The Dish: Brisbane food news you might have missed this week
Feb 06, 2026, updated Feb 20, 2026
Master mixologist Giannis Vavadakis from Line Athens is hosting a takeover at Hellenika on Saturday February 21 | Credit: image supplied
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.
Line x Hellenika – Shared Lineage, presented by Tequila Don Julio 1942
On Saturday February 21, Hellenika and Tequila Don Julio 1942 will welcome master mixologist Giannis Vavadakis from celebrated cocktail bar Line Athens to Brisbane for a one-night-only alfresco affair. Known for its industrial-chic vibes, zero-waste philosophy and unconventional approach to drink making, Line – ranked number eight in the World’s 50 Best Bars 2025 list – blends contemporary Athenian drinking culture with Greek culinary tradition to incredible results. A slice of that philosophy will be on display at Hellenika, where head chef Bryan Kelly will collaborate with Giannas on a vibrant dining experience featuring traditional Greek fare matched with top-tier drinks. Giannis will craft three bespoke cocktails, each designed to showcase the depth and warmth of Tequila Don Julio 1942. Expect to see Line’s signature clarified punch, which is layered with tropical fruit, brown butter and toasted coconut. Two of the three cocktails remain on Hellenika’s beverage menu beyond the event, with the partnership extending into autumn. Priced at $120 per person, the experience includes a curated banquet and a signature cocktail on arrival, with limited seatings from 5:30 pm and tickets available now via the Hellenika website.
SALTY Saturdays at WET Deck
With Mardi Gras season approaching, W Brisbane is getting into the swing of things with a new activation embedding LGBTQIA+ representation into its cultural calendar with a month-long SALTY Saturdays series at WET Deck. Promoting visibility, inclusion and community connection, SALTY Saturdays spotlights local LGBTQIA+ DJs and artists with poolside performances each Saturday, launching with a pre-Mardi Gras Beach Club Soiree on Saturday February 21 headlined by DJs David Subritzky and Emma Salmon alongside drag performer Freya Armani. The celebrations will extend into April, with a limited-edition SALTY Margarita menu showcasing six cocktails and seven custom salts, including creations such as Paraíso Azul, Fuego Verde and Brisa Amarilla. W Brisbane has tabbed Brisbane business owners Simon Reader-Alexander and Christian Alexander – the first same-sex couple to wed at WET Deck – to participate in the hotel’s new Love Letters initiative, inviting guests to pen notes that will form a community art installation before being mailed out in March. Click here to nab tickets to the SALTY Saturdays Mardi Gras Beach Club Soiree before they sell out!
Iris Rooftop celebrates World Margarita Day with a spicy six-week fling
Do you consider yourself classic, spicy, fruity or cool? This World Margarita Day, adopt an alter ego as Iris Rooftop celebrates the occasion with six weeks of Patrón-packed margarita specials, each with its own salty personality. Kicking off just before official World Margarita Day, the Fortitude Valley rooftop bar invites tequila fans to meet their match from Wednesday February 18 to Sunday March 29, when they introduce four new margaritas and quiz cards to find the perfect personalised sip. For the bold and confident one with a little attitude, there’s the spicy marg paired with tomate triturado en pan. Or perhaps you prefer something clean, balanced and timeless – in that case, the classic margarita is for you, with crab tostada on the side, of course. For the social butterfly among us, there’s the fruity marg with its vibrant and playful burst of flavour, which comes paired with tomato and oregano croquettes with chimmi rojo. Last, but certainly not least, is the cold, smooth and unapologetically indulgent margarita paired with baked half-shell scallops, for the cool friend who wants to chill out and enjoy a mini holiday in a glass. Guests can order their margarita on its own for $19 per drink or trade up to the Tequila & Tapas menu for $34 where each drink is paired with a tapas dish for an extra playful experience.
Rise & Vibe
A forthcoming event will flip the script on nightlife on Saturday February 28 with Rise & Vibe, a one-off cafe rave presented by King Street and AM Social. Transforming the beloved Queen Amann Bakery into a high-energy dance floor, Rise & Vibe swaps midnight martinis for morning macchiatos. Inspired by the international cafe rave movement that has swept cities from Paris to New York, the free morning event brings DJs Talisha and Teeks alongside fast-rising electronic act Kinder Sounds for an early-hours set powered by caffeine, connection and feel-good sound. Part of the wider King St Uncovered program celebrating the precinct’s evolving food, music and cultural identity, the event reflects a new kind of community moment, where bakeries double as dance floors and music amplifies spaces already made for gathering. Entry is free – get more info here.
Early Risers Brunch Club at Two Yolks
Two Yolks is turning up the heat this month with a vibrant slate of community-centric events inviting Brisbane locals to gather over good food, good music and shared moments. On Saturday February 21, the cafe will launch Early Risers Brunch Club – a regular event (designed for runners and weekend wanderers alike) taking place on on the first Saturday of every month that will transform mornings into a laid-back, high-energy ritual with DJ sets, quality coffee and a $19.95 breakfast-and-coffee special. Tuesdays belong to our four-legged friends, with a dog-friendly happy hour from 3:00–6:00 pm offering dog lovers a relaxed outdoor hang complete with treats and a generous meal deal that even includes a complimentary pup feast. Rounding out the week, Open Deck DJ Nights on Thursdays give emerging DJs the spotlight for short sets in a welcoming, community-first setting, pairing grassroots talent with easy-going food and drink specials.
Supernormal Seafood Palace
Trader House’s stunning riverfront restaurant Supernormal Brisbane is celebrating all things oceanic with the launch of its brand-new Seafood Palace menu. Available for lunch and dinner from Tuesday January 13 to Sunday March 1, the Supernormal kitchen will offer guests a special additional menu that showcases the best Australia’s bountiful shores has to offer. Offering playful interpretations of classic dishes you might find on the menu at coastal diners, the Seafood Palace menu will be constantly changing to reflect the best catches available – think crustacean towers, Spring Bay mussels, Fremantle octopus, spanner-crab sandwiches and the crispy fried delights of King Neptune’s basket (filled with crispy whiting, school prawns and Moreton Bay bug toast). New must-try cocktails will also supplement the Seafood Palace offering, with sips like The Paddington (Flor de Cana rum, pink grapefruit, chinotto and pastis) and the Mango Americano (Cocchi Americano Bianco, mango and lager) perfect for wetting your whistle. Bookings for Supernormal Seafood Palace are available now – head to the restaurant’s website to make a reservation.
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