Experience a Wine & Cheese Evening and live acts only at The Star Gold Coast.
Experience a Wine & Cheese Evening and live acts only at The Star Gold Coast.
Ah May, the month when we’re officially on the downhill slide into winter and the scantily clad poolside hangs are temporarily switched out for fully clothed and cozy catch ups. Living in this beautiful part of the world, we only have cooler weather for a blink-and-you-miss-it snippet of time, so seize the moment coz it’s seriously just that – a moment! Treat yo’self to a cute new jacket, enjoy your makeup actually staying on your face, and lock in some fun at places which embrace the change of season. The Star Gold Coast is your one stop shop for winter-friendly entertainment and trust us – it’s all that and some!
Wine & Cheese Evening
If there was ever a match more perfect than Bennifer, this is it. The ultimate first winter warmer event of the season, Garden Kitchen & Bar invites us all to gather at sunset with mulled wine and firepits on Thursday 2nd June for an indulgent food and wine experience on The Lawn – and we accept! This all-inclusive event features wine stalls and tastings from a variety of premium local and international wineries – think rosé, chardonnay, sparkling, gris, pinot noir, shiraz and more, all paired to perfection with a selection of cheeses, charcuterie and roaming canapes. Taste your way through locally and imported cheese, served with quince paste, falwasser, lavosh, and fresh and dried fruit. Feast on San Danielle prosciutto and tartufo salami individually served with pickled figs, giardiniera and artisan bread, plus cured meats, pickled vegetables and olives with grana Padano. And when you’re looking for more lining in that stomach, there’s Milly Hill lamb cutlets wrapped in vine leaves with cumin spiced yogurt, Parmigiano Reggiano risotto with fresh chives, and truffled mac n cheese to soak up the grapes. We. Are. So. There.
There’s even a live performance from ‘Mr Entertainment’ GC himself, Danny Faifai. This legend knows how to get a crowd in dance-mode, playing all your fave high energy hits and flexing his redonkulously impressive vocal range. Tickets to this 2 hour bottomless event are $120pp and can be purchased here.
Azure Spa & Fitness – Absolute Renewal Ritual
Throughout May, get your pamper on with an extra special spa experience! Enjoy 2 hours of pure bliss with their Absolute Renewal Ritual offering which includes an energy restoring massage followed by a customised Skinovage facial. Focussed on obtaining total body harmony, you’re guaranteed to have your tension and tightness totally melted away. The package is just $280pp and strictly available until 31st May. What are you waiting for? Book here!
Mark Vincent and Mirusia – Together In Concert
Huddle up in comfort at The Theatre on Saturday 14th May, and witness two of Australia’s most loved classical crossover artists join forces! Internationally acclaimed sensations Mark Vincent and Andre Rieu’s ’Angel Of Australia’ and Leading Soprano Mirusia will perform songs from your fave hit musicals and their new show ’From London’s West End To Broadway Orchestrated’. Tickets are $89.90pp and can be snapped up here.
Elvis – If I Can Dream
Also in The Theatre, it’s time to get all shook up on Saturday 21st May, with world-class Elvis tribute artist Mark Anthony. Experience the iconic music, the costumes, the emotion and the unmistakable energy! Tickets are $79.90pp and can be purchased here.
Touch Sensitive (DJ Set)
If he’s good enough to collab with Flume and tour with Flight Facilities, we’re sold. Head to The Lawn on Saturday 28th May for this triple threat’s winning combo of 80’s sky-high falsetto, floor-filling disco and the rhythmic dynamism of his frenetic live performances. Entry is free but if you need more reasons to be sold (as if), find more info here.
Where: The Star Gold Coast, Casino Drive, Broadbeach
When: Various activations throughout May. Wine & Cheese Evening Thursday 2nd June.
Words by Bianca Trathen.
STORY SPONSORED BY THE STAR GOLD COAST
The Star practises the responsible service of alcohol.
We’re not pasta point of loving everything Italian, especially when it comes to a leisurely long lunch brimming with delightful Italian cuisine. So, when we heard Cucina Vivo at The Star Gold Coast is once again hosting its infamous Italian Long Lunch on Saturday 27th of July, we unanimously declared we’re signing up for a pizza the action!
This two and a half hour, esteemed chef-prepared three course feast is bubbling over with Italian goodness and PS – it’s no accident we used a phrase pertaining to bubbles. These delectable share dishes have been expertly curated to pair perfectly with Dal Zotto’s premium wines which PPS – are also included in the package and yes, you can sip with us. Throw in a hearty serving of mood-lifting live entertainment and #SliceSliceBaby, we’re booking right this very (pro)sec(co).
Brace yourself for an authentic taste adventure that will whisk you away to the charming backstreets of Southern Italy and srsly, this is no impasta. For $99 per person (including Eventbrite booking fees), you’ll be perched in prime position overlooking the pristine pool whilst you experience the ultimate Italian indulgence. Imagine the sun glistening off the water as you tuck into your starter; an array of mouthwatering Antipasti. With calabrese salami, San Danielle prosciutto, and mortadella, each bite delivers a burst of rich, savory flavours that set the stage for the courses to come.
Next up, let’s hear it for some sharesies-style Casarece Bolognese with 30-hour ragu melding flavours to perfection, pomodoro, and pecorino cream. Because we DO make friends with salad, add some refreshing Salad of Rocket with parmigiano Reggiano, pear, and aged balsamic. And it’s just not an Italian nosh-up without a traditional pizza done right and Cucina Vivo’s Capricciosa Pizza is the Leonardo da Vinci in a world full of doodles. With its tomato base, fior de latte, artichokes, mushroom, ham, and olive, it’s a true masterpiece.
But wait, there’s amore! For dessert, treat yourself to a heavenly Pannacotta with macerated strawberries and biscotti that’ll have you saying “more, per favore!”. And who could forget the drinks (certainly not us!) and Dal Zotto has us covered with sips from King Valley Victoria, including Dal Zotto ‘Pucino’ Prosecco, Dal Zotto Pinot Grigio, and Dal Zotto Sangiovese. Not a wine aficionado? No problemo! Also included are also the finest Italian tap beers like Peroni ‘Nastro Azzurro’ Lager and Birra Moretti Lager. Prefer something softer…or have no choice coz you’re the DD? Fear not! Enjoy a variety of soft drinks and juices to keep your palate pleased.
So, grab your amicos and amicas, bring your appetite, and join us for a lunch that’s a-pasta-tively unforgettable! Remember, Cucina Vivo’s Italian Long Lunch is somewhat of an Italian-loving GC-er’s rite of passage, so get booking pronto with a capital P.
Buon appetito!
Where: Cucina Vivo, at The Star Gold Coast, Casino Dr, Broadbeach
When: 12pm – 2.30pm, Saturday 27th July
Words by Bianca Trathen
STORY SPONSORED BY THE STAR GOLD COAST
The Star practises the responsible service of alcohol. Guests must be aged 18 years or over to enter the casino. BET WITH YOUR HEAD, NOT OVER IT.
