Ale

04 Dec 2019

Sometimes two things come together in an unlikely union to create something spectacular. Like when a duckling and a golden retriever become best friends or when Martha Stewart and Snoop Dog start a cooking show. The latest collaboration to rock our worlds is Messina x Australian Brewery and its resulting invention – Gelato Ale. No need to pinch yourself, you’re not dreaming – now you can have your dulce de leche and drink it too. more

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Sophisticated feasts to dreamy picnics – The Star's multi-event New Year's Eve soiree is set to dazzle
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Sophisticated feasts to dreamy picnics – The Star’s multi-event New Year’s Eve soiree is set to dazzle

04 Dec 2019

Okay, let's get serious for just one moment – New Year's Eve is just around the corner, and we all know that failing to plan is planning to fail. This year, The Star Gold Coast is, in true style, going all out to welcome the arrival of 2020! This is where you'll find some of the city's most glamorous events and delicious feasts – and it's all happening under one roof! There's a lot of choice, so here's a rundown of what's on at The Star this New Year's Eve to give you a helping hand. more

Event Highlights

Community
A Sanctuary Cove Christmas
Until 22 Dec 2019

A Sanctuary Cove Christmas

Community
Christmas Carols & Fire Relief Fundraiser at Seagulls
7 Dec 2019

Christmas Carols & Fire Relief Fundraiser at Seagulls

Community
Christmas Day at Southport Sharks
25 Dec 2019

Christmas Day at Southport Sharks

Food
All That Glitters New Year's Eve 2020 at QT Gold Coast
31 Dec 2019

All That Glitters New Year’s Eve 2020 at QT Gold Coast

Festival
Falls Music & Arts Festival
31 Dec 2019 - 2 Jan 2020

Falls Music & Arts Festival

Community
New Year's Eve 80s Night at SkyPoint
31 Dec 2019 - 1 Jan 2020

New Year’s Eve 80s Night at SkyPoint

Events: What's on at the Gold Coast this week. Start planning your weekend

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Food
The Night Market at Carrara Markets

The Night Market at Carrara Markets

Community
Sunset Social at Harrigan's

Sunset Social at Harrigan’s

Exhibitions
Gold Coast Women Artists Christmas Art Exhibition

Gold Coast Women Artists Christmas Art Exhibition

Music
Adam Thompson: Bohemian Rhapsody Live

Adam Thompson: Bohemian Rhapsody Live

Community
Christmas Crafts ArtLab at HOTA

Christmas Crafts ArtLab at HOTA

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HOME at HOTA

HOME at HOTA

Food
Christmas Bottomless Brunch at Aviary Rooftop Bar

Christmas Bottomless Brunch at Aviary Rooftop Bar

Community
Paint and Sip at The Sweet Fine Artist Studio

Paint and Sip at The Sweet Fine Artist Studio

Food
Hyde Paradiso Mixology Masterclass

Hyde Paradiso Mixology Masterclass

Food
Christmas Festive Feast at Gold Coast Turf Club

Christmas Festive Feast at Gold Coast Turf Club

Beauty
Ditch the plastic and lather up with a bar of Shampoo With A Purpose
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Ditch the plastic and lather up with a bar of Shampoo With A Purpose

05 Dec 2019

We all know that plastic isn't so fantastic but in Australia, 5.3 million consumers, that is 27.1-percent of the population, purchase single-use plastic bottles on a weekly basis. Most of which, let's be honest, are destined for landfill once it has fulfilled its original purpose where it can take between 20 and 1000 years to degrade. If that makes you feel all of the things, you're not alone – but together, we can make small changes that have a big impact. One of the easiest changes we can make is to switch to a shampoo bar from Shampoo With A Purpose once your current supply runs dry. more

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Win a double pass to see the Sam Mendes World War I epic, 1917
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Win a double pass to see the Sam Mendes World War I epic, 1917

06 Dec 2019

Sam Mendes, the Oscar®-winning director of Skyfall, Spectre and American Beauty, brings his singular vision to his World War I epic, 1917. At the height of the First World War, two young British soldiers, Schofield (Captain Fantastic’s George MacKay) and Blake (Game of Thrones’ Dean-Charles Chapman) are given a seemingly impossible mission. In a race against time, they must cross enemy territory and deliver a message that will stop a deadly attack on hundreds of soldiers—Blake’s own brother among them. The Weekend Edition is giving you the chance to win one of ten double passes to see 1917. Enter below for your chance to win. 1917 opens in cinemas from January 9, 2020. Competition closes Sunday, January 5 at 11:59 pm. Winners will be contacted by mail. more

Food News
Tweed Heads patisserie Baked teams up with Husk Distillers to launch a series of booze-spiked croissants
Food & Drink

Tweed Heads patisserie Baked teams up with Husk Distillers to launch a series of booze-spiked croissants

04 Dec 2019

It's been a whole year since Tweed Heads patisserie Baked first opened its doors and delighted us with its sugar-coated goodness, sourdough breads and flaky pastries. To celebrate its first birthday, the waterfront bakery is teaming up with Tumbulgum's Husk Distillery to release a decadent series of booze-filled croissants, aptly named the Croissants of Summer range. more

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Learning to say no was the biggest learning curve for me, because you have to be quite cut-throat about it ... ~ Stella Donnelly more

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