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.
Mapleton Public House heads to Bar Miette for a Sunday lunch takeover
On Sunday November 16, the crew from lauded Sunshine Coast pub, Mapleton Public House, will be descending from its hinterland home to post up in the Bar Miette kitchen for a lunchtime feast. Owners Jessica Huddart, Ben Johnston and Cameron Matthews have established Mapleton Public House as a must-visit dining destination thanks to their famed farm-to-table culinary approach, drawing the venue’s larder of top-notch seasonal produce (much of which is also showcased on the menu at Bar Miette and Supernormal) from their regenerative farm, The Falls Farm.
For its Bar Miette takeover, the Mapleton Public House team will be putting on a spread that includes chicken parmy toast, potted smoked fish with potato chips and horseradish, beef intercostal skewers with Diane sauce, The Falls Farm green lasagna, Condabilla Murray cod with Pub de butter, and Jaffa gelato. Sound like your idea of a great Sunday lunch? Walk-ins are welcome but, as always, bookings are recommended – make yours here.
All aboard Opa’s Sunset Sail for a Mediterranean river cruise
Have you been dreaming of sailing Greek seas with an ice-cold drink in your hand? This summer, Opa Mezze + Bar is setting sail from its waterfront location and hitting the river for a floating Mediterranean-inspired dining experience that you won’t need your passport for. Opa’s Sunset Sail invites guests aboard Oasis, a 500-person luxury yacht that will be transformed into a Greek-inspired, white linen affair from 5:00-9:00 pm on Sunday November 16. After boarding the Oasis at 4:30 pm from the City Botanical Gardens, guests can soak up golden hour while sailing the Brisbane River to the sounds of Euro-inspired beats spun by special guest DJs. Opa’s chefs will prepare Greek mezze and a curated canape menu, paired with a complimentary drink on arrival and four drink tickets to use throughout the night. Sprawl out across Oasis’ two levels to catch stunning panoramic views of Brisbane’s iconic landmarks from the rooftop deck and dance the night away as the sunset melts into a starry night sky. With tickets priced at $160 per person, this is an event that should be booked sooner rather than later. Secure your spot here.
Attimi’s Express Banquet Lunch brings fine dining to the workday
It’s time to retire tired work lunches. Attimi by Dario Manca, one of Brisbane’s best degustation restaurants, just launched its Express Banquet Lunch, bringing a touch of fine dining to the workday. From Thursdays to Saturdays, Attimi will be offering a snapshot of its acclaimed Two Chef Hat dining experience with curated two- and three- course menus, small enough to enjoyed within an hour, but indulgent enough to send you back to the office revived. Diners can enjoy a playful menu showcasing entrees like sous-vide octopus and carasau flatbread, and mains including the seafood carbonara with black squid-ink tonnarelli and coral trout foam, and porchetta-style duck with potatoes, strawberries and beetroot. With an elegant heritage dining room located on Paddington’s Given Terrace, workaholics can enrich their lunch break by catching a taste of fine dining during the workday rush. Head to the Attimi website for make a booking for its express lunch, available Thursday to Saturday.
Sunday Dumplings at Supernormal Brisbane
Sundays at Supernormal are getting a little steamier. The restaurant’s kitchen is rolling out an all-new line-up of dumplings, snacks and a few off-menu surprises inspired by the flavours of Hong Kong, Korea, Japan and Northern China. Expect the likes of Moreton Bay Bug toast, golden potstickers with crisp edges, pillowy BBQ pork buns, silky prawn and chicken dumplings with chilli vinegar, and oxtail parcels brightened with red radish and orange. To sip, the team’s pouring house-made chūhai – Tokyo-style highballs of shochu and soda – light, spritzy and tailor-made for sunny Brisbane afternoons. Think of it as an open invitation to grab a seat, share a few plates and settle in from 11:30 am on Sundays.
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Lune Lab, Lune Croissanterie’s cherished seasonal showcase, is making its return
Australia’s favourite pastry innovator Lune Croissanterie is bringing back Lune Lab – a fan-favourite event showcasing the venue’s latest creations and delicacies in an exclusively intimate setting. Lune Lab Vol. II will offer an after-hours, six-course dining experience on a five-week run, evolving from season to season for a freshly unique menu each time. With a maximum of ten seats available per session, guests can witness first-hand the chefs’ creative freedom as they showcase their boundary-bending skills without the crowds that the croissanterie typically draws. Lune’s recently announced spring menu features gin-cured salmon paired with a Lune brioche coated with nori butter, duck with croissant gratin, chard and jus, and a rhubarb, ginger and buffalo yoghurt tart. Dished up on a series of plates dynamically designed to highlight texture, temperature, presentation and flavour, Lune’s masterfully curated spring menu will run on Fridays and Saturdays from October 31 to November 29. Bookings for Lune Lab Vol. II are now open, with the only available session times being on Friday October 31 and Friday November 14. Book your spot here before they are all gone.
RnBrunch at Sasso Italiano
Woolloongabba’s favourite retro-tinged Italian-inspired eatery Sasso Italiano is turning Saturday brunches into a celebration of soul – complete with beats, eats and drinks. Launching on Saturday October 25, this weekly escape is looking to elevate your Saturday brunch ritual with intimate and unplugged performances from Brisbane’s best vocalists and musicians. As smooth harmonies and groovy tunes blend with the venue’s nostalgic New York interior, a steady supply of champagne and Italian-style eats will keep the buzz flowing as the morning mellows. Take your pick form sirloin with confit mushrooms and sunny-side eggs or Sasso’s special Pizza Bismark, while the drinks menu features the fig-jam Fico and coconut-cream limoncello margaritas, as well as Dal Zotto wines and Aether beers. If you’re wanting to start the party the right way, a premium package unlocks Moët on arrival. For a high-energy start to your weekend, Sasso’s RnBrunch is a charismatic social experience bringing flavour and musical flow to the heart of Woolloongabba. Book your table here.
The team behind chic inner-city eatery BŌS is pulling out all the stops for a one-night-only Japanese-inspired feast on Friday November 14. Guests will step off the streets of Brisbane City and into Tokyo, with BŌS transforming into a neon-lit izakaya complete with fiery grills cooking up a feast curated by head chef Wesley Marshall. With years of experience in Japanese kitchens, Wesley has lovingly curated a multi-course degustation menu of Japanese delicacies paired with a cultured drinks list of sake-based cocktails and premium beverages. On the menu, diners can find dishes including Kirin beer bread with edamame spread, kingfish cured in sake, hokkaido scallops, swordfish tataki, woodfired wagyu sirloin and more. With tickets priced at $130 per diner and limited seating available, book your spot now to treat yourself to a night in Tokyo at BŌS.
Cheeky Poké x Harris Farm Markets
Good news, Cheeky Poké fans! The Brisbane-born health-food brand has announced a special partnership that is making its popular fresh poké bowls even more accessible. Cheeky’s new line of Grab & Go bowls are now available in three Harris Farm locations across Queensland (Clayfield, West End and Isle of Capri) marking the brand’s evolution from a beloved bricks-and-mortar local to large-scale grocery distribution. Cheeky first opened in 2017 in Newstead, where it quickly became known for its high-quality health food and poke bowls. Since introducing its Grab & Go options in 2024, Cheeky Poké has been working its way onto the shelves in boutique stockists and independent grocers across Australia. Cheeky’s Grab & Go bowls can be found in range of Brisbane favourites from Flannerys and Good Things Grocer to Rosalie Gourmet Market and even Coles Locals. Now, with Harris Farm jumping on the Cheeky train too, this Brisbane brand is poised to go nationwide.
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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