Jazz & Gin nights come to Garden Kitchen & Bar at The Star Gold Coast!
Jazz & Gin nights come to Garden Kitchen & Bar at The Star Gold Coast!
Ohemgee – it’s happened. That moment when you step outside and realise that winter is all over red rover #byefelicia. The air feels different, you dig out your spring threads, and dial your squad to announce hibernation is officially dunzo for another year. And what better way to make your social comeback than Garden Kitchen & Bar’s Jazz & Gin nights at The Star Gold Coast. Sounding off every Thursday until the 19th of October, your next six weeks’ fun aGINda is sorted.
Starting at 6:30 pm, Garden Kitchen & Bar will combine two of life’s greats which go together like, well, jazz and gin! Let their talented bartenders craft their sinfully good cocktails whilst you soak up the soulful sounds of their esteemed lineup of jazz performers.
Now we love water, particularly when it’s frozen and surrounded by gin, so firstly let’s chew the scat, umm, we mean fat, about the cocktail menu. For fans of the humble G&T, the Bombay Premium Cru & Tonic is calling your name. Then, sip on a Mango Smash made with freshly squeezed lime, Bombay Sapphire Gin and the exotic fusion of mango and coconut #justyes. Or why not try the Rhubarb & Grapefruit Spritz and/or an Elderflower & Lemon Martini and srsly, you had us at elderflower. This bad boy is topped with a citrus bubble for that pin-worthy gram post and is so delish it’ll make James Bond update his catch phrase.
Plus, there’s a Build Your Spritz menu allowing you to embrace your inner mixologist – sans the risk of stuffing up the portions and smashing the fancy glassware. First, select your Bombay Gin (Sapphire, Premier Cru or Citron Presse), choose your ‘fever-tree’ (we’re here for the Italian Blood Orange), and then your garnish (lime and ginger please).
We could bang on about cocktails all day long and absolutely no-one is surprised to hear this, but let’s make some noise for the jazztastic performers!
On the 7th of September, Jake Meywes Trio will grace the stage, returning for our enjoyment on the 21st of September, 5th and 19th of October. Jake is a vocal powerhouse who effortlessly blends Jazz, Funk, and Soul into a contemporary style that’ll knock your sax off.
On the 14th of September and 12th of October, it’s time for the Sarah Hyland Trio to steal the spotlight. Fresh from making waves in the New York City jazz scene, Sarah will captivate everyone with her enchanting vocals and magnetic stage presence.
And let’s not forget the Aaron West Trio on the 28th of September, led by a guitar virtuoso who was inspired by the great Stevie Ray Vaughan. Aaron’s mastery of jazz guitar and vocals, honed at the Conservatorium of Music, will leave you wanting more.
So, whether you’re a gin connoisseur, a jazz enthusiast, or just someone looking for a bloody (orange soda Bombay Gin) good night out, ‘swing’ on in to Jazz & Gin nights at Garden Kitchen & Bar. Now go on – ‘scat’!
Where: The Star Gold Coast, Casino Drive, Broadbeach
When: Thursday nights until 19th October.
Words by Bianca Trathen.
STORY SPONSORED BY THE STAR GOLD COAST.
The Star practises the responsible service of alcohol.
Ho ho holy moly folks! It’s that time of the year again when we hang the mistletoe, cover anything and everything in tinsel, and shamelessly belt out Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas Is You” on repeat. And this just in; our good friends at The Star Gold Coast are turning up the festive dial to 11 with their Not So Silent Night Christmas Ball on Saturday 16th December.
Hold on for ‘deer’ life because The Star, aka the GC’s five-star-fun-parlour will pull out all the stops for this ‘elfin awesome Christmas soiree. Jam-packed with fun, laughter, dancing, and holiday cheer, tickets are being snapped up faster than Barbie merch at the pre-Christmas Big W toy sale.
First up, let’s talk dress code coz #priorities. Sleigh all day night and don(ner) your finest cocktail attire #FestiveFashionFace-off. Now let’s unwrap the menu which is next level holly jolly good. Starting with a tree-mendous spread of canapes including a selection of hand rolled sushi, chicken kofta with pomegranate yoghurt, and pumpkin and almond samosa with mango relish, it’ll be your taste buds’ best Christmas yet! Then cue the entrées with alternate serves of Smoked Salmon, Dill and Lemon Crème Fraiche with pickled onion, capers and croutons, plus Serrano Ham with grilled asparagus, whipped goats curd, savoury muesli, aged balsamic #drool.
Conserve some stomach real estate for the main course, offering alternate serves of Beef Tenderloin with potato gratin, broccolini, and cafe de Paris butter, along with Roasted Chicken Breast with baby potato, brussels sprouts and bacon, chicken jus. And the foody finale; a selection of delectable mini desserts hand-crafted by the Star’s very own Pastry Chef. Our advice; resist the temptation to succumb to a festive nosh induced food coma coz friends, the dancefloor awaits #SleighMyNameSleighMyName.
Stay hydrated with a 4.5-hour beverage package, with sparkling, red and white wine, a variety of beers, and non-alcoholic drinks for the DD. And for those who want to take their holiday spirit to the next level, beverage upgrade ticket holders are privy to a selection of four spirits in their package. Cheers to that!
Now, let’s discuss entertainment because it would be ‘rudolph’ us not to when it’s this epic. 42 Band, one our country’s leading live acts proudly presented by the award-winning Hanlon Brothers, will be grooving the night away belting out latest and greatest RnB, soul, and hip-hop music bangers. Plus, local DJ Libre will be spinning those beats like only he can so prepare to shake it like a (North) pole-aroid picture.
Wanna go all out and of course you do – it’s Christmas! The Star are offering a special 25% discount on the best available rate for all guests of the Not So Silent Night for stays from Friday 15th – Sunday 17th December (see link below for more details). Yule kick yourself if you don’t take advantage of such a tree-mendous deal!
If you thought silent nights were overrated, then this event is tailor-made for you! General admission tickets are $215 per person, or $235 with the beverage upgrade. For more information or to purchase tickets, go here.
Where: The Star Gold Coast, Casino Drive, Broadbeach
When: Saturday 16th December, 2023
Words by Bianca Trathen.
STORY SPONSORED BY THE STAR GOLD COAST.
The Star practises the responsible service of alcohol.
