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Wellll, their art is (duh). 

With the likes of Lana Del Ray and the Avalanches all hitting up the Brisbane event cal this March, let's face it, it's shaping up to be the year of live music in Brisvegas. So, what are you waiting for? Throw on your disco pants and hit up all the best music gigs in Brisbane this March. 

We all know the importance of morning routines—our brains have been programmed this way. We preach how breakfast is the most important meal of the day, that our 6am gym sesh is of critical importance, and so on. Although doing our morning right is 100% valuable, because of this, our night-time routine can often fall short. The funny thing about this is that the way you spend your night will directly impact how you’re gonna feel when you wake up. We mean, the hangover serves as cut clear proof of that.

If you’re anything like us, the idea of crowding onto a packed beach on a hot day wearing nothing but beach underwear isn’t always appealing.

And how to order it.

​This tidy little recipe is about to save you a bunch of forgettable nights in Chinatown, not because they were crummy evenings but because you drank so much Jacob’s Creek Trilogy Cuvee Brut that you literally can’t remember them. 

Things are quickly going from bad to raw mince.

We are done. 

So it’s 2018, and we still don’t have hover boards or Cher’s wardrobe from Clueless, and for some reason no one has figured out how to let our dogs talk to us yet. But, thanks to Bulla Family Dairy, we now have frozen custard ice block…so, welcome to the future people! You might remember their game-changing frozen custard being released last year in tub form? Well, now they are putting their award-winning recipe on a stick! BTW, this stuff won tub ice cream product of the year, so it’s the real deal, and yes—science does suggest everything tastes better on a stick. 

Be still your inner creative soul, Sydney is getting a taste of Soho.

‘So many roads. So many detours. So many choices. So many mistakes.’ Just as Sarah Jessica Parker once said of life, so is true for the Margaret River wine region in WA. As beautiful as the place is, it can be a rabbit warren (and a nightmre if you haven't done your homework), and if you’re not careful you can spend more time chucking U-turns or detouring around the (very large) block than sipping on vino. And that's a waste of precious holiday time if you ask us!

Just look at it! Don’t pretend you’re not curious.

Baristas have a tough gig—there’s the early hours, the standing on your feet, the making, what we can only refer to as, crimes against coffee. But hey, someone’s gotta to do it. We’re pretty much indebted to them for the coffee they’ve provided over the years

Our boys at Buffalo Bar have thrown down the gauntlet in the ultimate test to see whether size really matters. Enter: Ron Jeremy, the biggest you’ve ever had, and a spicy contender for the most fearsome feast in Brisbane.

All of a sudden week four of Fail Of The Century has crept up and smacked us in the back of the head with an electric mini wok. 

If we could live off of one particular type of jarred spreadable product for the rest of our lives, it would most likely be peanut butter. I mean sure, Nutella might factor into our decision process, but ultimately we’re going to land on a big ol’ jar of the good nut.

You’ve completed approximately 10 zodiac compatibility tests this week alone. Whether you’re scoring 93%’s and have commenced collaging wedding mood boards, or simply refuse to accept the low percentile results on the screen, it’s time to check back in with No.1.

These days it seems like everyone is training like an athlete, but most of us are missing a crucial (and maybe the best) piece of the puzzle, making us less Serena Williams and more, well, injured. It turns out, recovery is just as important in training, so next time you CBF with that HIIT class or feel your results have plateaued, skip the workout and book in for a recovery sesh instead. Yes, you just got permission to chill. Here are 8 of the best training recovery hacks that you’ll want to try out.

Put your hand up if you miss your best friend.

Well it’s about time you showed up.

Toblerones are friggin’ amazing. But let’s be honest, when was the last time you bought one that wasn’t a gift from Duty Free? If someone came home after work with a big Toblerone, we’d probably assume they won some sort of raffle.

The former POTUS is headed to Australia’s shores and we are ready.

Holey Moley are throwing the country’s first ever Mini Golf Masters—a country-wide putt putt battle to the death. Oh yeah, and there’s $10k cold hard cash up for grabs. Not to mention your very own Gold Jackets.

IT’S BACK GUYS, IT’S BACK. The Southside Tea Room and Death Valley Bar are revving up to take their widely popular Disney Karaoke for another spin around the track, and all signs point to this one going absolutely OFF.

With the Sydney Mardi Gras Parade just days away, we couldn’t think of a better time to get our shimmer on. Whilst we brace ourselves for glittery ‘grams and shimmery selfies, the least we could do was edit the latest, greatest and (obvs) sparkliest products to help you shine IRL this weekend.

We set out to solve this life mystery and share with you a video with step-by-step instructions of how to fold a fitted sheet. 

Get comfortable, guys. We’re back with another high-brow look at the world of Culture. And no, for the purposes of this list, Netflix doesn’t count. Keep reading if you want the latest on al things performance, theatre, galleries and nouveau meta-art installations, Snoopy Museums, terrifying pig-babies and thousands of lanterns filling the night sky.

Ah the 90’s, I remember them fondly. When I wasn’t spending school holidays incessantly putting contact onto my schoolbooks, I was flying around on my BMX wearing only the finest Warner Bros t-shirts and Chicago Bulls cargo pants. What a time.

Now that the Dean and Tracey drama has finally died down, we’re all starting to notice what an absolute piece of human garbage Nasser is. It is coming as no shock to anyone that he has lived by himself for his 50 years, and it looks like that’s not changing anytime soon.

So you're officially the first person in your squad to become a parent. Firstly, congratulations you adult, you. Secondly, we feel ya.

Let’s be honest, Bali is sooo 2017. There’s another island getaway calling your name this year. Picture this: towering volcanoes, untouched wilderness, crystal-clear waters and an abundance of vineyards thrown in for good measure.

If you’re looking for a change of scene on the weekend, head for Bangalow—a stone's throw from Byron Bay and less than an hour’s drive from the Gold Coast.

The biggest exhibition of Marcel Duchamp's works is headed to Australia, Sydney to be exact.

We were head over heels when Ashleigh Keily opened up Arc + Family Pots—Fortitude Valley’s gorgeous homewares and custom planter store on James Street (our wallets not so much, but tbh we’re not complaining)—and with rumblings of a new project in the works since December last year, we’re pleased as punch that el’ Rosa will be opening its doors next month!

We’re constantly shook at how cool lil ol’ Brisbane continues to get. It’s come a long way since back in the day and the newest hotspot for all things food, drinks, entertainment and lifestyle—if a complete redevelopment of one of our fave places counts as “new”—is taking things next level.

You’ve heard of cheese. And you’ve heard of wheels. And you’ve heard of fire. (Can you see where we’re going with this?). Put them all together with some al dente pasta and waddaya got? You’ve got the new special from Salt Meats Cheese.

And how to order it (without sounding like a dunce).

Yes. We went for a deep-dive into the MAFS contestants’ instas because we have nothing better to do with our lives.

Can we just take a moment and have a slow clap for the BFFs in our lives? The gals that are always there for you; from spontaneous beach trips, to drunk crying into your takeaway chips and everything in between. To the ones that love you unconditionally even though you're partial to doing some questionable (okay, sometimes just downright dumb) things because they’re usually right beside you for the ride.

​All right, you true crime pervs. We’re back for another month of watching shows about real things happening to real people in real time. And there’s plenty on the menu. We’ve got a couple of golden oldies (Man on Wire, Amy) and brand new docos on everything from Nora Ephron to guys collecting coral.

Redlands locals, listen up! A brand-spankin’ new food and entertainment mecca, Chef's Inc., is here and it absolutely, 100%, needs to be on your radar.

Looking for a reason to party now the holiday season’s over? Well then you defs need to add this one to your cal ASAP, because Paddyfest is coming to Brisbane!

Swan Valley. It sounds like the name of a place a Disney princess might live, right? Well, this beautiful wine district (just outside of Perth, mind you!) is pretty much on par with the picturesque landscape of a fictional fairy tale realm – except there’s wine. The Swan Valley boasts some of Australia’s best wineries, and is home to Western Australian icon Houghton Wines (which is worth a visit alone, if you ask us).  It’s Australia’s oldest wine region, so yeah, the wine here is pretty epic. 

Well, the Love Mince has well and truly hit the fan this week on the Great Australian Fake Off. 

Sometimes (often) plain old vanilla ice cream just doesn’t quite cut the mustard. Unless it’s got shards of English toffee and rivers of caramel running through it, you’re better off wrapping it in Glad Wrap and using it as an ice pack. Fortunately, some genius came up with a delicious alternative that only costs a few years of your life.

Attention all kidults, rejuveniles and adultescents! Summer might be over but thanks to Australia’s sunny clime the warm weather is set to stick around well into autumn, so we’ve put together a huge assortment of warm-weather activities for you to enjoy before you have to pretend to adult again at winter’s many boring dinner parties (ugh).

You could say soundtracks are the make or break of a film…or maybe we’re just being dramatic…like a good soundtrack would be. Seriously though, think of an iconic movie and right behind your favourite quote, an even more iconic theme is wiggling its way into your brain. 

Been hitting the gym? Making good on those resolutions? Prove it. Show us how tough you are with a tussle on the Tough Mudder monkey bars that just popped up in King George Square.

Here’s our round-up of the latest wave of thrillers you won’t be about to put down.

Well, bloody hell. Here we were thinking that the fireman of our dreams Cam was a lock to be the next Bachelor, but rumours today are hinting that recent MAFS leaver Ryan is in the sights of Ten’s producers.

Wondering what the first week of Autumn has in store? The stars have aligned and dealt out the good, the bad and the (very, very) ugly. As usual, we’re here with some cosmic advice to get through it all. Here’s what you’re *really* in for this week. 

Oh fake tan, you sinister bronze sun serpent. Thankfully someone has invented a soap bar that almost instantly scrubs away fake tan (without scrubbing away the top three layers of skin). 

Here are 45 thoughts we had during last night’s episode of Married At First Sight.

If you’re a major hothead with nothing but disdain for alkalinity, the Hot Sauce and Chilli Festival is for you. Taking over the weekend of March 10 and 11, this fest is exactly what it says on the bottle: two days of hair-raising, brow-gleaming, waiver-signing fury.

New Zealand has got it all. Amazing landscapes? Exhilarating activities? The friendliest people you’ve ever met? Check, check, check! When you think of going backpacking you may daydream about hiking through Peru or getting lost in the Greek Islands but trust us when we say New Zealand is where it’s at! 

Brunswick Heads is a little gem of a town that’s long been overlooked for its bigger, more touristy southern sister, Byron Bay—but times are a-changin’.

Yamba is the perfect place to situate yourself for 48 hours as it’s only a few hours drive along the highway and has a small coastal village charm, pristine beaches, a myriad of waterways and lots of cute cafes.

Movie enthusiasts gather round! We’ve got your monthly round up of all the best  movies coming your way, and March is really shaping up to be great. There’s a bit of everything for everyone, from nightmare inducing horrors to Russian spy thrillers, to romcoms that will having you gushing over your date. 

We're simple people, we see free wings and we text all our friends, slip into something a little less figure-hugging, and eat ourselves into a food coma. Because, what else were you planning on doing this weekend?!

So there’s this thing happening on Sunday 4 March at the Brisbane Wheel. There’s no real way to describe it so we’re just going to come straight out: hundreds of people are heading to Fed Square to gather and say ‘Wow!’ like Owen Wilson. That’s it. That’s exactly what’s happening.

Last year Morning After brought the wee beauties to the sunny hills of Brisbane and we still haven’t stopped frothing over them. Now Brisbane’s getting a second hook up for the famed Butterbings at the Emporium Barber, so you can have your pursuit of manliness with a little snacky on the side.

Let’s be real, it’s never not a perfect time to sink a tinny. But with all the glorious taphouses in our sun-soaked city, we’re hardly going to settle for a subpar brew, hence we’ve rounded up the best breweries in Brisbane for the ultimate crawl.

Usually in the middle of the day in Melbourne it’s just your standard traffic gridlock that will ruin your trip to wherever you’re going, but today, there’s something a little different causing some issues in the CBD.

New Zealand’s North Island is like one big playground, filled with places to swim, things to eat, mountains to climb, and adventures to be had. Here’s 10 fabulous things to do in the North Island.

Want to hear some really, really great news? Brisbane’s first ever cheese and champagne festival is returning for a second year; bigger, bolder, and more jam-packed with cheese than ever! Hello, Portside Wharf Cheese & Champagne festival. Oh, how we’ve missed you!

This entire season is a fiasco. We're obsessed.

Well going by the enourmous bloom this week, we’re guessing most of the world’s sunflowers come from the The Sunflower Route (as locals have lovingly dubbed) aka Route 11—the main highway between the towns of Warwick and Allora, in the Southern Downs, SEQ

Answer these 5 questions to find out your perfect Married at First Sight match.

Bali’s new 700 square metre beachside bar is perfect for your next vacay.

Guys, we’ve got news that will just make your day. You’d be lying if you said that the children’s classic – Charlie and the Chocolate Factory didn’t have you dreaming about visiting the magical land of sweets and happiness, well those dreams can actually come true now!

Your favourite emoji (aka the window into your soul), can tell us a heck of a lot about you. In fact, these teeny tiny graphics are all you need to decide your next adventure. 

There’s been more drama in a dozen episodes than the last 150 years of Home & Away and Harry’s Practice combined.

 The. Perfect. Nude. 

We’re massive advocates for adopting a new friend from the local shelter, and this weekend the RSPCA are running an adoption drive where you can take home a dog, cat, bird—or any other animal for that matter—for just $29.

So there’s this thing happening on the 26 of Feb. There’s no real way to describe it so we’re just going to come straight out: thousands of people are heading to Fed Square to gather and say ‘Wow!’ like Owen Wilson. That’s it. That’s exactly what’s happening.

Mums of Brisbane, we hear you. We love our great city but let's say it has some unique quirks when it comes to #mumlife. But hey, there are a few gems that get us through, and one that has us singing its praises is the new Genius child-minding service at Westfield Chermside. Not your usual daycare, Genius can be casual or permanent and oh, did we mention it’s run by actual geniuses?

Anyone who’s made motorway pilgrimage from Brisbane to Byron Bay knows that one of the main reasons we tolerate the monotonous 2.5hr drive (other than for the majesty of Byron itself, of course—seriously, if they could bottle that up…) is to stuff our faces at the very, very famous Three Blue Ducks at The Farm.

Once upon a time, the best alcoholic dessert you could get was tiramisu (not complaining) and maybe plum pudding at Christmas time. But the world is a different, ever-changing place, and the world of food even more so (at least, we like to think so). Recently, we came across Bailey’s cheesecake, which is downright delicious. But this discovery might well and truly take the proverbial cake when it comes to combining two of life’s sweetest pleasures into one oozy, boozy, drinkable dessert. 

We’re all chomping at the bit for another week of throwing our havvys at the telly and mouthing Dean on Instagram.

So far, 2018 has been our best year yet with new and exciting openings popping up left, right and centre in Brisbane, but the announcement of the Sunshine Coast's first EVER rooftop bar has got us fantasising about our next trip to the coast—and making plans for a long weekend, asap! 

If there’s something we can all agree on, it’s that three of life’s greatest gifts are gin, shopping and high tea. So, what better way to celebrate this iconic trifecta than Indooroopilly Shopping Centre’s G&Tea party!

Everyone knows the only reason we sweat through the summer months is for these days right now. You know, when the weather finally reaches that sweet balance of long, balmy afternoons that turn into crisp (not muggy) nights. If you still don’t know what we mean, we’re talking about when the humidity finally lets up and you’re no longer getting eaten alive by mozzies, because ain’t nobody got time for that. 

Welcome to Season 5 of Help, I’ve Been Paired With Someone Because We Have The Same Eye Colour & He Doesn’t Know How To Wash His Own Clothes, Get Me Out Of Here.

Just when we thought we had heard it all, a little birdie told us that a sausage festival is happening right now.

Whether you’ve spent the week basking under the stars with your SO, or seeing them from a couple (hundred) bevs on a ha-uge night out with the gang, we’re translating what they’ve got in store for you this time ‘round. 

Ahh, money. It’s elusive, yet ever-present, hated but loved. We can’t live with it, can’t live without it. And we all know that feeling—that pit in the stomach—when you’re thinking about your financial situation, whether you’re stuck in dire straits or trying to save but feel like you’re getting nowhere.

Indoor greenery has always been cool, but it’s having a serious moment right now. If you love plants as much as we do but aren’t really into the whole high maintenance thing, it’s probs time you learnt about terrariums. 

If you want to be seen from space, here’s every glitter item you need for festivals this summer to help you shine head to toe.

There’s a new trend in shades getting around town.

Yes, we’re blessed. We know it, you know it, the whole of Instagram knows it. Brisbane is spoilt for choice when it comes to exploring new beach towns, but there’s something about visiting other beaches and their prospective beach towns that makes us feel like we’re light years away from the monotony of routine.  

We all know how much a doggo loves a job, but have you ever wondered what our other fave four-legged critters get up to in their day jobs?

Wine Machine is a time-travelling music fest and it’s the first time this FOMO-inducing event will be coming within cork popping distance of the Gold Coast!

Bet you can’t scroll through your Insta feed without seeing a perfectly styled apartment featuring a giant Monstera, Pilea or Fiddle Leaf Fig (so 2014). Our thumbs get greener every year and 2018 is set to see trends move on from your average garden variety greenery. Here’s what we’re digging...

RIP our wallets.

God bless the BrisAsia Festival. Every year it brings us a well-needed dose of culture via its many splendid and varied events throughout Brisbane. One event that getting us particularly excited this year is the rooftop party and alfresco screening of Studio Ghibli’s The Tale of Princess Kaguya—and not just because we’re hardcore fans of moon babies found in bamboo shoots.

Bring on the tears, the love square and even a proposal.

​Brace yourself, nature nerds. You know that recurring dream where you and David Attenborough become friends and have adventures like The Wild Thornberrys? It’s about to come true...

Opulent desserts are the indulgent peaks of life, and one café in Japan, Hakuichi, is taking this truth to its lavish extreme with gold-leaf coated soft serve. 

Attention, Brisbane party revellers; The Great Brewvegas Pool Party is back for 2018! Part of the annual Brisbane beer festival that is Brewvegas (now in it's 5th year!), their famous pool party officially kicks off the festivities—and trust us when we say you’ll kick yourself if you miss out.

The beauty and brains behind the subterranean funk at Brooklyn Standard are slowly taking over the rest of Eagle Lane with their latest venture, Fat Angel Sports Bar & Grill. Where Brooklyn deals in funk and blues, their above-ground counterpart will instead be blasting live sport direct from the US, midday to midnight from Monday to Saturday.

This Valentine’s Day is definitely one day you’ll actually want to catch the train. As part of Penguin Random House’s philanthropic mission to get us all reading more, they’re footing the bill for your reading material and distributing bundles of narrative pleasure all along our rail routes this Valentine’s Day. Sure beats flowers and a box of Favourites.

Iceland is one of those places you’ve seen on your ‘gram but have never actually ventured to (yet). 

Barnaby better get on to reserving that insta handle, like, now.

Lucky Brisbane is always marvellously clement on 14 February, so this year we’re making the most of it. In a brilliant move by the Vintage Picnic Company, they’re hosting a pop-up picnic beneath the stars for you and ya boo this V Day.

Anyone who grew up in Australia knows it was a unique and totally awesome experience. So when Drumstick presented us with the opportunity to relive our favourite past-times in this sunburned country of ours, we jumped at the chance—with one of their brand new Jatz Sweet & Salty Cracker ice creams in hand, obviously.

We’ve all heard of New Year’s resolutions and to be honest, we’ve probably all failed them at some point in our lives because well, often they can be a little on the unrealistic side. It’s time to ditch the resolutions and make a commitment to developing a few, easy habits in 2018 that can improve your life but are so simple to incorporate, you’re bound to succeed!

He’s only freaking hilarious.

Get ready to reset everything you thought you knew about The Arts Centre Gold Coast, because it’s scored a seriously impressive facelift.

​Pinch us, because we might be dreaming. Bill Freaking Murray, AKA the greatest legend ever to grace God’s green earth, has just announced he’ll be touring Australia this November.

Hey guys, this just in: following the Last Quarter Moon, the stars are pointing to a serious crisis of consciousness. Ga-reat. With V-Day just around the corner, the cosmos are plotting some total eclipses (of the heart). Wanna know what else is in store? We’ve got a few ideas...

So how do you invest in Bitcoin?

This is your only chance to see The Lady and the Unicorn in Australia!

If you’re all about living the high life, Marrakech is the place for you.

Luxe doesn’t even begin to describe this one.

Valentine’s is a tricky “holiday” to navigate. On the one hand, it’s lame and created by evil corporate bigwigs trying to manipulate us and prey on our insecurities. But, on the other hand… it’s fun to get presents, so sue us.

Happy year of the dog, Brisbane! Chinese new year 2018 is finally upon us, so naturally we're gearing up for city-wide festivities and all the over-eating about to go down. From traditional celebrations in Chinatown, to 'zen-ing' out temple-style, race days and a full arvo dedicated to the humble dumpling, Chinese new year in Brisbane is about to go off.

Brought to you by Secret Foodies, this rooftop party is gearing up to go off. 

Purveyors of soaps, bath bombs, and that sleepy-time lotion that became a viral sensation, Lush are in the business of pretty things that smell nice. In keeping with that mission statement, Lush are also master perfumers and have just released a slew of new fragrances. 

It’s February already and we all know what that means: summer is almost over. 

Well, southerners, the wait is officially over. Cornerstone Stores opens this weekend and, by gosh, she’s a thing of absolute beauty! 

The Gold Coast is literally weeks away from welcoming an upmarket, cruelty-free, vegan marketplace—the first of its kind in Australia no less!—and we’re seriously bursting with anticipation. 

Architects of Air are known for their mazes, or luminaria, which are essentially inflatable sculptures, built with tunnels and passages that visitors can explore, that feature light and sound effects. One first time visitor even described the structure as ‘somewhere between a womb and a cathedral’; so naturally our curiosity hit a fever pitch.

Can we all just agree that internal food ordering battles are the absolute worst? You know the ones; the dreaded consideration between pizza OR pasta when you know that you really want both but you realistically only have room for one. It's one of life's true cruelties.

What’s better than cheese paired with wine? Nothing (obviously)—unless someone delivers it straight to your door, saving you the supermarket dash. Oh, and on the same day, too! Bloody genius.

We’re getting what we want, what we really really want.

Oh how we love sleep. We would even go so far as to say there is literally nothing better than a great night’s sleep and nothing quite as terrible as a shitty night’s sleep. Waking up feeling refreshed and well rested is the absolute best way to start the day. Try adding these eight super simple sleep hacks into your bedtime routine and prepare to slay the day!

It’s no secret (or surprise) that breweries are having a real moment in Brisbane right now, so it makes sense that our bright capital would become the site of BrewDog Brewery’s Australian headquarters. The fact that Queensland is home to Clive Palmer and his ‘grog dog’ memes probably helped too. 

As if we actually needed another excuse to spend a long weekend in Byron Bay, here’s another to add to the list; the iconic hotel, The Byron at Byron has undergone an impressive facelift—and, trust us, you’re going to want to check in.

Sometimes it can be hard to transform three litres of Coolabah Crisp Dry White into something that doesn’t taste like it could remove stubborn mould from bathroom grout. Unfortunately, if you’ve spent all your money on Falls tickets and parking fines like the rest of us, then you don’t really have a choice when it comes to wetting your whistle. You can, however, choose to make it taste less like bathroom cleaner.

Gin and tonic: the drink of bright, balmy days and pink-coloured nights.

Playing off our innate impulse to sing along with club anthems, Pub Choir kits us with the tools to make something truly great, teaching a whole song in three-part harmony to a crowd of up to 500 people in just 90 minutes; no experience or aptitude required. The premise is so deliciously pure it’s a wonder no one thought of it sooner. 

Would we really make this up?

If the previously glistening sheen of a new year has begun to tarnish and you’re searching for something to direct all of those party vibes towards, then get this event in the diary because oh boy it’s going to be a biggun’.

​We’re currently knee deep in awards seasons, but while everyone’s going mental for the latest film to hit the big screen, there’s plenty to watch on the small screen from the comfort of your couch as well. And the best part is, nobody is judging your snack choices at home.

Juuuuust long enough.

Fondly remembered as the saccharine highlight of last year, Brisbane’s inaugural Ice Cream Festival brought together purveyors of the finest gelati, popsicles, sundaes and cones under one convenient roof for one glorious day.

As Ghandi once said, Friday knockoffs are the window to the soul. It’s the perfect opportunity to size up a potential date or m8, because you can tell a lot about a person from what bev they choose to wrap their lips around in the warmer months. Something flat? Something bubbly? Something brewed? Something aged? Are they living at home? Do they have a successful career? Would they be comfortable sharing a bowl of beer battered chips? Have they done a murder? We can answer all of these important questions and more.

 On a secret beach, no less. 

You may be feeling moody, romantic, energetic or all of the above. Here’s what your horoscope has in store for you this week.

The video. Watch. The Video.

ICYMI, Sofitel Girls’ Day Out is the pinnacle of the not-so-humble girls’ day out. Why? Because there will be handsome AF waiters on hand, a boat load of champagne, and a portion of the proceeds go to straight to Cherish Women’s Cancer Foundation. (That’s a Brissie-based cancer research gynaecological charity)

We’re all about following relatable, positive and uplifting sources of fitness and healthy living.

Coriander haters are a privileged bunch.

We’re still trying to work out how it’s 2018, but, it is. And with a new year comes the chance to start afresh and finally fix your place up so that you’re not mega embarrassed when your friends and family come over.

Summer is almost on the out so it's time to get cracking, Brisbanites. If you've found yourself in an extended Netflix binge we're here to tell you to get off the couch, bust out the towels, and get around town with some proper urban exploration before the sunshine desists.

Here we go, guys. The Urban List Culture Edit, otherwise known as Thinga That Make You Go Hmmm. Art openings, exhibitions, cutting-edge theatre from around the world—if it’s creative and awesome, we’ll be covering it here. Take notes if you want to be super obnoxious at your next dinner party.

In case some of life’s key milestones (read: completely unimportant but nevertheless celebrated in dramatic fashion) have a habit of passing you by, we’re here to remind you that World Nutella Day is just around the corner. (Literally, it’s next Monday people!)

Everybody sit down for this crucial update in burger-related news, because local demiburges at Ben’s Burgers have gifted us with their own iteration of the most famous burger ever created; the Big Mac. No, we are not worthy. 

Much like The Incredibles 2, the latest from Chocolate Komberry Co. (better known as the real MVPs) is a treat for adults disguised as a childish fancy. It’s called the Teddy Bear Picnic Cone, and after finishing one you will feel as stuffed as its namesake.  

Valentine’s Day. It may only be a two-word phrase but it is one of the most dreaded in the English language (I know, dramatic much?). But, gals, what we’ve learnt is that you don’t need a man to have a loved up V-Day. Sometimes the person who is going to appreciate you the most is your main gal who’s been there for your through it all #RealTalk. Our pals over at Emma & Roe totally understand the power of your female BFFs so we’ve teamed up together to bring you the ultimate Galentine’s Day guide for all the besties that have been by your side, no matter what. 

Valentine’s Day is a rough time for everyone. Let’s put it this way: we’re more Ralph Wiggum’s heartbroken self and less Kim Kardashian with her wall of flowers. Because some people have a few more problems than being salty at their desk on February 14 as their co-workers get very, very large bunches of flowers delivered, we thought we’d compile a list of 12 deliciously game-changing Valenentine’s Day date spots with a difference.

As our fair-weather city continues its ongoing cultural transformation, we’re faced with a seemingly unending laundry list of places to visit. Everywhere you look there are new developments, restaurants and bars popping up in every pocket of the city—and we’re excited!

Confession: we’re still not over the fact that Game of Thrones will not be returning to our screens in 2018 (you cried too, right?). While others have been filling the void with the Graces and Frankies of the world, others—read: me—have been hanging out in sketchy GoT internet group chats and scouring Facebook pages (if none of you are following Game Of Laughs I suggest you do so, pronto) waiting, sort of patiently, for a teaser to drop. Something. Anything.

We hate to break it to you, but it’s almost half way through the year already, and we don’t know about you, but we’re seriously behind on our travel goals for 2018. That’s why we’ve put together this list of under the radar (yet epic) destinations you need to tick off before the year is out.

Tonight's the night, Brisbane. The lunar event that only happens once every 150+ years is upon us—and that means turning off Netflix and getting the heck outside to witness with your eyeballs. If by some small chance you have no idea what we're talking about, we're here to bring you up to speed: enter, the super blue blood moon. So infrequent, it's likely the last of your relatives to witness this sky-gasm was your great grandparents. Now that's pretty impressive.

They say truth is stranger than fiction, but those people probably never watched Harry Potter And The Philosopher’s Stone. Nonetheless, there are a stack of excellent docos around right now. Maybe it’s the whole true crime trend, or the fact the world is slowly melting, but people seem to care more about real stuff now. That’ probably a good thing.   

Summer is traditionally all about spilling melted Zooper Doopers on Mum’s good couch cushions, reconnecting with old friends (who have pools) and buying fresh fruit from the supermarket and never eating it. But it’s also about second degree sunburn, steering wheels that melt the flesh off your hands and 47-degree days that make you want to die. And sometimes we just can’t rely on our basic survival instincts to get through these dark days.

What’s better than quality nosh and fabulous brews? When it’s free, duh!

Released into the commercial domain in 1965, Nutella is the undisputed pride of Europe. More delicious than gold, and only half as valuable, when the Nutella supply is threatened people hardcore forget themselves. When French supermarket chain Intermarché recently broke French law by putting a 70% discount on the little brown tubs of joy, shoppers literally rioted for the scorching hot deal. And who could forge the Great Hazelnut Shortage that plagued us early last year?

The Gaarden pop-up will also be hosting two super-cute green thumb-based workshops for some garden goodness of a different kind!

It’s that time of the month again: new films are on the way for your viewing pleasure! There’s romance, adventure, horror, comedy and tragedy heading soon to a theatre near you.

North Stradbroke Island is pretty much the closest thing Brisbane has to a tropical island escape—if you've never been can you even call yourself a local? Located just three hours from the CBD, you’re not living the Queenslander life right unless you’ve wiggled your toes in Straddie’s golden sands or swam in the warm turquiose waters at least once. 

We're totally here for the whole ‘new year, new menu’ attitude of Brisbane's best cafes, but don’t you dare settle for a sub-standard start to your day. Launch yourself headlong into post-dawn endeavours with a turbo thrust that could upset Mercury’s orbit. You may be thinking, ‘whoa now, that’s a lotta power in a plate of eggs’, but after the socio-political hellstorm of 2017 let’s not take any chances.  

Will it be money? Love? Will you score an UberEATS discount code? We've got all the big answers this week, guys.  

Great news Brissy, the city’s set to sweat through the high thirties this week—and there you thought for a second that summer had peaked. Yeah,

If there’s one thing we love more than food, it’s shopping. That’s why we let out a collective squeal when we heard the High Tea Party was rolling into town! Just what is The High Tea Party? Glad you asked. It’s an uber exclusive event popping up at the Hilton over two very, very glamourous days.  So if manicures and champagne sounds like a perfect day out to you, then you’re going to want to stop what you’re doing and grab your tickets right here.

Warning: we're competitive people.

As we wave goodbye to another year in television, we look ahead to 2018 and all the Sundays we’ll spend in bed on Netflix, eating packets of Clinkers with the curtains drawn. Some of the most notable revivals of 2017 were Will & Grace, Prison Break, Twin Peaks and That’s So Raven (look it up, that shit happened), and in 2018 we welcome some even juicier revivals on our screens.

The capital of Chile boasts some of the best food, wine and art you’ll come across. So pack your bags for 48 hours in Santiago.

Even though us reading enthusiasts will often agree how good the movie was whilst secretly agreeing with ourselves that the book was better, we could not be excited.

We all know the fashion world goes crazy for that quintessential French girl look.

Wellness is cool didn’t you know?

We know you guys love a cheeky tipple.

We know you would (shamelessly) risk arm and limb #fortheInsta. Like seriously, our social followers depend on it. *Hair flip*.

One word; Glossier. The beauty world is abuzz with the latest product release from this cult beauty brand right now (I can’t tell you how many times I’ve dove down the beauty IG story hole and ended up on Glossier’s webby, filling up the shopping bag). RIP savings—sigh.

Mark the calendar, folks; Just Earth is gearing up for part two of their Summer Twilight Dinners—and this time it's with a SEQ twist!

Gracious hosts, Death Valley Bar and Southside Tea Room, are having themselves a wing competition. Just a nice, ordinary wing-eating competition with absolutely no complications. Oh, except for the fact that these wings are drenched in the house-made Hot AF wing sauce made with CAROLINA REAPERS. 

Australia might be best known as the land of diverse natural beauty and the most relaxed populace south of the equator, but that doesn’t mean we don’t know how to let loose in our spare time. 

Well, your fast food options in Queensland are about to get a whole lot more complicated. After their launch in Ipswich last week, Carl’s Jr. has announced that they have plans to open 20 restaurant in Queensland in 2018!

This weekend has events focused on gin, rum, beer, and Pimms. Translation: This weekend is heaven.

Qween Kimmy K is all about us regular folk living our best lives, guys. She cares about us in profound ways and knows we get our rocks off via big new celebrity product launches and personalised emojis (Kimmy, you know us too well babes). Because she also likes to break the internet on the regs like it ‘aint no thing, she’s gone and launched a brand-new fragrance—just in time for V-Day. Naaw.

For the win(nies)—too far?

Ever wake up in the morning and think you've not been eating enough carbs in lockdown?

The interweb’s been buzzing as the stars align this week to bring us a very special series of moon-related cosmic treats. In fact, there are three very rare and important things you need to know about the full moon on January 31:

Joining sister venues Sichuan Bang Bang and Pizzeria Violetta on Wongabel Street, Stavros the Greek is poised to seduce the suburb into full-belly bliss. Theirs is a microcosmic glimpse into the pleasures of Aegean living, where languid dining is prized and garlic is its own food group.

Since first hitting the mean streets of Nundah in 2015, Fitz + Potts became the favoured roost of locals on the lookout for a bevvie and a bask in the sunshine. Where once Northsiders had to actually commute to a Sunday sesh, this bar brought the cheer to the suburbs, becoming everyone’s second home. But it seems that the idyll is about to be interrupted as Fitz + Potts find themselves right in the middle of a patch of prime real estate poised to become the site of a new development. 

You need someone to pull you out of your slump, and who better to join you on the rack then your partner?

*Buys tickets immediately*

Buckle up for the next season of The Bachelor.

Look, if we’ve said it once, we’ve said it a thousand times: we really want to try our hand (and actually be good) at DIY. Not in the "Dad going to Bunnings on a Sunday morning to make a bird bath" kind of way, but more the "having your friends over for dinner and humble bragging about all the Pinterest-worthy stuff you’ve made with your own two hands" way. Geddit? Good.

Everyone needs a holiday—fact. If you’re anything like us, you’ve got countless Instagram and Facebook posts saved in preparation for when you decide to take the plunge and finally use your annual leave. And, if you’re even more like us most of these dream destinations are probably a $50 million flight away. Okay, they’re probably not that much, but, point being the searching is probably all in vain because we’ve got a seriously #goals destination that’s reeaalll close and is a serious stunner.

Let’s hear it for Auckland—she’s the food and wine haven that has been whetting our appetite for years with local and international culinary delights.

Get ready to ‘zig-a-zig-ah’, people. Moonlight Cinemas has just announced possibly the greatest sing-a-long of all time.

The stars must be over their grudge from last week and are offering up a ton of opportunities to us peasants. Here's what's in store for you this week. 

The new GoPro Fusion 360 Camera guarantees epic likes for your ‘gram.

Put down that damn Jodi Picoult novel because we’ve dug up the best Aussie true crime books on the market just in time for Christmas, and Jodi’s latest heartbreaking courtroom drama is going to have to wait. Hours of bookshop research have told us that Australia is home to some pretty insane, real-life murder mysteries, and paired with a hot cup of tea and a few choccie bikkies, they make for a delicious night in this festive season.

Industrial-style microbrewery Aether Brewing’s mission is to break the mould of your standard brewpub.

We all know the fashion world goes crazy for that quintessential French girl look.

Boston might just be one of the prettiest cities we’ve ever set foot in. The leafy green streets of this US town are the perfect place to wind down after a hectic few days in New York City.

If you dig on both plant-based dining and eating out, then the name Alejandro Cancino should be ringing some bells. A local expert on plant-based cooking, Cancino is best known as the chef of Urban Group and the curator behind Urbane’s celebrated vegan degustation, and now he’s bringing his expertise to frolic in the verdant paddocks of West End’s latest vegan café, Grown.

Can we get a moment of appreciation for the amazing, bangin’, angels in our life?! We’re talking about your #GirlGang, #Squad, #Honeys, or whatever else your group chat is nicknamed. AKA our bestest friends. Because it’s summer, and because we think it’s high time we started living our best lives (hello, 2018!) we’ve rounded up a list of 25 things to tick off with your girls. Why? Because what’s better than girl time?*

It’s the home décor trend that is showing no signs of slowing down, but is your #crazyplantlady obsession putting your most loved furry friends at risk? Whilst indoor plants are a plus for air purification, raising the energetic vibes of your home and interior style cred, many can be toxic for four footed family members. To avoid an emergency visit to the vet, read on and get your green thumb ready with our list of the indoor plants that won’t harm your pets…

As part of a government rail initiative, the North Coast Connect Project aims to enable express trips between Brisbane and the far-off lands of the Sunshine Coast, and they’re predicting that a mere 45 minutes is all that could stand between grim city pavements and soft white sands. 45 minutes! That’s barely the length of that Mad Men episode where Don gets drunk and reveals a dark facet of his past!

Unlimited butter beer.

Since opening in Albion last year, Camp has raised the standard for breakfasting the city over. With their specialty coffee, schmick décor, and delicious breakfasts, Camp steadily rose higher and higher on our weekend rotation as a proud testament to their team of passionate industry pros. What sets Camp apart, though, is their eponymous fireside culture, making it the perfect place to catch up with mates and feel totally and completely at home.

We gin lovers are a dedicated bunch.

Everyone set to compete (we mean, look for love) this season. 

Look, if there’s one thing we totally get, it’s that sometimes you just feel lazy AF. You know what we mean, when pausing Netflix for snack breaks is your biggest challenge. THAT kind of lazy. But sometimes you just need a helping hand to make life just that bit easier.

Hoorah! Essential Oils are fast becoming more popular than Kylie Jenner’s lips. We've broken down everythang you'll ever need to NOES about them.  

Yes, the second most highly anticipated child of the year has been born, and once again the internet is on fire. Earlier this morning, Kim herself posted a message on her website following her daughter’s birth. As expected, most of the tantalising details are being withheld, but here’s what we know about the latest member of America’s royal family. 

Holy calamity, it’s Gin Sanity, coming to use for one glorious Saturday afternoon this Februaruy for a rollicking celebration of the refreshing taste of juniper. Hosted by The APO and Laruche, this will be Brisbane’s first ever gin festival thumping out the back in Bakery Lane.  

Ever tucked into a meaty cheeseburger and thought, ‘This thing could use more yeast’? Well Neil Perry and the crew from Vegemite are here to answer your prayers. They’ve just collab’d to produce Australia’s first ever Vegemite burger.

After spending Christmas waxing lyrical about “new year new me” while stuffing our faces with Lindt ball after Lindt ball, January offered a whole of promise. But, much like our brand new active wear (purchased for the promised “new me”), our aspirations of having a killer rig by “this time next year” are already taking a hit.

Paddock Bakery is at it AGAIN folks, answering all your dessert dreams with this genius Aussie-as mash-up.

Starting your day with a G&T used to be the sign of a troubled drama queen living beyond her means, but now it means exactly the same thing except after she’s run out of ice cubes. London's famed Fortnum & Mason, a spendthrift’s haven of tchotchkes, picnic baskets and artisanal chocolates, have released their own range of gin and tonic teabags for the man or woman who has (quite literally) everything.

Put that Swiss Alps Contiki Tour brochure down because you’re about to get schooled in the art of luxury long weekend vacationing that won’t cost you an arm, a leg and a week of annual leave. We’re not talking about some bespoke mountain-top village on the border of Widgiemooltha, we’re talking about the entire freaking state of Tasmania, because why limit yourself to a small town when you can have the whole damn island.

Need a good night’s sleep in 2018? Read this first.

Now, we cover a lot of new openings—it’s our job to sniff out the new places—but not all newbies are created equal. The Farm At Byron Bay; home to the incredible Three Blue Ducks restaurant, Bread Social, and Flowers At The Farm, is easily one of the most stunning spots in the country.

If you’re anything like us you’ve no doubt worked your way through every true crime podcast there is by now, and you’re on an endless search to fill the void left by Serial, Shit Town, and Dirty John.

Start wiping those tears with your Woolies receipts, this is how the other half travel.

Gone are the days when your stock standard bento box was what you craved on the weekend, those need to step aside for the moment because local baker extraordinaire Proof Is In The Pudding has just released a brownie batter version and we need it in our face ASAP.

Under his eye season two of the The Handmaid’s Tale is coming.

Whether you choose to believe it or not, the stars are mad. Real mad. They’ve taken a leaf out of your lazy book and decided to play dirty this week. While the bad news rolls in, you should start praying.

Let's make this spin around the sun the most insightful yet. 

Start saving those New Year’s pennies, because we just found your next romantic getaway. It’s called Remarkable Lodge—an uber luxe, cutting-edge $20m retreat being built on the Tasman Peninsula, near Port Arthur.

If Mexico is high on your bucket list, then Tulum should be a non-negotiable stop on your Mexican meanderings.

Australian cities have copped their fair share of big ol’ storms in the past couple of months, from the dumping of rain in Victoria in late November, to the superstorm that Sydney didn’t actually cop this week—weather just keeps getting crazier and crazier.

Deeeeeep breaths team.

Crack open your diary and make room for one of these epic trips in 2018

​Occasionally, even the most sophisticated, matured, ripe beings among us require a break from literature, fine red wine and electrifying rounds of chess.

Welcome to 2018. We bet you're wondering why the hell you're sitting at your desk right now, as your other (some might say, smarter) colleagues took an extra week to lounge around eating the last of the leftovers, or to swan off overseas to top up their tan. We feel you. The real world has rolled back around—and it feels remarkably like work in 2017...

While we struggle through this complete lull in reality TV, we’ve been buoyed by the news today that there’s about to be a tell-all Bachelor book hit the market—and it’s been penned by the most recent Bachelor villain.

For three days only this culinary innovator is making ooey, gooey doughnuts stuffed with Tim Tams, and we’re already in lurve.

We see bright lights in your future.

And it wasn’t Bunnings.

Constantly being pulled apart deciding between spaghetti and dessert? Languish no more now that Doughnut Bar has done us a solid and brought their slammin’ chocolate noodles whistling back into vogue. 

Put down the green juice team.

Enough is enough. Our house deposits have been sucked down the gurgler for too many years, so it’s time to step up and take control of the brekkie market or be forced to kiss your future walk-in wardrobe goodbye. We’ve spent some perilous evenings over the last few weeks taste testing numerous hollandaise sauces and poached egg to bring you the crème de la crème of eggs benny recipes.

Repeat after me; ‘a floof is for life, not just for the Insta feed’. If your social devotion to all things four-legged has got you thinking about adding to your furry family, then this weekend’s a good place to turn those dreams into a reality.