New Menu & Fresh New Style | Byron Bay Brewery

Has it been a while since your last trip to Byron Bay? Looking for a good excuse to go?

Well we've got one and it involves two of our favorite things: icy cold craft brews & droolworthy food!

A couple months ago the iconic  Byron Bay Brewery reopened its doors after receiving a massive full refurbishment courtesy of new owners Lion. The place is looking better than ever with a fresh, modern, and clean new fit out- just in time for summer.

Sticky Lamb Rib

Don't worry all your beloved brews still have a place on the taps but now, thanks to the talented Head Chef Micheal Desmond you've got a brand new sensational menu to pair it with. The new menu has a strong focus on seasonal, fresh produce- with a lot of the ingredients being sourced from growers in and around Byron. We recently made the journey to the brewery and were very impressed with the new offerings!

Crispy Pork Belly

Bacon & Cheese Croquettes

Our Top Picks:
- Bacon & Cheese Croquettes with Salsa Verde
- Sticky Lamb Ribs (don't leave without trying these!)
- Spiced Grilled Chicken with Corn Salsa and Jalapenos
- and for dessert, Peanut Butter, Salted Caramel, and Chocolate Ice cream sandwiches

Pair your meal with a pony round, which lets you sample 4 of the brewery's delicious beers for just $14. Finish off your experience with a FREE brewery tour/tasting which kicks off around 2pm. Sounds like a pretty good way to spend the weekend!

Byron Bay Brewery
1 Skinners Shoot Rd, Byron Bay
Open Mon to Thurs (11am-11pm) Fri to Sat (11am-12am) Sun (11am-10pm)
Free parking available on site

Words by Chelsea Hawkins. Follow her on Instagram.

Cheap Suburban Eats At Seoul Bistro With Eat Now

Seoul Bistro in Sunny bank has quite the reputation amongst foodies for its cheap prices and mouthwatering fried chicken.

For those not in the know, Seoul Bistro is home to Brisbane first and only FRIED CHICKEN BUFFET. Needless to say the buffet gets very busy... and after a big week, waiting around for a table so we can indulge in a little "food therapy" is the last thing we want to do....

That's where Eat Now comes in. After scrolling through the app in search of something to satisfy our hunger we were pleasantly surprised to find Seoul Bistro available for delivery and pick up! I don't know about you but fried chicken delivery + netflix  + beer sounds like a pretty decent way to spend the evening...

Ordering with Eat Now is super simple but in case you've never used it before, here's what you need to do:

1. Download your Eat Now app from the app store (or go online)
2. Type in your suburb to find restaurants that are available for delivery in your area
3. Choose your meal

To finish, enter your payment info and wait for your order confirmation email. Our meal was hot & fresh when it arrived! This time around we ordered the 22 piece buffalo wings ($32.90) and the Japa fried chicken burger (Only $9.90 with chips!!!). The fried chicken burgers were massive, very crispy and delicious. In fact, we were so impressed it currently holds #1 spot on our favorite fried chicken burgers in Brisbane list. So, HIGHLY recommended!

To entice you even more Eat Now offers exclusive deals only available on the app at certain restaurants. For instance, you can get 15% off your order at Seoul and your 8th order FREE. Check it out for yourself by visiting the Eat Now website, available here.

Words by Chelsea Hawkins.

How To Score An All You Can Eat Dumplings Feast

How does an entree, unlimited dumplings AND dessert for only 35pp sound? Pretty sweet right!

Well if you are a dumpling fanatic like us you're going to want to book a seat at the epic dumpling feast happening in about 2 weeks time...

Dumpling Republic Wintergarden is throwing an All You Can Eat dumpling night on Nov 26. Guests will be treated to their choice of 2 entrees, an unlimited selection of pan fried & steamed dumplings, plus mango pudding for dessert for 35pp or 40pp (with wine or beer)! To help you decide which dumplings to dig into you dumpling republic will generously provide a taster basket which includes:

-Pork XLB
-Pork & bock choi 
-Pork kimchi
-Crystal prawn & chive
-Pumpkin & ginger
-Beef & onion
-BBQ pork buns

Once you've found your favs feel free to order as many as you like on the night. Seatings will take place at 5pm & 7pm. To book your spot on Nov 26 call 07 3210 1818.

Dumpling Republic 
Winter Garden Shopping Centre
Parking available at Winter Garden

Words by Chelsea Hawkins. Follow her on Instagram.

The Cheesy Pasta Dish You Need To Try ASAP

Pasta is already a pretty magical thing on it's own but when you add a giant Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese will to the mix...get ready for fireworks!

After coming across this rich, creamy dish at Buffalo Dining Club in Sydney we have longed for the day one of Brisbane's Italian restaurant would see fit to add it to their menu. Well that day has finally come.

Newly opened Italian restaurant, Il Verde, now open on King St has introduced "Take the Wheel" every Tuesdays & Thursdays nights from November 22. Be treated to a glass of wine, pasta tossed in a parmigiano cheese wheel, and dessert for just $45.

And we don't mean to sound cheesy, but this deal is just to good to pass up! To book your table call (07) 3638 0494.

Il Verde
2 King Street, Bowen Hills
Limited Street Parking Available

Words by Chelsea Hawkins. Photo via Spot The Food.

Sushi Burritos Are Headed To Brisbane!

Two of this year's hottest food trends are on their way to South bank and we have all the details.

If you're like us you follow a couple LA food blogs on Instagram just to torture yourself with all the delicious food you can't have...

For long have we drooled in agony at photos of Sushi Burritos made popular by the iconic Sushiritto in California. Well, we are happy to report your torment will soon end because a new restaurant called Suki is set to open this month!

Those not in the know may be scratching their heads as to what a sushi burrito is... Well, it's exactly what the name suggests... a sushi roll but in a burrito form! These massive wrapped rolls are the perfect on the go lunch while you leisurely stroll the South bank parklands.

That's not the only trend Suki will be bringing to the river city. They will also have a number of delicious poke bowls on their menu. A poke bowl is a Japanese inspired rice bowl dish loaded up with fresh raw fish, and other tasty toppings like avocado, cucumber, etc.

Stay tuned for the official opening date...

Words by Chelsea Hawkins. Photo via Odyssey.

The Top 5 Best Sushi Restaurants In Brisbane

Sushi rolls comes in all shapes and sizes but we love them all. It's the only meal you can truly binge eat without feeling incredibly sick afterwords (we know from personal experience). If your veins bleed wasabi like ours do you are in the right place. Here are our top 5 favorite sushi restaurants in Brisbane:

Sushi & Nori | King Street, Bowen Hills

Prepare to fall in nori-coated love because Brisbane's fancy new sushi train is sure to be your new favorite lunch hang. Having opened its doors only a few weeks ago this new, spacious and beautifully designed sushi train has already captured the hearts of many Brisbane foodies. It's by no means your typical sushi train. Sushi & Nori are serving up nothing but the best with their flavourful fusion rolls. All produce is super fresh and of the highest quality like their premium Tassie salmon.

Oiishi | Sunnybank Hills

Oiishi has long held a special place in our hearts and the hearts of Sunnybank locals. You'll be pressed to find a time where they arent bursting with customers and for good reason. Oiishi is serving up some of the most innovative and delish fusion rolls in Brisbane. Our personal favs are the Dynamite Rolls ( Salmon and cucumber wrapped in pink soy skin, dressed in Oiishi's famous Dynamite sauce) and the Snake Roll (Medium rare salmon, tobiko and avocado wrapped in salmon skin tempura, dressed in wasabi mayo).

Shabuhouse | Mary St, CBD

Five words: ALL. YOU. CAN. EAT. SUSHI. 

Yes along with delicious hot pot, guests of Shabuhouse are treated to a smorgasbord of freshly prepared sushi! The variety is amazing and the sushi is constantly replenished throughout the day. If you consider yourself a die hard connoisseur of sushi then this is one buffet you NEED to try.

Sushi Edo | Sunnybank

Sunnybank is home to many quality sushi restaurant, but Sushi Edo stands above the rest. You'll find a mix of your beloved classics as well as some innovative fusion rolls like the "Cheetos Roll"...you'll just have to try that one for yourself!

Izakaya WAGAYA| Brisbane CBD

Last but not least, Izakaya Wagaya in the CBD. Izakaya is the most classic sushi restaurant you'll find on our list. Its a popular lunch hang amongst the city folk for their quality and consistency. You won't leave disappointed with their classic and extremely fresh rolls!

Words by Chelsea Hawkins. Follow her on Instagram.

Brisbane's Best Date Nights: The APO | Fortitude Valley

The valley may be home to some of Brisbane's best pubs and clubs...but that doesn't mean it's not an acceptable location for a date night!

The valley also happens to be bursting with quality dining experiences and The APO is a shining example of this.

Set in a heritage listed medicine dispensary dating back to 1862, the appropriately named APO (or apothecary) is serving up delicious, inspired tapas and equally impressive wines and cocktails. The menu has been expertly crafted by none other than chef Ben Williamson, who you may know from popular venues such as Gerard's Bistro.

We made our way to the valley to try it out for the first time a few weeks ago. Drawn in by a too good to pass up deal advertised on restaurant booking site, Dimmi. Each week Dimmi offers members exclusive 50% off deals to popular Brisbane restaurant. Membership is free and the deals can be claimed simply by booking through the website.

The restaurant itself is very cosy and intimate. We'd liken it to an upscale wine cellar. The romantic atmosphere paired with it's world class food offerings make it a top choice for a Brisbane date night in our books!

OUR TOP PICKS:
- Fried Chicken with Pumpkin Yoghurt and Crispy Chilli
- Smoked Tartare with Aniseed, Juniper, Potato, and Egg Yolk
- Lebanese Lamb Tacos

The APO
690 Ann Street
Tues(3pm to 3am) Wed-Sat (12pm to 3am) Closed Mondays
Parking available at Mcwhirters

Words by Chelsea Hawkins. Follow her on Instagram.