As the nights grow warmer and the sun sets later, it's hard to think of a better place to spend a Saturday afternoon than perched sky high on the Nineteen at The Star terrace with a bellini in hand. Well, that's exactly what you can expect at Bellini Saturdays, the dreamy event that's bound to make your weekend a whole lot bubblier. more
With the cancellation of the Ekka, country businesses, producers and farmers who use the ten-day event to share with us city dwellers all that is great from rural areas have suffered another blow. To help support our regional mates and enjoy all of the homegrown goodness they have to offer, the folks behind Buy From The Bush have organised an inaugural Buy From The Bush Festival. Clear your calendar on Saturday September 18 as that's when you'll be going on a roadtrip to Summer Land Camel Farm. more
Here at The Weekend Edition, we're in a limbo-like state – half shocked that the festive season is so rapidly approaching, but also hanging out for a good old-fashioned Christmas shindig. In the whirlwind of the end-of-year wind down, it's easy to overlook the planning stages of your party planning. Luckily, the festive folk at the spiffy new-look JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa have come through with the ultimate end of year bash – its Festive Masquerade Celebration. more
As the majority of the country braves lockdowns, local producers, growers and artisans continue to grapple with the restrictions in place due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. Now more than ever is a prime time to support our community's makers and that's why the return of Aussie Artisan Week this month is so welcome. Here is the low-down on how you can support your favourite local legends whilst also stocking up on some delicious goodies ... more
At the beginning of winter, the mercury dropping is a bit of a novelty – enjoying the crisp mornings and cool evenings is a bit of a treat. By the time July rolls around though, we are aching for a spot in the sunshine with a deliciously summery cocktail in hand. Well, friends, we've got just the thing to ward off the winter blues – a round-up of weekend warmers that you can find on the coast, and all in the one location. more
It's time to start planning your all-white outfit – exclusive alfresco dining event Le Dîner en Blanc is back with a bang! While the location will remain top-secret until the night, the organisers have just announced the 2021 date for the dreamy open-air affair. more
Featuring more than 125 events from Canungra to The Lost World, Beaudesert to Boonah, Tamborine Mountain to Kalbar, Scenic Rim Eat Local Week is the ultimate backstage pass to the farms, wineries and food stories of the region. This year the much-loved food festival is celebrating ten years with a smorgasbord of delicious events happening from June 26 to July 4. more
Slip into the weekend with a few friends, fanciful sips and only the finest fare when Grazed and Grown by Regional Flavours fires up at South Bank Parklands from June 18–20. So you know how to spend your time wisely at this culinary event, we've cooked up an itinerary full of delicious happenings including sundowner sessions, flavoursome food tutorials and live tunes. Read on to find out what you can get up to at Grazed and Grown ... more
It's true that things taste sweeter when they are free. That's why we got just a little bit excited (okay, a lot) when we heard the news that beloved baked-good chain Krispy Kreme is slinging 100,000 free doughnuts across Australia to celebrate National Doughnut Day. Here's how you can score one of these toothsome treats ... more
QT Gold Coast is teaming up with Pink Flamingo Gold Coast for a not-to-be-missed event, Brunch with the Queen(s), which promises to be a day full of fierce looks, fabulous performances and flamboyant fun. more
After being cancelled in 2020 due to the virus that shall not be named, Brisbane’s much-loved seafood celebration Sea to the City is back with the wrath of Poseidon and some of the freshest catches our state has to offer. Expect an afternoon filled with live tunes, spectacular river views and pop-up stalls from Brisbane’s best fishmongers and slingers of fanciful fair. more
A tropical holiday is just what we need right now – as the mercury drops and it gets harder to remember the sun-drenched days of summer, there's nothing more appealing than an island escape! Well, friends, if you're in the same boat – we have just the event for you. Say aloha to Tiki Thursdays, the brand-new event at Cabana Bar & Lounge. The best part? You won't even need your passport. more
There's no reason Mondays should be dreary. Luckily for us, the good people at Iku Yakitori Bar in Burleigh agree. As the nights grow cooler, the soup-slinging crew is inviting everyone to cosy up inside with some belly-warming ramen and a classic record for Iku’s Monday night Ramen & Records event. more
It's already one of the Gold Coast's must-visit venues, but The Lawn at Garden Kitchen & Bar is kicking things up a notch for Cinco de Mayo at its Live on The Lawn sessions from Thursday April 29 to Sunday May 2! The completely free music event has been drawing crowds of live-music lovers from across the coast as part of The Star's 40 Days of Flavour festival, which is now being given a Mexican twist for a long weekend of good vibes, great bites and unmissable music. more
Attention, foodies! Everyone's favourite free food and wine festival Regional Flavours is returning to South Bank Parklands this year – but with an exciting new twist. Instead of a single weekend event, 2021 will see Regional Flavours serve up some of Australia’s most celebrated chefs and local producers across a delectable three-part event series from June to October. Kicking off the tastebud-tempting festival is Grazed and Grown, which is set to bloom in our city from June 18–20. Bring your appetite, because you'll need it for this delicious event. more
There's nothing more satisfying than a good ol' chicken schnitzel, preferably dished up with a large serving of beer-battered chips, a salad that you will probably take one bite of (for health's sake) and a cold pint. If this also sounds ideal to you, then you'll froth what The Bavarian has been cooking up. For ten whole weeks, the string of German-inspired eateries are putting a Bavarian spin on an Aussie classic, throwing a mammoth schnitzel festival that will showcase ten different types of schnitties. more
While we may live in something of a perpetual summer here on the coast, autumn has indeed arrived and brought with it a wave of excitement and opportunity – especially when it comes to all of the fresh and fabulous food that we can eat. The Star Gold Coast has decided to make the most of our new season’s bounty of amazing produce with 40 Days of Flavour, a venue-wide festival that encompasses one-of-a-kind dining experiences, juicy meal deals, cracking live entertainment and a whole lot more goodness. From paint-and-sip sessions to all-star open-air DJ sets and opulent five-star degustations, there is something to suit every kind of reveller – whether you like to get a bit bougie or just want to let your hair down with your pals. To celebrate 40 Days of Flavour bursting onto the dining and entertainment scene at The Star Gold Coast, we thought we’d get into the spirit of… more
While we might be a creative bunch here at The Weekend Edition, our specialty is the written word – impressive painters, we are not. That's nothing a little wine can't fix, however, and heck – a little tiramisu would probably help get the creative juices flowing too! Thankfully, beloved Broadbeach eatery Cucina Vivo is melding all three of these components into one fun-filled session when Cork, Culinary & Colour takes over the restaurant. On Saturday April 10 and Saturday April 24, you can try out your art skills, devour delicious bites and sip on winning drops. Picasso, pizza and pinot – yes, please! more
Now, we consider ourselves well-versed when it comes to the Gold Coast's culinary scene. Whether we are seeking Japanese, Italian, Greek or Chinese fare, we know where we can get the best feed. Sometimes, however, we simply cannot decide on just one – we don't want to limit our tastebuds to a single cuisine. Enter The Star Grazing Tour, a flavoursome food journey that will give you a small taste of everything you're craving. more
It’s no secret that we’re craving faraway lands and the feeling of adventure at the moment, and the good people at Dust Temple have come up with an event to satisfy even the most itchy-footed among us. The much-loved Currumbin haunt is bringing you The Traveller’s Table, an event that explores food and culture from global regions through the lenses of chefs, cooks, producers and sommeliers. more
