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December 10th, 2009 - 1:38 pm § in BAR, RESTAURANT

Siana Review

So, I have a bit of a burping problem. Shocking, I know. But let me tell you: I can let out some amazing belches. They are whoppers. My brother taught me how, and now I beat even him when we have a burp-off (and before you ask, we’re both in our twenties). I admit there [...][...]

November 16th, 2009 - 9:12 am § in BAR, RESTAURANT

Tipple: Jazz Bar

Drink your Dessert I’m starting to get into the cocktails lately. Don’t ask me why-it’s not like I can afford $20 drinks. When I’m standing at the bar, and I’m presented with a list of delicious concoctions, my mind seems to convince me otherwise. Such was the case rece[...]

October 29th, 2009 - 8:11 am § in BAR, RESTAURANT

Bar Barossa Blogger Dinner

Blogger Bonanza (oh and good food + wine) Blogging (or is it pronounched ‘yohging’?) has not quite taken off in Brisbane as it has in Melbourne, Sydney, and especially North America. Usually when I tell people I have a blog I am met with a blank look. It was, therefore, a nice relief to [...]

October 28th, 2009 - 9:04 am § in BAR, CAFE, DESSERT, RESTAURANT, SPOTLIGHT, TAKE-AWAY

Area profile: South Bank

All the Colours of the Food Rainbow South Bank used to have a beverage that my friends and I thought was the ultimate in culinary delights: the Rainbow Smash. I can hear you all sneer, “Oh, it’s just a frozen coke.” It is not just a frozen coke. It is a Rainbow SMASH, people. It[...]

October 15th, 2009 - 10:39 am § in BAR, DESSERT, RESTAURANT

5th Element Review

Unique Treat Lately, desserts have been making me sad. Caramel slice. Baked cheesecake. Even the humble chocolate mud has been getting me down. Don’t get me wrong, classics like these will always have a special place in my heart, along with things like Degrassi Junior High and Brad Pitt. It is[...]

September 16th, 2009 - 9:44 am § in BAR, CAFE, RESTAURANT, TAKE-AWAY

Cicada Review

Cool Confusion I hate Crocs. Not because they’re sort of ugly (apologies to any Crocs lovers out there). I hate them because as a shoe, they fail. What are they? Are they gardening shoes? Are they shoes to wear in the shower at the gym? Are they casual weekend shoes? Do you wear socks with the[...]

September 7th, 2009 - 8:35 am § in BAR, RESTAURANT

Onyx Review

Ridiculously Good LookingI like to think I live on the edge. When rain is forecast, I go out without an umbrella. I eat things that are a bit past the use by date. I ‘forget’ to ask them to omit the cream in an iced chocolate, then feign surprise when it arrives piled high with [...][...]

July 31st, 2009 - 11:42 am § in BAR, CAFE

Watt Park Lounge at the Powerhouse Review

I freakin’ love the Powerhouse. There’s just something about the place that makes me feel at home. It’s great to chill on Sunday afternoons – you can sit, grab a beer, talk shit with your friends and when you’ve run out of stuff to talk about you can go and watch some comedy [...][...]

July 6th, 2009 - 3:00 pm § in BAR, RESTAURANT

Regatta Boatshed review

Pricey Pub PlatesAhh, the Regatta. How I’ve spent many a night there as an 18-year-old, trotting around in inappropriate clothing and busting a move on the dance floor. Much as I don’t enjoy reliving my days as a Cruiser-guzzling, squealing teen, I had to pay the Toowong establishment a [...]

June 25th, 2009 - 11:53 am § in BAR, CAFE

Boardwalk Bar and Bistro Review

Ah, 5pm on Friday. The end of the working week and the start of the weekend. I, like so many city dwellers mark this point in the week by grabbing my sociable co-workers and making a beeline for the pub. Over the years I’ve tried pretty much every bar there is in the CBD, and [...][...]