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Must-try Easter treats on the Gold Coast

Possibly the best thing about the Easter long weekend – even better than having four consecutive days off – is the food. Hot cross buns, Easter eggs, bunny-shaped chocolate… We could go on. Instead, we’ll let you taste for yourself....

Behind the bar: Bartenders go head to head

On Monday April 14, at Isla Cantina, a select group of Gold Coast bartenders will go head-to-head in a mystery box-style cocktail competition. Here, we catch up with organiser Matt Barnett from Manly Spirits-Co to get the lowdown on the...

Where to find a sweet treat

Ever said ‘I’ll just have one bite’, then proceeded to eat the entirety of the dessert that you’d got ‘for the table’, all by yourself? Welcome – you’re in good company. Here on the Gold Coast, we love a sweet...

New Gold Coast restaurants to try this autumn

The Gold Coast’s dining scene just keeps getting better. From coastal-inspired eats to modern Italian fare and laid-back neighbourhood gems, here are some of the new Gold Coast restaurants worth adding to your list this autumn. Norté and Sueño, Nobby Nobby...

Where to taste the world’s best coffee, locally

It’s official: the 100 best cafes in the world have been named – and an impressive nine of them are Aussie. Here, we run you through the big winners and let you in on where you can taste the world’s...