If you’re a Gold Coast local, it's fairly certain you're already well acquainted with Restaurant Labart. The refined-dining gem has firmly entrenched itself as one of the coast's most loved, and now hospitality power duo Alex and Karla Munoz Labart would like to introduce you to Paloma, Labart's spirited, younger sibling. more
As the year hurtles towards the peak of summer faster than you can say "silly season", there's only one thing on our minds – kicking back in the sunshine with some delicious drinks and our best mates, as far from our work desks as possible. Well, we have some excellent news for those feeling the same, and it's coming this December – say hello to Isoletto and Isoletto Privé, The Star Gold Coast's luxe new beach club and event space. more
After two quiet Splendour-less years, we're more than just a little bit excited to say that one of our favourite musical festivals is back with a vengeance – and a killer line-up, to boot! Splendour in the Grass has just announced a ripper roster of international and Aussie artists that will be headlining the country’s biggest celebration of music at North Byron Parklands from Friday July 22 to Sunday July 24, 2022. more
The Gold Coast dining scene is hotter than the surface of the sun right now, with no real signs of slowing. In fact, it's about to get exponentially hotter following the announcement that The Gennari Group (the crew behind Glass Dining & Lounge Bar, Koi Broadbeach and Maggie Choo, to name a few) will soon welcome Australia’s first floating beach club by summer’s end. It’s called La Luna and here’s everything we know so far … more
There's a reason people flock to Burleigh Heads – it's breathtakingly beautiful and provides the perfect backdrop to roll out a rug and while the day away with a portable grazing platter and excellent company. The only real downside is that everyone on the coast has the same idea, so it can be hard to find some space to spread out. We thought we'd take a look at a few alternatives that are a little more off-the-beaten track for your summer holiday explorations. Here are some sensational picnic spots (that aren't Burleigh Hill) that are worth a look. more
From drive-ins to night markets, we've rounded up the top things to do on the Gold Coast this weekend. Here's a snapshot of what's on from Thursday December 2 to Sunday December 5. more
Since opening in September, Cali Beach has welcomed more than 25,000 people through its doors to party poolside and make the most of everything the impressive lifestyle and leisure precinct has to offer – including four glistening pools, VIP cabanas, sun lounges, multiple bars, volleyball facilities and even an outdoor moonlight cinema. One notable absence from the venue's extraordinary line-up has been its signature dining offering, with promises of something 'world-class' and 'internationally renowned' to pique our culinary curiosity. Well, fellow foodies, the time has finally come to say hello to Saké Sisters at Cali Beach. Here's everything you need to know ... more
The week is upon us, friends – Black Friday is almost here! As we refine our shopping lists and scope out the bargains ahead of time, the fine folk at Pacific Fair have been so kind as to give us a little sneak peek of the very special offers this Black Friday weekend. Here's what you can expect when you roll into the bargain-filled shopping wonderland this Friday November 26. more
It's been long talked about, and now, it's finally here – the eagerly anticipated Kurrawa Beach Club is set to open on Kurrawa Terrace this Saturday December 4! The internationally inspired beach bar is here for a good time, not necessarily a long one, with the trial set to wrap up on January 30. Here's everything we know about this sandy new beach bar so far ... more
If you’ve spent any time eating and drinking your way around the great U.S. of A., it’s pretty likely that you sunk your teeth into a deliciously doughy bagel at some point in your travels. Schmeared with cream cheese or loaded with an array of cured meat, bagels are big business in America. Here in Australia, or perhaps more specifically, the Gold Coast, it seems we're a little slow on the uptake with croissants and sourdough stealing the limelight. O Bagel has arrived in Broadbeach to rectify this with its range of beautiful boiled and baked bagels. Here's everything you need to know ... more
I’ve never been a huge lover of material objects, particularly when they are just for the sake of giving. Christmas time often has us scrambling around trying to find presents for each other – my thoughts for the best presents often induce a thirst. When buying gifts, I make sure they are either experiences, consumable or highly practical. If you get where I am going with this, wine perfectly fits all! more
For most people, the festive season is about spending time with your loved ones and enjoying a decadent festive feast while you're at it. When the days roll around, however, and temperatures are peaking – there's pretty much anywhere we would rather be than slaving over the stove. Luckily for us, the good people at the coast's hottest new Cantonese restaurant are serving up the ultimate spreads for Christmas Day and New Year's Eve. more
It was a sad day indeed when Helensvale's popular NightQuarter close its doors for the last time. Since 2019, the prime site neighbouring Helensvale Westfield has sat vacant (with the exception of a couple of roaming circuses), waiting for someone to come along and do something amazing. Northern GC pals, hold on to your hats because that someone is AMA Event Management and that something is the TwiLit Markets, and it opened for the first time last Friday (November 17). Here's what we know so far ... more
I sing songs and tell stories from my childhood memories, heartache and pain, and of course all the fun, laughter and love that fills me up today ...~ Hugh Sheridan more
Logic will get you from A to B. Imagination will take you everywhere.~ Albert Einstein
