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Meet New Caledonia, a tropical playground for adventure seekers and wanderlusters.

In December we announced that a new street art festival would be hitting Melbourne in 2020, and now, just over a month later we’ve got our hands on the epic line-up that Can’t Do Tomorrow will be bringing to The Facility in Kensington.

Find out all the best spots to celebrate Australia Day this weekend.

Who says high tea is only for the afternoon? Not Miss Jones, that’s for sure—their new high brunch menu will have you starting on the bubbles and scones at 10am every weekend. 

The epic new musical festival announcements just keep coming, with the news of Greener Pastures hitting the Gold Coast in 2020. 

Whether you’re hitting up date night or ordering in for a night of Netflix and chill, we’ve scoped out Brisbane’s best Thai restaurants that serve up enough variety and flavor to suit all the moods.

Home to some of the world’s best beaches, renowned restaurants, a plethora of picturesque watering holes and ‘Gram-worthy accommodation, it’s no wonder the Gold Coast has become a revered destination all over the world.

Yep, you read that right. One of our favourite gelaterias has created a bacon and egg infused gelato set to be scooped up on Australia Day.

Don’t end up on the elliptical for the fourth time this week, get calories burning and abs firming with our roundup of Brisbane’s best group fitness classes you’ll actually enjoy.

Always wanted to learn to drift, or just pelt around a race track at full throttle without actually risking your car? At VR Motorsports, you can.

Get excited vegans and vegetariants, because Australia’s coolest vegan fast food joint has landed in Brisbane. 

We are hopping up and down at the news of St Lucia Golf Link’s brand new mini golf course.

Tucked away behind a nondescript row of shop fronts in Woolloongabba is Cenote Casa Bathhouse, a gorgeous new outdoor spa and bathhouse.

Half price food is always better.

To help out those affected by the bushfires, including our native animals, we’ve compiled a list of charities and organisations you can donate to.

Eden, Bondi’s newest plant-based restaurant, is helping you level up your vegan dinner date with their exclusive beach-inspired, decadent dessert.

Get the true Brisbane experience by eating your way through our pick of the city's best dining intstitutions.

Newly changed sheets; a full tank of gas; brand-new socks. All glorious, but none of them bring those fresh AF feels quite like looking in the mirror and seeing a set of Insta-white teeth gleaming back at you. 

Sometimes, you don’t need to splash out on an expensive flight for a little much needed R&R. If the Gold Coast is good enough for the millions of tourists who visit every year, it’s good enough for us, so we’ve planned out the ultimate weekend of luxury for you to take.

From fancy gin creations to the classic numbers, these boozy bevvies are the cocktails you will want to be sipping on in Brisbane this summer. 

Specialising in perfectly-cooked steaks, fresh seafood and smooth martinis, SK Steak and Oyster is all about a few of our favourite indulgences in life.

Hosted at every one of El Camino Cantina’s two venues in January will be a three-hour Sunday arvo taco blitz, where you can cop endless tacos for less than $20. 

It includes in-house lightning, wind, fog, scents and rain.

Momo Fest is a Melbourne favourite and it's coming to Brisbane for the first time, so prepare yourselves for a festival that serving up boatloads of tasty Nepalese dumplings. 

Besides the usual fallbacks of beach trips and sundowners, Brisbane is in for a tonne of fun stuff this summer—perfect for getting romantic with your squeeze. 

Mince pies have officially hit supermarket shelves everywhere—ready or not, the festive season is officially here. 

Here’s all the festive treats that you should eat your way through at Brisbane bakeries, cafes and chocolate shops this silly season. 

Ignoring the Michelin snub, a few of these chefs have made their way to Brisbane, and after cooking up a storm in international kitchens, some even earning their past restaurants Michelin stars, now dish up world-class feeds right here in the river city. Here’s where you’ll find them. 

Melbourne is home to some of the finest street art produced in Australia.

That sweet summer feeling has arrived and we’re here for it all. Everything from balmy evening walks, living in swimwear, sporting an epic tan and, of course, delicious summer drinking. 

No need to book a trip to Bali this summer—come January, you’ll find peak Seminyak beach club vibes right here in Brisbane, thanks to X Cargo’s newest addition. 

Sporting fanatics, prepare yourselves because this year’s event, which is from the 3–12 of January, is coming in strong with epic matches that are sure to keep you on the edge of your seat, and a selection of delicious food and drink stalls at the ready. 

From vitamin C to shea butter, we’ve got you covered, and hydrated, all season long. 

Up until now, darts was a game played at the back of dingy pubs, using rusty darts to hit a precariously hung board—but no longer. 

Brisbane’s north side might be the last place you’d expect to find Mediterranean summer vibes, but that’s just what awaits you at Everton Park’s newest arrival, Tetto. 

This is big foodie news for north Brisbane. After hyping the launch of Everton Plaza’s new dining laneway, Park Lane, last year, we’re happy to say the doors are officially open.

It’s been another massive year, and no doubt you’ve had your fill of the best food that Brisbane has to offer. And given it’s the new decade, why not continue that trend?

There’s no denying Aussies are downright obsessed with Scandi culture—and rightly so. 

It’s the end of an era—iconic fine-dining restaurant Urbane and its sister venues The Euro and The Laneway Bar are closing their doors at the end of the month.

Brisbane is not short of free events that are sure to keep your social life AND your bank account happy.

We all know there’s no greater dampener on your workday than realising you have a less than desirable feed awaiting you on your lunch break. That ain’t no way to live, so that’s why we’ve teamed up with the legendary Nando’s to serve up five easy ways you can take your work lunch from zero to hero. 

On Saturday 18 January, hundreds of good doggos, cats, puppies and kittens will be taking over the Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre for RSPCA Queensland’s sixth annual pop-up adoption drive. 

With summer just around the corner, we thought it was about time we topped up our arsenal of cocktail recipes. Whether it’s an impromptu pool party, a summer soirée or you’re simply after a refreshing cold beverage on a hot day, you’re sure to be prepared with these mouth-watering recipes, thanks to Maker’s Mark. 

Holey Moley, the cult-like chip-and-putt that’s taken the city by storm is heading for the CBD and we've never been more excited to grab a set of clubs.

Get ready for a 'yas queen' moment. 

Say cheers a new craft gin designed to capture the spirit of Brisbane. Aptly named Brisbane Gin, the spirit incorporates local flavours of the South East Queensland region, to reference all of the things that make Brisbane special.

Going on an overseas holiday is one of life’s most exciting adventures, however, it doesn’t come without its stresses. So, we’ve teamed up with Cathay Pacific to suss out the best tips and tricks to minimising stress and maximising a good time

Red Hill’s once abandoned skate rink has found a new lease on life and opens as a five-screen cinema this weekend. 

One for Alice In Wonderland fans, or just anyone who likes top hats, tea parties and fluffy white rabbits, The Alice Bar is coming to Brisbane.

Brisbane Comedy Festival 2019 is about to hit town, bringing the goods this time around with a slew of Aussie gems coming off sell-out international tours, hit shows, and hilarious podcasts.

If you consider yourself a true wine connoisseur, try your hand at wine-making with City Winery's new membership experience. 

With epic grazing tables, brunch spreads, and bottomless prosecco, ZA ZA TA really knows how to spice up an afternoon. 

Jocelyn’s Provisions is hosting a huge bake sale with the help of some of our best restaurants and leading local chefs to support drought-stricken farmers.

Between all the pavlova, drinks, tinsel, and gifts, we tend to consume to excess—but a sustainable Christmas doesn’t mean it has to be any less magical.

It’s like AirBnB but for pools.

Get around Love Actually in concert and Christmas-themed mini golf.

Australia Day might be weeks away yet, but you can already lock in your plans, because the Sandstone Point Hotel is planning on unrolling a massive 50 metre slip ‘n’ slide to mark the day.

As always, the Falls Festival lineup is bang on point and the perfect way to wave in 2020.

If there’s one thing in life you can always count us in for, it’s a boozy brunch. So, when we heard about the Brown Brother’s brunches being hosted around the country in celebration of their new Limited Edition Prosecco Rose, we knew we wanted in.

Ladies assemble because it’s time to treat yourselves and the women around you with some TLC. 

How much better can Howard Smith Wharves possibly get? Well, with the opening of Yoko Dining this week, it turns out quite a lot. 

Yes, the rumours are true. Australia’s first Cinnabon outlet is coming, and it’s opening in sunny Brisbane.

When Scottish craft beer trailblazer BrewDog announced the arrival of their very first Australian brewery and taproom, we got very excited. 

 The Greek gods over at The Yiros Shop agree and have answered our food prayers with a whopping 2kg snack pack now on the menu.

Whether you’re shopping for yourself or someone else, let this be your guide to a more sustainable Christmas.

We all know that one of life’s toughest tasks is juggling your dwindling annual while fighting the relentless need to escape the daily grind and reset. So lucky for you, we’ve found the perfect balancing act with the help of Townsville Airport, who have shown us a thing or two about the unsuspecting coastal escape that is Townsville.

No need to jump in the car and trek down to Brisbane to get your shopping fix, you can now spend your hard-earned coin right here on the Sunshine Coast.

For all the wannabe plant parents out there, consider this your indoor plant bible.

Same Same is here to become your new destination for flavoursome, Thai feeds, and you may find yourself loving it even more than Longtime.

Here are all the Brisbane events you won’t want to miss this summer.

​We’re long-time fans of Aussie hip hop legend Illy so we’ve been chomping at the bit to hear his new beats. Turns out, the wait was worth with it with singles Then What and newbie Lean On Me tearing up the charts and showing how much the artist has grown in his approach to music. While we’re hanging for his next album (hint: it’s looking like March) and tour, we’re stoked Illy’s hitting the festival circuit hard this summer, bringing his good vibes to regional Australia.

Living in Brisbane, we’re blessed with balmy weather, a thriving food and drink scene and natural splendour right at our fingertips. 

Gone are the days of choosing between your skin or the planet. There’s a slew of standout brands setting the beauty standard by ditching plastic packaging and nasty chemicals in favour of natural alternatives.

We’ve put together an itinerary full of festivals, sporting moments and activities for an action-packed summer. 

For some, summer means pool parties, beach hangs and baring all. For others, it means stuffing your face with ice cold gelato, drinking endless frozen margaritas and basically fitting in as much binging as possible until a January of detoxing and regret. 

Watch a movie in a leather armchair? No thanks, why would we when we could be lounging back in the plush luxury of a daybed?

In the spirit of adventure, we’ve put together this adventurous summer itinerary for you—jam packed with activities for the bold and brave, the culture vultures, the outdoorsy…and everyone in between

We’ve outlined a (balanced) itinerary for your summer featuring plenty of activities to get you feeling tip top—and to make space for all the fruit mince tarts. 

Our beloved summer has finally arrived and with it comes not only longer days, clearer skies and balmier nights but endless possibilities too. 

After months of waiting, it’s finally official: Stone & Wood have rolled up the doors on their very first Brisbane brewery in Fortitude Valley.

Let’s not mince words, it’s pretty warm right now. Blisteringly hot, some might say. Sounds like it might be time to hit Brisbane’s best pools. There’ll be drinks, there’ll be ice cream, and a whole lot of other stuff you can’t stream online.

From hidden speakeasies to secret swimming holes and neon lighthouses, we’re bringing you all the under-the-radar experiences you need to hit up before they flood your feed.

This mysterious venue has been coming for a while, but after seeing it for ourselves we can see why—it’s an absolute stunner, with a drool-worthy menu of flavoursome Cantonese feeds to boot. 

We’re taking a deep dive into the worlds of some of Australia’s coolest creatives.

As we race toward summer and the slew of Christmas party invites roll in, the bank balance can start to get a little low. 

A big chunk of my professional life is spent helping people improve their money wellbeing. And that’s lead me to spend a lot of time thinking about what true wellbeing means. What I’ve found is that true wellbeing has three pillars; your physical health, your mental and emotional wellbeing, and your financial wellbeing. 

It’s that time of the year again, when Coles put the fruit mince pies out a little bit too early, and also when Four Pillars start bringing some early Christmas cheer with the release of their Christmas gin.

That's over 1260 minutes of absolute witchcraft and wizardry.

Terrified of all spiders, big and small? Queensland Museum’s terrifying new exhibition might not be for you then.

We’ve got you covered with the best birthday party spots in Brisbane—all you need to do is blow out the candles.

Brisbane’s newest music festival is here to change that, with limited doggo tickets available for those who want to treat their four-legged friend to some good tunes. 

Featuring 22 obstacles full of foam, water, mud and good times, this fun run will have you getting wet, dirty and hopefully having so much fun that you’ll forget you’re even doing exercise. 

We’ve curated our go-to summer staples for the season, all you need to do is hit ‘add to cart’. 

What happens when a Michelin-starred chef, an award-winning interior designer and the hospitality group behind top notch venues like Pony Dining get together and cook up a restaurant in James Street? Beaux Rumble is what.

 AQUAGOLD Fine Touch is a celeb-approved ‘super facial’ that delivers all the benefits of injectables without the down time, and it’s so quick and easy you can do it in a lunch break. 

We all know it’s important to think ahead when it comes to your money, but there are so many things you need to be across it’s hard to know where to start. I’ve outlined my five top tips to future proof your finances here.

You’ve heard of regular bingo, and maybe even bingo raving, but what about Mexican bingo? Called Loteria, it’s one hell of a good time, and you can do it on the last Thursday of every month at El Camino Cantina.

If you’ve been looking for an excuse to expand your LEGO set collection, this news is about to hit you like a ton of bricks: Alceon Group just named Westfield Chermside as the location of one its first Brisbane LEGO® Certified Store.

For just $20 per person, you’ll get to consume as many nugs as your heart desires, accompanied by five different delicious sauces for dunking

Take some of the pressure off and outsource the particulars of your seasonal knees-up to one of Brisbane’s best party venues. This year, we’ve done the hard yards for you and found 15 venues in Brisbane that don’t suck.

Stumped on what to wear to your next job interview? We asked Deadly Ponies, Song for the Mute, Sans Beast and NIQUE to be your workwear stylists. 

Ramp up your detective cred with this immersive murder mystery experience heading to Brisbane soon. 

It’s once again time for Gerard’s legendary Melbourne Cup Day party, which is back for another year of free-flowing booze, food stations and glamorous festivities.

In the only news you need to hear this week, a massive event is coming to Brisbane dedicated to cheese and wine. 

Now that the sun is shining and the days are warmer it’s time to venture out from beneath the blankets and Netflix haze to make the most of spring. 

The Tex-Mex that blew city slickers into oblivion has made its way to Westfield Chermside's outdoor dining precinct. 

Update: Rico Bar & Dining is re-opening on Thursday 2 July and taking bookings now.

The arrival of summer means many things. Living in Birkenstocks, bare legs and arms, iced coffees and of course, day drinking.

From sun-drenched seaside towns to the idyllic countryside and islands dedicated entirely to wine, these five dreamy destinations are your answer to beating burnout. 

Taking over W Brisbane on the weekend of 18–20 October is Urban FUEL, W Hotel’s infamous fitness weekend retreat that combines celebrity workouts, killer cocktails, delicious cuisine and some epic experiences. 

In its first ever film studio collaboration, Brisbane Fashion Month is partnering with the Walt Disney Company to create a stunning showcase event in Queen Street Mall, completely inspired by the epic new sequel.

Buckle up, Brisbane. Or maybe don’t—this might be a time to loosen those jeans. 

That most delightful source of tryptophan, cheese is the perfectly legal all-ages treat that’ll boost your serotonin and earn points with the in-laws in one swift move. 

It’s time to frock up, pop on some real pants and get back out to enjoying the best restaurants Brisbane has to offer—whether your hot date is your significant other, your bestie or your mum. 

Melbourne’s famous Boho Luxe Market is hitting the road once again—they’re heading back to Brisbane for a pop-up Christmas market and our inner Flower Child is doing cartwheels.

If you’re struggling to narrow down where to eat out in Brisbane, there’s no one better to ask than our incredibly talented local chefs.

Industry Beans has arrived in Brisbane, opening the doors on their coffee roastery, cafe and restaurant in Newstead this week.

Five and a half metres under the icy seas of Norway's North Atlantic ocean lies a restaurant that's making waves across the world.

Taking place atop the Goodwill Bridge—that’s right, ON the bridge—the experience will have you taking in a sunset and some epic city views before wining and dining a night away under the stars.

Does it get any better than spending a few days camping by the sea? It sure does—you could be GLAMPING by the sea. 

​Whether you’re a big business boss, full-time freelancer or a small-time side-hustler, sometimes you need to get away from the responsibilities of your home life to focus on a big project, come up with new ideas or just to stretch that ol’ creativity muscle. You can always go bush, get off the grid and rent a shack somewhere but if you want to learn from other worker bees, meet some like-minded legends and explore a new corner of the world at the same time, you might want to consider a business retreat. 

The new decade is fast approaching, and while we don’t have flying cars (yet), there’s a whole heap of new tech trends to jump on in the coming year.

It’s been a big few days for local wave sliders, with the World Surf League announcing the first Kelly Slater Surf Ranch outside of the United States, will be built on the Sunshine Coast. 

 Three Blue Ducks is heading to Seminyak for a seasonal pop-up, taking over the menu at Starfish Bloo, W Bali - Seminyak’s iconic seafood restaurant for the summer months. 

There’s plenty of gyms in Brisbane where you can push your body to the limit, sweat it out to the max and hit the gym instead of the pub at lunch (occasionally).

Who you gonna call? All of your friends, because an epic new escape room experience based on the not-so-spooky-but-definitely-nostalgic Ghostbusters flick is heading for Brisbane.

If you’re the kind of person who starts thinking about dessert before the entrees arrive, listen up because this one’s for you. 

That’s right, WingHAÜS by Bavarian has landed, bringing saucy buffalo wings, burgers and forty beers on tap to Edward Street in Brisbane city. 

Love hiking and climbing? How about climbing along the edge of a towering cliff, clinging only to steel cables while you creep ever higher over the valley below? You’ll soon be able to do just that on the Gold Coast Hinterland, with news of the new ‘Via Ferrata’ being created at Binna Burra Lodge. 

Round up your mates and jump on the highway, because the IKEA Festival of Sleep is popping up for the first time ever and it starts this week. 

In news sure to excite the gin lovers out there, Brisbane has scored itself a brand new gin distillery, Winston Quinn, and it’s located smack bang in the middle of the Valley.

You’ve no doubt already heard that a giant, boulder-filled riverbed is taking over GOMA this summer, but news has just dropped that the modern art gallery will also be hosting a real life snowman as a part of their ‘Water’ exhibition. 

11 years after first opening their doors in Woolloongabba, the iconic C'est Bon has had a makeover so complete you'll barely recognise the place. 

If you're after a list of Brisbane's tastiest must-try dishes, look no further. Here are 30 iconic Brisbane dishes you should have tried by now. 

Jonathan Barthelmess, owner of Greca, has confirmed he and his team are taking over another of these highly sought-after spots—and it’s going in right next door to Greca.

Big news for gelato lovers—La Macelleria will be dishing up all-you-can-eat gelato for one day only. 

Here’s a handy substitute that might just have you taking a wellness break more often (maybe even before you snap and do something frowned upon like throwing a stapler at your computer): a wellness staycation. 

The famous Fire Gardens will no longer be lighting up The Brisbane Botanic Gardens during the Brisbane Festival. 

New wine-drinking and cheese-eating spot alert—West End just scored itself a freaking adorable pop-up bar, and you’re going to want to check it out, stat. 

Combining Italian cuisine with waterfront views and a selection of superb seafood, it’s not hard to see why Massimo is quickly establishing itself as one Eagle Street Pier’s most popular new foodie destinations.

Darling & Co has just launched a brand new event onto the Brisbane brunch scene and it’s one that’s going to have your phone buzzing with chat notifications.

The team behind award-winning restaurant Hellenika Brisbane have just announced they’re opening yet another restaurant in The Calile Hotel. Yes, just let that sink in for a moment. 

This week, burger eating in Brisbane as we know it will be changed forever. Big call, yes, but also true. So, what’s happening?

Are you on the hunt for your next under-the-radar destination? Look no further because beautiful Buenos Aires has you covered.

Whether you’re about that beach bod life or you’re just trying to get your two cups of veggies per day, we’ve got you sorted with the best healthy cafes Brisbane wide. You're welcome. 

For some, tea isn’t just a refreshment, it’s an obsession. And for those, news of the Laneway Tea Festival hitting Bakery Lane on Saturday 5 October will be extremely welcome.

There’s really nothing better than a good bacon and egg roll—a soft bun (but not too soft), massive stack of bacon and a gooey egg loaded up with plenty of sauce. And that’s exactly what you’ll find on the menu at Newstead’s new hole-in-the-wall spot, Yolk.

Mark 11 September in your diaries people—that’s the day Bacchus turns the tables on their brand new spring menu, featuring the most incredible strawberry dessert you’ll ever lay eyes on in your life. 

Whether it was Justin Timberlake, Nick Carter, all of the Hanson brothers (but really Zac) or Harry Styles, we’ve all fallen in teenage love with a popstar—and that’s just what the hilarious new musical comedy Fangirls is about.

Joining the new FV by Peppers precinct at the very northern end of Brunswick Street, this new Mexican restaurant is sleek and understated—there’s not a hint of Day of the Dead theming here (though you will spot very real cactuses lining the window).

Rocklea’s Brisbane Markets are transforming their bustling precinct into a celebration of all things mango, with the Brisbane Night Market Mango Festival happening every Friday night from 20 September to 11 October. 

Satisfy your dessert cravings at Industry Beans with this exclusive dessert. 

From shaking it like Beyonce, to literally climbing walls to doing yoga in a sling, we’ve found seven workouts so fun you’ll never a skip a session again.

Truffle us when we say this will be the best news you’ve heard all day—a truffle trail is hitting Brisbane.

The laneways around The Calile Hotel in James Street are already awash with some seriously impressive eateries, but there’s about to me one more, with news that an internationally acclaimed Michelin-starred chef is set to swing open the doors on Beaux Rumble soon. 

There’s nothing worse than escaping to the coast for some much needed R&R, only to be left feeling like you need another holiday. Whether it’s the crowded towel-to-sand ratio at the beach, the 45-minute waitlist for a table at breakfast or running into pretty much everyone you know from back home, sometimes escapes can be anything but. 

One Love Festival is one of New Zealand's largest and most iconic music festivals—pulling in around 20,000 revellers each year for almost a decade. Having sold out in NZ for the past four years in a row, organisers have decided to bring the festival to Australia for the first time. 

He’s the guy on everyone’s playlists and now he’s heading down under for an exclusive, intimate show. 

One ring to rule them all… one movie marathon to see them all? Calling all hobbits, orcs, elves and dwarves, because the Palace James Street Cinemas are putting on a movie marathon deserving of giving up your entire Sunday for.

The festival is promising a mash-up of epic beats, award-winning theatre, ‘Gram-worthy art activations, and guaranteed good times. 

For those of you who aren’t sure what a poke bowl is, the word poke is Hawaiian for ‘cut into pieces,’ referring to the delicious raw cubed fish (kind of like ceviche), served traditionally over a bowl of rice and salad. 

What do you know about Caribbean food? If your breadth of knowledge on the cuisine doesn’t extend much past jerk chicken, you need to get yourself to Toowong’s new Maria Caribbean Kitchen, stat.

100% on Rotten Tomatoes and complicated family dynamics? Sign us up.

The latest events pinging on the FOMO-meter are two immersive theatre installations called Séance and Flight so you should just resign yourself to the fact that you’ll never sleep again.

Transforming the deck outside of ARC Dining into a restaurant in its own right, Ciao Papi is delivering relaxed trattoria style dining.

It’s set to be packed with aerial stunts, next level projections and special effects.

And it lands in Brisbane this January.

Hungry for a good deal? We’ve got your back thanks to our latest initiative designed with Brisbane foodies in mind.

Broadbeach’s The Pink Flamingo Spiegelclub opened last week to deliver a sexy stage show featuring international stars—straight to our backyard. 

The kind of place where you want to just order one of everything and see how much your appetite can handle, Chu Bistro has landed in Bowen Hills for pan-Asian feasts with some serious flare.

Get ready to circle Friday 18 October in your diary, Brisbane, because hitting your social feeds this morning is news that American rapper TYGA is adding one more stop to his upcoming visit to Australian soil.

If catching the cherry blossoms in Tokyo has been on your bucket list forever, then brace yourselves for all the flower antics right here in Brisbane. 

This month, we’re shining the spotlight on three young chefs who are setting the standards for good food (really good food) at some of the most renowned eateries in Brisbane. 

Clear your calendar, because Westfield’s Taste. Shop. Play is back for another weekend of epic pop-ups brimming with drool-worthy eats, makeup tutorials and creative exhibits.

Not content with only lighting up our more-brown-than-blue river only one night of the year, Brisbane Festival is once again unleashing a spectacular light show on the banks of the city and South Bank, bringing back River of Light for its second year in a row.

While they might not have ever hit the charts or had a music video go viral on YouTube, there’s plenty of movie tunes that you no doubt know every bar to, and it’s these musical numbers that are being brought to life in a live concert from the Queensland Symphony Orchestra this November.

We are unilaterally declaring 2019 as the year of the cannoli. 

Forever looking for a bar where you can kick start your night with a few tacos and move onto a live music session before hitting the D-floor fuelled by espresso martinis and tequila? Well we have found just the spot for you.

While Gerard's Bistro's new Head Chef Adam Wolfers is busy spicing things up and winning over the restaurant’s fans old and new, we asked him (over a long, hummus filled lunch) how he’s enjoying Brisbane and what’s on his plate when he’s not behind the pans in the Gerard’s kitchen. 

If there is one chef that everyone and his dog in the region knows about, it’s Darren Robertson. The man is a culinary legend, leading the charge of The Three Blue Ducks at Byron Bay’s The Farm and W Brisbane. And this weekend, at Noosa’s new The Curated Plate event, foodies are getting the chance to witness this culinary genius in action with a few of his closest culinary counterparts. 

For those of you who always have their nose buried in a good book or never leave home without their Kindle, we can all agree that reading is typically a solitary activity. 

Here, we’ve teamed up with Qatar Airways⁠ to bring you five reasons to visit Rabat, a city so enticing it’s bound to awaken your dormant wanderlust. 

The Bakery Lane Bake Off is coming to fulfill all your cake cravings and probably kickstart a hefty sugar addiction to boot.

Find out all the best spots to eat strawberry ice cream this public holiday.

From nostalgic tie-dye and retro graphics to glittery half-dips and modern French tips, get ready to elevate your look by making your nails your best accessory yet. 

Drop everything, grab your credit card and get your ticket booking fingers ready, because a five-course dinner dedicated to gelato is happening and if you miss out, you’ll be (ice) screaming. 

It might be on the verge of a population explosion, but the urban areas of Logan haven’t yet seen much of the incredible food scenes taking over Brisbane and the Gold Coast in the north and south—until now.

In case you missed it, Bingo Loco is hitting Brisbane in August. The concept is pretty simple: it’s a bingo night slash rave. Does what it says on the tin, really.

In the most thrilling news you need to hear all week, there’s a massive travel sale going down this weekend.

Between the neverending stream of hot new bars, restaurants, live music joints and arcade halls that have hit the Valley recently, the once seedy strip has become a veritable weekend playground—and in news just announced, it’s about to get even better. 

For yet another year Brisbane’s own BIGSOUND festival is providing the absolute goods: phenomenal hip-hop, pop and electronic experiences from some of Australia's best and upcoming artists.

Just when you thought the humble parmy couldn’t get any better, South Bank’s Little Big House goes and ups the ante with a creation so inspired we’re in actual awe. 

For all the music stans out there, listen up. We’re about to dish the dirt on how you can nab backstage tickets at shows, meet your favourite artists, score killer merch and get exclusive VIP treatment at festivals. 

There’s something unsettling about drinking eggnog on a 35-degree day. We’ll take our mulled wine and hot toddies in July, thanks. 

We’ve not only found a bunch of gifts your dad will love, but we’ve also found gifts that give back. 

When it comes to weekend cocktail drinking spots, everyone loves a good rooftop bar, especially ones with stellar views, a killer cocktail list and drool-worthy nibbles.

Get excited people, because Brisbane’s best purveyors of gnocchi are opening a second venue for loading up on everyone’s favourite potato pasta, bringing their carb-loaded signature dish to South Bank. 

Get your diaries out, it's time to fill them with this month's best events, from epic food and wine festivals to Broadway shows.

If you aren’t sure what a feijoa is, it’s about time you learnt, and what better way to get a feijoa education than with a lengthy wine-filled lunch in the gorgeous Sunshine Coast hinterlands? 

Ever wanted to go to the cinema but were too lazy to get out of your comfy bed? Well, this year you’ll be able to watch a movie under the stars in a giant bed, courtesy of the Mov’in Bed outdoor cinema.

​Food events don’t come much better or bigger than the Sunshine Coast’s Curated Plate festival. 

We’re probably not ready for this level of fierceness, but ready or not, here he comes: Queer Eye fan favourite Jonathan Van Ness is bringing his ‘flipping tumbling’ standup comedy show to Australia and New Zealand next year.

There’s really only one thing you absolutely need to know about Fortitude Valley’s newest restaurant and wine bar: they dish up the best duck ragu you’ll ever eat. Period. 

To bring the best of Italy to your own backyard, we’ve teamed up with Italy’s most iconic thirst-quencher Aperol Spritz, which is celebrating 100 rotations around the sun this year. 

Travis Scott, the rapper on everyone’s playlists right now, has just confirmed he’s headed down under for one show only—and it’s going to be an absolute banger. 

Plus Steve Aoki and Armin van Buuren.

A one-of-a-kind-exhibition.

If you’re due for a little self care and indulgence, we’ve found just the thing.

The Tivoli, already one of Brisbane’s most stand-out performance venues, has just dropped the announcement that they’ll be unveiling a brand new space for gigs at in their Valley home.

Time to round up your weekend crew and put a boozy brunch in the diary, because Nodo has dropped the bombshell that they’re launching a cocktail menu this week. 

Listen up, serial plant murderers. We’ve got another chance for you to kill things with kindness. Jungle Collective are hosting one of their epic warehouse plant sales this weekend in Brisbane. And this thing is going to be big.

Ditch your democracy dogs and put down the iced vovo, because there’s a slick new restaurant in Fortitude Valley with a menu so Australian it hurts. 

Just announced, and to coincide with Ink Gin’s 4th birthday, Husk Distillers are releasing a specialty drop that is equally memorable as it is Insta-worthy.

This is not a drill guys. Samford’s road trip worthy Store of Requirement is putting on a never before seen magical experience for Brisbane’s biggest Potterheads. 

Winter in Brisbane—not exactly the most magical time of year, right? Sunny, yes. Magical, no. Well Regatta Hotel are doing their best to make us forget that it really isn’t cold enough for mulled wine and faux fur blanket parties by transforming their outdoor courtyard into an enchanted woodland, complete with fairy-lit greenery and some epic comfort food.

The Unseen, a new Brisbane-based underwear label, has just launched and stands for all that underwear should: diversity, our planet and everyone’s right to underwear. 

It’s that time of year again, when those European summer snaps on your Instagram feed are interrupted only by the endless parade of Splendour candids. Whether you’ve had your outfit planned for months or you’ll just be following the hashtags for some summer festival inspo, there’s already a heap of trends we know are going to be in everyone’s festival swags.

News of a new drive-thru doughnut store on Brisbane’s south side was always going to be big news, but pair that with the announcement that Krispy Kreme’s newest location is giving away 10,000 free doughnuts this week and you’ve got yourself a headline worthy tip.

Whether you’re a yum cha regular or you’re completely new to the joys of over ordering baskets of pork xiao long bao, the newest venue to land in the CBD’s Brisbane Quarter is one that will have you grabbing the chopsticks for a feast of epic proportions.

Hidden treasures of the Sunshine Coast, often aren’t very hidden. But the hinterland gallery of world famous British pop artist, Peter Phillips is an exception. 

You heard it here first, Brisbane, a huge festival featuring our favourite clear beverage is coming to town and we’re almost drunk with excitement!

Calling all sweet tooths! The Sydney dessert masters of KOI Dessert Bar fame are heading over the border to the Sunshine State for one weekend only.

We all have a little Phat Boy in inside of us. At least, that’s the philosophy behind the hip new Thai restaurant inside the city’s sleek Brisbane Quarter.

Wanderlusters take note, here’s everything you need to eat, see and do in the dreamy town of Wanaka.

If you’re looking to add a bit of magic to your winter, we have news for you! A light festival is heading for the Gold Coast and it’s going to be epic! The appropriately named event, GLOW, will see HOTA transform into a twinkling wonderland for the three-night festival.

Cheese High Teas. High Cheeses. Afternoon cheese. Whatever you want to call them, cheese-focused high teas are a thing and we couldn’t be happier. 

Despite being blessed with our country's most tolerable winter weather, we still can’t seem to get used to those fresh mornings and chilly evenings. When winter hibernation sets in evening walks are replaced with Netflix in bed and dinner at your local is subbed out for Uber Eats on the couch.

Make plans to ditch your usual bearded barista, because a boutique coffee festival is taking over Fortitude Valley’s coolest laneways with much more tantalising brews than your regular half-strength almond lattes. 

Forget your twenties, your thirties are where it’s at, and we’re so ready for our Jennifer Garner moment.  

This week cult label STAUD, Net-A-Porter, Incu and Gorman are all slashing prices—here's what we know. 

You open a door. There’s three doors ahead. Behind each of those doors is another door, which creeks open to reveal an abundance of doors. In your rational (slightly panicked) heart, you know that doors are a finite concept, that they can’t last forever. If only you could find the right one...

As if Brisbane wasn’t good-looking enough already, a bunch of talented street artists went and made it even prettier with their creative masterpieces. 

How many courses of pasta is too many? Two? Four? If your answer is ‘The limit does not exist’ (we agree), then we’ve found just the pasta menu for you.

If you’ve always thought that the one thing the streets of Brisbane could really use a lot more of was the opportunity for group sing-a-longs, then you’re in luck with the arty exhibition hitting town this month. 

If it’s been a while since you’ve gotten together with your mates or spent some quality time with significant other and you’re struggling to find something that ticks all the boxes, we’re here to help you with your hunt.

Welcome to winter. 

Dust off your vintage skates and neon leg warmers, Brisbane, because Roller Disco Brunch is coming to the city this August.

The mammoth line-up has finally dropped so mark your calendars.

Even winter in the sub-tropics is a time of solitude and introspection, so it only makes sense that our culture scene hits the gas when the damp sets in. This July, Brisbane welcomes a whole slew of exhibitionist happenings guaranteed to lock us in a Cameron Frye-esque trance.

Just when you thought Fortitude Valley couldn't get any better, the folks at everyone’s favourite bar-slash-golf club-slash eatery have gone and opened two fully decked out karaoke rooms.