Bars
Soak up Mediterranean vibes at Victoria Point's tapas and cocktail spot Long Island Bar & Kitchen
Food & Drink

Soak up Mediterranean vibes at Victoria Point’s tapas and cocktail spot Long Island Bar & Kitchen

As Brisbane continues to slowly expand outward, the demand for quality hospitality options beyond the inner suburbs grows in tandem. Suburban pockets are flourishing, offering an alternative to those that would prefer to spend their money on food and drink than Uber rides. Long Island in Victoria Point is a newcomer to the scene that looks to provide a composed and contemporary experience to locals of Redland Bay, pairing minimalist Mediterranean-inspired aesthetics with a menu of share-style plates and cocktail jugs – a dynamite combo, if you ask us.

Food News
TWE South Bank dining
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Discover the newest dining dens at South Bank

Sometimes it feels like we’re constantly playing catch-up trying to make it around to nosh and swill at all the new dining destinations that have opened in Brisbane – along with still making time for comforting visits to old favourites. With Live Fire, The Charming Squire and a new Creole-inspired joint expected to open at South Bank in the coming months, play catch-up this weekend with our round-up of the most recent additions to this foodie precinct.

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Pavement Whispers: Volume 165 March 27
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Pavement Whispers: Volume 165 March 27

From whispers of trashy taco joints to new food markets, The Weekend Edition is always on the search for the latest news in Brisbane, 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 …

Restaurants
Baba Ganouj is serving Lebanese eats from its new-look home on Little Stanley Street
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Baba Ganouj is serving Lebanese eats from its new-look home on Little Stanley Street

There's something new about South Bank staple Baba Ganouj – can you tell what it is? Well, for a start, it's in a new location – one with loads more room for devouring Lebanese-inspired eats. It's also got a revamped menu filled with succulent shawarma, mouth-watering mezze and eye-catching cocktails. Has it been a while since you've visited? Read on for some great excuses to pop in for dinner ...

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Go nuts for Krispy Kreme's new limited-edition Snickers doughnut collab
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Go nuts for Krispy Kreme’s new limited-edition Snickers doughnut collab

Krispy Kreme is on a roll this year. After the massive success of its Maltesers collab in March, the mad scientists (or should we say creative geniuses) over at Krispy Kreme decided to team up with another iconic chocolate to create not just one, but two moreish confectionary concoctions. Say hello to Snickers doughnuts – sweet rings of nutty, nougat-filled goodness that are sure to really satisfy.

Cafes
Signed, sealed and delivered – The Mailman brings the goods to Alexandra Hills
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Signed, sealed and delivered – The Mailman brings the goods to Alexandra Hills

A pair of hospitality veterans with a background in fine dining are looking to elevate the brunch offering in the Redlands. The Mailman is injecting a bit of life into the Alexandra Hills cafe scene, dishing up familiar fare imbued with some imaginative (and delicious) quirks. Here, guests can chomp on cinnamon fried baos with peanut brittle while quaffing cup after cup of ONA coffee. It's worth adding a visit to your weekend itinerary!

Bars
Here's the tea – LÜCHA Black Bar and Dining is now open in The City
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Here’s the tea – LÜCHA Black Bar and Dining is now open in The City

You can never have too much of a good thing, especially when the thing in question is some of the tea-infused goodness from LÜCHA Kitchen + Bar. The beloved Elizabeth Street eatery doubling its presence in the inner-city, opening brand-new sibling site LÜCHA Black Bar and Dining today, Thursday April 22, in Albert Lane. This sophisticated newcomer builds upon the strong foundations laid by its more casual older sibling by focusing on group dining and curated culinary expeditions – just think of everything you love about the LÜCHA dining experience, then multiply it!