• Feature

    From Hawker Centres to Michelin-Starred Restaurants: Here's Your Ultimate Singapore Food (And Drinks) Guide

    If you're a true blue foodie, you should seriously consider getting over to Singapore.

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    Embark on a One-of-a-Kind Foodie Holiday Around Singapore

    We went on this trip with Chef Nelly Robinson and can't wait for you to experience it for yourselves.

  • News

    Coming Soon: Oasis Is the Three-Level Floating Bar That's About to Start Cruising the Brisbane River

    Catering to 500 guests, Brisbane's new $10-million party boat will get sailing by day and night soundtracked by DJs.

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    Lune's Limited-Edition Twice-Baked Finger Bun Croissants Are Back to Make April Even Tastier

    This time, they're on the menu alongside choc-orange pains au chocolat.

  • Guide

    Six of the Most Impressive Restaurant Bars in Australia

    Sure, these venues might be known for their food — but their excellent bar programs make them worthy pitstops for drinks, too.

  • Guide

    Brisbane's Best Dog-Friendly Bars, Cafes and Restaurants

    All of your friends — most importantly, those furry ones with four legs — are welcome at these friendly haunts.

Latest Guides
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    Now Open: Hijinx Hotel Has Launched Its First OTT Brisbane Challenge Room Bar at Chermside

    First came Holey Moley, and now this New York hotel-themed games bar has set up shop at the northside shopping centre.

  • Feature

    Nelly Robinson on NEL's New Degustation Menu Inspired By Singapore

    Lauded for his innovative (and occasionally kooky) themed degustation menus, Chef Nelly Robinson gives us the low-down on the upcoming menu inspired by the sights and flavours of Singapore.

  • News

    A Sip From Melbourne Distillery The Gospel Was Just Named Australia's Best Whiskey

    The distillery's Straight Rye Whiskey scored big at the International Wine & Spirit Competition, also ranking as the second best rye whisky in the world.

  • News

    Brisbane Powerhouse's Hugely Popular Night Feast Will Return in October with More Food, Drinks and Art

    More than 125,000 people went along to the neon-lit night market's debut run, with 67,258 wontons, 28,352 skewers and 6306 oysters eaten.

  • News

    Ben & Jerry's Is Bringing Back Free Cone Day for the First Time Since 2019

    For eight delicious hours on Monday, April 3, the ice cream brand is scooping up freebies.

  • News

    Now Open (Again): The Wickham Is Welcoming Brisbanites Back in Following a $3.1-Million Makeover

    The Fortitude Valley pub's latest incarnation includes a weather-proofed beer garden, late-night snacks, monthly drag brunches and a dedicated food menu for dogs.

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    Eight Grown-Up Easter Treats to Hunt Down Around Brisbane in 2023

    You're never too old for this Easter hunt, especially when there's cocktails in chocolate bunnies and hot cross cruffins to track down and devour.

  • News

    Cocktail Porter's DIY Messina Cocktails in Easter Eggs Are Back and Ready to Be Delivered to Your Door

    If you're not drinking salted caramel cocktails out of Easter eggs, is it really Easter?

  • News

    British Chef Marco Pierre White Is Whipping Up a One-Night-Only Four-Course Dinner on the Gold Coast

    On a detour from this speaking tour, the acclaimed culinary figure is heading to HOTA, Home of the Arts to co-curate a meal for 80 diners.

  • News

    Edward Street's 168-Year-Old Victory Hotel Has Reopened Under New Management Ahead of a Huge Revamp

    Its heritage facade will remain, but expect an interior transformation under Athena Group, who expect to lodge a development application in 2024.

  • News

    Los Felix Is Woolloongabba's New Hole-in-the-Wall Taqueria Serving Southern California-Style Mexican Bites

    The crew behind Sasso Italiano, Casa Chow and South City Wine is now slinging tacos, tostadas, mezcal and margs at this new inner-east spot.

  • News

    Chocolate Brand Mork and The Gospel Distillery Have Created a Cacao Husk Liqueur for Easter

    The Melbourne duo has transformed leftover single-origin cacao husks into a rich, fruity spirit — but there's only a limited number of bottles up for grabs.

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    Paniyiri Is Bringing Its Huge Two-Day Greek Celebration Back to Its May Time Slot in 2023

    Get ready for loukoumades, souvlaki and haloumi aplenty at Brisbane's annual ode to Greek food, booze and culture at Musgrave Park.

  • News

    Viral Recipe Queen Alison Roman Is Coming to Australia for the First Time to Chat About Home Cooking

    The New York-based cook, writer and ‘Sweet Enough’ author will chat through #TheCookies, #ThePasta, #TheDip and more.

  • Feature

    Tradition Meets Technique: Three Hospo Heavyweights on the Enduring Nature of Japanese Food in Australia

    When it comes to Japanese cuisine, the beauty's in the seasonality and the considered simplicity.

  • News

    Now Open: Lait Noir Is the New Edward Street Cafe Adding Parisian Vibes to Brisbane's Coffee Scene

    Brisbane's CBD has a sleek new go-to for caffeine, pastries, and bacon and egg croque toasties.

  • News

    Save the Date: Pinot Palooza Is Returning to Its Spring Timing for Its 2023 East Coast Tour

    Australia's pinot parties are back, hitting up Sydney, Brisbane and Melbourne in October.

  • News

    South Bank's Bacchus Is Dishing Up a 'Hamilton'-Themed Dessert on Its Pre-Theatre Dining Menu

    You've got until April 23 to see Lin-Manuel Miranda's smash-hit musical in Brisbane — and tuck into a star-topped tiramisu inspired by the show.

  • News

    KitKat Is Following Up Its Milo Collaboration with a New Nostalgic Milkybar Range

    Have a break, have the wafer-filled white chocolate bar of your childhood dreams in three varieties.

  • News

    Messina Is Bringing Back Its Gelato-Filled Eggs for the Ultimate Easter Sweet Treat

    You can also order a handmade Messina milk chocolate egg filled with six rocher balls.

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    Brisbane Powerhouse's Neon-Lit Night Feast Is Extending Its Hours for Its Final Two March Weekends

    Forget the name — this excuse to eat, drink and check out art installations by the river is adding some more daylight to its debut run.

  • News

    Surfers Paradise's Old Hard Rock Cafe Is Set to Become a 900-Person Brewpub Pouring 4 Pines Beers

    The giant guitar is gone, with a sports bar and brewpub featuring the Gold Coast’s largest island bar taking its place from summer 2024.

  • Feature

    Bartender Tom Egerton on What Makes Hong Kong's Cocktail Scene One of the Best in the World

    Year after year, Hong Kong cocktail haunts make the list of the World's Best Bars. How do they do it?

  • News

    This Aussie Distillery Is Elevating Easter with a New Edition of Its Hot Cross Bun-Inspired Rum

    The Grove's latest limited-edition release tastes like a hot cross bun in a glass — and it's available to order now in time for your Easter celebrations.

  • Feature

    Kisumé Executive Chef Yonge Kim on Plating Up Modern Takes of Traditional Japanese Dishes

    "Local ingredients, traditional methods. When you go to have a pizza in New York, it’s not the same as Milan. But, there’s nothing wrong with it… every food is localised.”

  • News

    Archie Rose's Latest Tipple Is a Bottled Lamington Cocktail That's Landed Just in Time for Easter

    Swap chocolate eggs for this boozy take on the classic Australian dessert, which tastes like dark chocolate, raspberry and honeycomb.

  • News

    The Wickham Is Reopening with a Revamped Beer Garden and New Indoor Spaces After a $3.1-Million Makeover

    It's been 138 years since this Fortitude Valley pub first opened its doors — and now its beloved beer garden will be weather-proofed.

  • News

    Lune's Highly Sought-After Hot Cross Cruffins Are Returning for Another Delicious Easter

    Forget plain old croissant-muffin hybrids — Lune's Easter version throws hot cross buns into the mix as well, and they always sell out.

  • News

    Nigella Lawson Is Returning to Australia This Autumn to Share Her Culinary Secrets

    Get tips from the food icon at in-conversation events in Sydney and Melbourne in May.

  • Feature

    A CP Writer — and Seasoned Hong Kong Local — on What He Can't Wait to Experience on His Next Visit

    Now that Hong Kong has reopened to Aussie travellers, it's time to head over and explore this vibrant city's best bits.

  • News

    This Pub Chain Is Hosting a Week-Long Espresso Martini Festival at 200-Plus Australian Bars

    Sip martinis all day for an entire week at venues around the country, all to celebrate World Espresso Martini Day.

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    Just In: Lune's Sibling Wine Bar Butler Has Permanently Closed Its South Brisbane Doors

    "We’ve hosted a few amazing parties, drank an incredible amount of beautiful wine and crafted dishes that will remain in our memories. We very much hope they stay in yours, too."

  • News

    Now Open: Ardo's Is Newstead's New Neighbourhood Wine Bar and Bottle Shop From the City Winery Team

    Carl's Bar and Bistro's former home on Wyandra Street is now serving a curated range of vino to sip onsite and take away, plus pintxos, cheese and charcuterie.

  • News

    Just In: Three Blue Ducks Is Closing Its W Brisbane Restaurant After Five Years

    Before it says farewell, the chain's only Brisbane site will spend April and May serving up a best-of menu of dishes.

  • News

    Now Open: Rumba Is Fortitude Valley's New Cuban-Inspired Venue From the Lina and Soko Crew

    Now open in Evita's old St Paul's Terrace digs, this newcomer serves up tequila-heavy cocktails and does $25 all-you-can-eat tacos once a week.

  • Feature

    Celebrating the Relationship Between Chef and Diner with Alex Yu from Yugen, Melbourne's Newest Omakase Experience

    "Omakase is more about the personal experience between guest and chef. Chefs always study their guests' eating habits — what does he like? What didn't she like? You remember next time and you change the menu for your guest."

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