Celebrate in style at Hilton Surfers Paradise.
Celebrate in style at Hilton Surfers Paradise.
Thankfully the Hilton Surfers Paradise has an array of luxe event options on offer so you can slay those Chrissy part-ay plans. There’s no better place to jingle all the way to an experience that’s both magical and memorable.
Their expert event planners are dedicated to making each celebration unique and extraordinary. From crafting custom menus to arranging DJs who’ll play the perfect holiday hits and setting up photo booths with whimsical props, Hilton Surfers Paradise put the ‘merry’ back in merrymaking.
With a focus on flawless execution, the Hilton Surfers Paradise team ensures that every event runs smoothly from start to finish. Guests can relax and enjoy the festivities, knowing that every detail is taken care of.
Whether you’re planning an intimate gathering with just your nearest and dearest, a swish get-together with friends or a corporate gathering, Hilton Surfers Paradise is ready and welcome to host all manner of festive functions from November 1st to December 20th.
For small groups of 20 people and under, reserve a section of Catch Restaurant and toast the season with plenty of new friends while sampling delicious dishes from a choice of a two-course or three-course menu.
Think entrees like Prawn Toast and mains like Saltwater Grilled Barramundi or Chicken Breast with coconut, lime and chilli and a third course of Vanilla Crème Brûlée or a Strawberry Ice Cream Sandwich if you go for three courses (highly recommend).
Small group menus start at $46 per person and include centrepiece decorations and bon bons. You can of course add a beverage package or just pay for beverages as you go.
Larger groups of 20 or more can choose from a themed package in The Ballroom, Promenade Room. Poolside (yes please) or at the Deck Bar which means you get exclusive use of whichever space you choose.
Starting from $119 per person with a three hour drinks package included, you’ll be choosing from a Set Menu with dishes like Smoked Duck Breast and Braised Beef Short Rib with Chocolate Fondant for dessert.
There’s a Cocktail Party option with cold canapés such as Torched Brie on Toast, Chopped Prawn Cocktails and Mac and Cheese Croquettes among a many others plus a Cocktail Party option with fork dishes like Pumpkin Arancini and Hokkien Noodles.
The Buffet option offers many a delightful dish including an array of salads you could never dream of making at home, seasonal veggies, Baked Barramundi, Maple and Mustard Double Smoked Ham, Roast Turkey Breast and a choice of desserts more mouthwatering than Nanna makes.
On top of these choose from Gold or Silver beverage packages with plenty of both alcoholic and non-alcoholic options.
As you can see it’s a no brainer – the hardest part will be deciding between that equally enticing selection of swanky Hilton Surfers Paradise spots on offer, and then Wham.. you’ll have this celebration business wrapped up quicker than you can belt out a boozy rendition of ‘Last Christmas’.
These sought after spots never last long, so lock in your festive season celebration at the Hilton Surfers Paradise before you miss out. Click here for more information or to book.
Where: 6 Orchid Ave, Surfers Paradise
When: Various dates/times available November 1st to December 20th
Words by Kirra Smith
STORY SPONSORED BY HILTON SURFERS PARADISE
If you love a burg and a brew, we reckon you’ll be ben-ding over backwards for this one. Bringing a stacked selection of USA-style bites like Buffalo burgers, Bacon poutine and Biscoff shakes – Adelaide-born franchise, Benny’s American Burger has branched out with a brand new patty-slinging location in Surfers Paradise.
Taking up residence on Hanlan St (a stone’s throw from Janus Bakehouse and The Island) the glitter strip’s latest Pulled pork burger and Buffalo wing bringer officially marks the eleventh location for South Australian export, Benny’s American Burger. The certified burger brainiacs behind this burgeoning Southern-born venture say the secret sauce for their success comes down to juicy burgers, crispy fries and warm hospitality… but we’re sure the frosty ales and loaded shakes don’t hurt either.
Founded in 2013 and fuelled by a passion for authentic American cuisine, the first restaurant quickly became a crowd fave among burger-loving Radelaidians. They slowly expanded their USA-inspired eats empire in the decade since, and with the count now well into double digits, it would appear we’ve got some catching up to do. Our minds and bodies are so bready.
Offering seating for 30 inside and a further 32 out, Benny’s is all-American grill served with swagger. Paying homage to West Coast hip-hop culture, insta-ready LA-inspired murals meld with retro diner nods in the form of classic red pops and glowing neon signage. The real star of the space is the large-scale mural which spans the length of one wall, with cameos from a couple of certified fire-spitting icons, Snoop Dogg and Tupac Shakur contributing infinite cool points.
With the fitout’s fresh vibes confirmed, we can turn our attention to the most pressing matter of all – the menu. And word to the zucchini fries, though this might be a star spangled burger slinger through and through, vego fans are truly in for a treat too.
Benny’s boasts a fully-stacked Veggie and Vegan burger menu to complement the usual burger suspects. Offering carb-a-licious creations like the Classic Veggie, or the mouth-tingling Hot Vegan, we’re tipping even a famously plant-based superstar like Snoop, would for shizzle give these bun-based munchies his seal of approval.
Tater tots, Onion rings, Mac n cheese and several iterations of gravy and cheese laden Poutine have got your comfort food hankerings sorted, in addition to a juicy selection of classic burgers ready and waiting to woo your tastebuds. For the purists, stripped back options like the Cheese Burger or Standard Beef, with Angus beef patty, cheese, burger sauce, onion, pickles, tomato and lettuce will be hard to go past. Or if you really wanna throw caution to the wind, the Spicy Beef comes with all of the above, plus a little extra jalapeño and hot sauce action.
If beef style burgers aren’t tickling your fancy, there’s an equally lengthy selection of house-marinated Chicken Burgers, such as the Nashville Chicken, made with glazed chicken breast patty, Cheese, Ranch, Pickle & Slaw. If meat sweats are your barometer for the perfect burg, skip straight to the Premium section. Where button-popping behemoths like the Bigger Than Texas, served with no less than four different meats, are up to the task. But, the question is… are you?
Where: 40-42 Hanlan St, Surfers Paradise
When: Sunday to Wednesday 11am to 10 pm, Thursday to Saturday 11am to 12am
Words by Kellie Leader
Images by Mathilde Bouby
Christmas is right around the corner! We’ll give you a minute for the inevitable “where did the time go” freak out. Ok, now that we’ve cracked open that Santa sack, let’s talk about how to make this season extra merry and bright. Those wishful letters to the North Pole are great, but we need something a bit more… substantial. And before you accuse us of jumping the gun a bit with talk about Christmas this is one event you need to know about way ahead of time.
Enter the annual Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre’s (GCCEC) Christmas extravaganza (with its free-flowing drinks. More on that later). Arguably the hottest ticket in town. And one that is guaranteed to sell out- consider yourself warned.
If you’re new in town, let us introduce you to the GCCEC’s tradition of hosting the Gold Coast’s most magical Christmas event. They’re like the Martha Stewart of throwing Christmas parties, without the insider trading. Year after year, the GCCEC finds new ways to sleigh their advent event, surpassing expectations and leaving attendees awestruck.
Is anyone else taking notes? We could all use a few tips to make our own holiday celebrations as festive and fantastic!
Whether you’re rounding up friends and fam or toasting another year of toiling with some corporate-style cheer for the work crew, the GCCEC Christmas event needs to be on your radar as you ponder the perfect festive season celebration for your fellow comrades. It’s been almost two decades since their first iconic event, and the city’s favourite Noel party has only grown in popularity, completely selling out tickets for the past five years—even over COVID!Needless to say, they are quite the spectacle.
This year’s theme is ‘Deck The Halls’, and we can assure you, no cookies or milk have been left on the table.
That’s your queue to book the babysitter —we have festivities to attend to.
Get set for a night of unforgettable Christmas merriment that’ll make even the North Pole jealous! A sumptuous four-course dinner and 4.5 hours of free-flowing premium refreshments sets the stage for an evening of festive delight. The dance floor awaits with your favourite decade hits from Stu Campbell and Magic Carpet Ride followed by live entertainment to keep the good times sleighing into the night.
Santa’s elves have nothing on the party planners here at GCCEC—it’s inevitable the evening will be packed with more cheer than a sleigh full of presents.
All this for a very jolly $195 per person! I think it goes without saying that just like Santa on Christmas night, these tickets don’t stick around long. But don’t get your tinsel in a tangle! Tickets are still available, but they won’t be for long. Don’t miss out on the chance to jingle all the way to a night of holiday magic! The jolly man himself has even awarded this event 5 stars (credible stuff).
Grab your tickets here.
Where: Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre, 2684-2690 Gold Coast Hwy, Broadbeach
When: Saturday, 14th December 2024
Website: www.gccec.com.au
Instagram: @gccec
Words by Chelsea Ipsen
STORY SPONSORED BY GOLD COAST CONVENTION AND EXHIBITION CENTRE
Is there anything better than celebrating with the people you love most, extravagant feasts you don’t have to lift a finger to enjoy and the ocean only footsteps away? We think not.
Which is why you can (and should) book your Christmas and New Years Eve celebrations at Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort on the Gold Coast right now.
There are so many options to choose from to ensure the 2024 festive season is one you’ll always remember as Sheraton Grand Mirage is home to not one but three five-star venues, one of which offers views out over a sparkling lagoon to Main Beach beyond.
Here are your choices and if you know what’s good for you after a year of cooking dinner for yourself and (probably) your family every single night of the year, you’ll book them all.
Christmas Eve Lunch and Dinner
Christmas Eve is equally as exciting as Christmas Day; the vibes are high and we’re all VERY excited for a day of eating and slothing about. So why not make it two days.
Terraces Restaurant at Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort will open up its famous seafood buffet with Christmas trimmings for both lunch and dinner on Christmas Eve. Treat yourself to all the seafood your heart desires and then go back for more just to make sure.
When: Lunch: 12pm-3pm & Dinner: 5.30pm-9.30pm
Price: Lunch: Adults & Teens: $105pp | Children (5-12): $52pp and Dinner: Adults & Teens: $119pp | Children (5-12): $65pp
Inclusions: Terraces Restaurant’s iconic seafood buffet with Christmas trimmings
Book: Call (07) 5577 0029 or book online.
Christmas Day Luncheon at Terraces Restaurant
Christmas Day and a seafood feast go hand in hand on the Gold Coast. Particularly when that seafood feast is a buffet of the highest quality, with all the Christmas trimmings included of course. Terraces Restaurant will also hand every adult a glass of champagne on arrival PLUS there’ll be live acoustic music, roving entertainment and a visit from Santa.
Whether you’re spending the day with the kids, the extended family or your friends, everyone will love Christmas lunch here.
When: 12pm-3pm
Price: Adults & Teens: $319pp | Children (5-12): $160pp
Inclusions: Delicious all-you-can-eat seafood buffet and a glass of champagne on arrival for the adults
Book online.
Christmas Day Luncheon at Horizons
A luxe Christmas Day lunch spent overlooking a sparkling lagoon with the ocean beyond is exactly what you’ll experience when booking at Horizons. Enjoy a traditional Christmas spread with fresh seafood, an antipasto grazing tower, family-style platters and obviously a sweet treat to finish. Perfection.
Adults get a glass of champagne on arrival and there’s roving entertainment throughout the day.
When: 12pm-3pm
Price: Adults & Teens: $259pp | Children (5-12): $129pp
Inclusions: Traditional Christmas spread with fresh seafood, an antipasto grazing tower, family-style platters and of course, something sweet, Plus, a glass of champagne on arrival for the adults.
Book online.
Christmas Day Dinner at Terraces Restaurant
If a delightful Christmas dinner is more your thing, book at Terraces Restaurant for an exceptional all-you-can-eat seafood buffet featuring all the very best seafood treats you can imagine plus a glass of champagne for the adults on arrival.
When: 5.30pm-9.30pm
Price: Adults & Teens: $150pp | Children (5-12): $75pp
Inclusions: Delicious all-you-can-eat Christmas-themed buffet and a glass of champagne on arrival for the adults
Book: Call (07) 5577 0029 or book online.
Now once all that feasting is done and dusted and we have regained the strength to eat again, it’s time to book a celebratory New Years Eve soiree.
New Years Eve in Terraces Restaurant
The best way to say goodbye to one year and welcome in another is undoubtedly by feasting. A seafood feast to be precise. And champagne of course. Bring the dream to life with your favourite party people at Terraces Restaurant with a seafood buffet, a glass of champagne on arrival for the adults and of course, live entertainment.
If dining on the second sitting, you’ll also enjoy a two-hour premium beverage package in your booking.
When: First Sitting: 5.30pm-7.30pm | Second Sitting: 8pm-10pm
Price: First Sitting: Adults & Teens: $149pp | Children (5-12): $75pp
Second Sitting: $199pp (includes 2-hour premium beverage package)
Inclusions: Delicious all-you-can-eat seafood buffet and a glass of champagne on arrival for the adults
Book: Call (07) 5577 0029 or book online.
New Years Eve in Pearls Bar
If an oyster and champagne station sounds like the perfect way to ring in the New Year, there’s an option for that too. Pearls Bar is the place to be if dancing the night away to live music, but making it a little bit fancy is your party of choice. No bookings required, join the fun from 8pm to 1am.
That’s your festive season well and truly covered. Get in quickly because Sheraton Grand Mirage is one of the most beautiful spots on the Coast to spend a relaxed, stress-free Christmas so spaces won’t last.
Where: Sheraton Grand Mirage Resort Gold Coast, 71 Seaworld Dr, Main Beach
Words by Kirra Smith
STORY SPONSORED BY SHERATON GRAND MIRAGE RESORT GOLD COAST
