Bars
Bo'teku brings Bali vibes and beachside eats to Coolangatta

Bo’teku brings Bali vibes and beachside eats to Coolangatta

By Jade Quinlivan 22 Oct 2020

Since overseas trips are off the menu for the foreseeable future, Kirra local Matt Burke and the guys behind the neighbouring Bondi Grill'e are bringing the Bali vibes to Coolangatta with a new bohemian-inspired bar and eatery, Bo'teku. The new beachside bar has taken over the former George's Paragon site along Marine Parade and aims to create a welcoming space to while away an afternoon with a drink in hand. The venue takes cues from Bondi Grill'e in Uluwatu by showcasing a culinarily diverse menu of share-style food and cocktails. Settle in and get acquainted with Bo'teku.  more

Bars
Tugun's Craft House brings its bounty of bevs and bites north to Nobby Beach
Food & Drink

Tugun’s Craft House brings its bounty of bevs and bites north to Nobby Beach

22 Oct 2020

Since opening its doors in August 2018, Craft House in Tugun has been delighting diners with its unexpected and ever-changing roster of craft beer on the taps. Fast-forward a few years, a change of ownership and a global pandemic and the southern haunt is still thriving – a testament to the fact it's got the fundamentals down pat – good beer, good vibes and good food. Not ones to sit idly by, owners Dee Weisner and Wayne Hagan decided to venture north and replicate the formula for Mermaid Beach locals. Frothy fiends, say hello to Craft House Bar and Restaurant Nobby's. more

Recipes
Invest in a little self-care this Saturday with a bowl of chicken gravy and crisp Brussels sprouts pasta
Food & Drink

Invest in a little self-care this Saturday with a bowl of chicken gravy and crisp Brussels sprouts pasta

22 Oct 2020

Forget the sourdough-baking addiction of early 2020, Elizabeth Hewson is reviving the ancient art of pasta making as the must-try stuck-at-home leisure pursuit to get us through this bizarre new reality. Combining self-care ritual with hunger-busting necessity, the foodie found that the slow act of crafting pasta by hand could serve as a form of therapy and keep her anxiety at bay during difficult times. As this year continues to throw challenges our way, many may find similar consolation from preparing their own bowl of comforting carbs. Pop on a soothing playlist and stir up this soul-cuddling pasta sauce of chicken gravy and crisp Brussels sprouts from Elizabeth’s forthcoming cookbook, Saturday Night Pasta. Elizabeth has put her own spin on this Italian favourite, describing it as “the dish that gives me a hug when the world does not”. If you want to take your culinary therapy a… more

Need a bit of R&R? Unwind at Noosa's blissful wellness destinations

Need a bit of R&R? Unwind at Noosa’s blissful wellness destinations

With its abundance of heavenly beaches to laze on, natural gems to explore, invigorating activities to try out and places to rest up in style, Noosa has got more than enough to help you relax and rejuvenate. So you can hit the reset button whilst on your Noosa getaway, here are a few sure ways to ensure you leave completely revitalised ... more

Food News
The round-up: pizza to pappardelle – we’ve uncovered some of the Gold Coast’s best Italian restaurants
Food & Drink

The round-up: pizza to pappardelle – we’ve uncovered some of the Gold Coast’s best Italian restaurants

20 Oct 2020

There's something deeply satisfying about plunging a fork into a bowl of freshly made pasta topped with just the right amount of sauce, that first eagerly anticipated sip of a slightly chilled red or wrapping your mitts around a sizeable slice of pizza straight from the oven – it's the culinary equivalent of a big, warm hug, which sounds pretty darn great right now. To point you in the right direction, we’ve put together a handy list of some of the Gold Coast’s best Italian restaurants, all for your eating pleasure. more

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Netflix, but make it fancy – Palace Home Cinema is bringing you fine films on demand
Gentlefolk

Netflix, but make it fancy – Palace Home Cinema is bringing you fine films on demand

22 Oct 2020

As grateful as we are to streaming services for helping us through the cataclysmic void that 2020 has been, we’ve really been missing the thrill of catching fresh new film releases. One particular movie mecca that true cinephiles have been very keen to return to in the post-COVID world is Palace Cinemas, a beloved beacon of premium indie films and limited-release flicks that you really can’t catch anywhere else in Australia. Well, the clever team at Palace has come up with a brand-new business model that allows movie buffs to get their fix of the latest releases without leaving the house – enter Palace Home Cinema. more

Community
Footy finals, Oktoberfest, acid rock and sake flights – what's on across the coast this weekend
Event News

Footy finals, Oktoberfest, acid rock and sake flights – what’s on across the coast this weekend

21 Oct 2020

Friends, we made it! Another work week done and dusted and in the immortal words of a singer who we won't mention for obvious reasons, it's the freakin' weekend baby, let's go have us some fun. Footy fans are undoubtedly in for a big one with the AFL grand final kicking off on Saturday and the NRL grand final on Sunday. Sport not your bag? No worries, there's still plenty of things to see and do across the Gold Coast to get you out of the house and into the sunshine. From fashion markets to boozy art classes and sake degustations, here's a handy guide of what's on this weekend (October 23–25). more

Food News
Take a (sake) flight around Japan with Kiyomi's exclusive degustation series
Food & Drink

Take a (sake) flight around Japan with Kiyomi’s exclusive degustation series

16 Oct 2020

Trips to Japan are off the table right now, but the tastes of Tokyo and beyond are closer to home than you think. High-end Japanese dining spot Kiyomi at The Star Gold Coast is treating diners throughout October and November with an exclusive sake-paired degustation menu, allowing you to explore the wonders of sake and develop a deeper appreciation of the traditional rice wine (or 'nihonshu' as it's referred to in Japan), all without leaving the coast. more

Food News
Bao buns, flaming cocktails and dessert arancini – Surfers Paradise welcomes sleek new bar Ms Margot's
Food & Drink

Bao buns, flaming cocktails and dessert arancini – Surfers Paradise welcomes sleek new bar Ms Margot’s

15 Oct 2020

Every morning at 8:15 am, 91-year-old Gold Coast local Ms Margot arrives at Hilton Surfers Paradise's lobby bar, sits in the same spot and orders the same thing – she has done that every day since 2011. Last week, the hotel unveiled part of its $9-million revamp – which included a brand-new lobby bar. It's a sleek space designed for locals, serving everything from coffee and breakfast to bao buns and late-night cocktails. Its name? Ms Margot's Bar & Eats, a heartfelt nod to the hotel's most frequent (and sophisticated) customer. more

Event Highlights

Food
Melbourne Cup at Nineteen at The Star
3 Nov 2020

Melbourne Cup at Nineteen at The Star

Food
Melbourne Cup at Aviary Rooftop Bar
3 Nov 2020

Melbourne Cup at Aviary Rooftop Bar

Food
Melbourne Cup at Gold Coast Turf Club
3 Nov 2020

Melbourne Cup at Gold Coast Turf Club

Community
Bleach* Festival 2020
12 - 22 Nov 2020

Bleach* Festival 2020

Community
Independent Australian Authors Symposium
14 Nov 2020

Independent Australian Authors Symposium

Festival
Crafted Beer & Cider Festival 2020
28 Nov 2020

Crafted Beer & Cider Festival 2020

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

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Day of the Dead at El Camino Cantina

Day of the Dead at El Camino Cantina

Community
Fridays on the Lawn at HOTA

Fridays on the Lawn at HOTA

Community
Camp Quality's Big Walk for Little Kids

Camp Quality’s Big Walk for Little Kids

Food
STARCATION at The Star – Your Ultimate Gold Coast Holiday

STARCATION at The Star – Your Ultimate Gold Coast Holiday

Food
BBQ Bazaar Night Market

BBQ Bazaar Night Market

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Music
HOLY HOLY at Kingscliff Beach Hotel

HOLY HOLY at Kingscliff Beach Hotel

Food
Sake Degustation at Kiyomi

Sake Degustation at Kiyomi

Community
Surfers Paradise Beachfront Markets

Surfers Paradise Beachfront Markets

Food
Miami Marketta

Miami Marketta

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The Sanctuary Markets

The Sanctuary Markets

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Win one of ten double passes to see the Marie Curie biopic Radioactive
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Win one of ten double passes to see the Marie Curie biopic Radioactive

22 Oct 2020

Radioactive is a journey through Marie Curie’s (Rosamund Pike) enduring legacies – her passionate relationships, scientific breakthroughs and the consequences that followed for her and for the world. After meeting fellow scientist Pierre Curie (Sam Riley), the pair go on to marry and change the face of science forever by their discovery of radioactivity. The genius of the Curies’ world-changing discoveries and the ensuing Nobel Prize propels the devoted couple into the international limelight. From renowned producers Working Title (Darkest Hour) and Shoebox Films (Atonement) plus Academy Award® nominated director Marjane Satrapi comes a bold, visionary depiction of the transformative effects and ensuing fallout of the Curie’s work and how this shaped the defining moments of the 20th Century. The Weekend Edition is giving you the chance to win one of ten double… more

Get ready to indulge in a little retail therapy – H&M has finally launched its online store in Australia
Gentlefolk

Get ready to indulge in a little retail therapy – H&M has finally launched its online store in Australia

20 Oct 2020

Spring has well and truly sprung, with summer following close behind on its heels. This change of season means it's time to treat yourself to a shopping spree and give your wardrobe a well-deserved update. So you can elevate your aesthetic without even leaving the house, global fashion retailer H&M has launched its highly anticipated online store in Australia! From today, Tuesday October 20, you can hop online and fill your cart with all of the gems you've been eyeing on your recent trips to the shopping centre. Convenience unlocked. more

The Locals Next week: a Goldie local

Winson Law
... I believe you don’t have to use complicated techniques, but it’s the combination of flavours that make a dish stand out ... ~ Winson Law more

Weekly Inspire… Theme of the Week: Words of wisdom

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

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