We’d love to tell you how many poems, songs and novels are written about love but we are sure that number goes up every day – especially around February. Why not say I love you with more than just words by treating yourself and your loved one to one of the many dining delights at Sanctuary Cove this month? From romantic Mediterranean feasts to hearty Australian fare, these date-night nosh spots will leave you lost for words. more
It's not every day you get the opportunity to enjoy an eight-course degustation meticulously created by a Michelin-starred executive chef. In what can only be described as a rare culinary event, that's precisely what is on offer at ‘An Evening With Chef Tony Su’ at The Langham, Gold Coast's acclaimed Cantonese dining destination, T’ang Court. The unmissable foodie experience will be available exclusively from February 24 to March 1 – here's everything you need to know ... more
When it comes to plant-based alternatives, the food industry has come a long way. Vegans are not often left wanting, but there are some substitutes that just don’t cut it. For Claire Beard, there was a gaping hole in her heart for one craving in particular – croissants. For without blocks of creamy, cultured European-style butter, it’s impossible to recreate that layered, puffy, flaky, buttery, golden-brown pastry perfection … right? Claire was determined to prove that theory wrong. more
Every neighbourhood has its local haunts. The kind where you can roll in on a whim and be greeted with a kind of dependable familiarity that hits the sweet spot, every time. For Hope Island residents, Mad Over Italian (or MOI, as it is also known) is that place. The northern noshery has filled a gap in the local dining scene for authentic Italian eats – think pizza, pasta and irresistible desserts. more
Cult brownie-cookie maker Butterbing is back, baby! A pause in operations by the owners in late 2022 left a giant cookie-shaped hole in all of our hearts – but now, we can happily reveal that Butterbing's iconic buttercream-filled brownie cookies will be back in the cabinets of your favourite cafes from this week. more
There aren't too many foods that get us salivating quite like Korean-style fried chicken. Even the thought of sinking our teeth into the delightfully crisp exterior is enough to get us drooling, and don't even get us started on the smell. Oh, the smell! If you share our undying love for finger-lickin' chicken, there's a brand-new chook nook in town that you absolutely need to know about – it's called NeNe Chicken and you'll find it at Pacific Fair Shopping Centre. more
Favoured for its smooth drink and citrus notes, Altos Tequila has been crowned the number-one tequila for margaritas by bartenders across the globe and has quickly become a bar shelf staple for master mixologists and margarita mega-fans alike. Founded by two award-winning bartenders, the spirit has been formulated so the subtle flavour of tequila cuts through even the most complex cocktails. Each bottle is a combination of centennial tequila-making traditions and agave grown in the volcanic rich soil of Los Altos, providing the ultimate foundation to your margarita. To celebrate Margarita Month, Altos Tequila has once again teamed up with its favourite bars nation-wide to shout 20,000 margaritas. Think of it like a Mexican Wave toasting to this delicious drink from bar to bar. In Queensland, you catch a free margarita at 26 locations from inner-city haunt Brooklyn Standard to… more
By day, Kennedys Coffee in Tweed Heads is a thriving caffeination station brimming with locals looking for a bite and a brew. For the next three weeks, the convivial neighbourhood noshery will keep the lights on at night while it hosts an Asian-inspired pop-up called Hightide. The pop-up is here for a good time not a long one, with only three weeks left to discover the drool-inducing delights. more
If your fridge is often filled with random slabs of French cheese, you have a notable obsession with olives (mostly Sicilian), there are countless jars of miscellaneous pickled things in your possession and you believe that mortadella is the most underrated of all of the cured meats (it truly is) then not only do we like you a lot, we also think you'll take great joy in working your way through this list of the Gold Coast's best delis. more
It's generally bittersweet when we announce the opening of a new restaurant, as it usually means that something has closed. Thankfully, that's not the case for Honey Pepper Bar And Grill, which has assumed the upstairs corner at The Kitchens at Robina Town Centre. The space was formerly home to Mad Asian Kitchen And Bar, but before you go shedding any tears, it's not goodbye – the quirky Asian-fusion restaurant has moved to a smaller space next door, so it's win-win! more
While Korean barbecue (or KBBQ as it is also known) seems to be having a moment in foodie circles, Chirn Park's newest resident ATTO Korean Cuisine delivers a delightfully modern Korean dining experience. The unassuming new nosh spot quietly opened its doors late last year and has been building a cult following of folks who can't get enough of the venue's flavourful fare. Prawn burgers, the crispiest, stickiest Korean fried chicken and delicate sashimi are just some of the edible gifts that await at ATTO. Here's everything you need to know ... more
A pizza that is made with love and the finest quality ingredients is truly a work of art. A perfectly thin, crispy base adorned with a restrained scattering of toppings and smothered with molten-hot mozzarella – it's a sight to behold before eagerly devouring. As with all art, it's subjective – though, we've put together a tasty list of the best spots for pizza on the Gold Coast that we reckon are well worth a visit. more
If you reside in or around Miami and possess a penchant for artisan baked goods, go ahead and get excited – Palm Beach's powerhouse pastry slinger Well Bread & Pastry has opened a second outpost in your hood! Taking over the vacant space that was formerly home to Zaraffas's Coffee at Miami One Shopping Centre, the new nook is a handy outpost for coffee, croissants and, of course, crusty loaves of all kinds. more
When Sogno Italiano opened its doors in Mermaid Waters almost two years ago, the response from the local pizza-loving populace was an immediate and resounding yes. Fast-forward a couple of years and tables in the suburban 55-seater are just as in demand as the day they opened, prompting owners and cousins Sushil and Prajwol Maharjan to scope a second spot just a pizza-toss from their original Mermaid Waters home. Get a glimpse of Sogno Italiano in Burleigh Waters ... more
Whether you’re all loved up or you’re single and ready to mingle, Valentine’s Day is a day that should be celebrated with your nearest and dearest. Luckily for you, we've handpicked some of the most romantic events happening on the coast this February 14, so all you have to do is grab your sweetheart, best pal or partner in crime and get ready to celebrate love. Here are some of our top picks for playing cupid ... more
This Friday January 26 is a public holiday, which means it’s a short week for many. As much as we love a day out of the office, The Weekend Edition team would like to acknowledge the significance of this date for First Nations people and believe it is not a date to celebrate. However you choose to observe this day, there are a bunch of cafes, restaurants and bars keeping their doors open on Friday January 26. If you're keen to get out and support your local, here's a list of what's open ... more
From high-end dining spaces serving intricate sashimi dishes to bustling yakitori bars and hidden gems pumping out mouth-watering karaage in the backstreets of the 'burbs, us Gold Coast folk are pretty spoilt when it comes to Japanese eats. In honour of one of our all-time favourite cuisines, we put together a handy list (in no particular order) of must-try Japanese restaurants and eateries on the coast. Kanpai! more
Is it just us or has summer really kicked it up a gear? If you’re in desperate need of a dip to cool down, make haste to the newly opened Lagoon Beach Club at InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort to enjoy the pool and lagoon facilities for a day. more
We’re always planning an escape to a tropical island, but it’s nice to find a little pocket of paradise in our everyday life. Greendays in Bundall is just that, and lucky for us its hours have extended into the evening so you can go straight from the office to an oasis. more
Where the river meets the sea – Brunswick Heads has the best of both worlds, so you don’t have to choose between spending your weekend on the beach or by the river, you can do both. With everything in one spot there’s no need to leave, and you won’t want to once you’ve tried these coastal town eats. more
