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March 18th, 2010 - 9:42 am § in BAR, RESTAURANT

Garuva

Garuva has long been known as a romantic, cosy, sort of ‘sexy’ spot. I always used to bug D to take me there. “It smells like hippies,” he would grunt, and then shove me in the direction of the nearest Eagle Boys. I kid, I kid. He’s a Dominos man. Plus, he’s wrong[...]

February 9th, 2010 - 12:14 pm § in RESTAURANT

Iceworks Review

Recently some friends and I were chatting about names – in particular, unisex names. “Yeah, like Courtney,” said Stank. Cue giggles from D and me, and arguments from Stank that Courtney is, in fact, a manly man’s name. Well, my point is that names can throw you off sometimes.[...]

February 1st, 2010 - 11:37 am § in RESTAURANT, SPOTLIGHT, TAKE-AWAY

Spotlight: Vapiano Launch

I’ve now walked a red carpet twice in my life. The first time, it was worn, quite threadbare, and I’m pretty sure it was red because someone spilt goon on it. My second red carpet experience was much nicer (and cleaner). Vapiano officially launched last week, and pulled out all the stops[...]

January 18th, 2010 - 5:43 pm § in RESTAURANT

Jellyfish Review

It’s been really hot lately, hasn’t it? Everyday activities become a lot harder. Things get sweaty. Well, you know what? Suck it up. We live in Brisbane. What did you expect? A summer that was different to all the other summers you’ve experienced here? There’s really only one[...]

December 15th, 2009 - 3:34 pm § in RESTAURANT

Siam Samrarn Review

 Hey y’all. I have given myself a little Christmas present and have taken a few days off. I love being chained to my computer as much as the next nerd, but it’s good to mix it up. Here’s Derek, who’s giving a special guest review about Thai food, AKA a commonly found food cr[...]

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[...]

November 6th, 2009 - 10:10 am § in RESTAURANT, TAKE-AWAY

A Night in India Review

A Night in Deliciousness I believe what take out food your family ate frequently defined you as a child. It cements in you habits, tastes, and preferences. It carries you through primary school weekend treats, high school study breaks, and drunken late night cravings well into your twenties. We were[...]

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[...]