The Good Guide | Edn 33 | Autumn Winter Brisbane 2017 by The Good Guide

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FUN, FLIRTY & FABULOUS

Hi there good looking, fancy meeting you here. Let’s have some fun. Wink wink nudge nudge. It’s time to spread our wings and explore.

The winds of change are whistling through your wardrobe as the weather changes, ready to grace us with the welcome cooler months ahead. Dust off your boots and beanies - tis’ the season to be snuggly. There’s something about that crisp air that just takes our (foggy) breath away. Enjoy brisk morning walks, movie marathons, red wine and delicious dinners, fabulous fashion, endless coffee dates, edgy art, local plays, book clubs and seeking out Brisbane’s cosiest bars to unwind in. Cool weather and the city are a match made in heaven! It’s coats and the city meets fifty shades of fun. Time to get funk’n’saxy - listen to live music, it’ll warm your soul.

This book of local goodness will help you find the best in your nest. Dress for success. Be fearless. Fight the flow. You do you and we’ll help you shine brightly you crazy diamond. The gold bird’s got the word from the streets for the most magnificent, the best of the best, the award-winning and the hither-to unknown. We’re the professionals of the party, the buffs of Brisbane and we’re about to let you in on our secrets. So before you turn the page, straighten up, look your best, love your body, down some whiskey.... because we’re going to take you on a ride. Best be ready. Let’s fly....

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MAP | LOCATION

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SPECIALTY | TO IMPRESS

FASHION | PREEN | ACTIVE

COLOUR ME FLAVOUR

LOCAL IS LOVELY

BAR CULTURE

HOME | ENTERTAINMENT

WEST END SESSIONS

THE CREMA | EARLY BIRDS

CRAFT BEER | COCKTAILS

GOOD FOOD | FOR THE FOODIES

CATCHMENT BREWING CO

EXPLORE PORTSIDE WHARF

EXPLORE GOLD COAST

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THE GOOD GUIDE

ASHGROVE

KELVIN GROVE

RED HILL

BARDON PADDINGTON SPR

AUCHENFLOWER

BRIS

WEST END

TOOWONG HIGHGATE HILL

INDOOROOPILLY

ST LUCIA

CHELMER

YERONGA

BOWEN HILLS

NEWSTEAD BULIMBA

RING HILL TENERIFFE

KANGAROO POINT

FAIRFIELD

ANNERLEY HAWTHORNE

BALMORAL

NEW FARM MORNINGSIDE

SBANE

EAST BRISBANE NORMAN PARK

COORPAROO

WOOLLOONGABBA

GREENSLOPES SEVEN HILLS

CAMP HILL

HERSTON

FASHIONABLE FEATHERS ....................................................................................................................................................... KAF.TANNED

FALLOW w. kaftanned.com.au Browse the many colours of Kaf.Tanned. This tanning apparel, beach wear and bridal robes label is going places. The dynamic Brisbabes duo, Amber and Jade Castle created a fun, quirky and accessible range with effortless pieces of clothing that looks great and makes tanning easy! Stocked at tanning salons or click online to purchase. Love this label.

St, Fortitude Valley p. 07 3854 0155 w. fallow.com.au Level 1, 354 Brunswick Fallow presents men’s brands not readily available in Australia with a focus on craftsmanship and quality. You’ll find monochrome avant-garde designer labels alongside hand-crafted jewellery and exquisite objects. Blurring the line between men’s and women’s fashion with a hint of androgyny. Enter the black door or shop online.

PREEN & PAMPER ....................................................................................................................................................... 29 Florence St, Teneriffe p. 07 3252 0130 w. studioashhair.com.au h. check website + fb Let the talented team transform your hair to bring out your best look with creative cutting, colour techniques and edgy extensions. Enjoy your service, sip a refreshing beverage and relax. Did we mention the free parking? Lights, camera, scissors!

STUDIO ASH HAIR

Fortitude Valley + The Barracks (Petrie Tce) w. brooklynbeautybar.com.au Offering a tailored and luxurious experience, Brooklyn Beauty Bar combines the best in beauty therapy with old school New York glamour. Pamper and preen at this gentlewoman’s club with a side of indulgence, gin and champagne. #yes

BrooklyN BEAUTY BAR

ACTIVE LIVING .......................................................................................................................................................

76 Commercial Rd, Teneriffe p. 07 3852 3938 w. functionwell.com.au h. 24/7 A complete health club for optimal fitness, based on nutrition, movement and restoration. Offering group classes, yoga, CrossFit, barre, sleep pods, sauna, steam room, practitioners, state of the art equipment and more. This really is Brisbane’s most personalised and effective training so you can function well.

FUNCTION WELL

76 Commercial Rd, Teneriffe p. 07 3252 7722 w. inspirecycle.com.au Be lead on a breath-taking, music thumping, whole body journey that will leave you euphoric, energised and ready to take on the world. Join the cardio party in the Inpirational Spin Chamber or tone, define and chisel your body in the Barre and AntiGravity Studio. Inspiration is the soul, sweat is the goal. #addictive

INSPIRECYCLE

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THE NEW GARDE 25/ 76 Doggett St, Newstead p. 0412 482 999 w. thenewgarde.co A group of collaborators who design and actualise innovative, experimental, trailblazing and revolutionary concepts. A co-working start up studio for fashion designers and entrepreneurs. The HQ housing a vibrant network of fashion specialists with a host of strategic partners. Taking the designer direct to market online and instore. Oh yeah! i -EBIKE w. i-ebike.com fb. @iebikeaustralia Electric bikes are the new green. Makes parking a breeze, and commuting so much fun. It’s easy, affordable and you can even fold an i-EZi bike up and take on the bus, city cat or train. Recharge your phone or laptop on the go, travel in style, pump up the gears to easily navigate any hills and love life on an i-ebike. All the cool cats are doing it for a reason. It’s cool. #iebikefun

SIRROMET WINES 850-938 Mount Cotton Rd, Mt Cotton p. 07 3206 2999 w. sirromet.com Sirromet wines represent the pure sophistication and uniqueness of Queensland wines. This family owned and run winery has it all; vineyards, state-of-the-art winery, cellar door, Tuscan Terrace, Lurleen’s restaurant, online delivery and regular ‘Day on the Green’ events. They’ve got 886 prestigious awards so far for a reason.

LUXE GLOBAL w. luxeglobal.com.au m. 0433 022 291 Exclusive travel, tour and event specialists created by Brisbane’s Tika Roberte. Offering deluxe tours with sass and style. Live the life you deserve with the upcoming Dubai tours. Think desert safari’s, 5 star hotels, dining under an aquarium, seeing the sights by helicopter... Grab your girlfriends, it’s like Sex and the City meets fifty shades of luxe. #glamourwanderlust

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LOCAL IS LOVELY

HOME SWEET HOME .......................................................................................................................................................

HOO CERAMICS

fb. @hooceramics insta. @hoo_ceramics Beautiful handmade ceramics by the talented Natalie Hoo. Each creation is individually designed and stamped with its own unique character. Created with an equal amount of care, effort and respect so you can lovingly place in your home. Hoo pieces are sexier than Demi Moore in Ghost. #locallove

MISS FANCY PLANTS

Jan Power’s Farmers Markets | Brisbane Powerhouse w. missfancyplants.website Green is the new black. Indoor and outdoor greenery in beautiful, stylish on-trend planters for your home or work style needs. The perfect gift with succulents, cactus, fiddle leaf figs and plants galore. Plants make people happy! #urbanjungle Cnr James + Harcourt Sts, New Farm w. theodorehomewares.squarespace.com A chic homewares boutique collecting special items for you to add layers, life, luxury and personality to your space. A beautiful concept that really has no boundaries. There’s something for everyone; luxury cushions, interior decorating and stunning speciality homewares. Starring Australian designers and local artisans.

THEODORE HOMEWARES

ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT ....................................................................................................................................................... Level 1, 151 Baroona Rd, Rosalie p. 07 3876 4566 w. blueroomcinebar.com h. Mon – Sun 10 – 10 Comfy chairs within intimate theatres are now showing all of the latest films. Impress, indulge and order delicious fare and drinks delivered to your chair. Cool, quirky, independent and recently got a brand new look. Shhh… the movie’s starting!

BLUE ROOM CINEBAR

THE ZOO

711 Ann St, Fortitude Valley p. 07 3854 1381 w. thezoo.com.au Get in the wild with this iconic Valley live music venue, roam with the cool cats, drink with the fashionable flock and listen to the tigers of the music scene as they roar with original tunes bound to leave you wanting more...

NEW FARM CINEMAS

701 Brunswick St, New Farm p. 07 3358 4444 w. newfarmcinemas.com.au This iconic cinema is looking fabulous and boasts six state of the art theatres with superb sound. Experience movies in hip art deco comfort for your viewing pleasure. Why not become a Purple Club member and enjoy the benefits.

THE TRIFFID

7-9 Stratton St, Newstead p. 07 3171 3001 w thetriffid.com.au With one hell of a rock god behind it, led by Powderfingers former bassist John Collins (JC). The Triffid has quickly turned into the must play Brisbane venue. An old commercial hanger revamped into an uber cool urban music venue. And an abundance of cool local and touring acts here all year round. Funk’n’saxy.

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98 Main St, Kangaroo Point w. pukcollective.com.au I can’t find Funky Town on google maps, but I know where Puk is at (it’s just as cool). Delicious brekky and brunch options and Byron Moonshine coffee. You’ll love this dynamic art gallery come espresso bar come pop-up space. Get puk’d in style under the bridge. And we all sipped happily ever after...

PUK COLLECTIVE

BLACKSTAR COFFEE ROASTERS

Brisbane City + West End w. blackstarcoffeecom.au Much more than just quality conscious coffee, Blackstar is a way of life. Brilliant baristas, terrific training, sublime service, the perfect brew, cold press... The East Brisbane roastery is now spreading the love with wholesale so you can drink Blackstar in even more cafes. Brisbane’s original coffee culture and pinnacle of specialty coffee.

372 Brunswick St, Fortitude Valley fb. @reverendsfinecoffee Wanderers, hipsters and locals know where to find the creme de la creme of cremas in Brisbane. Join the brew-therhood to delight in coffee served with charisma and charm. Reverends offers up fine flavours and is now open at nights for the holy spirit (whiskey, wine and boutique beer!). Amen!

REVERENDS FINE COFFEE & BAR

EARLY BIRDS ....................................................................................................................................................... Shop 8, Cnr Clive St & Ipswich Rd, Annerley p. 07 3162 0260 w. littleclive.com.au h. 7 days This all day brunch selection dishes up food that is more real and honest than confession. Indulge in savoury and sweet tastebud sensations. Pristine presentation of tangy colours on perfectly cooked meals. The burgers are better at Little Clive. Dog friendly + licensed = perfection!

LITTLE CLIVE CAFE

88 La Trobe Tce, Paddington p. 07 3369 0600 w. sassafrafoods.com.au h. Mon – Wed 7 - 3, Thu - Sun 7 - 9 Breakfast and a canteen lunch served seven days in a worker’s cottage and leafy backyard garden. It’s good, wholesome food with vegan, vegetarian and glutenfree options. Iconic, welcoming (even for dogs) and still one of Brisbane’s best.

SASSAFRAS CANTEEN

THE PRIORY KITCHEN

Shop 4, 855 Stanley St, Woolloongabba p. 07 3172 0668 w. thepriorykitchen.com.au The newest venture from the talented duo who created Pablo in New Farm. Boasting Brisbane’s best breakfast, with a casual feel with locally sourced produce. With an exciting and quirky menu that regularly changes with innovative ideas, the food is simple, fresh and creative. Did we mention it’s licensed? #winning

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GOOD FOOD .......................................................................................................................................................

THE LONG ROAD BAR & EATERY 726 Brunswick St, New Farm p. 07 3608 7857 w. thelongroad.com.au Bringing European elegance to New Farm, and a fresh vibrant menu with fare that will capture your imagination and tastebuds with an explosion of flavour. Did we mention fines wines, decadent cocktails, all you can eat mussels night and sublime service? YES!

Chingón

This simple but stunning taquería focuses on the small but mighty aspect of Mexican food, tacos and traditional Mexican shared style dishes. From the great Eagle Lane, Brisbane City p. 0405 414 131 w. chingonbrisbane.co.au h. Mon –Thu 11.30 - 10, Fri 6 - 12, Sat 6 - 12

minds behind Brooklyn Standard, this place is worth taco’in ‘bout!

JUNK BOAT

Shop11/12 Little Stanley St, South Brisbane p. 07 3846 7693 w. junkboat.com.au Bringing a taste of simple and fresh Asian street food to Brisbane. Who doesn’t want Junk in their trunk? Think healthy and fuss-free food that’s best enjoyed as a shared-eating experience. Today’s weather forecast; it’s raining (ra)men with very satay-isfying meals.

FOR THE FOODIES ....................................................................................................................................................... CAKES BY JUDY c

Shop 1, 227 Waterworks Rd, Ashgrove p. 07 3366 9111 w. cakesbyjudyc.com.au Birthday, wedding or just hungry for some deliciously scrumptious local delicacies? Look no further. Cater with cakes from the artisan cake connoisseurs at your next tantalising tea or special occasion. Judy C is the place to go for any lover of fine cakes. Yum!

THE WORLD FOOD MARKETS

Roaming Brisbane w. theworldfoodmarkets.com.au fb. @ theworldfoodmarkets The World Food Markets (WFM) is a gathering of global flavours, gourmet food trucks, market stalls, outdoor bars and chilled tunes bringing local communities together. Check out facebook for the latest event. Local really is lovely. Mmmmm.

CAKE & BAKE

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296 Montague Rd, West End p. 07 3844 1088 w. cakeandbake.co This is foodie heaven by the queen of cakes, Jocelyn Hancock. All ingredients are sourced locally, with a house range Hancock & Farm also available. Renown for delicious cakes, sweet tarts and perfect pastries with various savoury preserves and fresh seasonal salads. It truly is love at first bite. #sweettooth

This stylish mecca of waterfront retail, dining, entertainment and lifestyle at Hamilton is where it’s at. Relaxed, elegant, and central to the city and airport.

Boutique fashion for the fashion sister/fashion mister including Urbbana, Lieve Boutique, Costa Moda, and Cassardi Shoe Studio. Get your fit on at Studio Pilates and Jetts Fitness, then pamper yourself at some great beauty retailers such as Ella Bache, Tigerlamb salon, Bou’s for Men and KC Nails. Now you are looking fabulous, it’s time for a coffee at Treecycle or fresh juice at Pineapple Express.

If you’re in the mood for food, you’ve hit the jackpot with a spectacular selection of dining options from fine dining with Sono Japanese Restaurant to casual dining with burgers at Hello Harrys. Travel the world with your tastebuds without leaving the precinct. From Lebanese, Italian, Japanese, Mexican to Greek and more. Home to Dendy Cinemas where you can indulge in a wine over a movie or enjoy a delicious dinner and a movie with the Dine with Dendy program.

With over 35 retailers, spectacular water vista’s and did we mention 3 hours free parking at participating stores? #winning Forgot something, then pick up ‘that’ item at IGA. Need to impress? Then the Moda Events space is perfect for weddings, corporate functions and gala dinners, set to the backdrop of the Brisbane River.

This edgy eclectic urban village has it all. Whatever the occasion, Portside Wharf really is your lifestyle passport to good times.

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PORTSIDE WHARF

SPECIALTY .......................................................................................................................................................

I HEART BROWNIES

Bakery Lane, Fortitude Valley + Wintergarden, City w. iheartbrownies.com.au Feel unconditional brownie love and start a beautiful affair of the palate. Be seduced one bite at a time and try multiple flavours (it’s not cheating!). Made with heart, eaten with passion. Lulu bakes love, not war. Now with two yummy locations to make it easy to get your brownie fix. #BrownieAddict #MeltingHearts

VOODOO BACON

w. voodoobacon.com.au See website for stockists This smokey, sweet, salty goodness that is Voodoo Bacon has cast a spell on us. Made from 100% beautiful free range pork, dry-cured and completely nitrate and chemical free. Renown chef George Francisco is bacon us crazy!

KING OF THE WINGS

Roaming Brisbane p. 0433 177 478 fb. kingofthewingsbrisbane (check locations on fb) It’s time get a little US spirit into your palate with the Southern Buffalo wing range from the King of the Wings food trucks. They want Australia to fall in love with this international award-winning American special, and this mobile restaurant sells the best Buffalo-style chicken around. Taste the hype! It’s gooooooood.

TO IMPRESS .......................................................................................................................................................

100 Mclachlan St, Fortitude Valley p. 07 3252 8881 w. madamerougebistro.com Be transported to 1920’s Paris with Edith Piaf’s voice filling this sassy French inspired Bistro, lined with ceiling to floor red velvet drapes. E’cco Bistro’s Philip Johnson has produced a menu of French classic favourites. #atasteofparis

MADAME ROUGE BAR & BISTRO

11/15 James St, Fortitude Valley p. 07 3252 7848 w. buccirestaurant.com.au Come with us to red hot, sexy Italy where the Campari is served ice cold and the Peroni flows on tap. One of Brisbane’s best restaurants; we recommend you go for a cheeky cocktail, delicious pasta or finger licking, sugar coated bombolini.

BUCCI

Cnr Little Stanley & Grey Sts, South Bank p. 07 3844 4844 w. spaghettihouse.com.au This good looking Italian stallion is a vibrant, cosy, family run trattoria. With a quality wine list, the addition of aperitivo hour, and rustic fare… what’s not to love? Gallop in any day ending in ‘y’ for a love affair of the palate. You can thank us later.

THE SPAGHETTI HOUSE TRATTORIA

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a. Shop 1/ 12 Annerley Rd, Woolloongabba p. 07 3108 3097 w. colourmeflavour.com.au

Spice Infused, Indian Inspired Bar & Restaurant

Colour Me Flavour food certainly makes life brighter. Vist this Bollywood retro restaurant and bar for a taste sensation that will delight your tastebuds. Head chef, Eugene Lee creates sensational Indian inspired, spice infused culinary masterpieces in this Woolloongabba gem.

The perfect venue for FUNctions, special events and all of lifeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s celebrationâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s. Did we mention the $15 daily lunch special with soft drink or the tasty coffee and breakfast options (think bagels and croissants) and parking at the rear of Diana Plaza Hotel? #CMFFoodMakesLifeBrighter

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BAR CULTURE .......................................................................................................................................................

BARBARA

COBBLER 105/38 Warner St, Fortitude Valley p. 0413 812 184 w. barbara.bar Have you met Barbara yet? She’s the coolest watering hole to grace the streets of Fortitude Valley, and she can make a damn good cocktail. Be sure to meet this hostess with the mostess during your next Valley adventure, and treat yo’ self to a good time with a quirky drinks list and live DJ’s.

7 Browning St, West End w. cobblerbar.com h. Sun 4 - 1, Mon 5 - 1, Tue - Thu 4 -1, Fri - Sat 4 - 2 This hip award winning bar has over 350+ shades of whiskey. The staff are outrageously knowledgeable, completely unpretentious and ready to further your education of a tipple or many. Love at first sip. 619-621 Stanley St, Woolloongabba p. 07 3847 2956 w. canyoukeepasecret.net.au Go back in time and immerse your soul in vintage. CYKAS is truly inspiring with unique hand-picked vintage shopping and delightful drinks with live music and DJ’s spinning vinyl. Love this bar. We can’t keep a secret this good... #lovethisbar

CAN YOU KEEP A SECRET?

427 Logan Rd, Stones Corner p. 07 3324 2917 w. shadypalmscafe.com This kitchen and bar rules with a world of Pan American flavours, uniting a cafe, restaurant, two bars and a boutique cider fridge in a delightfully quirky setting. Filled with character, featuring some of Brisbane’s most talented local musical acts - try the heart-warming menu. Award-winning for a reason.

SHADY PALMS

1 Moordale St, Chapel Hill, p. 07 3161 8929 fb. @SuburbanSocialNeighbourhoodBarandKitchen Drinking in the ‘burbs is the new black. This sweet new bar serves Australian craft beers, bespoke cocktails and tasty fare. Will travel for a little burgerbeer-deep-fry-porn. Think the house speciality double cheese burger, Pork Belly Paddle pops and fish taco’s.

SUBURBAN SOCIAL

601 Stanley St, Woolloongabba p. 07 3891 1011 w. brewhouse.com.au This award-winning craft beer brewery / iconic Brisbane pub / boutique bottleshop serves fresh, handcrafted beers on tap and bottled craft beer from a historic building that’s been serving beer for over 127 years. Think bespoke dining, drinking and entertainment in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. Good times!

BREWHOUSE

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CRAFT BEER woolly mammoth ALEhouse

633 Ann St, Fortitude Valley p. 07 3257 4439 w. woollymammoth.com.au From tusk til dawn, welcome to the ice age where frostbitten glasses are filled with your choice of cold ....................................................................................................................................................... ale (over 31 craft beers on tap), accompany cutting edge live music events, giant jenga, bocce and late night dining. This beast is the perfect spot for functions, unique events and will quench your thirst.

67 James St, Fortitude Valley p. 07 3358 6067 w. sixes.com.au h. Sun - Mon 11 - 12 The speak was easy, the food shared and the drink appreciated. This gorgeous public-house-come-gastro pub is the epitome of cool. People watch from the atroturf yard or take a stool at the saloon style bar. Oh yeah!

SIXES & SEVENS

Fish Lane, South Brisbane p. 07 3846 0718 w. sbcbar.com.au Saccharomyces is the coolest bar, cafe and bottle shop around. With a focus on craft beer, comfort food and artisan coffee, free movie and popcorn nights, tinnies and pinnies (free pinball), the world’s least shit pub trivia, burgers and free board games to the weekly Majority Rules - what’s not to love? Life’s too short not to drink good beer. The most fun you’ll have with yeast!

SACCHAROMYCES BEER CAFE

COCKTAILS, CHAMPAGNE, WINE & WHISKEY ....................................................................................................................................................... THE MANHATTAN LINE

Shop 3A, 186 Little Stanley St, South Bank w.themanhattanline.com.au h. Mon 4-12, Tue -Sun 12-12 Does life get much better than combining whiskey, beer and American street food? No. Delight in carefully crafted cocktails and tasty fare in this New York inspired bar that has the goods any day ending in y. Meet friends, make new friends and savour life!

BAEDEKER | WiNE BAR, CHAMPAGNE GARDEN + EVENTS

111 Constance St, Fortitude Valley w. baedeker.com.au This elegant new bar has second-to-none service, and a wickedly extensive wine cellar worthy of traveller’s tales. Sip and savour in stylish surrounds; the impressive champagne garden, wine bar and secret cellar for your next event. Bringing back the romance of turn of the century world travel with a glass of wine or two...

GERTIE’S BAR & RESTAURANT

699 Brunswick St, Fortitude Valley p. 07 3358 5961 w. gertiesbar.com.au Gertie’s is like a good wine, she gets better with age. Think carefully crafted cocktails, tasty fare with a latin twist, and an intimate and chic atmosphere. Established in 1992, Gertie’s has become an institution. Smoky mirrors, mosaic tiled floors like a faded Parisian salon with a chilled crowd. It’s the perfect spot for a civilized drink or three.

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ARCHIVE BEER BOUTIQUE 100 Boundary St, West End p. 07 3844 3419 h. Mon - Sun 7 - late w. archivebeerboutique.com.au Dedicated to rare craft and boutique ales. Archive knows good beer. With something cool happening every night and take-away available from Next Door Cellars - what’s not to love? Trivia, pool comps, wings, live music, blues and hoppy hour. Join the brew-therhood and sip through 18 rotating draughts and 400 plus bottled brew. *Hiccup! LOCK N LOAD Bistro 142 Boundary St, West End p. 07 3844 0142 w. locknloadbistro.com.au h. Tue– Thu 3 – late, Fri – 11 - late, Sat-Sun 7 – late A gastropub; where fresh fare meets craft beers and live music. The fresh fare is sourced locally, made with love and great any day ending in y. Did we mention The (Late) Breakfast Club? BLT’s, Bloody Mary’s and all you can drink mimosas every weekend from 10am12pm. A hangover has never looked so tasty. Live the good life at Lock’n’Load.

LYCHEE LOUNGE Shop 2, 94 Boundary St, West End p. 0418 244 644 w. lycheelounge.com.au h. Sun - Thu 3 - 12 Fri - Sat 3 - 1 Cocktail connoisseurs and food fanatics will be seduced by this curious hipster hideaway. This sexy icon is where the taste revolution started and boasts bespoke cocktails (try the signature lychee martini) and delicious fare. Lychee Lounge; the original and still the best, promising a memorable experience every time.

BRISBANE BREWING CO. 124 Boundary St, West End p. 07 3891 1011 w. brisbanebrewing.com.au h. Mon - Thurs 4 - 12, Fri - Sun 11 - 12 A boutique craft beer brewery and bar with an innovative menu of brews and food. The airy beer garden, stylish interior, laid back vibe, award-winning brews create a beer and food nirvana. Perfect for the casual catch-up, afterwork drinks, weekend sessions and any occasion. Sip and savour the newest brew on tap. Cheers!

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BRISBANE’S BEST BREWS

How much incentive do you really need to visit a brewery? It’s a brewery. That means they brew their own beer. On-site. And sell it to us lucky devils to drink, love, and get silly with! Unless you have been living under a rock, you will know and love Brisbane’s newest brewing sensations... Catchment Brewing Co. Proudly housed in a historic location at 150 Boundary Street, Catchment Brewing Co. has a bit of everything, and a lot to get your mouth watering.

Every brewer adds their own flair to a brew, and the brains and brawn behind The Catchment boast a core range of three staggeringly good beers made onsite as well as frequent one-off and special releases so you can sip, relax, and soak in the vibrant, communal atmosphere. Pair your beer with something from the deluxe wine list, or savour the flavour with delicious fresh fare. The sublime seasonal menu is sure to seduce your tastebuds. Mmmm!

Nothing beats frosty hops and the warmth of cheer and good company, and nowhere else can you find a place more perfect for such times than The Catchment Brewing Co. So if you are a fan of booze. You will love these special brews! #GetHoppy

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GOOD GUIDE GOLD COAST

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We feel it’s high time to adventure beyond the concrete jungle, to stretch our wings and fly to new horizons. Escaping the hustle and bustle of our beloved Brissy, the sunny shores of the Gold Coast are the perfect destination for everything fun, flirty and fabulous!

For the foodie, the GC is hiding an abundance of decedent and delightful fare. With a little help from our birdies in the know, lose yourself down laneways or hidden cafes, healthy haunts, beach culture, cool vintage and explore the Coast’s best-kept secrets.

From relaxing by world-class beaches to exploring the rainforest hinterlands, the Gold Coast is a weekend getaway waiting to happen. For fashion sisters and misters, the arts lovers, festival peeps and edgy entertainment seekers, the GC is fun all year round. Aren’t we lucky to live in paradise.

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