Food News
Pavement Whispers: grab Nutella ravioli and spaghetti by the gram from soon-to-open boutique The Pasta Emporium

Pavement Whispers: grab Nutella ravioli and spaghetti by the gram from soon-to-open boutique The Pasta Emporium

By Janna Hrastovec 24 Sep 2020

When the pandemic peaked, popular Robina cafe Dark Fluid turned to making take-home comfort meals to nourish its loyal customers while keeping its business afloat. At the time, Natalie Ivanovski, the daughter of Dark Fluid's owner-operators Sonia and John Ivanovski, was stood down from her day job – so she jumped in to help her parents cook the hearty takeaway meals, making pasta by hand and lasagne sheets from scratch. They soon found themselves struggling to keep up with the demand – and it sparked a savvy idea from Natalie and Sonia to open a pasta-centric providore where locals could buy fresh, handmade pasta by the gram, along with take-home meals and specialty deli goods. more

Food News
The round-up: your guide to hard seltzers – the unofficial drink of summer
Food & Drink

The round-up: your guide to hard seltzers – the unofficial drink of summer

24 Sep 2020

So, let's talk about seltzers. In particular, hard seltzers. It's pretty much being dubbed the unofficial drink of summer, but what the heck is a seltzer? It's pretty simple. It's boozy, fizzy water and it's starting to dominate the normally sugar-heavy and calorie-laden RTD market. Seltzers have been big business in America for a while, and it's now making waves in Australia, with a bunch of breweries and booze makers (from the big players to the local outfits) jumping on board to create their version of the carbonated sort-of-healthy sip. Traditionally, seltzers are 'brewed', kind of like beer, with fermented grain or rice creating the booziness – or there are some brands simply adding alcohol to fizzy water. Either way, these gluten-free, low-calorie, not-too-sweet sips are gathering steam, and it looks like they are here to stay. To help you navigate, we've popped together… more

Food News
Pavement Whispers: new specialty coffee lounge WavyBone to bring brews and chews to Chirn Park
Food & Drink

Pavement Whispers: new specialty coffee lounge WavyBone to bring brews and chews to Chirn Park

24 Sep 2020

Despite a less-than-ideal year, the Gold Coast's specialty coffee scene seems to have weathered the pandemic storm – and the latest caffeine-slinging arrival is testament to the city's ever-growing appetite for top-quality coffee. After growing a solid following as a retro caravan jacking up locals at various events and pop-ups across the coast, popular mobile coffee dispensary WavyBone will soon be swapping its wheels for walls with its flagship bricks-and-mortar venue to open in just a few weeks time. more

Aquatic adventures – discover Noosa with these bucket-list-worthy water activities

Aquatic adventures – discover Noosa with these bucket-list-worthy water activities

Noosa's calm river, beautiful hidden waterways and enchanting beaches are perfect for a quick dip, sailing, kayaking, stand-up paddling, fishing and much more. Whether you want to explore the pristine waters of the Noosa Everglades, paddle the tranquil surrounds of Noosa River or go leaping over ocean waves on a thrilling powerboat, you're bound to have an unforgettable experience in the water. So you can make a big splash on your Noosa holiday, have a gander at our round-up of water-based adventures that promise fun, thrills and excitement. more

Recipes
Get a little taste of summer in Sicily with Julia Busuttil Nishimura's coffee granita with whipped cream and brioche
Food & Drink

Get a little taste of summer in Sicily with Julia Busuttil Nishimura’s coffee granita with whipped cream and brioche

24 Sep 2020

Whether it’s for breakfast or a snack, granita and brioche is the epitome of a summer treat. As the granita melts, the cream and coffee merge to make a kind of slush, which is every bit as delicious as it sounds. This must-try recipe from Julia Busuttil Nishimura is featured within the pages of her new book A Year of Simple Family Food and is an ode to summer holidays in Sicily, where there are no rules and granita with whipped cream and brioche becomes a perfectly acceptable breakfast. Tip, you may need to start the brioche the day before you want to eat it so you can let the dough prove overnight in the fridge. more

Accessories
Step up your picnic game with a little help from The Somewhere Co.
Gentlefolk

Step up your picnic game with a little help from The Somewhere Co.

24 Sep 2020

If the swooping birds haven't given it away, it's officially spring, which means one thing – picnics! Rolling out a rug and whiling away the afternoon with a plethora of cheese and a cheeky pet-nat is undoubtedly one of our favourite past times. But somewhere along the line, someone made the executive decision that all picnic rugs had to be plaid. Well, to that The Somewhere Co. say nay. The brand is here to save you from the status quo with a stunning range of pretty picnic rugs, cooler bags and miscellaneous goodies. more

Food News
The round-up: where to find the Gold Coast’s best fish and chips
Food & Drink

The round-up: where to find the Gold Coast’s best fish and chips

24 Sep 2020

Fish and chips – it's one of life's great indulgences. Given our city's coastal location, we're certainly not short on decent fish and chipperies, with plenty of local hangs utilising our amazing local produce to give us some darn tasty sea-based nosh. Roll out the picnic rug, pals – here's where to find some of the Gold Coast's best fish and chips. more

Gifts
The Borrowed Nursery plants a new Brisbane location at Colwill Place
Gentlefolk

The Borrowed Nursery plants a new Brisbane location at Colwill Place

24 Sep 2020

While all eyes have been drawn to the work currently being undertaken restoring prominently positioned retail strip Colwill Place in Windsor, the revitalised hub’s first tenant has already quietly opened behind it. Beloved Gold Coast-born plant, pot and gift store The Borrowed Nursery has just sprouted a second locale in an old mechanic shed at behind the precinct, establishing a must-visit treasure trove of locally grown plants, bespoke ceramic vessels and artisan-crafted gifts. Oh, and the space doubles as a venue for hire! Here’s what you need to know about this charming newcomer … more

Event Highlights

Food
Margis at Mr.
Until 21 Jul 2021

Margis at Mr.

Free
Neon Paradise at Paradise Centre
Until 5 Oct 2020

Neon Paradise at Paradise Centre

Food
STARCATION at The Star – Your Ultimate Gold Coast Holiday
Until 31 Oct 2020

STARCATION at The Star – Your Ultimate Gold Coast Holiday

Community
Currumbin Community Markets
Every Thursday

Currumbin Community Markets

Community
Palm Beach Farmers Market
Every Saturday

Palm Beach Farmers Market

Community
Independent Australian Authors Symposium
14 Nov 2020

Independent Australian Authors Symposium

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

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Food
Bundall Farmers' Markets

Bundall Farmers’ Markets

Music
Party in the Park at HOTA

Party in the Park at HOTA

Festival
Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers

Toowoomba Carnival of Flowers

Market
Tamborine Mountain State School Markets

Tamborine Mountain State School Markets

Kids
Pacific Fairgrounds Carnival

Pacific Fairgrounds Carnival

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Community
The Village Markets Burleigh Heads

The Village Markets Burleigh Heads

Community
Camp Quality's Big Walk for Little Kids

Camp Quality’s Big Walk for Little Kids

Exhibitions
Gaia at HOTA

Gaia at HOTA

Market
Mudgeeraba Country Markets

Mudgeeraba Country Markets

Food News
Farm-to-table restaurant Frida's Field arrives in the rolling hills of Byron Bay
Food & Drink

Farm-to-table restaurant Frida’s Field arrives in the rolling hills of Byron Bay

17 Sep 2020

On a working cattle property in the picturesque town of Nashua, on the fringe of Bangalow in the Byron Bay hinterland, sits Northern Rivers' newest dining destination – Frida's Field. The farm-to-table restaurant will officially open on Saturday September 26, serving the property's own sustainably grown ingredients (think wagyu-Angus raised in surrounding paddocks and fresh produce plucked from its on-site gardens and orchards) across Friday dinners and Saturday long lunches. more

Art
Get a little handsy at Crockd's Hot n’ Pottered life sculpting event
Event News

Get a little handsy at Crockd’s Hot n’ Pottered life sculpting event

24 Sep 2020

A wise man (okay, Nelly, it was Nelly) once said 'it's getting hot in here' except this time, you won't be the one taking off all of your clothes. Intrigued? Good! Allow us to elaborate. Local pottery legends Crockd are hosting a cheeky life sculpting event that promises to lure you out of your comfort zone to take part in a collective art experience. It promises to be a real eye-opener, in more ways than one. more

Local
Hidden gems – explore off the beaten track and adventure through Noosa's natural wonders
Destination

Hidden gems – explore off the beaten track and adventure through Noosa’s natural wonders

24 Sep 2020

There’s no better way to cure a case of cabin fever than an adventure to destinations yet visited – and Noosa has an abundance of natural wonders and hidden gems to explore! You can traverse through lush rainforest in national parks, go on heart-pumping hikes across vast sandy dunes, discover native wildlife and more in this dazzling scenic region. We think it's about time you gave into your wanderlust and got back to nature, so here are a few ideas to put on your Noosa bucket list. more

The Locals Next week: a Goldie local

Chris McLeay
... Keep it simple, don’t be afraid to fail and continue to innovate ... ~ Chris McLeay more

Weekly Inspire… Theme of the Week: Words of wisdom

Life is either a daring adventure, or nothing. ~ Helen Keller

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