Blackboard Coffee Roasters is now on wheels. That's right, the delicious brews by the talented Nick Pearce and his team can now be found on the road, from a slick and totally rad Land Rover Defender. We're all for stalking food and coffee trucks (it's totally acceptable), so the fact that Blackboard is spreading its caffeine-dipped wings even further really makes our hearts flutter. more
This is not a drill, and it's not a joke, but we'll give you fair warning – you should probably take a seat before reading on. Okay, here goes. Australia's first ever Moët & Chandon vending machine will officially launch on the Gold Coast this Saturday June 24. Once you've picked yourself up off the floor, get straight to Garden Kitchen & Bar at The Star, where you can push the button and experience the conveniently dispensed taste of Moët & Chandon, straight from a luxury vending machine. This is quite possibly one of the greatest inventions known to mankind. more
Nestled along Coolangatta's Griffith Street is a glorious new wine bar and restaurant by the name of Tasca – it's refined, cosy and brings a whole new culinary vibe to the relaxed southern end. If you're into minimal-intervention wines (you should be), like to sip on well-curated cocktails and appreciate the simplicity of modern Italian food, then it's time we got you familiar with this new little gem. more
We've got a secret for you. Nestled along the Gold Coast Highway in Broadbeach is a bright red door in the shape of a London telephone box. There's no sign, but push open the handle and step inside to discover the coast's first speakeasy-style bar – Soho Place. Here's the catch – you can actually BYO food if you so desire. The intriguing new bar, which is one of the first on the Gold Coast to operate legally with no food service and no kitchen, will officially open today (June 15). more
Morgan Walsh, the owner of modern Mexican eatery Bonita Bonita and the adjoining Bon Bon Bar, will open the doors to her third Mermaid Beach venue, Poké Poké, this Thursday (June 15). The eclectic new space is the Gold Coast's first dedicated poke-bowl bar, serving fresh bowls of the vibrant Hawaiian staple, alongside Caribbean roti rolls, smoothie bowls, fresh juices ... oh, and beer, wine and cocktails. more
Whether you're a born and bred Gold Coaster or not, most of you would be familiar with The Islander – that pastel-pink hotel that catches your eye as you head along Surfers Paradise Boulevard. Well, after more than 12 months of works, the lid has been lifted on the iconic site to reveal what will now be known as The Island. We had a peek inside the boutique hotel's new-look restaurant, bar and rooftop – and it's pretty darn impressive. more
Look, we like to talk a big game when it comes to cheese and charcuterie but don’t get it twisted – we know how to get our platter on. Sure, you can pick a nice Brie from the cheese section at the grocery store, but you aren’t going to impress us with just any old triple-cream variety. Next time you plan on entertaining, do yourself a favour and select one of Australia’s award-winning artisan cheeses. We’ve done the legwork and selected a few to help you get started – just don’t forget to buy the crackers. more
The worlds of coffee and interior design have collided in spectacular fashion with the opening of Varsity Lakes' stylish new daytime hub, Cru Cafe & Design Lounge. The sleek new cafe and interiors retail space forms part of the eye-catching newly built Brooklyn Apartments on Varsity Parade, giving coffee drinkers a splash of homewares inspo as they sip on their morning brew. more
What's your go-to gift? Is it flowers? Or are you one to show your appreciation with a cheeky wink and a box of chocolates? Well, we're not here to give relationship advice (we'd actually be pretty good at it) or tell you what to do – but next time you need to gift a friend, potential lover or your long-term significant other, you should totally give the gift of sugar ... and lots of it. Newly launched Gold Coast company Sugar Gathered is coming to the party with its mind-blowing range of doughnut bouquets, dessert boxes and sugar-filled hampers made to order on the daily. more
From whispers of poke-bowl restaurants to riverside espresso hangs, The Weekend Edition 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
A heath-conscious and totally delicious new cafe has sprouted in the West Burleigh hood by the name of Espresso 151. If smoothie bowls in the winter sunshine, top-notch coffee and guilt-free raw treats are your jam, then this new little caffeine-fuelled hub will be right up your alley. more
After months of anticipation, Coolangatta's newest beachfront foodie destination, Baskk, will open its doors to the public this Sunday June 4. Perched on the northern end of the picturesque Cooly esplanade, Baskk is set to infuse a fresh new resort-style dining concept into the beachside village – think brunch, coffee and lunch on a sun-kissed deck by day, followed by fanciful cocktails and sophisticated share food by sunset. more
Many Gold Coast locals would be affectionately familiar with Broadbeach haunt Alto Cucina & Bar, the daring younger sibling of Mario's Italian. After months of construction, the popular restaurant and watering hole has this week reopened as Beachside Pavilion. Now, whilst we all have a soft spot for Alto, this new concept could not be further from its original state. Cue the fresh seafood, cocktails and sunshine – the iconic Broadbeach corner is back to its former glory. more
Whilst we're a slightly carnivorous bunch, we hold vegan-friendly eats in the highest regard ... and it seems plenty of restaurants, bars and eateries do too, with more and more vegan dishes popping up on menus across the city. Now, it's a given that all-vegan eateries are the go-to for vegan meals, but sometimes it's nice to venture beyond the usual suspects. So, we put together a handy list of must-try vegan dishes from various corners of the Gold Coast, all for your plant-based pleasure. more
Surfers Paradise locals, there’s a new coffee hub in town. Whilst the sweet aroma of caffeine often fills the precinct’s bustling beachfront, Lionheart Cafe is filling the back-street void along Surfers Paradise Boulevard by transforming a former tattoo studio into a vibrant new space with quality coffee, hearty eats and a distinct local vibe. more
Mermaid Beach is coming of age. Its relaxed vibe and beachside feel has created the perfect culinary canvas for some of the city's most popular cafes and restaurants, which sit dotted along the emerging Gold Coast Highway pocket. The North Room, which officially opens its doors today (Thursday May 25), is the latest addition and is set to add a new element of refined dining to the popular beachside suburb. more
If you share our appreciation for good-quality burgers, then you'll be happy to know that there is a juicy new kid on the block. Popular Byron Bay eatery Main Street Burger Bar has opened its doors in the heart of the new-look Broadbeach Mall, bringing with it a swag of delicious burger creations, boozy milkshakes and sodas, top-notch cocktails and ice-cold beer. more
Beer lovers and dumpling munchers, let us introduce you to the Harajuku Gyoza Beer Stadium – Australia's first Japanese microbrewery. The impressive 150-seat venue quietly opened its doors in Broadbeach over the weekend, revealing its four 1200-litre beer towers, mind-blowing spread of deliciously refined Japanese street food and incredibly fun vibe. more
A new hangout for specialty-coffee drinkers has sent a caffeine-fuelled buzz through Robina's tree-lined Arbour Avenue precinct. Just last week, the doors to The Market Place swung wide open, bringing top-notch brews, a mouth-watering menu and a distinct neighbourhood vibe to the heart of the suburb. more
When browsing the shelves of your local bottle-o or sipping on a fine vintage at the newest wine bar, you might have overheard conversations referring to natural wine. If the term left you a little bit puzzled, allow us you enlighten you. Natural wine is and ever-growing trend in viticulture and wine cultivation, meaning wine that is made with the least amount of additives and chemicals possible. The wine industry is polarised over the advent of natural wines, but we aren’t here to wade into that barrel of grapes. Instead, we’ve sourced five winemakers that we think are worth seeking out if you are curious about natural wines. more
