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The owners of Etsu Izakaya and the founders of Burleigh favourite Commune have taken over Canvas Palm Beach

03 Apr 2024

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

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Rise and shine with coffee and baked goods from Awaken Cafe in Coolangatta

03 Apr 2024

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

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Oyster platters and prawn trawlers – feast on the freshest seafood at Sanctuary Cove

02 Apr 2024

There are so many benefits to living on the Gold Coast, but one big win for us is that we have easy access to some of the freshest seafood in the country. The mouth-watering seafood on offer here is only matched by the insatiable views. For those who want to enjoy both, Sanctuary Cove has an ocean of signature restaurants right on the marina. Dive in below to explore our fishy favourites. more

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The round-up: follow your nose to the Gold Coast’s best bakeries and patisseries

02 Apr 2024

Is there anything better than the aroma of freshly baked bread? Or biting into a flaky, buttery croissant? That's a trick question because the answer is no, obviously. That moment when you walk into a bakery or patisserie is like a comforting hug – and it's not uncommon to go a little weak at the knees. If, like us, you love nothing more than schmearing salted butter on a piece of fresh sourdough, have a slightly unhealthy obsession with sausage rolls and consider cream-filled choux bombs a breakfast staple (they are), then you'll take great pleasure in working through this list of must-try bakeries and patisseries on the Gold Coast. more

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All aboard! Holy Ship Bar & Restaurant brings a new kind of floating restaurant concept to the Gold Coast

27 Mar 2024

Dining with a view of the water offers its own kind of sensory enjoyment. The closer you are, the greater the sense of satisfaction, in our humble opinion. The Gold Coast's newest bar and restaurant is taking this notion to the extreme, inviting you to experience the gentle rock of the ocean and the salty sea breeze as you dine aboard two completely refurbished trawler boats that are moored at Marina Mirage. Here's everything you need to know about the new floating restaurant that's making waves on the Gold Coast ... more

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Don a bib and get your hands dirty at Broadbeach’s new seafood joint, Kickin’Inn

27 Mar 2024

There's something deeply satisfying about forgoing traditional dining etiquette, throwing on a bib and some gloves and tucking in to a seafood spread. It's liberating and makes for an utterly memorable dining experience. If this sounds like your idea of a fun time, pull up a seat at Kickin'Inn in Broadbeach. Trust us when we say, this is not your regular seafood joint ... more

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From the ocean to The Oxley – Sunkist Eatery unveils a fresh new seafood focus and extended hours

27 Mar 2024

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

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Fuel up before you fly – where to get your coffee hit at Gold Coast Airport

27 Mar 2024

There’s no doubt about it, travelling is exciting, and for us, that excitement starts long before we get on a plane. Sadly, not all airports match that energy, especially when it comes to things to see, do and devour. Lucky for us, that's not the case at Gold Coast Airport, with its multimillion-dollar glow-up opening up a world of possibilities for that time between checking in and taking off. There’s no need to wait until you arrive at your destination to indulge in a perfectly brewed coffee and delectable feed – you can slide into holiday mode as soon as you check in. To help you on your way, we've found all of the best places for coffee at Gold Coast Airport that will satisfy even the most discerning espresso enthusiasts. more

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Heaps Normal and Who Gives a Crap introduce the Cheeky IPA – a non-alcoholic do-good brew

26 Mar 2024

Whether you’re taking the night off or the rest of your life off the sauce, Sydney-based brewing company Heaps Normal has dedicated themselves to brewing alcohol-free beers that don’t flush away the flavour of a cracking open a cold one. Now they’ve partnered up with eco-friendly toilet paper brand Who Gives A Crap to create the Cheeky IPA – a limited-edition non-alcoholic beer that helps you multitask tackling world-wide sanitation crises while having a piss-up. more

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The round-up: where to find the Gold Coast’s best fish and chips

26 Mar 2024

Rolling out a rug in the park and unwrapping a piping-hot serving of freshly cooked fish and chips is undoubtedly one of life's simple pleasures. A nostalgic throwback to family holidays of days past, it's got us craving a much simpler time. Given our city's coastal location, we're certainly not short on decent fish and chipperies. We've done the hard yards to round-up a few of our faves – here's where to find some of the Gold Coast's best fish and chips. more

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Experience flame-licked fare and local produce at North Byron Hotel’s monthly Open Skies BBQ event

24 Mar 2024

There's a lot to love about Byron Bay. Especially for Gold Coasters who are visiting for the weekend. Close enough to be accessible, yet far enough that you feel like you've really escaped the city, it's little wonder the road in is bumper to bumper. Beyond all of the obvious draw cards that continue to lure tourists like moths to a flame, Byron Bay's foodie scene is hotter than the surface of the sun, attracting top-tier chefs from all over to create venues that are unique to the seaside township. One such culinary talent is Jedd Rifai, who took over as Licensee of the old Sun Bistro in 2021, transforming it into North Byron Hotel, a vibey gastro-style pub with open-air beer garden, hyper-local produce and a monthly barbecue ... more

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Experience wild scampi caviar, grouper and other oceanic delights with Citrique’s new Producer Spotlight menu

20 Mar 2024

If you have a taste for the unconventional and always scan the menu for something unexpected, get along to Citrique to experience the venue's brand-new 'Producer Spotlight' menu. For the inaugural showcase, JW Marriott Gold Coast Resort & Spa’s signature restaurant has partnered with fish providore Umar Nguyen, who is perhaps best known by her Instagram moniker The Fish Girl. Here's what diners can expect from the new menu ... more

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Enjoy pina-colada flights at Miami’s new absolute-beachfront tapas bar, Sandfire

20 Mar 2024

Sipping cocktails against a backdrop of rolling waves is a quintessential Gold Coast experience. If you're partial to a brew with a view, Miami has welcomed a brand-new beachfront tapas bar called Sandfire. Offering a globe-trotting menu, pina-colada flights and a hint of salt lingering in the air as a constant reminder you are mere steps away from the beach, Sandfire has all of the fundamental elements for a good time. Take a peek … more

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Beat the bunny – here are some of the best Easter treats to seek out across the Gold Coast

20 Mar 2024

Let's be honest, Easter is a glorious time of year when the diet can be (jovially) thrown out the window – you can't avoid it, so you might as well enjoy it! We love nothing more than a good Easter egg, but sometimes we just want something a little extra. We're talking hot cross bun ice-cream sandwiches, chocolate-coated dippy eggs and much, much more. Yep, we've gone on an Easter hunt of our own to bring you the best Easter-themed treats going around town. Enjoy! more

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Pavement Whisper: Burleigh-born Sunny Days Distillery is set to open the doors to a massive new taproom

15 Mar 2024

If you've not yet heard of Sunny Days Distillery, you're about to. The star-studded team is on a mission to change the way vodka is viewed in Australia and is set to open the doors to a sizeable new sip spot in Burleigh Heads. Here's everything you need to know ... more

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The round-up: where to get your hot cross bun fix this Easter

13 Mar 2024

Nothing (and we mean nothing) says Easter quite like a tray of deliciously fluffy hot cross buns that are still warm from the oven – of course topped off with a generous schmear of butter. Call us eager, but we went on a little hunt of our own to find the best spots to get your hot cross bun fix across the Gold Coast this year. Enjoy, friends! more

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Mirror, mirror on the wall, table, ceiling and floor – Surfers Paradise welcomes a striking new Mirror Bar

12 Mar 2024

Seeing double is normally a sign you need to make a hasty exit for home, but in the case of Surfers Paradise's brand-new immersive bar experience, that's all part of the fun. Mirror Bar is being hailed the 'first of its kind' where the entire venue – including the floor, ceiling, walls and even the bar itself – are all made of mirrors. If you're up for a little self reflection, read on ... more

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Feast on fried-chicken Bennys and blueberry-topped toast at Robina’s new Gathering Co.

12 Mar 2024

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

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Surfers Pavilion is now open for breakfast and has dropped a dedicated canine menu for your furry friend

06 Mar 2024

Surfers Pavilion is known for long seafood-filled lunches, sundowners and evening escapades. Now, the waterfront venue is embarking upon an exciting new adventure – breakfast! The much-loved venue is extending its trading hours to welcome the morning crowd with a hearty breakfast spread. But that's not all – they're also rolling out the red carpet for our four-legged friends. Yes, you heard it right – this riverside hotspot has gone to the dogs and is now pet friendly, so you can bring your furry companions along for the fun. more

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Kirra Beach House is set to launch an elevated dining experience called The Restaurant

06 Mar 2024

Almost four years in the making, the eagerly anticipated Kirra Beach House opened its doors in early December, much to the delight of enthusiastic locals. The beautiful beach-fronting venue quickly became the perch for long lunches, sundowners and events. Now, as the summer officially draws to a close and holiday crowds have dispersed, the iconic venue has launched a brand-new offering called The Restaurant, which will open to the public on Thursday March 7. Here's what we know so far ... more