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Fingers and Bones turns from cafe to night hub with newly launched weekend dinners

25 Jan 2017

When the owner and chef has Jamie Oliver as one of his mates, you know what's going to be on your plate will be pretty damn special. Mermaid's newest daytime foodie space, Fingers and Bones, has expanded into dinner trade with the launch of its supper club. As its name suggests, the new night hub will be serving up finger-licking food designed so you can tuck in and eat with your hands. Don't worry pals, there will be plenty of napkins to go 'round. more

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Lavender lattes, raw treats and vibrant meat-free eats at Tweed’s new Sozo Square

19 Jan 2017

It's a known fact that you eat with your eyes, and the southern end's newest vegetarian eatery, Sozo Square, is spinning some visually appealing meat-free nosh from its fancy new digs in the heart of Tweed Heads. Here's the catch though – this is vegetarian food that not only looks amazing, it's also darn tasty. So for those of you that think 'vego' food is just about cold mung beans and bland tofu, we're about to prove you wrong. more

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Taverna brings the tastes of Greece to the Kingscliff seaside

19 Jan 2017

For those that love a sneaky trip to south Kingcliff (it's really not that far) there's a new Greek kid on the seaside block that you need to get yourself acquainted with – Taverna. The quaint new eatery is a glorious representation of the venues you'd find dotted along the shoreline of the Greek islands, serving fresh seafood and local produce from its striking location on Marine Parade. more

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Euro Grill spreads its tasty burger love with a new beachside Burleigh venue

19 Jan 2017

If you've ever been to Euro Grill at Treetops Plaza, you'll know of its famous burger fare. For the past five years, the daytime hub has been pumping out hearty breakfasts by morning, and fresh, tasty burgers by lunch. Now, the popular eatery has expanded its foodie wings with another venue in the heart of Burleigh Heads, this time it's with a cool night time spin – cue beers, burgers and beachside vibes. more

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Blackboard v3.0 is here – and it’s bigger and better than ever

12 Jan 2017

Blackboard has come of age. The Varsity Lakes cafe, which first began as a tiny espresso bar six years ago, has recently reopened as an impressive 186-seat venue. After early expansion and two revamps in the past, the new establishment has been affectionately dubbed Blackboard v3.0. It's vibrant new menu, the introduction of natural wines and craft beer and its killer fit-out is proof that good things really do come in threes. more

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Pavement Whispers: Spanish pintxos, beachside Italian and hearty Euro grills

12 Jan 2017

From whispers of new Spanish bars to authentic Italian eateries, The Weekend Edition Gold Coast 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

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Pancakes, burgers and hot dogs galore at Cooly’s new Pancake Diner

12 Jan 2017

You know what's life-changing? All-you-can-eat pancakes. Endless stacks of buttermilk goodness, cooked to perfection and topped with ice-cream, fruit, whipped cream and drizzled with syrup. It's the ultimate indulgence, and the hero at Coolangatta's new Pancake Diner – but the goodness doesn't stop there, the new beach-side eatery is the south's latest go-to for your favourite all-American eats. more

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The Weekend Series: superfood trends you’ll actually want to try in 2017

12 Jan 2017

We're not going to pretend we are all about clean eating. We embrace the burgers, the cheese and the wine. But if we can eat something delicious that is also healthy, we wholeheartedly welcome that added bonus. If you're ready to inject some extra nutrients into your daily intake, we've picked five of this year's superfood trends that we're interested in getting on board with. more

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Make friends with this killer kale salad

12 Jan 2017

Yeah, yeah, we know. Raw kale salad doesn't sound very killer. But trust us on this one – if your kale salads have been bad in the past, it's because you haven't learnt to massage your kale. Help it relaaaxx into deliciousness and it will change the way you look at the leafy vegetable forever. This is just one of the many hot tips Dale Pinnock, aka The Medicinal Chef, offers in his new book How to Cook Healthily. The cookbook is full of tasty and healthy recipes to help you to kickstart the new year, and introduce nutritional dishes into your weekly kitchen routine. In addition to this killer kale, sweet potato and cherry tomato salad, you'll find Chinese-style roast chicken, feel-good fish fingers, goji berry cheesecake and much more. more

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Tuck into fancy fish and crispy chips at Southport’s The Fish Shak

05 Jan 2017

Let’s get one thing straight – we’re not talking about fish and chips here. We’re talking fancy fish and chips. You know, that succulent, melt-in-your-big-mouth fish sided with crispy deep-fried chips. Honestly, is there anything better? Well, perched in the heart of Southport’s Broadwater Parklands is The Fish Shak, and it’s putting fancy fish and chips back on the map with fresh local seafood daily, oysters shucked before your eyes, a flash fit-out, tap beer and one helluva waterfront view. more

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Facelift puts iconic Sandbar back on the foodie map

05 Jan 2017

Locals, listen up – Surfers Paradise just got even tastier ... and way more cool. For the first time in 20 years, the iconic Sandbar has had a massive facelift, and its new-look digs is attracting the eye (and stomachs) of local foodies. With its Balinese beach-club style and an impressive new menu, the Sandbar is now firmly back where it belongs. more

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Munch on sesame crunch chicken tacos with cos, avocado and zesty crema

05 Jan 2017

It’s really hard to go past good Mexican food – the sheer vibrancy in both colour and flavour is a feast for the eyes and the tummy combined. Plus, what’s not to love about foods you can eat with one hand? Chef Paul Wilson has focused firmly on feel-good eats in Taqueria, a cookbook that features tacos, salsas and cocktails as the main event. In Taqueria, Paul explores regional flavours and specialities whilst playing with flavour, proving that there’s so much more to this country’s cuisine than lime and jalapenos. The book celebrates taco culture, showcasing the art behind these little parcels of love. What better way to say hola to Mexican cuisine than with a good old favourite like the taco? Far from humble, this recipe for sesame crunch chicken tacos with cos, avocado and zesty crema will have you rethinking everything you thought you knew about Mexican food. more

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The round-up: New Year’s resolutions that you’ll actually want to achieve

05 Jan 2017

Okay friends, it's time to blow off the year that was and welcome 2017 with wide open arms. Generally, January is the time when you make up an overly ambitious list of what you want to achieve for the year ahead. If your only New Year's resolution so far is to remember to write 2017 instead of 2016 (let's be honest – that can take a solid few months to master) then keep reading. We really, really like you – so we've taken the liberty of putting together a list of well-balanced New Year's resolutions that we think are totally achievable – for us, for you, for everyone. Strap yourselves in Gold Coast, it's time to tick some boxes. more

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The year in review: what you loved in 2016

25 Dec 2016

Sayonara 2016, it’s been a hoot! What a cracking year it’s been for the Gold Coast. We’ve been lucky enough to bring you, our dear readers, all the most exciting news and happenings from all corners of the city – and in the hype of it all, we also threw our hands in the air as we published our 100th edition! We’re pretty chuffed that we get to uncover the Gold Coast’s beauty, magic and creativity and package it up for you each week – and we’re even more chuffed that you all enjoy reading it. We love looking back at what has been an incredibly progressive year for the Gold Coast – and from what we know (we've still got a few secrets, so stay tuned) 2017 is going to be even bigger, better and tastier. Here are our top stories from the year that was. more

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It’s here! The Collective’s five restaurants and two bars will open on Boxing Day

22 Dec 2016

The long-awaited arrival of biggest jewel in the crown of the southern Gold Coast's foodie scene is here – The Collective in Palm Beach will open on Boxing Day, December 26. This is a dining experience never before seen on the Gold Coast, with five restaurants and two bars (one on the rooftop) set to generate a seven-day-a-week buzz under one pretty damn fancy retractable roof. more

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Get lucky at the Gold Coast’s newest bao bar

22 Dec 2016

Bao lovers, Christmas has come early! After spending two years frequenting the Gold Coast's food market scene, Lucky Bao will open the doors to its first standalone venue in Mermaid Waters this Friday, December 23. If, like us, you've often stalked the Lucky Bao folks, then you're in for a treat, with a swag of new Asian-inspired eats and share plates to be featured alongside its signature bao combinations. What a finger-licking way to end the year. more

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Pavement Whispers: a new venue from Paddock and Bam Bam plus rooftops, markets and facelifts

22 Dec 2016

From whispers of new bakehouses to rooftop bars, The Weekend Edition Gold Coast 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

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The Weekend Series: five cocktails to help you through every festive situation

22 Dec 2016

The holiday season is ideal for bringing people together, spending time with your loved ones and celebrating the connections you’ve made throughout the year. If you are a serial entertainer, this is either the happiest time of your year or the most stressful. The fun part about Christmas catering is the cocktails, but any seasoned host will know that a your trusty Passion Pop punch won’t tantalise everybody’s tastebuds (no matter how much fruit you put in it). We’ve made a list of cocktails to cater for some specific groups that you might encounter over Christmas. more

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Get stuck in at Fingers and Bones’ new Mermaid Beach space

15 Dec 2016

The Mermaid Beach cafe and garden space formerly occupied by bakery Vivré a Vie has been brought back to its former glory with catering company Fingers and Bones setting up its first namesake eatery. Perched along the Gold Coast Highway, the vibrant new space is run by husband-and-wife team Dennis and Leigh Duncanson, who are starting small with daytime fare – but you'll want to keep your eyes on this place because come 2017, it'll be on for the young and old. more

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The round-up: Brisbane bound – the best new spots to check out over summer

15 Dec 2016

It’s been a ripper year in Brisbane’s food scene, with several cafes, bars and restaurants popping up and quickly securing a place in our hearts (and stomachs). That’s not to say that the Gold Coast hasn’t been absolutely crushing it too – it has! But perhaps you haven’t seen all of what 2016 brought to Brisbane. Should you be swinging through town over the summer period, give your tastebuds the Christmas gift they deserve and park your caboose in a seat at any of these locales. These are some of the best places that opened this year, and don’t you deserve the best? We think you do. more