Pavement Whispers: Volume 487 December 3
From news of a brand-new Thai-inspired cafe in Bowen Hills to a weekend-spanning collab between two sweet-treat heavyweights, The Weekend Edition is always on the search for the latest food news in Brisbane, dedicated to ensuring its readers are in the know. When we put our ears to the pavement this week, this is what we found out …
C’sis Espresso
Bowen Hills brunch lovers – here’s some hot-off-the-press news that’ll tantalise your taste buds. The crew behind cherished Norman Park nosh spot Clancy’s Espresso has just opened a brand-new eatery called C’sis Espresso on Brookes Street. Taking over the site previously home to Plant Vibes Cafe, C’sis is serving a whole new menu packed with bold Asian-inspired flavours – think innovative twists on traditional and crowd-favourite dishes, built on a foundation of wholesome ingredients. Highlights from the menu include Sister’s roasted potato Benedict (roasted potatoes, poached eggs, house-made hollandaise sauce, and your choice of thick-cut ham, bacon, smoked salmon or halloumi), spaghetti tom yum prawns (spaghetti coated in tangy Thai-style tom yum sauce, topped with king prawns), slow-cooked massaman curry with buttery roti, and the garlic funghi – a vegan-friendly option with garlic mushrooms, plant-based cheese and chilli flakes. C’sis Espresso will also be serving coffee made using Bellissimo beans, as well as strawberry matcha lattes. C’sis Espresso is open now – more details can be found in The Directory.
Baker D. Chirico x Adriano Zumbo
One of Brisbane’s best new bakeries is teaming up with one of the country’s leading dessert minds for a special collaboration event. From 8:00 am on December 14 and 15, Adriano Zumbo will be heading to Baker D. Chirico in Newstead for a weekend-spanning takeover. Alongside Danny Chirico himself, Adriano will present a limited-edition selection of artisanal creations, with both chefs showcasing their signature styles and career-defining flavours. If you’re keen to stock up, be sure to get to Baker D. Chirico early – there will be lines!
Sonder Dessert
One of Brisbane’s best dessert destinations has just completed an exciting round of renovations, injecting its venue with a newfound sense of energy. Sonder Dessert in Sunnybank Hills has lifted the lid on its brand-new look, with ENP Fitouts pulling off a whirlwind cosmetic overhaul in just nine days. The Sonder team has embraced a minimalist style with its makeover, taking a wabi-sabi approach to the aesthetic, which features linen lampshades, rattan chairs, sleek stainless-steel countertops and an outdoor dining area boasting checkerboard travertine and marble tiles. This renovation process has sparked a surge of creativity in the Sonder kitchen, with a raft of thoughtfully curated new desserts set to be introduced shortly. Keep your eyes on Sonder Dessert’s Instagram page for more news soon.
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Nali Kitchen
Looking for a new inner-city lunch spot to try this week? We suggest checking out Nali Kitchen, a sleek new pit stop now open on Gresham Lane. The centrepiece of Nali Kitchen’s offering is tender rotisserie-grilled meats boasting a drool-worthy charred flavour. These proteins are available in packs or stuffed into sandwiches, with options including porchetta, braised beef brisket and lemon and thyme chicken sandwiches all served with charred onions, rocket, salsa verde and garlic aioli. Nali Kitchen is also serving souvlaki stuffed with saltbush lamb, lemon and thyme chicken, and felafel, plus one succulent wagyu beef burger. That’s not all – Nali Kitchen also serves a rotating array of house-made salads, roast vegetables, herby potatoes, potato gratin and garlic rice.
David’s Master Pot
If you’re craving something a little bit spicier for lunch, you’ll be thrilled to know that blossoming malatang destination David’s Master Pot has opened a brand-new location (its fourth in Brisbane) at 105 Elizabeth Street, just across from Uptown. The Melbourne-born, Sichuan-inspired concept is widely beloved for its fully customisable hot pot and malatang menu, which features more than 100 fresh ingredients to choose from, a variety of gently simmered soup bases and a clutch of condiments, allowing for a near-endless amount of choice. That’s not all – David’s Master Pot menu also includes a bunch of Sichuan-style snacks, from crispy fried pork belly and sesame balls with red bean filling, to spicy pork-and-prawn wonton soup and Sichuan-style roast duck.
Monal Dining x C’est Bon
Looking to squeeze in one last lavish lunch before the Christmas break? Outstanding Newstead restaurant and bar Monal Dining will be hosting another of its killer collaborative feasts on Sunday December 22. This time around, the venue will be hosting Andy Ashby of top-tier Woolloongabba restaurant C’est Bon, with Andy teaming up with Monal’s Yogesh Budthoki and Jake Smith to deliver a five-course long lunch infused with elements of modern Australian and French-inspired cuisine. Tickets to the event are $78 per person, with the lunch kicking off at 1:00 pm sharp. Head to the Monal Dining website to make a booking.
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