Say hello to Oomite x Pepe Saya Butter, the beautiful lovechild of two Australian artisan makers – a creamy wheel of unsalted Pepe Saya cultured butter, carefully blended with the all-natural salty goodness of Oomite spread. The limited-edition release is your delicious chance to try Oomite at home, but be warned – it's addictive! more
“Give me a bowl of wine, in this I bury all unkindness” – William Shakespeare. more
Pottsville is fast becoming a foodie destination in its own right, and the newest jewel in the Northern Rivers town’s crown is Black Drop Cafe. With excellent coffee, an imaginative and refreshing menu and a relaxed vibe befitting its laidback hometown, Black Drop is a must-visit on your next trip down south. more
It's hard to beat a sunset session with a killer view to accompany your well-earned afternoon aperitif. Well, friends, we hope you're sitting down because we have some very exciting news – Surfers Pavilion is set to open its doors for the first time on Saturday April 24 – just in time for the double long weekends we have coming our way! Here's everything you need to know ... more
It's a combination both rich and indulgent, perfect for savouring as the nights grow cooler and longer – this dessert experience from the culinary creatives at Yamagen is something you'll want to linger over. As part of Yamagen's whisky and chocolate month, the rare Japanese whisky Hibiki 21 and chocolate bonsai tree pairing is one of the most luxurious dessert experiences on the coast. more
Set amongst the lush rainforests of the Byron Bay hinterland is where you'll discover Cape Byron Distillery, the home of the highly awarded Brookie’s Gin. In a win for gin enthusiasts, the beloved distillery has now decided to make drinking its special spirit just a little easier with the release of its bottled Gin & Tonic with Native Finger Lime. We know what we're picking up at the bottle-o on Friday night. more
Mother's Day is creeping up quickly, friends. Whilst we may often opt for the grocery store chocolate option when gift giving this time of year, we think you should try something a little bit different – but just as tasty. To help you out, Hey Tiger has teamed up with Brisbane-based artist Rachael Sarra for a limited-edition collection of chocolate bars that are just as pretty as they taste good. more
Although the weather is getting cooler, it's never not a good time for ice-cream. If you're craving a frosty treat, then there's a new kid on the block that is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth – KitKat ice-cream sticks. This delicious iced dessert is the baby of Australian ice-cream maker Peters and the choc-loving folks at Nestlé, who decided to put a new spin on the classic KitKat chocolate bars – and our tastebuds are eternally grateful. more
If you're a true gelato connoisseur, you'll know that there's nothing like a top-notch scoop – forget the flouro artificial colourings and sickly sweet flavours, and think quality ingredients that actually taste like the real thing (and don't give you a splitting sugar headache). Well, friends, look no further. Piccolo Mondo in Pottsville is serving up some of the best gelato around and trust us, it's worth the drive. more
When the pandemic peaked, popular Robina cafe Dark Fluid pivoted to making take-home comfort meals to nourish its loyal customers while keeping its business afloat. At the time, Natalie Ivanovski, the daughter of Dark Fluid's owner-operators Sonia and John Ivanovski, was stood down from her day job in the travel industry – so she jumped in to help her parents cook the hearty takeaway meals, making pasta by hand and lasagne sheets from scratch. As it turns out, people really love pasta and they soon found themselves struggling to keep up with demand, which sparked a savvy idea from Natalie and Sonia to open a pasta-centric providore where locals could buy fresh, handmade pasta by the gram, along with take-home meals and specialty deli goods. After a few delays, The Pasta Emporium has arrived! Here's everything you need to know ... more
If you're one of the coast's fine dining afficionados, listen up: Not only will the HOTA Gallery be host to The Exhibitionist rooftop bar upon the gallery's opening in May, but a decadent dining locale – Palette – will take up residence on the ground floor. Here's what we know so far ... more
If you've been kicking around the coast for a while and enjoy quality coffee and top-notch nosh, it's fairly likely you're already familiar with Barefoot Barista. Having opened their first cafe in Palm Beach back in 2009, owners Dean and Liz have gone on to establish a thriving nook in Burleigh Heads (2011), Mermaid Beach (2017), and now, Currumbin. The newest member of the family opened its doors two months ago and has already firmly entrenched itself as a local favourite. more
The perfect pizza is somewhat of an oxymoron because everyone has different preferences and tastes – some like a thick, doughy crust whilst others prefer things a little thinner and crispier. Some like to fold in half before shovelling into their mouth whilst others (weirdly) opt for a knife and fork. Thankfully, Aviary Rooftop Bar is here to help you nail the art of your perfect pizza pie with a hands-on masterclass that will equip you with all of the tips and tricks to impress your date and/or mate. more
If there's one thing we love more than gin, it's botanically crafted gin from one of the region's most loved producers, Husk Distillers. Is it possible to get any better? Yes, apparently. Taking our love for gin to the next level is its brand-new Distillery Dinner series, which are intimate dinner experiences involving crafted cocktail pairings and a drool-inducing menu. more
This time last year, we were in the midst of very uncertain times. The beloved treat slingers at Cadbury were there to comfort us through this difficult period, offering solace by reviving their iconic Marble block (bless their cotton socks). This year, the dessert kingpin has decided to up the ante for its newest creation by combining two of our favourite flavours. Please give a warm welcome to Cadbury's newest chocolate block – Caramilk Marble. more
Nestled off the beaten track on Commerce Drive in Robina (just behind the petrol station, up from Robina Pavilion) Eddy + Wolff is one of those places that when you know, you know. The tiny 22-seater has been slinging sophisticated sips and barbecued bar snacks most evenings since it opened in March 2019 and now, due to popular demand (and repeated requests from loyal customers), the crew has added a Friday and Saturday lunch service so go ahead and rally your work fam for a fun lunch. more
Ah, the humble parmigiana – the classic Aussie pub staple has gone through more than its fair share of gastronomic makeovers, but the iconic combination of a juicy crumbed chicken breast topped with rich napoli sauce, a slab of ham and oodles of bubbling cheese is impossible to beat. We’re not here to chew your ear off about how great parmies are (you’re already aware) – we want to know where you can find the best parmy on the Gold Coast. Here at The Weekend Edition, we take our food research very seriously but we ultimately know that it is you, dear readers, who have been chowing down on parmies across all corners of the coast. So, please tell us – where can we score the ultimate in the pub-feed hierarchy? Let us know in the form below! Gold Coast's Best Parmy Voting Form 2021 … more
As the weekend draws to a close, there tends to be two kinds of people – the kind that are already mentally prepping for the week ahead and the ones that are keen to milk every last drop of leisure time. If you firmly fall into the latter category, or just enjoy sipping cocktails and devouring dumplings as the sun sinks, The Collective's brand-new Sunday session is definitely up your alley. Gins and tins, what more could you want? more
If you regularly find yourself with a hankering for hummus (not the supermarket kind), ripping apart some freshly baked bread and plunging it into a bowl of Mirza Ghasemi (charcoal-smoked eggplant with egg, tomato and garlic) and munching on a Persian-style kebab with a side of saffron rice, take your tastebuds on a culinary journey at Rumi in Broadbeach. The deliciously modern Persian restaurant recently relocated from its long-time home on the Gold Coast Highway to a sophisticated new space on Surf Parade. more
If you like your servings large and your flavours delicious, then friends, we have just the spot for you. Nerang newcomer Gara Yaka, is slinging mouthwatering Sri Lankan street food-inspired fare that'll convert you after just one bite. Tucked into an unassuming (yet decidedly convenient) locale just off the motorway, it’s the perfect spot to stop in if you’re after something different or need something to keep your tastebuds and tummy satisfied on a drive. more
