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Get stuck in at Fingers and Bones' new Mermaid Beach space
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Get stuck in at Fingers and Bones’ new Mermaid Beach space

15 Dec 2016

The Mermaid Beach cafe and garden space formerly occupied by bakery Vivré a Vie has been brought back to its former glory with catering company Fingers and Bones setting up its first namesake eatery. Perched along the Gold Coast Highway, the vibrant new space is run by husband-and-wife team Dennis and Leigh Duncanson, who are starting small with daytime fare – but you'll want to keep your eyes on this place because come 2017, it'll be on for the young and old. more

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The round-up: Brisbane bound – the best new spots to check out over summer

15 Dec 2016

It’s been a ripper year in Brisbane’s food scene, with several cafes, bars and restaurants popping up and quickly securing a place in our hearts (and stomachs). That’s not to say that the Gold Coast hasn’t been absolutely crushing it too – it has! But perhaps you haven’t seen all of what 2016 brought to Brisbane. Should you be swinging through town over the summer period, give your tastebuds the Christmas gift they deserve and park your caboose in a seat at any of these locales. These are some of the best places that opened this year, and don’t you deserve the best? We think you do. more

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Bear Espresso brings contemporary foodie vibes to Robina's industrial precinct
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Bear Espresso brings contemporary foodie vibes to Robina’s industrial precinct

13 Dec 2016

Industrial areas are generally overlooked when it comes to contemporary fare and top-notch coffee, despite the fact that these are among the busiest daytime precincts in any city. Local chef Michael Smith, who has the likes of the Sofitel and Hayman Island on his resume, is sparking change for Robina's industrial district with his new venue, Bear Espresso. Opening on Wednesday December 14, the new espresso bar and eatery on Energy Circuit will inject a fresh new vibe to the bustling precinct with its modern take on daytime fare. more

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Get salty and sip lattes at Burleigh's new surf hang
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Get salty and sip lattes at Burleigh’s new surf hang

09 Dec 2016

Two surf industry icons have combined their collective backgrounds in fashion design, art and apparel to create Burleigh’s newest coffee and retail space – Studio Surf. If you're looking for a latte to sip after your morning paddle, need a new pair of boardies, or you're on the hunt for a new surfboard – then this is where you'll want to hang this summer. more

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House of Brews owners splash $1million on recreating Nonna's eatery
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House of Brews owners splash $1million on recreating Nonna’s eatery

08 Dec 2016

Gold Coast restaurateurs Damien and Sacha Kanaghines don’t do things in halves. The brothers and House of Brews owners have just poured in a million smackers to transform the first venue they opened 11 years ago – Nonna’s at Harbour Town. So, what does $1million get you these days? A pretty rad New York-style fit-out (with a dash of LA vibe), a state-of-the-art kitchen, a custom-made 2.2 tonne Italian pizza oven and an eccentric new menu. We’ll put it simply – this is comfort food heaven. more

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The round-up: where you find your favourite classic cocktails, reimagined
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The round-up: where you find your favourite classic cocktails, reimagined

01 Dec 2016

Summer is here, it's the silly season, and this weather, quite frankly, just screams cocktails. We thought it was perfect timing to get you reacquainted with some of your favourite concoctions and let you know where you can find them done well and with a little extra twist. Whilst we're lucky enough here on the Gold Coast to be spoilt for choice when it comes to liquid creations from talented mixologists, so here's where you can find some of the classics to keep you hydrated (responsibly) this summer. more

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Fire Cue flares up Nobby Beach
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Fire Cue flares up Nobby Beach

01 Dec 2016

Meat lovers, this is for you – Fire Cue has swung open its doors bringing its unique and totally delicious Latin American-style barbecue fare to Nobby Beach. When you can smell the undeniably tasty aromas of tender meats slow-cooking on a charcoal grill from the other end of the street, you know you’re in for a tasty night ahead. more

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Meraki Whole Food Kitchen brings healthy nosh to the north
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Meraki Whole Food Kitchen brings healthy nosh to the north

24 Nov 2016

Food is fuel – and there is nothing more satisfying than tucking into a hearty meal knowing that it's actually darn good for you. Chirn Park's newest foodie gem Meraki Whole Food Kitchen is bringing its ethos of healthy wholefoods to the northern end of the Gold Coast with everything from acai bowls and superfood smoothies to healthy burgers and pizzas. If you thought the words 'healthy' and 'tasty' would never appear in the same sentence, then we're about to prove you wrong. more

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Italian eatery Rivea opens in the heart of Pacific Fair
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Italian eatery Rivea opens in the heart of Pacific Fair

17 Nov 2016

Contemporary Italian eatery Rivea has officially opened at Pacific Fair – it's the latest addition to the centre's emerging dining precinct and boy is it impressive. Perched in the coveted open-air atrium, Rivea's talented team create some serious Italian magic from the venue's unique full-view glass-enclosed kitchen. Italian pizza, wine and shopping – we're in. more

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The Collective dining experience to open in Palm Beach
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The Collective dining experience to open in Palm Beach

17 Nov 2016

The Gold Coast’s best-kept secret is out – The Collective in Palm Beach will open its doors before Christmas. The new 300-seat foodie destination will see five new restaurants and a rooftop bar collaborate to create an innovative new dining experience along the Gold Coast Highway. That’s right, just when we all thought Palmy was really peaking – in comes The Collective. more