The Dish: Brisbane food news you might have missed this week
There’s a lot happening in Brisbane these days, almost too much to keep up with. The Dish is a rapid-fire rundown of Brisbane food news – quick taster-sized tidbits to keep you in the know and, perhaps, tickle your taste buds.
The Salty Mangrove x Bar Miette takeover
Beloved Northern Rivers eatery The Salty Mangrove is teaming up with Bar Miette to host a one-of-a-kind waterfront collab this King’s Birthday public holiday. Blending the community spirit of New Brighton Beach with Brisbane River’s relaxed refinery, this seafood-centric celebration offers an exclusive opportunity for Queenslanders to sample the fiery cooking style of The Salty Mangrove’s David Moyle. Having previously forged his deep respect for coastal cooking and Australian seafood at his Hobart restaurant Franklin, David will take over Bar Miette to showcase his laid-back Balearic Islands-inspired approach on Monday October 6. For one day only, guests can find a selection of David’s specialties on the menu, including taramasalata with focaccia, lamb neck skewers with olive and seaweed, whole mud crabs on the hibachi, and more. Meanwhile, the Salty Mangrove team will whip up stellar sips like the Saltini & Mangrove Bloody Mary, in addition to glasses of natural wine. The Mediterranean-inspired party – and Dingo Balearico’s record spinning – will take off from midday. As usual, walk-ins are always welcome at Bar Miette, but bookings can be made here.
Evra Restaurant launches all-day dining
Earlier this month, Evra – Newstead’s sleek neighbourhood farm-to-table restaurant – launched its highly anticipated spring lunch service. The restaurant’s new menu is a bold celebration of peak-season Australian produce, intuitive cooking and a commitment to provenance, with the offering underpinned by ingredients sourced from BlueReef wild-caught fish and CopperTree Farms beef, to greens harvested daily from Evra’s rooftop farm. Highlights of the daytime offering include a smoked-salmon crumpet, Mediterranean-style vitello tonnato, the signature steak frites, and Aylesbury duck with sweet potato puree. Lunch is being served served Thursday to Sunday from 11:00 am – head to the restaurant’s website to make a booking.
Whispering Angel Rosé Garden
Spring is officially here, which means that the team at Customs House is celebrating the seasonal change with the return of a beloved pop up. The venue’s riverside terrace has been transformed into a stunning floral wonderland for the Whispering Angel Rosé Garden, which officially launches on Tuesday September 16. The ideal destination for a springtime soiree, guests to the pop-up can expect glasses of Château d’Esclans Whispering Angel rosé, flutes of effervescent Moët & Chandon, refreshing berry-hued cocktails and a menu of seasonal seafood bites (think Moreton Bay bug croissants and freshly shucked oysters – all enjoyed inside one of four domes, each draped in lush greenery and flowing fabrics. For an extra-lavish experience, try the Rosé High Tea – a sumptuous and elegant feast boasting a selection of French-inspired canapes, freshly baked scones, and delicate petit fours, plus fine teas, freshly brewed coffee and, of course, plenty of Whispering Angel rosé. Click here to book a dome or to sign up for a high tea experience.
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Rhythm & Burgers at Two Yolks
South Bank’s sunniest burger joint is bringing something new to its menu as the spring weather draws the public back onto the streets. Rhythm & Burgers is Two Yolk’s R&B-themed take on the beloved bottomless brunch experience, adding live entertainment and that street-party feel to your next mid-morning outing. Kicking off on Sunday September 28 – and available from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm on weekends – Two Yolks will be slinging an unlimited supply of its signature gourmet potato-bun sliders, along with seasoned tots and plant-based options. These egg-cellent offerings can be washed down with bottomless mimosas, fresh lemonade and Arnold Palmers, while the dynamic R&B grooves of DJ Victor Lopes will help you work it all off. If you needed another reason to upgrade your AM feasting, Two Yolks will also be holding a $500 raffle, with every guest scoring instant entry included in their admission cost. Rhythm & Burgers is a child- and pet-friendly event (kids under 12 can dine for half price), so bring the whole crew! Click here to purchase a ticket.
SK x Victor Churchill: From the Butcher’s Block
One of Brisbane’s best steak restaurants is joining forces with famed butcher Victor Churchill for a one-night-only culinary event. SK x Victor Churchill: From the Butcher’s Block will celebrated the artistry behind world-class beef via an exclusive dinner, which will be held at SK Steak & Oyster on Thursday October 16. The event will showcase a curated selection of premium cuts from a number of renowned beef producers (including the likes of O’Connor, Rangers Valley and Stone Axe) across four beef-forward courses, with many dishes never before seen on the SK menu. Hosted by Simon Gloftis and renowned butcher Anthony Puharich, the event offers guests rare insight into the pasture-to-plate provenance (and meticulous preparation) behind each dish, while also celebrating the culinary creativity at play. Priced at $325 per person for four courses with a cocktail on arrival (an optional wine pairing is available for an additional $165 per person), this collaboration brings together two of Australia’s most respected names in meat and fine dining for an unforgettable night of passion, produce and craftsmanship. Very few tickets remain – click here to secure your spot or to add your name to the cancellation list.
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