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Two words. Bottomless spritz. 

Free freaking wings. 

Some might say trashy, we just say we expected more dramah on Bachie in Paradise than we’re getting.

How do you feel about modern art? Hmm. Well how do you feel about f*ck-off giant light installations that look like something from Close Encounters? Yeah, us too. That’s why we were psyched to hear that American genius James Turrell is going to be lighting up GOMA next month.

Best. News. EVER.

Ours is a well-documented appreciation for Brisbane’s Thai scene, and in the past we’ve made no secret of our dedication to the piquant delights. We love their spicy kicks, the generous servings, and the fact that Thai restaurants are cosmically gifted pun factories.

And heads up, Connie Britton will topline the true crime show

We know, we know; you can’t get through the 9-5 grind without a steaming cup of liquid java.

It's exactly what you're picturing but with more booze. 

PSA: You have to be single to go on The Bachelor (we're shocked too).

We cried happy tears, and the whole of the northern Gold Coast cried happy tears with us, when this populous yet vastly under-catered corner of the Coast was gifted a bold New York-inspired restaurant and rooftop bar.   

Whether you’re a cheesy competition fan or after something more, er, mature, here are the best new food shows on Netflix.

If there’s one thing you can say about ol’ South-East Queensland, it’s that choosing a road trip destination for all those weekend wanderlust feels is no easy feat. With the beach, mountains, rainforest and many a quaint country town at our fingertips, how are we supposed to decide where to go and what to see on our weekend adventure?

It’s that time of the month again, where we tick over into the following calendar page and have a whole list of blockbuster goodies to start buying our tickets for. It’s a quiet month for movies this April, but the ones that are coming out are set to be huge! So grab some popcorn, sit back, and enjoy the show.

It's only H&M's trendy older sister. 

Ahhh Brisbane. Our beloved little old city has come a long way in the last few years, with new entertainment precincts and foodie developments popping up all over the place. Lucky for us, one of these foodie precincts is about the get a whole lot more epic. Eagle Street Pier, one of Brisbane’s most famed eateries, could be getting a $1.4 billion dollar make-over. Real estate investment trust Dexus has just unveiled their futuristic and modern development plans for Eagle Street Pier, which includes two new towers with the potential for commercial, residential, and retail use.

So, you’ve battled since birth with the blessing and curse that is red hair? Between being picked on in school and praised for your locks in more recent years, covering up any visible skin while walking the two-minutes to our car, or being lumped into the same group as literally any and every other ginger, any non-redheads will never understand our struggles. 

We have a lot of feelings.

Professor Trelawney has nothing on us when it comes to the art of divination. The Seer’s at the Urban List have performed some serious crystal ball readings and man oh man, do we have some doozeys in store for us... 

Hot cross buns with gelato inside are back this Easter, and it’s fair to say our excitement has reached three-exclamation-mark levels (!!!).

Visiting this coastal town can easily turn into an annual pilgrimage.

John Green once wrote great books help you understand and they help you feel understood. Naturally, reading is a subjective process, but whether it’s learning how to live your best life, facing adversity to striving for success, here are ten books that will change the way you think.

Sitting a comfortable distance away from the hustle and bustle of Kuta and Seminyak, Uluwatu is your glimpse into the true beauty of Bali.

We know who gets engaged on Bachelor In Paradise.

Gearing up for its biggest year yet, the annual Brisbane Street Art Festival is returning to Brisbane for its third year—and holy hell, is this year a biggun’.

When we were kiddie-winks all we were doing was fighting our mandatory naptimes and assigned bedtimes. And nowadays, we just can’t help but notice how big those bags under our eyes have gotten. Ah, adulthood, you are a treat. Whether it be late-night study sesh, one too many wines, or an early morning meeting, we are often left with a serious sleep deficit. And, despite the bad reputation that napping has gotten over the years, we’ve come to the realisation, it’s pretty damn amazing.

Ok can we talk about the fish and chip situation in Brisbane right now? The past couple of months have welcomed a metric buttload of brand new fish and chipperies to our sundrenched streets and we are living for it. Replacing the typical greasy spoons that we used to settle for, these few noble fryers are revamping a formerly guilty pleasure with a fresh gloss of table service. This isn’t to say you can’t still order them to takeaway and have yourself a picnic but, I mean, it’s nice to have options. 

Year = made. 

It’s time to rally up the group chat.

And the line-up literally just dropped. 

​So, we’re right in the middle of a come-down from all of the drama we’ve witnessed on Married At First Sight over the past few months—the highs, the 5-minute video package of Troy and Carly kissing via her well-conditioned mouth, but just when we thought it was all over, this happens.

Please someone tell us that Telv and Sarah are still together. Someone?

These are the best markets in London so you can live like a local.

​We don’t know about you guys, but when we’re running through the streets of Brisbane, we always wish we could do backflips and jump off high ledges.

If you love sushi (um…who doesn’t?), then you need to check out the Japanese street food festival coming to Bowen Hills. One of our absolute fave Japanese restaurant—Sushi & Nori—will be transforming King Street into a hub of Japanese culture with their inaugural Matsuri Market.

Queens, in case you missed the memo: RuPaul’s Drag Race is back! Brace yourself for outrageous dresses, sky-scraping wigs and the all-important thigh-high boots. 

Welcome back to the penultimate episode of finale week where the wounds are fresh, the back tatts are even fresher and the ‘shocking new twists’ make you want to chug a cocktail of bleach and battery acid.

We’ve gone Easter mad here in Brisbane. HCBs are overloading our bread bins, Easter eggs are (if not already cracked open) hidden away ready for the feasting carnage that is set to be the impending long weekend, and yet, we’re still hungry for more.

This is a VERY important recipe for anyone who either a) entertains a lot, or b) is a human being who consumes solids. Described as the sliced bread of our generation, guacamole is the best received guest at any dinner party, house party or slumber party. That’s why making a bloody good one is so important.

We should’ve learnt the very first time we owed our sibling $8.50 for a coffee and muffin: debt isn’t fun. Sure, there are lots benefits to having a credit card and it’s great if you can take advantage of them - a well executed accumulation and use of frequent flyers is enough to convince anyone that credit cards are life. But what happens if you take it too far and end up in debt? We spoke to FPA Certified Financial Planner Professional of the Year, Michael Hayward from Capital Partners, an award-winning financial advice firm, to get his top five tips on how to pay off credit card debt. 

Okay, look; we don’t normally make a habit of writing up about sports bars. In my opinion, they’re the kind of place usually reserved for those opportune moments when everywhere else has closed and you and your mates are still wanting to get a bevvie at some ungodly hour.

The slip dress has well and truly proven itself within the fashion realm over the past few seasons.

Much like understanding that we don’t really say “throw another shrimp on the barbie,” there are a certain number of truths that come with growing up in Australia. For example: drop bears aren’t real, we’ll never live that Simpsons episode down, and custard was the cream of the crop when it came to snacks that pair perfectly with Totally Wild. Name an Aussie who doesn’t agree. We’ll wait.

It may be the end of summer, but hey, I guess we Brisbanites are lucky that the sun just keeps on shining (and the humidity just keeps slathering it on). And, what does everyone like to eat when the temps continue to soar? Gelato—obvs. La Macelleria know this to be fact, so are celebrating our love for the cold stuff (and the fact that we’re all merely slaves to our sugar cravings) by giving away free scoops of their famous Italian gelato this weekend!

Well, we are officially knee deep in drama territory. Already we've had Tracey dump D*ckhead Dean at the altar, and things were looking a little shaky for John's success rate overall. But he's pulled through, and thankfully we now know that true love is actually real.

This is the big one. We’re known to talk a big game but this actually is the big one. The definitive list of Brisbane’s top 15 restaurants according to us and qualified by a single criterion of knee-weakening, pants-unbuttoning deliciousness.

Phew! Now that the sweltering Brisbane weather has finally cooled into something a little less intense, we all want to get out in the great outdoors and make up for lost time. Whether you’re looking for a walk with a view to slot in before a weekend brunch or want to really work it with a challenging hike, Brisbane and surrounds has heaps of epic walks and hikes that are perfect in this autumn weather. Here are our favourite 8 best walks and hikes in Brisbane to check out stat.

It’s that time, again, guys: the Easter long weekend is nearly upon us. AKA, that time you pool all your annual leave, turn on your out of office, and don’t even bother with a morning alarm. It’s the best time of the year, if we’re being totally honest. 

In a game-changing sitch for Brisbane’s food burgeoning food scene, Michelin Starred chef and internationally acclaimed Manjunath Mural (from famed restaurant, Song of India in Singapore) is bringing his genius to a brand-new dining experience set to inhabit the largest retail space of the Brisbane Quarter precinct (read: premium CBD position).

Let us guess; you find yourself reading this article because you went too hard on the espresso martinis over the weekend, forgetting rent was also due and now you need to figure out how to live until pay day. 

Don’t mess with the Goddess.

Well, well, well. We meet again. You - a hopeful, naive, astro-enthusiast hellbent on some gentle assurance for the week on its way. Us - an unfiltered, ruthless conduit through which the stars wreak their mischief.

We’ve foraged together 50 awesome things to do on the Gold Coast that are fun, sometimes tasty and maybe even free!

Did you know much-lauded Halcyon House recently opened the doors to the most breathtaking, designer day spa ever to come within loofa-throwing distance of Brisbane

If you’re lurking around the CBD or are willing to jump in the car to tackle a new-to-you breakfast spot, then you’re going to wanna keep this list of must-try Southport breakfast and coffee spots handy. 

Feel as though your annual Dairy Milk hoard just isn’t doing it for you this Easter? Chin up, all you need is a little liquid courage to make the impending long weekend that little more, err, buzzing. (Chocolate. Alcohol. Put your hands together. Now there's a genius idea.)

Anyone need some Extra gum? Here you go. It’s peppermint. You’re welcome. The only reason we ask is because next month Welcome To Bowen Hills are throwing an honest-to-god Garlic Bread Festival (!!) 

We’ve rounded up the best of the best katsu curries in Brisbane to spare you the gross ones. You’re welcome. 

#SOSsumatra by Lush is Palm oil and SLS free, obviously.

One word: Orgasm. Synonymous with the French beauty superbrand that is Nars, any beauty junkie will tell you this is straight up the most universally flattering shade. Of ALL time.

If ever there were a specific location you could pinpoint as to the undoing of all your clean eating/gym efforst, Eat Street Northshore would easily the front runner.

See you later Sydney, Hogwarts is calling 

Paddy’s Day is this weekend! Grab anything green and check out this list for the best in Irish culture this weekend!

If you've been reading anything to do with The Bachelor this week you'll no doubt have seen that the Honey Badger himself Nick Cummins has been widely rumoured to be the next man to wield the rose on The Bachelor.

Aww, yeah. This is what we’ve been waiting for. Prepare to feast your eyeballs on the new trailer for Fantastic Beasts: The Crimes Of Grindelwald. We’ll gush below—let’s go straight to the good stuff.

Home to deep dish pizzas, hot dogs and that weird bean, it’s not all that surprising we’re kinda obsessed with Chicago—if it’s good enough for Oprah, it’s good enough for us! 

That's correct peeps, bone broth chips… as in crisps. 

We have a lot of feelings.

Trust Gelato Messina to pull out all the stops at a time where we’re already ten too many Lindt Gold Bunnies in—and it’s not even the Easter long weekend yet!

Ahh, Easter. A short period in the time continuum where all bets are off. Society scoots off that ‘eat well, live well’ soap box, Instagram swaps #fitspo for #letitallgo, it’s socially acceptable to slather an entire block of butter on a hot cross bun, and a time where eating your weight in chocolate-covered anything is actively encouraged.

Everyone you can think of. 

Sunday night’s episode of I’m A Raging Misogynist With A Power Complex, Get Me A Cold Beer! was enough to make you want to wrap yourself in a hot curling iron and jump into an infinity pool. And yet here we are.

As the nights grow colder and the days shorter, we’re already desperately looking forward to next summer. Admittedly, this is a smidge pre-emptive…

Here at The Urban List we’re all about living our best lives and having some great times with our mates. But, we’re also well aware that the latest insta-trendy activity may not be particularly wallet-friendly.

If you’re anything like us, then you’re constantly hungry. That, and nothing makes your pulse race faster than hearing about a new foodie festival that’s heading to town. So, still your beating hearts, people, because a big ol’ foodie block party is setting up shop outside the Gabba before some of the Brisbane Lion home games!

As another episode of Keeping Up With The Kommitment Ceremony Khaos draws to a close, the wives are busy surrendering their right to own land.

Botched investigations, missing persons, cliffhangers—it's all here. 

We’re almost through the third quarter of the 2018 financial year, which means there are throngs of YoPros (a.k.a. young professionals) lugging millions of dollars worth of Apple products around Australia’s major cities every single day. And what better to wrap your Macbook in than a coupla hundred dollars worth of designer threads??

Cause why camp, when you can GLAMP! 

It’s not every day we beat out Melbourne or Brisbane as the next destination of choice for a fast-expanding Aussie burger bar empire.

After a sell-out fitness event season atop Brisbane's chicest rooftop bars, Eleven is bringing back their free fitnes classes this March!. Created in collaboration with The Cove Workplace, Eleven will once again play host to morning fitness classes you really won’t want to skip. 

Yep, Netflix’s The Push is as dark as always, but it’s a doco: AKA it uses real life people. People who don’t even know that they’re in a show.

Well, that just sounds too good to be true. 

Happy Easter friends.

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.