Sunday May 28 is National Burger Day, and to celebrate we decided to compile a quick list of bucket list burgers that you need to try. America is home of the traditional cheeseburger, and generations of experimentation and refinement has meant that now there are plenty of places that are cooking up pilgrimage-worthy burgs. Here are five that we think will have you considering booking a flight for. more
Having won over the breakfast and brunch crowd, popular Mermaid Beach cafe Bam Bam Bakehouse is swapping the coffee for cocktails and staying open for dinner on Friday and Saturday nights. more
Occupying the old Pigs and Pints on the Gold Coast Highway, Stones Throw is the latest addition to Burleigh Heads’ culinary melting pot and dishes up a refreshingly different menu of daytime eats. The venue officially opens its doors today and is the work of brother and sister duo Cameron Chartres and Melanie Windsor. more
Just when you thought milkshakes had reached their peak of insanity, along comes Gangster and Gatsby in Southport. The new cafe is pushing the boundaries (and your kilojoule count) with its epic Gangster Shakes. more
Before summer leaves us completely, make the effort to use as much warm weather produce as possible – including seafood. Nathan Outlaw is a chef that knows his seafood, so rest assured that this recipe for crab and tomato salad with horseradish dressing is a winner. more
Known for its classic American nosh and impossible selection of craft beers, House of Brews in Surfers Paradise is expanding its culinary horizon with new international influences and a smokin’ new cocktail list that will keep you warm and toasty during the chilly months. more
Cavill Avenue in Surfers Paradise has welcomed a chic new eatery that dishes up delectable modern Australian nosh in a casually sophisticated beach-themed setting. more
With a tagline encouraging patrons to eat responsibly, it’s pretty clear that there’s no such thing as a casual Burger’d customer. Spurred by the success of its first store in Arundel last year, the eatery has just opened its second location in Pacific Pines. more
Coffee and mushrooms typically aren’t two ingredients that are paired together, but Freddie Janssen isn’t a typical cook. Freddie has pickled some earthy, umami-rich mushrooms with a coffee-imbued vinegar mixture. After a day the mushrooms are ready to serve, and go great on charcuterie boards, pizzas and sandwiches. This recipe is the ultimate test for those that enjoy home pickling and fermenting. more
If you subscribe to the philosophy that burgers needn’t be stacked with one thousand ingredients and resemble the Leaning Tower of Pisa to be tasty, you're going to love Burgers By Junior. Despite the fact the food truck has only been rolling the streets for a few weeks, it has already built up a solid reputation amongst the burger-loving populace. more
As the old proverb goes, a Sunday well-spent brings a week of content. Hedge your bets for a great week ahead and make a reservation at QT Gold Coast’s Bazaar for a long, leisurely Sunday roast. more
Known for delivering much-needed caffeine injections and morning munchies, Caffeine Kings in Miami is keeping the doors open on a Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday evening for Night Caps. Swing by for a brew and a burger. more
They spend most of their nights toiling away in the kitchen creating amazing food for you to devour but have you ever wondered where your favourite chefs eat when they have a night off? Well, wonder no more. We asked the winners and runner ups of the 2016 EAT/drink Awards – sponsored by Aperol Spritz– to give us a sneak peek into the secret lives of their top chefs. For the second instalment of The Chefs Series, we asked five chefs where they head for tasty, cheap eats. more
Comfort food comes in many forms, but if cheese is involved then you can rest assured that you’ll be feeling content after chowing down. The traditional cauliflower cheese is the ultimate comfort dish but James Martin has gone to another level by adding crispy maple syrup pancetta to the mix. James has done away with the lumpy cheese sauce and has added a crunchy topping that will make this dish a favourite at dinner, especially as the cool change keeps us indoors. more
From whispers of new Asian-inspired eats to epic ice-cream sandwiches and places you can pour your own beer, The Weekend Edition Gold Coast is always on the search for the latest news on the Gold Coast, dedicated to ensuring its readers are in the know. When we put our ears to the pavement this week, this is what we found out … more
Nestled amongst sign-writers, studios and miscellaneous makers of things, WAREHOUSE No.5 is a new collaborative workspace/cafe where creativity thrives. The venue is centred around culture, connection and excellent coffee. more
When the sign went up late last year, it's fair to say its curious name raised a few eyebrows. Now, five months later, Snobby’s Wine Bar & Bistro in Nobby Beach has been given a chic makeover to become The Maven, wine, whisky and tapas bar. But before you go thinking it's the same bar with a new name, that's just the beginning. more
Let’s face it, there is no more impressive breakfast dish than French toast. Whether you are prepping brekkie for a loved on or are treating yourself, you can’t beat superbly cooked toast drizzled with maple syrup with a scattering of rose petals. Sound too far out of your kitchen capabilities? Not according to Simmone Logue. Her new cookbook In The Kitchen is filled with exquisite dishes such as this and many more that will be just as impressive. more
Pop on your poncho on and grab your maracas – it’s time to celebrate the Mexican festival of Cinco de Mayo! Here are five of our favourite Mexican recipes that will have your taste buds dancing (the Salsa, of course). Ole! more
After teasing the beer-swilling populace for what feels like a lifetime, Balter Brewing Company has finally opened the doors to Balter HQ in Currumbin! The new venture is the work of mates Mick Fanning, Joel Parkinson, Stirling Howland, Sean Ronan, Josh Kerr, Bede Durbidge and Ant MacDonald and has taken 16 months to come to fruition. more
