Tis the season to be jolly, or usually sweaty when it comes to Christmas in Brissy. Whether you’re full of dread about seeing distant relatives, or enjoy the one month where it’s kinda socially acceptable to behave like a child, it’s December and that means it’s the Silly Season.

Whether you’re in the mood for some classic pub grub paired with an old-faithful beer, or fancy sipping on a Negroni (sbagliato, with Prosecco in it) featuring a whole range of fancy liquor - Brissy is pretty versatile.

Our go-to suburban gem is Siri Thai, a traditional Thai restaurant in the Northside of Brissy, bringing authentic Thai flavours to our tables for over 15 years. Serving up food with heart, Siri Thai serves up your classics

Dee Den is the new kid on the block that’s already made quite the impression. Opening in early 2022, Dee Den has already impacted the Sunny Coast restaurant game and has become a must-do dining destination.

Nicknamed as the ‘sleepy state’, it’s about time us Queenslander start sipping on some stronger coffee. Although we usually opt to grab our daily caffeine needs in the morning, sometimes we crave a sip of java after 1pm. We’re gonna spill the beans on where to get your late-night coffee fix!

Winner winner, chicken dinner, the hot, greasy (in the best way possible), golden crunch of a fried chicken piece is merely unmatched. Whether you’re an original kinda-pal or love getting sweaty over some hot wings, Brissy’s fried chicken scene is absolutely bubbling with fried-goodness. Here’s our picks for the best of the best.

Originating from China, and later developing a new form across Asia and its surrounds, hotpots are more than just a meal, it’s a way of celebrating with friends, family and loved ones.

Everything tastes better between bread, and a good, old-faithful sandwich has always been a go-to lunch time treat. Simplicity at it’s finest, sangas really are the best man-kind creation since sliced bread.

Look, after two years of on again, off again lockdowns, pandemic anxiety, and unsatisfied wanderlust, you’re probably overdue for a holiday. If you’re dreaming of a European summer filled with warm sun, great wine and tasting your way through the likes of Southern Italy, we get it.