It wouldn’t be Easter without hot cross buns, and with Good Friday on its way we’ve been hunting for the freshest, softest and tastiest in Brisbane. Whether you like them traditional, gluten-free or in an acai bowl – its not hard to find delicious hot cross buns in Brisbane. Keeping it traditional Cake & Bake, West End  Keeping it all natural this Easter, Cake & Bake are offering the scrumptious hot cross buns we all know and love filled with homemade spices, ora

Whether you create your own chocolate walking tour of Brisbane’s CBD (to work off the calories of course), or trek around Brisbanes suburbs and beyond in hunt of the best cocoa, chocolate is a worthy cause of celebration. Filled chocolates & chocolate truffles Couverture & Co is a small chocolate boutique in Red Hill feeding high-quality Belgian Callebaut chocolate to Brisbane’s westside. Experimenting with flavours, stop by to pick up a tasty treat such as the ba

There is nothing better on a chilly winter’s day than a warm-to-touch, silky smooth, bitter or sweet, and dangerously decadent hot chocolate. Tuck your feet up and get cosy with a mug of your favourite chocolate blend, marshmallows mandatory. Read on to find out where you can self-indulge in Brisbane’s best hot chocolate.  Bunker, Milton Famous for its coffee and creamy real hot chocolates, Bunker also gets creative with its flavours. Chilli, peppermint or peanut butter a

Brisbane’s bayside suburbs of Sandgate, Brighton and Shorncliffe to the north, and Wynnum and Manly to the south are growing nicely – as are their food scenes. Weve done the legwork and wrapped up the cafes, restaurants and bars you need to check out. Northern bayside: where to eat in Sandgate, Brighton & Shorncliffe Sandgate is 22km from the Brisbane CBD and is steadily transforming from a retiree escape to a busy bayside hub for young families. The weekend crowds flock to the

The vibrant riverside suburbs of Bulimba and Hawthorne combine village charm with inner-city life. The main hub of Oxford St pulses during the day with fashion houses, eclectic boutiques and chic cafes. Come nightfall restaurants serving cuisine from all over the world spring to life and pubs pack out. Check out our list of all the best places to eat and drink while visiting these neighbourhoods. To top it off, finish your time here with a stroll along the river and soak in the cityscape.&

For fine, sophisticated entertaining, the Ascot-Hamilton precinct is hard to beat. The tree-lined streets, with a backdrop of charming homes, lead to some of the best dining venues in the city precincts. From French cuisine to sumptuous Mediterranean delights, the area has it all. Central to the precinct is Racecourse Rd, home of the thoroughbred racing scene, good-food lovers and the fashion-conscious.  Here you will find Baguette Bistrot + Bar – a favourite Brisbane restaura

After being one of the first suburbs to undergo urban revitalisation, Milton and specifically Park Road was born as Brisbanes little corner of Europe. Here you will find a flurry of restaurants, cafes, bars and shops as well as Brisbanes very own iconic Eiffel Tower. Caffeine and brunch anyone? Try one of Brisbanes best coffees in a vine covered garage when you stop into Bunker. If youre wanting to avoid the caffeine buzz, get the sugar buzz with one of their many hot chocolates – flavours inc

Quintessential Queenslander homes dot the hills and streets of Paddington and Rosalie. Most of the wooden stilt houses are residential, but along the main shopping strips of Given and Latrobe Terraces in Paddington and in Rosalie Village expect to find cafes, restaurants and bars cooking up a feast from within quaint and historic structures.  Cute cafes  Paddington has one of Brisbane’s best cafe cultures. For a Middle Eastern twist and epic views to the west, request a table in

When it comes to high tea, Brisbane locals might not hold their pinky up when drinking a cuppa, but they do take the art of quality treats seriously. From quaint country-style tea houses to ritzy hotels or heritage venues, Brisbane is home to a fine variety of high tea settings. Traditional Built in 1886, Customs House provides an elegant backdrop for high tea on the banks of the Brisbane River. With views of the Story Bridge, take the time to sit back, relax and enjoy turkey and cranberry

With tickets sorted, it’s time to plan the pre- and post-match entertainment activities. There is an abundance of wining and dining indulgences to enjoy in the precincts surrounding Suncorp Stadium.  Caxton Street For devotees of Suncorp Stadium, a visit to the neighbouring Caxton Street precinct is a must-do pre or post-match ritual. Brewski With eight beer taps and more than 150 bottled brews on offer, youre sure to find something to cure your thirst. Beers and ciders are sour

Before or after cheering on your favourites at the AFL or cricket, take time to explore the sights, sounds and energy surrounding the Gabba.  Woolloongabba, the Aboriginal word for meeting place, is just the right name for this bustling urban hub. Celebrate with fellow fans The Brisbane German Club Ein bier bitte! With a beer terrace overlooking the grand Gabba stadium and a huge German beer hall with dining rooms inside, The Brisbane German Club is the perfect spot for a cheeky beer b

For food inspiration and locally produced products, Brisbane’s gourmet grocers are the go. Hawthorne Garage, Hawthorne Dan & Andy’s Hawthorne Garage offers you a range of specialist food brands, fresh local produce, gourmet treats, the freshest Campbell and Bradley flowers and a new flavour in coffee, DNA. Sourced Grocer, Teneriffe Sourced Grocer is a contemporary take on an old-fashioned ne

Best thing about being an adult, you get to eat whatever you want. Worst thing about being an adult, you usually have to cook it all yourself. Give your body a rest from the packaged and frozen foods and learn how to cook fresh, culinary masterpieces like an expert. Whether youre a self-proclaimed wizz in the kitchen or you cant even boil an egg, there is always a place to learn in one of Brisbanes best cooking schools.  James Street Cooking School You can learn almost anything at the Ja

Kangaroo Point and Woolloongabba don’t exactly scream food wonderland but hidden inside historical buildings are a number of award-winning restaurants, top-notch cafes and speakeasy-style bars worth visiting. Fine dining Dishing up exquisite Roman fare, 1889 Enoteca has become a local favourite since its opening in 2009. Like a classic enoteche in Italy, the establishment features a restaurant, bar, wine store and basement-level cellar where guests can enjoy a private dining experience.

A fusion of cultures and a lively vibe give the inner-city suburb of West End its own special charm. The choices are endless at West End. You can stroll through the weekend markets, where aspiring designers peddle their wares among organic grocers, cosy bars and coffee houses; feed your hunger for organic produce, drinks and cocktails; or groove at the many live-music venues. Multicultural dining Boundary St is the pulsing hub of the suburb, with its high concentration of restaurants, bars, pu

West End is one of Brisbane’s original suburbs that keeps growing and changing — culminating in a melting pot of culture that is beloved and celebrated by locals and visitors alike.  The quirky, local style is diverse, alternative and vintage, with the shops, restaurants and entertainment venues reflecting this eclectic atmosphere. Once farming land and then a prominent site for industries, West End now boasts a popular dining and live-music scene. The wonderful mix of f

Sport, history and culture intermingle at Caxton St and The Barracks, the inner-city precinct of Paddington and Petrie Terrace. Positioned perfectly to lure the sports fans flocking to Suncorp Stadium, Caxton St exudes an energetic vibe. It is the gathering place for hundreds who turn up for rugby league, rugby union or soccer matches and stay for the fine dining, casual eateries, craft beer bars and classic pubs.  Fine dining The iconic Gambaro’s Seafood Restaurant stands proudly

Got a beef with Brisbane? We didn’t think so. Our world-class Australian steak is served fresh from the paddock to the plate, and the River City has plenty of restaurants that more than deserve their licence to grill. Visit Brisbane has herded together the citys best choice cuts.   Breakfast Creek Hotel The first test youll face at Brekkie Creek is whether to duck into the Spanish Garden Steakhouse or sit in the laid-back, open-air surrounds of the Staghorn Beer Garden. Either way

We know youre craving a cracking cold one, so Visit Brisbane has tapped the keg and collated the best bars and pubs in the city where you can pull up a pew and down a craft brew.   Archive You can almost hear angels singing when you stroll into Archive, the beer menu is that heavenly. West End’s trendy set loves to gravitate here for the huge range of brews on offer. The tap line-up is awesome, and Byron Bays Stone & Wood range takes up a fair bit of real estate. Start with a Ston

Who doesn’t love a good pie? Delicious filling, perfectly flavoured with herbs and spices, all encased in crunchy and crisp pastry. Yum. The best part, these parcels of joy come in all varieties to suit vegetarians, vegans, carnivore connoisseurs and don’t forget, gluten-free.  Brisbane is brimming with a top selection of savoury and sweet pies for you to get your chops around. Here’s a list of our recommendations to help get your pie on. Jocelyn’s Provisions | Ja