We curated the ultimate boys’ day out on the Gold Coast for @thedonutdaddy @kwameduah @mancancooknz 🔥

Kicking things off with breakfast at @bambam_bakehouse before hitting the water for jet skiing at @jetskisafaris and parasailing with @goldcoastparasail for plenty of adrenaline.

Next Stop: @calibeachclub for great food, drinks and good vibes, before wrapping up the day with rooftop views and dinner at @nineteenatthestar ✨

Consider this your sign to round up the crew and plan a day you’ll be talking about for weeks 🤝 ...

This or that: winter escape edition ❄️

Are you going French countryside charm at Spicers Clovelly Estate, or rainforest retreat energy at Spicers Tamarind?

Either way, Spicers Retreats are serving fireplaces, luxe stays and peak cosy-season energy. No long-haul flight required.

Comment TAMARIND or CLOVELLY and we’ll send you our guide to the Spicers winter escapes worth packing your knits for🧣 ...

Broadbeach, get ready to (c)rumble 🍪

Brooki Bakehouse has officially opened its GC flagship on Surf Parade, and yes — those viral cookies are baked fresh in-house all day long.

Think warm, gooey, palm-sized New York-style cookies straight from the oven, plus fudgy brownies, cupcakes and plenty of sweet-tooth chaos.

Find @brookibakehouse at 88 Surf Parade, Broadbeach, open 10am–10pm daily.

Tag your cookie crew 👇 ...

We found where the smoke is coming from 🔥

@hicksville_southport is firing up 16-hour brisket, sticky bourbon-glazed ribs, cold beers and big backyard bar energy in Southport.

Come hungry, bring the crew, and prepare to get saucy.

Comment SMOKE for the full scoop. ...

This Cooly favourite is back, bougier and breeze-ier than ever 🙌

Comment COOLY and we’ll send you the full story. ...

Ramen season has officially arrived 🍜

If you’re looking for the ultimate comfort meal, Charcoal Ramen has just dropped two new menu additions that need to be on your radar.

🌶️ Chilli Ramen with a whisky-infused chilli oil bringing the perfect balance of flavour and heat.
🦞 Hokkaido Seafood Broth packed with rich, deep umami flavours that’ll have you coming back for another bowl.

Add a few signature sides, grab your chopsticks and thank us later.

📍 Charcoal Ramen, Robina

Tag your ramen-loving mate below 👇 ...

Still planning your weekend?

The Gold Coast is buzzing with big events you don’t want to miss 👀 ...