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Say hello to holiday mode with tasty sips for your pre-flight pleasure at Gold Coast Airport
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Say hello to holiday mode with tasty sips for your pre-flight pleasure at Gold Coast Airport

17 Apr 2024

If you ask us, your holiday begins as soon as you get to the airport, go through security and enter that illustrious limbo where a feeling of calm floats over. Time is irrelevant and ordinary rules (such as a wine after midday) are thrown out the window. With Gold Coast Airport’s multimillion-dollar transformation, jetsetters can embrace this time between check-in and take-off by indulging in the new bars and restaurants. We’ve rounded up all of the new spots where you can wine and dine before you fly. more

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The round-up: what's open Anzac Day, Thursday April 25
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The round-up: what’s open Anzac Day, Thursday April 25

17 Apr 2024

This Thursday April 25 is Anzac Day, which means we have another public holiday heading our way – hooray! For those on the hunt for a strong coffee (perhaps to help them wake up for a dawn service), breakfast with the family or a spot of lunch with the crew, then we've got your back – here are a bunch of places on the Gold Coast that are open on Thursday April 25 for Anzac Day 2024. more

The Grocer
Liquid Death debuts in Australia, promising to straight up “murder your thirst”
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Liquid Death debuts in Australia, promising to straight up “murder your thirst”

11 Apr 2024

Catching a glimpse of one of Liquid Death’s cans from the corner of your eye while browsing, you’d be forgiven for thinking the rad tallboys contained some kind of trendy alcoholic beverage or perhaps one of those energy drinks with near-fatal caffeine content. Instead you’ll find inside clear spring waters, possibly gently sparking and lightly sweetened with agave nectar. Upon this bait-and-switch Liquid Death has built its brand to incredible heights of popularity. And now, it's available Down Under. more

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Doughed brings New York-style cookies, doughnuts and focaccia sandwiches to Hope Island
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Doughed brings New York-style cookies, doughnuts and focaccia sandwiches to Hope Island

09 Apr 2024

When it's not uncommon to be greeted by a line out the door, it's pretty clear you are doing something very right. Doughed at Hope Island has arrived on the northern foodie scene with a bang, dropping some seriously drool-inducing doughnuts, craving-curing cookies and some damn tasty focaccia sandwiches. The concept is about bringing together a holy trinity of food-related hankerings into one convenient outpost with the added bonus of coffee and matcha. Here's everything you need to know ... more

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Sip gin cocktails and shape a bonsai tree at The Collective's Japanese Cherry Blossom Festival
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Sip gin cocktails and shape a bonsai tree at The Collective’s Japanese Cherry Blossom Festival

09 Apr 2024

As we here in the southern hemisphere are bracing ourselves for the colder months, those on the north side are basking in spring. One of the most extraordinary places to witness the changing of the seasons is Japan, where from March to May the country is awash with pink and white as cherry blossoms bloom. If you haven’t made any future travel plans to Japan, The Collective in Palm Beach might just be the next best thing. more

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Four Pillars Sticky Carpet Gin returns with a new hoppy twist
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Four Pillars Sticky Carpet Gin returns with a new hoppy twist

03 Apr 2024

Hankering for a gin that’s willing to get down and dirty? Four Pillars Sticky Carpet Gin 2.0, crafted in collaboration with Little Creatures brewery, might just be the bad boy you’re looking for. A revamp of one of Four Pillars' dearly missed limited-edition varieties long gone, Sticky Carpet Gin 2.0 is back with a bang and served with a twist. more

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

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