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Pop the champagne – the incredible new Kirra Beach House officially opens this week!
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Pop the champagne – the incredible new Kirra Beach House officially opens this week!

07 Dec 2023

As soon as we heard whispers of Kirra Beach House, we knew it would be something special. Four years in the making, the landmark venue boasts uninterrupted views over the famous point break and forms a key component of KTQ Group's Kirra Point Precinct, alongside the recently reopened Kirra Beach Hotel on the ground level. At long last, Kirra Beach House will open its doors this Friday December 8, just in time for peak sipping season. We were lucky enough to get a glimpse inside ahead of the venue's offical opening, here's what we saw ... more

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All-day breakfast, gourmet grocer and butcher – The Oxley opens its highly anticipated first stage
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All-day breakfast, gourmet grocer and butcher – The Oxley opens its highly anticipated first stage

07 Dec 2023

Described as ‘the Gold Coast’s newest culinary and lifestyle destination’, The Oxley 1823 in Nobby Beach is undoubtedly one of the year's most anticipated new precincts, cementing the beachside suburb as a culinary hub. The first stage of the iconic development opened its doors over the weekend, delivering an epicurean experience that celebrates food, culture and community. Take a peek inside ... more

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Sipping Santa – add some extra Christmas cheer with a gift your pals can drink
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Sipping Santa – add some extra Christmas cheer with a gift your pals can drink

07 Dec 2023

The countdown is officially on now – there are only a few weeks until Christmas. If, like us, you're leaving the hardest-to-buy-for recipients' gifts until last, we have a suggestion ... get them something they can drink. It's fun, it's festive and it's guaranteed to put an extra spring in their step on Christmas morning (there are no rules between Christmas and New Year). We're not just talking about any old bottle though, you want to look like you've still put some thought into it! Here are a few ideas to help you nail your drinkable gift giving this year ... more

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The round-up: enjoy a scoop of happiness at the Gold Coast's best gelato slingers
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The round-up: enjoy a scoop of happiness at the Gold Coast’s best gelato slingers

05 Dec 2023

Us Gold Coasters love a cheeky treat, so it's no surprise that our beachside city boasts a thriving gelato scene that can satisfy even the most discerning of sweet tooths. To mark the official arrival of summer, we've gone ahead and round-up some of the GC's top-tier scoops. From classic flavours to innovative creations (mochi-covered matcha gelato, anyone?), our curated list will take you on a flavourful adventure that celebrates the finest gelato slingers across the city. Now the only question is – cone or cup? more

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Nab a slab of CHETTI, the new amaretto and cola-flavoured ready-to-drink beverage
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Nab a slab of CHETTI, the new amaretto and cola-flavoured ready-to-drink beverage

30 Nov 2023

Much like peanut butter and jelly, cherry and cola is one of those flavour combinations that just makes sense. For years, cherry cola has been a favourite for millions of soda drinkers worldwide. Now, two best mates on the Gold Coast are revolutionising the way we enjoy cherry cola-flavoured drinks with a new boozy amaretto and cola ready-to-drink beverage. Looking for a tasty tipple to bring to your next summer soiree? This is it. more

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Sanctuary Cove Resort brings Euro summer to the Gold Coast with new $2.5-million Lagoon Beach Club
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Sanctuary Cove Resort brings Euro summer to the Gold Coast with new $2.5-million Lagoon Beach Club

29 Nov 2023

If you missed out on experiencing a European summer this year, there's still time to get your much-needed dose of summertime vacay vibes at InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort's new scorching-hot beach club. After four months of renovations, Lagoon Beach Club is opening its doors to revellers this Friday (December 1), and is set to supply endless sipping, snacking and swimming adventures. more

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Step back in time at Burleigh Waters' brand-new 1950s-inspired Pancake Diner
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Step back in time at Burleigh Waters’ brand-new 1950s-inspired Pancake Diner

29 Nov 2023

Everything was cooler in the 1950s – the cars, the clothes, the music. If you have a soft spot for the bygone era of James Dean, Marilyn and Elvis, get excited for the brand-new addition to Christine Corner in Burleigh Waters. Pancake Diner softly opened its doors on the weekend, much to the enthusiastic delight of locals who couldn't resist the venue's fat stacks of buttermilk pancakes, big, beautiful burgers, classic American-style hotdogs and old-fashioned shakes. Read on for all of the delicious details ... more

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The iconic Kirra Beach Hotel has reopened signalling a fresh new chapter for the southern beachside suburb
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The iconic Kirra Beach Hotel has reopened signalling a fresh new chapter for the southern beachside suburb

28 Nov 2023

Kirra Beach Hotel has been the go-to spot for post-surf feeds and frosty beers since opening in 1957. After a three-year hiatus, the much-loved pub is back, turning the page on an incredible new chapter that sees the entire site transformed into Kirra Point precinct, which will include two distinctly different – yet equally exciting – hospitality destinations. On the street level is where you will find the new-look Kirra Beach Hotel with the soon-to-open Kirra Beach House perched on level one. more

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Festive feasting sorted – Jones & Co Grocer has you covered this Christmas with traditional delights and gourmet goodies galore
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Festive feasting sorted – Jones & Co Grocer has you covered this Christmas with traditional delights and gourmet goodies galore

23 Nov 2023

The decorations are coming out and the carols have begun playing, which means one thing – Christmas is almost here. If you're yet to start planning your festive feasting, then we suggest you pay a visit to IGA Jones & Co Grocer Queen St Village in Southport. It's here where you'll find everything from classic Christmas fare and gourmet gifts to festive food guides and culinary experiences. Keep reading for all of the delicious details ... more

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Pavement Whispers: The owner of Seadog is set to open a new breakfast-centric cafe at The Oxley
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Pavement Whispers: The owner of Seadog is set to open a new breakfast-centric cafe at The Oxley

22 Nov 2023

As construction on Mermaid Beach's hallmark project The Oxley nears completion, we've got our first glimpse of one of the cornerstone tenants of the brand-new lifestyle precinct – it's called Buoy and it's the latest from Brodie Green, who also owns Burleigh's famed coffee slingers Seadog and Seadog in the Park. The new eatery is set to introduce a whole new concept that is focused on all-day breakfast. Here's what we know so far ... more

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Get the dish on Gelato Messina's delicious summer-scented sunscreen, gingerbread houses and summer sundowners
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Get the dish on Gelato Messina’s delicious summer-scented sunscreen, gingerbread houses and summer sundowners

22 Nov 2023

A lot is happening on the Gold Coast (and surrounds) these days, almost too much to keep up with. The Dish is a rapid-fire rundown of the coast’s food news – quick taster-sized tidbits to keep you in the know and, perhaps, tickle your taste buds. This week we’ve got word of festive sips, gingerbread-decorating classes and sweet-scented sunscreen to save your skin this summer. Read on for all of the details ... more

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Treat your taste buds to elevated Thai eats at Isle of Capri's brand-new Valyn Thai Restaurant & Bar
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Treat your taste buds to elevated Thai eats at Isle of Capri’s brand-new Valyn Thai Restaurant & Bar

21 Nov 2023

Aromatic and full of flavour, Thai cuisine is undoubtedly the ultimate crowd pleaser. Whether you're in the mood for a cheeky takeaway massaman curry and spring rolls from the neighbourhood noshery or something a little more elevated for a dine-in experience, Isle of Capri's brand-new Valyn Thai Restaurant & Bar has you covered with excellent eats, fanciful sips and impeccable vibes. Here's everything you need to know about the newcomer ... more

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Good & Fugly is slinging food-waste-fighting Christmas gift and entertainer boxes
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Good & Fugly is slinging food-waste-fighting Christmas gift and entertainer boxes

17 Nov 2023

The festive season means one thing – lots and lots of food. So you can feel a little bit less guilty about your Christmas consumption, food-waste-fighting start-up Good & Fugly is continuing its mission to fight food waste this silly season with the launch of its Christmas gift and entertainer boxes. With two tasty box options to choose from (plus a few extra food-waste-fighting pressies to shop), Good & Fugly can help you tick both groceries and gifts off your Christmas list. more

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Take the hassle out of this year's festive feast with The Star's Christmas hampers
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Take the hassle out of this year’s festive feast with The Star’s Christmas hampers

17 Nov 2023

December 25 is coming up reeeeeaaaal quick and we're already starting to dread how much we have to plan ahead for Christmas. There's meal planning, shopping, prepping and of course, the eventual execution (aka sweating it out in the hot kitchen). If you're not keen on eating out but are fretting at the thought of this year's Yuletide meal at home, why not take the stress out of the occasion with a Christmas hamper from The Star? Stocked with a bounty of festive goodies and requiring minimal effort on your behalf, it is the perfect way to take the pressure out of Christmas feasting. Here are all of the delicious details ... more

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Broadbeach favourite Metro Coffee opens a sibling spot in Burleigh Heads
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Broadbeach favourite Metro Coffee opens a sibling spot in Burleigh Heads

15 Nov 2023

When it comes to dining out on the Gold Coast, we're spoilt for choice. A great problem to have, sure, but it doesn't necessarily make the decision-making process any easier. Bringing together the trifecta of convenience, quality and accessibility, Broadbeach favourite Metro Coffee has opened a sibling spot in the beachside suburb of Burleigh Heads. Here's everything you need to know ... more