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The Feed | The Gold Coast Food News You Need To Know

The food news has been coming in thick and fast on the Gold Coast, to make sure that you're on top of all the tasty things happening we've wrapped up everything that you need to know.

Food & Drink

Burly Bar Is The Stunning New Two-Storey Gin Bar Levelling Up Currumbin

A stunning fitout, artfully curated drinks and a standout small plates menu—Burly Bar has all the makings of a top-tier bar.

Local Escapes

Australia’s First Mondrian Hotel Is Opening On The Gold Coast In 2025

Opening in Burleigh Heads in 2025, the 208-room beachfront Mondrian Gold Coast marks the luxury hotel brand’s debut in Australia, featuring multiple restaurants, pools and 89 residential apartments.

Features

Dining Out, Dialled Up—How Dinner And A Show Has Reached The Next Level

Once upon a time, dinner was enough. You came, you saw, you ate, you drank. Now? Well, it’s an endless adventure with wild possibilities.

Food & Drink

JUJU Is Mermaid’s Playful New Multi-Level Restaurant And Bar Where Fine Dining Meets Euro Party

Fine dining meets Euro-inspired party vibes at the sprawling split-level hospitality venue.

Features

A Dazzling Permanent Light Show Just Opened On K’gari

If you thought the spectacular scenery of K’gari (Fraser Island) couldn’t get any better, you’re in for a pleasant surprise, because paradise has just leveled up. 

Food & Drink

Inside Moustache, The New Espresso And Wine Bar Bringing A Touch Of Europe To Mermaid Beach

Created with the laidback Mermaid Beach lifestyle in mind, Moustache effortlessly merges the laidback vibes of an espresso joint with the elegance of a wine bar. 

What's On

These Magical Enchanted Gardens Are Coming Back To Roma Street Parkland This Year

The Enchanted Garden, presented by Royal Caribbean, returns this 23 November to transform Roma Street Parkland into a light-filled playground.

What's On

Surfers Paradise Is Changing—Have Your Say On Its Future To Win $500

Surfers Paradise is getting a huge—and well-deserved—facelift, and the City of Gold Coast want your feedback to help to make it happen.

Features

#WaitingOnZuck: Here’s Why You Won’t See Any News From Us Today

Around this time last year, The Australian Government, Department of Treasury (℅ Josh Frydenberg) introduced the News Media Bargaining Code. The code is intended to level out the sheer power imbalance between Australian news media publishers—like us—and digital platforms such as Facebook and Google. The code, in effect, should allow the two parties to reach an agreement on fair remuneration for displaying news on these platforms. 

Food & Drink

Don’t Miss Urban List’s Epic Wine Collab, Score 25% Off The Final Release

What if we told you that the holier-than-thou bagged wine was set for a major comeback? 

Features

How You Can Help Those Affected By The Floods In South East Queensland

Following Brisbane’s largest downpour on record that’s seen over 15,000 homes flooded, it’s time to look at the ways we can all help those affected.

Features

Where To Turn For Flood Support In South East Queensland If You’ve Been Affected

Thousands of South East Queenslanders are in need of support due to the effects of heavy rain, flooding and power outages.

Food & Drink

Score Free Shipping On This 4.5L Wine Bundle That’ll Serve 30 Of Your Mates

What if we told you that the holier-than-thou bagged wine was set for a major comeback? 

Features

Queensland Is Opening Its Borders To Fully Vaccinated Travellers From Next Month

The Queensland government has announced that NSW will remain a declared hotspot for four weeks, with a possible earlier review depending on how the outbreak is developing. 

Features

HOTA’s Rooftop Bar With Panoramic Views Is Opening This Weekend

The Exhibitionist Bar, HOTA Gallery's new venue, is opening its doors this weekend.

Features

Krispy Kreme Is Giving Away 10,000 Original Glazed Doughnuts This Friday

Is it a donut or doughnut? For the sake of this pun, we highly recommend that you donut miss the chance to claim your FREE doughnut this Friday, at Krispy Kreme.

Restaurants

Yamagen Just Launched A Limited-Edition $200 Chocolate Bonsai Dessert

Chocolate and whiskey lovers, it’s your lucky day: Yamagen pastry chef Dan King has just concocted the dessert of your wildest dreams.

Local Escapes

New Music Festival Dream Machine Will Take You Island Hopping Through The Whitsundays

New music festival Dream Machine is coming to the Whitsundays for an immersive five-day retreat. 

Features

Culture Curve | Tune In To Audio Social Networks, Million Dollar Crypto Art, And Mindful Drinking

Welcome to Culture Curve—your go-to guide to what’s on the rise and slide in culture in April 2021. 

What's On

Here’s Everything You Need To Know About This Year’s Gold Coast Film Festival

Movie buffs, rejoice: while the Gold Coast Film Festival was cancelled last year due to COVID, we’re happy to announce it will be making a comeback this year.

Things To Do

Get Ready To Belly Laugh At Next Month’s Massive Comedy Festival

Forget having to drive north to Brisbane or flying south to Melbourne to see some of the world’s best comedians, because the inaugural GC Laughs Festival is coming back to HOTA next month.

Features

Get Ready To Dine Al Fresco, Embrace Body Neutrality And See Social Justice In The Stars

Welcome to Culture Curve—your go-to guide to what’s on the rise and slide in culture in October 2020.

What's On

Find Out Where Magpie Swooping Hot Spots Are On The Gold Coast With This Handy Map

Flowers are blooming, bugs are everywhere, and, of course, magpies are back, and they're angry.

Health + Wellness

Lace Up, Here’s Where To Go Indoor Rock Climbing On The Gold Coast

Rock climbing is the ultimate full body work out that doesn’t actually feel like exercise. Don’t get it twisted, it’s no walk in the park, in terms of calorie burn it beats your bog-standard gym class any day.

Things To Do

Gouda News, You Can Now Warm Up With A High Cheese Afternoon Tea

Cheese High Teas. High Cheeses. Whatever you want to call them—dedicated cheese-themed afternoon teas, are back once again.

Food & Drink

Pass The Lime, El Camino Cantina Is Finally Hitting The Gold Coast This Month

Tex-Mex superstar El Camino Cantina is bringing its legendary Tex-Mex menu, frozen Margaritas and all-around good time vibes to the Gold Coast.

Things To Do

Step Up Your Picnic Game At This Avocado Orchard And Cactus Garden

Grab your basket, Tropical Fruit World in the Tweed Valley has opened its avocado orchid and cactus garden for picnics. And you won’t need to bring a thing. 

What's On

Round Up Your Mates, A Bottomless Margarita Lunch Is Happening This Weekend

Just when you thought you had your weekend sorted, Mr. in Nobby Beach have gone and announced they’re launching a bottomless margarita lunch and now everything is in the air. 

Features

Step Into A New Era Of Culpability, TikTok Power And Data Healing

It’s safe to say we have entered a new era of culpability, and we’re wielding a new set of tools to get us there. Gen Z has found political clout to rival Facebook bots, "data healing" aims to harness the manipulative power of ad tech for good and, after iso, introverts are holding court in our extrovert-dominated culture. Elsewhere, media and millennials are under scrutiny, and brands are beginning to show off imperfections in place of purpose washing. 

Restaurants

Hail Down A Tuk Tuk, An Epic Neon-Soaked Asian Eatery Has Just Hit The Gold Coast

​Prepare to be blown away, because your favourite crew from Justin Lane have just thrown open the doors to an incredible, neon-lit Asian eatery and it’s the hottest thing we’ve seen in a long, long time.  

Things To Do

Pull Up A Stool And Make Your Own Gin At The Gold Coast’s Newest Distillery

Make, then sip, your very own bespoke gin thanks to the legends at the Gold Coast’s newest distillery, Wildflower Gin.

Food & Drink

Score A Year’s Worth Of Doughnuts At This Brand New Gold Coast Opening

Get your sweet tooth ready because a Krispy Kreme concept store is opening on the Gold Coast this week and will be dishing up mountains of doughnuts.

Entertainment

Get Ready To Smash Popcorn And Choc Tops, This Gold Coast Cinema Is Finally Re-Opening

After months of lockdown and restrictions, HOTA’s Gold Coast cinema will be officially re-opening this weekend, from Saturday 6 June.

What's On

Get Your Shopping Fix When The Village Markets Fire Back Up This Weekend

Great news, market-hungry Gold Coasters! The Village Markets are re-opening in the flesh this weekend for the first time since the coronavirus forced them to shut their open-air marketplace. 

Features

Take Note, Here’s Everything You Can And Can’t Do In Queensland Right Now

Learn more about Queensland's current coronavirus restrictions.

Features

Hit The Road, Restrictions Have Just Eased And You Can Now Travel Anywhere In Queensland

In the most exciting news of the weekend, Premier Annastacia Palaszczuk has just announced that travel within Queensland will be allowed from 12pm, Monday 1 June. 

Activities & Itineraries

Grab The Popcorn, This Drive-In Theatre Is Now Showing Movies 7 Nights A Week

Yatala Drive-In, the OG socially distanced movie theatre, has reopened with a short but sweet program of recently released movies. 

Restaurants

Book Now, These Gold Coast Restaurants Are Open For Dine-In Meals

Unless you've been living under a rock, you will have heard that some Gold Coast restaurants and cafes have re-opened for dine-in services (for up to 10 people at a time).

Local Escapes

Load Up The 4WD, Fraser, Stradbroke and Moreton Island Are Re-Opening For Day Trips

Start planning your next big day trip, because Fraser Island, Stradbroke Island and Moreton Island are re-opening to visitors. 

What's On

Roll Down Your Windows, Miami Marketta Is Reopening This Weekend As A Drive-Thru Market

Get ready to binge on all your favourite street food this weekend, because Miami Marketta is back in action. 

Features

Ease Your Iso Fatigue, The Premier Just Announced A Three Step Plan To End Lockdown By July

It’s the million-dollar question—when will lockdown end in Queensland? Well, the answer may have been announced today in Prime Minister Scott Morrison's press conference.

What's On

Head For The Backyard, A Meteor Shower Is Lighting Up The Sky This Week

The eta Aquariid meteor shower, which occurs when Earth passes through a stream of debris left by Halley’s Comet each year, is set to light up the sky on Tuesday 5 May.

What's On

Here’s Everything You Can And Can’t Do This Labour Day Long Weekend On The Gold Coast

With the Labour Day long weekend coming up, but COVID-19 hanging over us all, you're probably wondering what you can and can't do. Can I go for a drive? Can I visit my family? Can I go camping? Here's those questions and more, answered.

Bakeries & Delis

Crunch Your Way Through This Home-Delivered DIY Cannoli Box

Just when we thought we’d seen all of the DIY boxes out there, we stumbled across the latest Gold Coast creation; say hello to DIY cannoli boxes. 

Things To Do

Take Note, Here’s Everything You Can And Can’t Do Over The Easter Long Weekend

With an extra long weekend coming up, but COVID-19 hanging over us all, you're probably wondering what you can and can't do. Can I go for a drive? Can I visit my family? Can I go camping? Here's those questions and more, answered.

Features

Steer Clear, These Major Gold Coast Beaches Are Closed

Following on from the big news last week, that many Queensland national parks are now off-limits to visitors, Gold Coast Mayor Tom Tate has just announced three Gold Coast beaches will close tomorrow. 

Features

Put Away Your Hiking Boots, These Queensland National Parks Are Now Closed

Some of Queensland’s major national parks will officially close on Friday 3 April, due to coronavirus. 

Features

Learn What The Latest Lockdown Rules Mean For The Gold Coast This Week

On Sunday, state leaders and the Prime Minister met to determine the next stage in lockdown rules for Australia to curb the spread of the coronavirus.

Features

Freshen Your Digits With Cape Byron Distillery’s New Hand Sanitiser

Drastic times call for drastic measures and if that means turning craft spirits into hand sanitiser, we’re here for it. 

Learn What The New Stage 4 Lockdown Rules Mean For Queensland

Queensland is now in Stage 3 lockdown and we will update this article as we move into stage 4 lockdown restrictions to tackle the spread of Coronavirus.

Features

Keep Up To Date With This Rolling List Of Cancelled Gold Coast Events

After growing concerns around public health, several of the Gold Coast’s major events have been cancelled. 

What's On

Grab $10 Takeaway Sangas And Free Coffee At Mr PP’s For Today Only

In celebration of Mr P.P.'s official deli launch in Southport, drop by this Wednesday 18 March to score a new gourmet sandwich and coffee for just $10. 

Features

The World Is Wild And Everyone Needs To Change, Including Us

How are you going out there? These are strange times so we wanted to take a moment to connect. Because more than ever before, connectivity is everything.

Restaurants

Start Salivating, Labart Has Just Launched An At Home Service

Burleigh restaurant, Labart, is leading the charge amid coronavirus frenzy, closing their dine-in restaurant temporarily and instead offering for the first time ever, a takeaway service.

What's On

Fill Up To The Brim With The Gold Coast’s New All-You-Can-Eat Mexican Night

Time to loosen those belts, because an epic all-you-can-eat Mexican night is coming to the Gold Coast. Prepare your body for an overload of tacos, burritos and quesadillas, all brought to you by Burleigh Heads favourite Margarita Cartel, a bright Mexican eatery with quality eats and drinks to keep you going all night long. 

Things To Do

All The Best Events To Hit Up On The Gold Coast This March

Summer might be over, but March just so happens to be one of the most action-packed months of the year! 

Markets & Food Events

Eat Your Weight In Arancini And Meatballs At This Epic All-You-Can-Eat Night

Salt Meats Cheese in Surfers Paradise are hosting an all-you-can-eat arancini and meatball night, and we’re already drooling. 

Food & Drink

Cue The Romance, Betty’s Burgers Is Bringing Back Its Limited-Edition Lobster Roll

Betty's Burgers famous lobster roll is back for another limited run, just in time for Valentine's Day.

Features

This Summer Has Been Catastrophic For Bushfires In Australia, Here’s How You Can Help

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.

Restaurants

Knock Back Oysters And Martinis At The Calile’s New SK Steak And Oyster

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.

Local Escapes

Meet The Aussie Travel Start-Up That Will Challenge Your Love For Airbnb

Riparide is an exciting booking platform encouraging us city dwellers to unplug from the daily grind and head outdoors in search of fulfilling moments. And what’s best—Riparide is an Australian start-up. 

What's On

Save The Date, A Huge Rosé Festival Is Popping Up Next Month

Queenslanders, it's time to dust down those glad rags, pop on your best lippy or dapper tie and celebrate the not-so-humble blush bevvy that is rosé, because the annual festivus that is Rosé Revolution is back! 

Activities & Itineraries

You’ll Be Able To Scale Cliffs Along This Epic New South East Queensland Hiking Track

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. 

Food & Drink

Brace Yourselves, Hellenika Announces A New Restaurant For Summer

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. 

Features

Unleash Your Inner Child, Gold Coast Is Getting A Massive Official LEGO Store

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 Robina Town Centre as the location of one its new LEGO® Certified Stores.

Food & Drink

Prepare To Party, Surfers Paradise Beer Gardens Unveils Its Mega Makeover

Surfers Paradise’s Beer Garden re-opens this weekend after a multi-million-dollar renovation, pouring a welcomed breath of fresh air into the underutilised space and taking full advantage of its prime location.

Features

Stone & Wood’s Backyard Invitational Beer Fest Is Here And Let’s Drink To That

Big news just in! The burgeoning local beer scene shows no sign of slowing down, with the announcement of yet another seriously legit beer event—the Backyard Invitational Gold Coast, hosted by Stone & Wood.

What's On

A Mammoth Gin Festival Is Popping Up This Spring

You heard it here first, Gold Coast, a huge festival featuring our favourite clear beverage is coming to the sunshine state and we’re almost drunk with excitement!

Things To Do

The Decider | 9 Spots To Catch State Of Origin This Week

It’s State of Origin time and we’ve got the best places for you to get your game on across the Gold Coast. Whether you’re a Maroon or Blues supporter, there’s nothing like watching the game live and loud with a crowd. We’ve compiled the best places to ingest the game, along with some good grub and bargain beverages to wash it all down. Win or lose, you’ll be happy you hit up these GC greats for Wednesday’s kick off.

Things To Do

An Enchanting Light Festival Is Coming To The Coast

If you’re looking to add a bit of magic to your winter, we have news for you! A light festival is coming to 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.

Things To Do

Hype Up, A Giant Interactive Candy Museum Has Opened On The Coast

Prepare for the biggest sugar rush of your life, because Sugar Republic is finally arriving on the Gold Coast this winter. This incredible pop-up Insta-museum is dedicated to the celebration of ice cream, lollies and all things sweet through a series of amazing sensory rooms. 

Food & Drink

Pop The Champagne, Burleigh Pavilion Has Launched A Boozy Bottomless Brunch

Just when we thought our favourite beachside hangout couldn’t get any better, it goes and combines two of our favourite things, bubbles and brunch! 

Food & Drink

A Seafood And Gin Feast Is Hitting The Coast And This Is What You Need To Know

Forget staying in this winter, the Gold Coast restaurant scene is seriously booming with epic (and incredibly tasty) feasts. Mark your diaries for Sunday 30 June because Burleigh faves Restaurant Labart are teaming up with Byron tipple kings, Brookie’s Gin for one delicious day. 

Food & Drink

Hit Up This New Beachside Café For Epic Breakfasts And Good Vibes

Among the many excellent things we offer here on the Gold Coast, smooth coffee and epic little eateries are absolutely at the top of the bragging list. It does mean we’re often spoilt for choice but thankfully we’re here to seek out the best spots, so you can start your day right. Enter, Sisterhood Coffee, Palm Beach’s newest addition to the café scene—and we guarantee you’re going to love her. 

Entertainment

Hype Up, TYGA Is Headlining This Epic Gold Coast Music Festival

Forget nominating a DD to ship you and your crew down to Byron or up to Brisbane so you can catch international superstars perform, because the Gold Coast just scored the most epic music festival ever!

Food & Drink

A Dedicated Patrón Bar Has Popped Up In Palm Beach

If the cold winter nights have got you huddled up on the couch binging Netflix, we’ve got the perfect excuse to get you out of your funk. Palm Beach favourite, The Collective, have teamed up with Patrón to create a whimsical, resort-style pop-up bar like no other.

Things To Do

Why You Need To Hit Up This Cocktail-Slinging Art Class

While we love catching up with our mates at the bar, there’s just something about creative boozy workshops that has us hooked. So, we’re stoked to announce that another sip and paint night is coming to the Gold Coast.

Food & Drink

Where To Find 5 Of The Tastiest Seafood Buffets On The Gold Coast

If there’s one thing we know well on the Gold Coast, it’s fresher than fresh seafood. And the only thing better than seafood? A jam-packed buffet full of it. Fortunately for us, the Coast is home to a whole bunch of tasty, all-you-can-eat options. To ensure you get the best fill possible, here are the Gold Coast’s best seafood buffets, so that you, your mate, and that discreet side-pocket on your bag are ready. 

Things To Do

Get Cosy At The Collective’s Christmas In July Feast

If you’ve longed for a white Christmas, then we’ve got good news for you. Pull on those gaudy Christmas jumpers because The Collective is transforming into a winter wonderland.

Health + Wellness

A Vegan, Organic Nail Salon Has Opened In Burleigh And It’s Seriously Beautiful

First of all, forget everything you thought knew and had come to expect from a nail salon. Because Burleigh newbie, ERVA is the total opposite. The vegan and organic salon is welcome addition to the beauty scene in a time where we’re more conscious of what we’re putting in and on our bodies.

Restaurants

Incredible Destination Restaurants Every Foodie Must Visit At Least Once

There are some incredible restaurants within a leisurely drive from the Gold Coast that should be on everyone’s weekend to-do list. 

Entertainment

The Hanlon Brothers On Beats, Beaches And Burgers

Sipping a cold one and blissing out to the soulful sounds of the Hanlon Brothers is a rite of passage on the Gold Coast. Whether it’s at The Island Rooftop for a Sunday session or a late-night groove in IKU’s back bar, you’d be hard pressed to find someone who hasn’t fallen for the lovable trio’s smooth beats. 

Food & Drink

Become A Cocktail Connoisseur At This Mixology Masterclass

We’re big fans of sipping a cocktail in the sunshine. And while we appreciate a good tipple, we’re also partial to making them too. Enter Hyde Paradiso’s new Mixology Masterclasses. You’ll want to grab your mates and head directly to the beachside eatery. Held in their private Sgroppino Room, you’ll have your own bar plus floor-to-ceiling ocean views. 

Food & Drink

Inside Look | Madam Fu Is Slinging Asian Beers And Sichuan Snapper Bao

We’ve been huge fans of Fu Manchu on Chevron Island since its inception back in 2016. So, when we found out they were opening a sister venue, we were buzzing to get inside, and we can confirm it’s just as tasty as we’d hoped. Located on Isle of Capri in the Capri on Via Roma precinct, Madam Fu is sitting pretty on the edge of the centre boasting lush waterside views. There’s even a public boat ramp so if you’d like to arrive in style via the water, you can!

Features

Host Your Next Party In This Jaw-Dropping Glasshouse

Since their amazing renos back in 2017, The Island has been our go-to for sweet little staycations and epic Sunday sessions at their rooftop bar and penthouse. But now, the venue is going one better, with plans to open The Glasshouse in November. And trust us when we say you’re going to want to have your next shindig here. 

Things To Do

Rug Up, A Month-Long Winter Festival Is Taking Over Burleigh

Call us crazy but we think winter is one of the best times to be on the Gold Coast. Where else do you get crisp mornings that turn into endless sunny days? Turns out we’re not the only ones who dig this season, with the Burleigh Winter Solstice Festival returning to the seaside suburb this year. 

Things To Do

14 Unmissable Events To Check Out This June

Sure, we may complain about the frosty mornings, but really, we don’t have winter too bad in these parts, especially when the GC are putting on some seriously stellar events. And there is absolutely no way we are accepting an ‘it’s too cold’ excuse not to get in on food fests, fireworks competitions and Cooly Rocks On! Here are the best things to do on the Gold Coast this June.

Things To Do

Everything You Need To Know About Gold Coast Green Week

We all (hopefully) understand the importance of being Green. It is 2019, after all. Living a sustainable and responsible life is no longer a choice, it’s the only option. From a local perspective, caring for the earth means caring for the Gold Coast’s stunning beaches, clean water, amazing hinterland and diverse wildlife. Enter Gold Coast Green Week, a ten-day festival of activities that celebrate our incredible local environment. This year’s line-up consists of over forty-five events hosted by a range of community organisations and businesses.

Travel

Discover Alternate Dimensions At This Jaw-Dropping Art Installation

Immersive art installations are taking over the world. From the Yayoi Kusama Infinity Rooms to Desert X in Coachella Valley, people are traveling far and wide to experience the indescribable. Enter Meow Wolf, the latest, and no doubt long-lasting, darling of the art world. The artistic collective, which started in the US way back in 2008, has grown from a group of rag tag artists to a multi-million-dollar enterprise that has secured funding from Game Of Thrones creator George R. R. Martin.

Beauty

Take A Look At YSL’s Pop-Up Beauty Gas Station In The Californian Desert

YSL is turning heads again at this year’s Coachella Music Festival, with their extravagant beauty gas station on route 111 in Palm Springs, California.

Restaurants

Inside Look | Hyde Paradiso Brings European Summer Vibes To The Coast

The temperature might be dropping but the opening of Hyde Paradiso this week means we can enjoy an endless summer thanks to its stunning 180-degree beach views and Amalfi Coast-inspired interior.

Beauty

Splash That Cash, Fenty Beauty Is About To Drop Non-Transfer Bronzer

While we all wait around for the release of her latest album to drop, Rihanna’s been busy expanding her Fenty Beauty empire and gearing up for northern hemisphere’s spring weather.

Food & Drink

Why This Burleigh Boutique Sports Bar Is Our New Fave Hangout

Forget everything you thought you knew about sports bars because Harry’s Steak Bistro and Bar in Burleigh is changing the game. 

Food & Drink

Hyde Paradiso Is Set To Open It’s First Australian Venue On The Coast

A renowned American hospitality brand to the stars is set to launch their first Australian venue in our very own backyard. Hospitality legends, Hyde, are known for producing epic party venues in Los Angeles, Miami and Vegas, with everyone from the Kardashians to Jennifer Lopez  as regular patrons. The new venue, Hyde Paradiso, is setting up shop at Peppers Soul in Surfers Paradise, taking over the space formerly occupied by Seaduction. Which means incredible coastal views.

Things To Do

Celebrate International Women’s Day At This Awesome All-Female Art Exhibit

If you’re looking for a way to check out some local talent this International Women’s Day, be sure to head to the Level Up Gallery at The Strand in Coolangatta for their Under The Milky Way exhibition.

Food & Drink

Inside Look: Kokum Delivers Modern Indian To The Coast

While Indian food isn’t always synonymous with fine dining, Kokum, the Gold Coast’s latest new opening, is absolutely changing the game with their refined, modern and mouth-watering offerings. Taking up residence at the luxurious hotel Palazzo Versace, the waterfront restaurant is the perfect spot for a long lunch featuring a dramatic brass bar and ample outdoor seating overlooking the marina. 

Beauty

Lush Has Just Dropped A Full Ariana Grande-Inspired Line

When Lush dropped a bath bomb inspired by Ariana Grande’s ‘God Is A Woman’ music video in 2018, it sold out in minutes. The pastel-hued bath accessory went viral and has since proven so popular the vegan beauty giant has released an entire, and permanent, product line honouring the singer.

Beauty

Motion-Activated Skincare Is Here And It’s Changing Our Skincare Habits

The latest technologies in skincare are pushing the envelope on traditional topical serums and creams; physically triggered and ath-beauty products are specifically designed to work with the natural heat that your skin gives off (during, or just after a workout, are ideal times for application), providing a more effective, deeper penetrating product.

Things To Do

Everything You Need To See At This Year’s Spiegeltent

We all know and love the Gold Coast’s famous culture and arts festival Bleach, but this year’s addition to the cultural celebrations will make the 2019 version one to remember. For the first time ever, production company Strut and Fret have announced their Spiegeltent concept; a kaleidoscope of world-class entertainment all under one massive tent. And when we say entertainment, we mean all kinds of it.

Travel

Transport Yourself To A Digital Water Universe At Shanghai’s Newest Instagrammable Art Exhibition

Have you ever wanted to jump into The Little Mermaid and witness the underwater world full of magic for yourself? Well, now you can stop imagining, book flights to Shanghai and make your dreams come true.

Beauty

The 5 Products You Need From MAC’s Kawaii Bloom Collection

With spring and Japan’s annual cherry blossom season approaching fast in the northern hemisphere, MAC Cosmetics has launched a pastel-hued limited-edition range, Boom Boom Bloom, just in time for the seasonal change.

Features

These Celebrity Chefs Are Posting Food Porn Pics For A Cause

A handful of local and international celebrity chefs are hoping to break the internet this week, posting some very suggestive looking dishes on their social media accounts—all in the name of a good cause.

Features

Bioderma’s Cult Micelle Solution Just Released A Game-Changing Limited Edition

Hinting at changes it would make to its famous bottle way back in 2017, Bioderma has released a very limited run of its Sensibo H20 Micelle Solution formula with a reverse pump in 500ml size.

Here’s Where To Get Oreo’s Limited Edition ‘White Stuf’ Lip Balm

In an unpredictable 2019 twist, the world’s most famous ‘cookie’ is taking its iconic monochromatic product and turning it into a lip balm.

What's On

This Year’s Super Bowl Will Feature Male Cheerleaders For The First Time

It’s that time of year once again, Super Bowl Sunday—well, Monday for us.

Beauty

Summer Fridays Just Released A New Face Mask To Save Your Summer Skin Woes

Beauty mavericks Summer Fridays all but broke the internet late last year when the company announced that it would now be stocked in Australia and New Zealand.

Features

The World’s First Ever Party Yacht Is Cruising Into The Gold Coast

There’s nothing we love more than an opportunity to spend the day out at sea, with a cocktail in hand. 

Fashion

The Entire Supreme Skate Deck Collection Is About To Be Auctioned Off

In what will be one of the biggest Supreme auctions to date, Fuller is selling his collection of Supreme decks – did we mention he’s collected every single one?

Fashion

Adidas Originals And Alexander Wang Have Just Announced A Camping Fashion Range

Alexander Wang and adidas Originals have just hit us with their fourth season 18-piece unisex capsule collection, and we're going camping. 

Features

This Global Beauty Giant Just Received The Cruelty-Free Seal Of Approval

The globally-recognised Leaping Bunny Certification (courtesy of Cruelty Free International) is not just given out on the fly; it’s the most highly sought-after certificate in the world for recognising companies’ dedication to an animal testing-free beauty industry.

Fashion

Here’s Your First Look At The Levi’s x Supreme Collab

It’s a firm yes from me. Supreme continues their hot streak of collabs and I’m calling it – this could be one of the best they’ve given us this year.

Fashion

Take A Look At Virgil Abloh’s Debut Louis Vuitton Release

Get hyped guys, we’ve been blessed with a first look at Virgil Abloh’s debut Louis Vuitton collection. 

TV & Movies

Clear Your Diaries Because Australia’s About To Get Two New Streaming Services

Christmas has come early this year guys. And if you ask me it’s the best kind of present – one that won’t leave you grimacing and forcing a “I love it”, when in reality it’s possibly the fuggliest thing you’ve ever seen.

Fashion

Supreme X The North Face Just Dropped Their AW18 Capsule

In just two days, the latest collection from our fav collab pals Supreme and The North Face will be unleashed online much to the delight of hypebeasts everywhere.

Beauty

Here’s Your First Look At MAC’s New Holiday Collection

I know we’re been doing the whole no-make-up-make-up for a while but if you’re looking to hit it hard, look no further.

Fashion

Alexander Wang X Uniqlo Are About To Drop A New Underwear Range

Tell me, what’s the most excited you’ve ever been about buying underwear? Well, triple that.