Unlike so many foodie fads that come and go, the Mediterranean diet – inspired by the eating habits of those residing in southern Spain, southern Italy and Crete – continues to be praised for its health benefits. Aiming to bring a sense of home-style cooking found in Mediterranean townships, Commune Canteen has opened at Habitat in Byron Bay. more
Ever since we got our first taste of the cult dessert dispensary Yo-Chi Frozen Yoghurt back in 2022, we've been hooked. And we're not the only ones, with a line regularly reaching the roadside at both its Broadbeach and not one but two newly opened Surfers Paradise outposts. In excellent news for shoppers with a penchant for chilled confections, Robina Town Centre has welcomed the Gold Coast's fourth Yo-Chi to The Promenade precinct. more
Pepperberry, lemon myrtle, wattleseed and Davidson plum are just a few of the unexpected ingredients you'll find peppered across the menu at Native Harvest. Assuming prime position overlooking the marina at Sanctuary Cove, the venue utilises home-grown flavours and spices to elevate familiar breakfast and lunch classics into a flavour experience that is slightly unexpected-yet-delicious. more
If you're looking for a beautiful new breakfast spot that's a little bit outside of your regular faves, allow us to introduce you to Cafe Junie. The new open-air caffeination station is the latest offering from Brendan Hill and Gabrielle Hows, who also own Refinery Coffee in Currumbin. Here's everything you need to know and the light and bright newcomer ... more
What do you get when two chefs walk in to a tradie tuckshop? While it may sound like the beginning of a dad joke, it's actually the beginning of the Good Times Deli story, which is here to bring stacked sandwiches, burgers and deli delights to the northern end. Southport's new noshery is the handiwork of chefs Russell Maich and Chris Watson, who between them have five decades of cooking experience across a broad range of cuisines, from five-star hotels to market stalls. Here's everything you need to know ... more
Winter may be here, but the Gold Coast's dining scene is showing no signs of cooling off. In fact, it's only getting hotter! This year has been a whirlwind of exciting new nosheries, watering holes and local haunts. Before we blink and it's Christmas, we thought we'd recap on some of our favourite new openings from May (and a couple from June) ... more
Occupying what could arguably be the most impressive ocean-fronting site on the Gold Coast, Black Dingo Cafe has sprung to life beneath Point Danger Light (also known as the Captain Cook Memorial Light), overlooking Duranbah beach in Coolangatta. The venue is the latest from chef Marcondes Almeida Neto, who also owns the nearby Cooly Breeze rooftop Mediterranean restaurant. Here's what you can expect from the sun-drenched newcomer ... more
When it comes to brunch, there tends to be two kinds of folks – those who love it, and those who are wrong. While it's true that we're partial to the odd mid-morning munch, Mermaid Beach's new eatery J's Brunchette isn't just for brunchers. In actual fact, the new floral-adorned cafe nook caters for early-morning caffeine seekers right through to loaded lunches. Here's everything you need to know ... more
When long-time hospitality pals – Miles Gaebel, Dylan Jamsa and Lee King – opened Side Piece Coffee in Varsity Lakes, their collective vision was to create the kind of venue they wanted to hang out in. As it turns out, the kind of venue they wanted to hang out in was the exact kind of venue that Varsity Lakes locals also wanted to hang out in, and it has became a much-loved fixture on the podium of Capital Court. Almost a year on, the trio has dropped a brand-new menu that farewells some crowd faves, but welcomes some exciting new seasonal additions. more
Murwillumbah is a town on the rise. Surrounded by incredible natural beauty including World Heritage National Parks and rolling green hills, it's not at all surprising that more and more people are gazing upon the area with a newfound appreciation. Punctuated by hobby farms and banana plantations, Murwillumbah is attracting a new demographic that has spurred some exciting new hospitality ventures in recent years including Bistro LIVI, Tweed River House and Keith, to name just a few. Joining the line up is Ballina-born Old Quarter Coffee Merchants, which recently opened a quaint sip spot on the corner of Murwillumbah Street. Part social enterprise, part specialty roaster, this is not your average bean slinger. more
Here at The Weekend Edition, we aren't in the business of negative press, so let it be known that it's not us appointing the title of Tweed Heads' 'Worst Burgers' – it was the name of the venue that formerly resided in the corner spot along Kennedy Drive. The creek-fronting eatery has been given a new lease on life (and a new name) with a fresh ownership team, including a hatted chef, as well as a people-pleasing menu that champions local produce. Take a peek ... more
We love a good fusion. Chilli and margaritas? Genius. Mexican-flavoured pizza? Yes please. The beachside suburb of Kingscliff has welcomed a new kind of fusion that weaves together Filipino flavours with American-style toasties and doughnuts. It's called George's Deli and it's sprung to life along Marine Parade. Here's everything you need to know about the bright-orange newcomer ... more
When it's not uncommon to be greeted by a line out the door, it's pretty clear you are doing something very right. Doughed at Hope Island has arrived on the northern foodie scene with a bang, dropping some seriously drool-inducing doughnuts, craving-curing cookies and some damn tasty focaccia sandwiches. The concept is about bringing together a holy trinity of food-related hankerings into one convenient outpost with the added bonus of coffee and matcha. Here's everything you need to know ... more
Almost three years to the day since Mitch and Nerissa McCluskey handed over the keys to their beloved Burleigh Heads institution Commune, the pair has stepped back into the daytime dining scene, taking the reins of Canvas Palm Beach. Nestled beneath Magnoli Apartments, the pair took over the spot just prior to Easter and wasted no time putting their own spin on the venue and menu. Here's everything you need to know ... more
If, like us, you firmly believe that the morning doesn't truly begin until after coffee, pull up a seat at Awaken Cafe, which has sprung to life at the base of Awaken Residences in Coolangatta. The quaint coffee nook is the latest culinary offering from Gambaro Group, joining a sibling spot upstairs called Pipi's, as well as a swag of Brisbane institutions including Gambaro Seafood Restaurant, Gambaro Hotel, the Black Hide Steakhouses and Persone. Here's what you need to know ... more
Since opening the eagerly anticipated first stage, The Oxley 1823 has, unsurprisingly, become a hive of activity. From the first whir of Buoy's coffee machine right through until the doors close, there's a seemingly never-ending stream of caffeine seekers, folks in search of a feed and shoppers milling about making the most of the culinary and lifestyle destination. The precinct's newest nosh spot, Sunkist Eatery, has recently debuted a seafood-centric menu featuring what could very well be some of the city's freshest oceanic delights. Here's everything you need to know ... more
While a lot of places claim to be kid friendly, some venues have it down to a fine art. If you're on the hunt for somewhere that's easy for little ones, has a fully fenced playground, brews a damn fine coffee with a drool-inducing menu, you need to add the newly opened Gathering Co. to your hit list. more
From the moment Papa Salt's first batch of Coastal Gin hit the virtual shelves, it was seriously hot property. The easy-drinking spirit, created by our gal Margot Robbie, Tom Ackerley, Josey McNamara, Charlie Maas and Regan Riskas, has taken the spirit world by storm, selling out within minutes two days of its release. Now, thirsty Gold Coasters with a penchant for a G&T or a gin and soda can get a taste of the tipple at Currumbin's Tarte Beach House. more
If you reside in or around Miami and possess a penchant for artisan baked goods, go ahead and get excited – Palm Beach's powerhouse pastry slinger Well Bread & Pastry has opened a second outpost in your hood! Taking over the vacant space that was formerly home to Zaraffas's Coffee at Miami One Shopping Centre, the new nook is a handy outpost for coffee, croissants and, of course, crusty loaves of all kinds. more
Where the river meets the sea – Brunswick Heads has the best of both worlds, so you don’t have to choose between spending your weekend on the beach or by the river, you can do both. With everything in one spot there’s no need to leave, and you won’t want to once you’ve tried these coastal town eats. more
