Food News
From Byron to Burleigh – Asian diner and bar Light Years makes its Gold Coast debut

From Byron to Burleigh – Asian diner and bar Light Years makes its Gold Coast debut

By Janna Hrastovec 14 Nov 2019

After leaving its mark on Byron Bay and Noosa with its flavour-packed fare, eclectic vibe and fun cocktails, modern Asian diner and bar Light Years has arrived on the Gold Coast. After months of construction, the duo behind the popular venues, Kim Stephen and Stephen Filipovic, have finally lifted the lid on the striking, pastel-hued space, which enjoys a sun-kissed address on Burleigh's Lower Gold Coast Highway (next to Commune cafe). more

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

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

19 Nov 2019

The Miami Tavern, The Shark Bar, The Sharkie – whatever you knew it as, the iconic beachside live-music venue and pub has enjoyed a long, rich history on the Gold Coast. While its cheap schooners and killer live concerts ensured regular patronage, it was time for the watering hole to step into a new phase, with owners ALH Group undertaking a massive, multi-million-dollar transformation of the venue. For the past few months, curious eyes have been glued to the around-the-clock construction works on the beachfront Miami site, eager to catch a glimpse of what's to come. So, allow us to shed some light. 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

Festival
Festival of Small Halls brings live folk music and storytelling to regional towns
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Festival of Small Halls brings live folk music and storytelling to regional towns

12 Nov 2019

Festival of Small Halls, a travelling music festival dedicated to voyaging only to small regional towns, has announced its summer program. The festival will kick off at the Mullum Music Festival on November 17, before embarking on a journey across 20 town halls throughout regional Queensland, venturing as far north as Cairns, before coming back down to wrap up at the Woodford Folk Festival from December 27 to January 1. more

Community
A pop-up ‘Insta museum' for pets is landing on the Gold Coast this summer
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A pop-up ‘Insta museum’ for pets is landing on the Gold Coast this summer

12 Nov 2019

If your phone is often reaching its storage limit because it's jammed with thousands upon thousands of photos of your dog (or other people's dogs), then be sure to make some room on your devices before November 29. Pet Stars – an Insta museum for pets – is arriving on the Gold Coast for a limited time, featuring 20 different pet-friendly scenes, backdrops and installations for the ultimate photo fest with your pet. more

Food News
Australia's first Jamie Oliver's Pizzeria opens on the Gold Coast
Food & Drink

Australia’s first Jamie Oliver’s Pizzeria opens on the Gold Coast

18 Nov 2019

The pizza ovens are officially firing at Australia's first-ever Jamie Oliver's Pizzeria, with the doors to the new Pacific Fair venue opening last weekend. The concept's flagship Gold Coast location (joining venues in Dubai, Portugal and India) marks the beginning of a nation-wide rollout of the casual pizza parlours, which are inspired by the famed British chef’s travels across Italy and are designed to deliver simple, honest and tasty food at an affordable price. more

Markets
Shop up a festive storm at these Gold Coast Christmas markets
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Shop up a festive storm at these Gold Coast Christmas markets

11 Nov 2019

We're getting down to the pointy end of the year and if you're one of the majority that are yet to finish their Christmas shopping and deck out their homes in festive cheer, then you'll want to keep reading. For those that break out in a rash at the very thought of going to the shopping centres, then perhaps you should opt for Christmas shopping with a twist at one of these Gold Coast Christmas markets. Take your time and wander through these magical markets and have yourself a merry little food-truck feast while you're at it. more

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Former Society of Florida site home to new eatery Sandrino Kitchen & Bar
Food & Drink

Former Society of Florida site home to new eatery Sandrino Kitchen & Bar

15 Nov 2019

Florida Gardens – the island pocket within Broadbeach Waters – has welcomed a new neighbourhood hub. What was originally the site of Society of Florida cafe (and most recently the Trembling Cup) has fallen into the hands of local duo Nenad Miljkovic and Sandra Ostojic, who quietly opened the doors to their first cafe venture Sandrino Kitchen & Bar earlier this month. more

Event Highlights

Food
Bellini Saturdays at Nineteen at The Star
Until 23 Jul 2020

Bellini Saturdays at Nineteen at The Star

Food
All You Can Eat Pizza at Aviary Rooftop Bar
Until 9 Aug 2020

All You Can Eat Pizza at Aviary Rooftop Bar

Community
HOME at HOTA
1 - 15 Dec 2019

HOME at HOTA

Community
Christmas Day at QT Gold Coast
25 Dec 2019

Christmas Day at QT Gold Coast

Community
A Hyde Christmas Affair at Hyde Paradiso
25 Dec 2019

A Hyde Christmas Affair at Hyde Paradiso

Food
New Year's Eve 2020 at The Island
31 Dec 2019 - 1 Jan 2020

New Year’s Eve 2020 at The Island

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

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Community
Currumbin Community Markets

Currumbin Community Markets

Market
Emerald Lakes Markets

Emerald Lakes Markets

Free
The James Street Preachers at The Scottish Prince

The James Street Preachers at The Scottish Prince

Free
Free the Genie at The Cambus Wallace

Free the Genie at The Cambus Wallace

Community
Paint and Sip at The Sweet Fine Artist Studio

Paint and Sip at The Sweet Fine Artist Studio

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Community
Brazilian Night Party at Vivid Shisha Lounge

Brazilian Night Party at Vivid Shisha Lounge

Community
Life Drawing Workshop at The Sweet Fine Artist Studio

Life Drawing Workshop at The Sweet Fine Artist Studio

Food
Hyde Paradiso Mixology Masterclass

Hyde Paradiso Mixology Masterclass

Food
Whisky Wednesday Blues at The Cambus Wallace

Whisky Wednesday Blues at The Cambus Wallace

Food
I-Yama-Vegan feast at Yamagen

I-Yama-Vegan feast at Yamagen

Clothing
Bandsome is bringing menswear back to (sustainable) basics
Gentleman

Bandsome is bringing menswear back to (sustainable) basics

14 Nov 2019

It’s an exciting time for menswear – the once hard-and-fast rules of dapper dressing have been thrown out the window in favour of experimental style. But where do you turn to when your neon bum-bag and platform sneakers inevitably fall out of fashion? To basics. A good tee and a reliable pair of pants are the bread and butter of most men’s wardrobes no matter what they throw on top. Bandsome is a brand that understands this, so it’s dedicating itself to producing the best basics out there in sustainable style. more

WIN
Win a double pass to see Little Women
WIN

Win a double pass to see Little Women

20 Nov 2019

Little Women draws on both the classic novel and the writings of Louisa May Alcott, and unfolds as the author’s alter ego, Jo March, reflects back and forth on her fictional life. In writer-director Greta Gerwig’s (Lady Bird) take, the beloved story of the March sisters – four young women each determined to live life on her own terms – is both timeless and timely. The Weekend Edition is giving you the chance to win one of ten double passes to see Little Women. Enter below for your chance to win. Little Women opens in cinemas from January 1, 2020. Competition closes Wednesday, December 18 at 11:59 pm. Winners will be contacted by mail. more

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Five ways you can support bushfire relief efforts
Gentlefolk

Five ways you can support bushfire relief efforts

14 Nov 2019

If you’ve watched the news, been online or even stepped out in the Gold Coast air in the past week, you’re probably well aware of the bushfire crisis currently affecting parts of regional Queensland and New South Wales. One thing that is very apparent is that the affected communities need our support – but where should you start? We’ve found five charities that you can support that are focusing their resources on bushfire relief. more

The Locals Next week: a Goldie local

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

Weekly Inspire… Theme of the Week: Words of wisdom

No matter what people tell you, words and ideas can change the world ... ~ Robin Williams

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