published work
PUBLICATIONS:
naked wings
Naked Wings’ mission is simple, ‘to bring wing lovers the best and largest selection of buffalo wings’, and with no less than 15 exotic flavours to choose from, we think they’re certainly on their way!
Written for Brissy Eater on Mar. 10 2021
THE ROSE ROOM
For the lovers of everything pink and instagrammable, prepare to fall head over heels for Dirty Sultan’s new pink themed Turkish café, The Rose Room.
Written for Brissy Eater on Mar. 02 2021
Picnic Spots Perfect for Valentine’s Day
With Valentine Day just around the corner, we’ve rounded up some of the best picnic spots in Brisbane, so all you need to remember is your picnic blanket… oh, and your date!
Written for Brissy Eater on Jan. 29 2021
Baba Ganouj
Sitting pretty right in the heart of South Bank is Baba Ganouj (pronounced baba-gah-noosh), a casual eatery where you can find authentic modern Lebanese food seven days a week.
Written for Brissy Eater on Jan. 29 2021
Brisbane’s Most Instagrammable Eateries
Whether you’re the kind of person who feeds their camera before themselves or simply appreciate visually striking design, you’ll want to add these ‘Insta-worthy’ places to your list!
Written for Brissy Eater on Jan. 28 2021
flute
An always-busy firm favourite among locals, Flute in Coorparoo is known for its fantastic barista-made coffee, great value meals, delicious sweet treats, and its attentive, professional service.
Written for Brissy Eater on Jan. 23 2021
NEWPORT’S CAFE
Recently finished with their renovations upstairs for a larger dining space and launching an all-new menu featuring three-stack toasties, signature waffles, colourful acais bowls and a tempting array of drinks, Newport’s Café in South Brisbane is certainly worth a visit for a much-needed midweek pick-me-up.
Written for Brissy Eater on Jan. 11 2021
table 26
A vibrant corner café popular with locals, Table 26 has since expanded from their original West End location, with a second Table 26 recently opening in Carindale, and a third opening in Indooroopilly in the coming months.
Written for Brissy Eater on Dec. 20 2020
OCHE
As Australia’s first dedicated darts bar, Oche, located within Fortitude Valley’s 115-year-old, heritage-listed Old Flour Mill is far from your average bar.
Written for Brissy Eater on Dec. 10 2020
mad burger
With a wide selection of American-style burgers packed full of fresh ingredients and flavour, you’d be MAD not to drop by one of Mad Burger’s stores next time your craving a good ol’ burger.
Written for Brissy Eater on Dec. 8 2020
Hottest New Openings of 2020 In Brisbane
Despite the chaos and uncertainty of much of the year, that didn’t stop incredible new restaurants and bars continuing to pop up all around Brisbane – here is a few you may have missed!
Written for Brissy Eater on Dec. 3 2020
Brisbane’s Best Spots to Enjoy Bottomless Drinks
Of course they advise to drink in moderation, though sometimes, every once in a while, it’s nice to splurge and enjoy more than one or two glasses of your favourite tipple with your meal out and about.
Written for Brissy Eater on Oct. 4 2020
cafe bouleVard
Inspired by French café culture, where cafés serve as meeting places and conversation centres, and with a philosophy of ‘simple food done right’, Café Boulevard in Mount Gravatt is an open, inviting setting ideal for any occasion.
Written for Brissy Eater on Sep. 14 2020
PING PONG
Since officially opening its doors a little over a month ago, Ping Pong has quickly become one of the hottest foodie spots in the city, and with one visit we can see why.
Written for Brissy Eater on Sep. 8 2020
quysine tapas bas
On the edge of Cleveland’s town centre and a street away from the shore, you’ll find a charming little tapas bar and restaurant known as Quysine – a perfect spot to enjoy a few tapas plates and drinks with a group of close friends or family.
Written for Brissy Eater on Aug. 17 2020
MISS JONES CAFE
Straddling the border of New Farm and Fortitude Valley, along the main, busy street of Brunswick Street, you’ll find the rather inconspicuous Miss Jones Café, the sibling of nearby Little Loco.
Written for Brissy Eater on Aug. 11 2020
p’nut street noodles
Considered to be the home of authentic and flavoursome Asian street food, P’Nut Street Noodles will be bringing the best of Indonesian food to its stores this August to mark the country’s independence.
Written for Brissy Eater on Aug. 4 2020
THAI ORCHID SPRINGWOOD
Founded in 1986 to become the first ever Thai restaurant in Brisbane, the multi-award-winning Thai Orchid in Springwood has been a favourite and go-to for delicious, dependable and unbeatable Thai food for many locals for decades.
Written for Brissy Eater on Jul. 24 2020
bam bam bakehouse
Located directly off the Gold Coast Highway in Mermaid Beach, Bam Bam Bakehouse is a much-loved and highly frequented favourite among Gold Coast locals and day trippers.
Written for Brissy Eater on Jul. 18 2020
CENZO’S cafe & bar
Cenzo’s Café and Bar is arguably one of Upper Mt Gravatt’s best kept secrets and with breakfast and lunch available seven days a week and an evening menu offered on Friday and Saturdays, no matter the time Cenzo’s has you covered.
Written for Brissy Eater on Jul. 13 2020
MORNING AFTER
Featuring an all-day breakfast menu as well as an ‘after’ (breakfast) menu, Morning After, situated right in the heart of West End is the perfect spot to enjoy breakfast or lunch – or brunch – with friends!
Written for Brissy Eater on Jun. 28 2020
Little loco
A much-loved favourite among locals and brunch-goers everywhere, Little Loco in New Farm is the perfect spot to begin the day – whenever that may be.
Written for Brissy Eater on Jun. 11 2020
Where You Can Once Again Dine Out - South of the Brisbane River
For many restaurants and cafes, particularly small businesses, the current rule which allows for only a maximum of ten people in a public venue at a time, simply does not make sense financially. Though there are many eateries which have reopened their doors to dine-in customers once again.
Written for Brissy Eater on May 19 2020
Where You Can Once Again Dine Out - North of the Brisbane River
With Queensland easing COVID-19 restrictions over the weekend, allowing restaurants and cafes to welcome back dine-in customers, dining out in Brisbane is once again possible. Though before you start celebrating, know that not every Brisbane eatery has decided to reopen their doors.
Written for Brissy Eater on May 19 2020
Queensland’s Easing COVID-19 Restrictions Explained
It has been a long eight weeks of self-isolation, however the light at the end of the tunnel is finally in sight, as coronavirus (COVID-19) restrictions have begun to ease in Queensland. So, what has changed? What are you now allowed to do, and what remains strictly off limits?
Written for Brissy Eater on May 17 2020
The Mobile Tourist
The way people accessed information thirty years ago is vastly different from the way in which people access information today. Today, an encyclopedia of information is literally at a consumer’s fingertips, accessible within a matter of seconds; the days of having to solely rely on word-of-mouth recommendations from the local travel agent are firmly within the past.
Written for LinkedIn on May 12 2020
The Elephant in The Room
It’s hard not to love an elephant; their droopy eyes, thin flappy ears, rough, supersize bodies, and unique trunk. However, it is human’s long-time fascination with these majestic creatures which continues to fuel the rise of an arguably cruel and unethical industry.
Written for LinkedIn on Apr. 28 2020
Brisbane’s fanciest Japanese restaurants
Prepare to feed your inner sumo, Brisbane – we know he’s hungry.
A miniature train on a conveyor belt carrying endless morsels of yumminess (aka sushi) our way; a theatrical experience where a chef literally throws freshly-grilled deliciousness at us (aka teppanyaki) – yeah, we love Japanese very matcha!
Written for The Gourmand & Gourmet on 6 Nov. 2019
Shhh! A new gin bar awaits
Can we trust you with a devilish secret?
Well, come a little closer and let us fill you in all the juicy deets about Shhh!, the secretive new gin bar that has popped-up in the Valley.
Written for The Gourmand & Gourmet on 28 Oct. 2019
Celebrate Melbourne Cup on Fish Lane
Forget Flemington, Fish Lane is the place to be this Melbourne Cup.
Dress up and celebrate the race that stops the nation in style this year at The Fox Hotel with two premium packages to choose from.
Written for Explore Fish Lane on 21 Oct. 2019
ReimaGINing high tea at Motion Dining
A high tea tailored to all gin connoisseurs, tonic tipplers, and the movers and shakers of town is (finally) here!
Here at G&G we love a good G&T, so we’re gin-uinely excited about Motion Dining’s reimaGINing of the classic high tea.
Written for The Gourmand & Gourmet on 11 Oct. 2019
Weekend eatinerary: Blue Mountains
An embarrassingly short commute from Sydney, the UNESCO heritage-listed Blue Mountains exists as the perfect weekend getaway and turns out there are loads more reasons to visit than just checking out those three sisters, like… eating (and drinking).
Considered the slow food capital of Australia, the Blue Mountains is a destination for foodies and hikers, with an array of quaint, home-style cafes, cute delis, family-owned bakeries and award-wining, top-notch restaurants, all oozing country charm.
Written for The Gourmand & Gourmet on 11 Oct. 2019
EXPLORE THE VALLEY’S GALLERIES
Everyone’s familiar with the Valley’s eclectic street art, but did you know the precinct is also full of thriving spaces waiting to be uncovered by curious art buffs? From works by rising local artists to pieces by national and international talent, there’s something for every connoisseur of the art world in the Valley.
Written for My Valley on 6 Oct. 2019
Weekend Eatinerary: Canberra
Criminally overlooked, Canberra is a gem hiding in plain sight that is so much more than a city where politicians and public servants reside, as discerning foodies, too, will feel very much at home.
While the nation’s capital may not have always screamed ‘foodie paradise’, Canberra is now home to a thriving food scene littered with top-rate fine-dining establishments, funky cafes pouring coffee rivalling Melbourne’s best and the craziest, ‘grammable creations imaginable.
Written for The Gourmand & Gourmet on 30 Sep. 2019
The ‘80s are back at Donna Chang for one night only
The 1980s was arguably the greatest decade of all time, full of extreme fashion, gigantic hair, verified bangers, and our favourite films.
Whether you lived through the 1980s or missed out on the fun, Donna Chang invites everyone to relive the legendary decade and step into a time warp for one night only on Wednesday, October 9, with a 1980s-inspired menu designed by the restaurant’s head chef, Jason Margaritis.
Written for The Gourmand & Gourmet on 30 Sep. 2019
Farm life is calling at these charming farm tours
From adorable farm animals to acres of open space, there are certainly perks of farm life.
Escape the hustle and bustle of the city and experience a slice of country life at one of these farms only a stone’s throw away from Brisbane. Whether you’re desperate for zero-food-mile fresh produce or a special Insta-moment, these stunning farms, open to the public, are well worth the visit (and the muddy shoes).
Written for The Gourmand & Gourmet on 24 Sep. 2019
Taste, stroll and explore with the Urban Wine Walk
Promising a fresh, self-guided wine tasting experience without having to leave the city, the Urban Wine Walk is a pilgrimage every wine lover needs to make, and it’s back and bigger than ever!
Written for Explore Fish Lane on 13 Sep. 2019
Play like you've never played before at Archie Brothers Cirque Electriq
Forget ideas of running away to join the circus, as a dazzling circus-themed pleasure dome slash diner slash cocktail joint jam-packed full of kidult fun is opening in Brisbane (and we’re not clowning around).
Written for The Gourmand & Gourmet on 6 Sep. 2019
Queensland's most Insta-worthy hotels
What’s a holiday if you didn’t 'gram it?
Put the passport (and your life savings) away! These Insta-worthy hotels call the Sunshine State home, and are guaranteed to wow your followers and swiftly take your Insta game to the next level.
Written for The Gourmand & Gourmet on 4 Sep. 2019
An Unforgettable Month in Singapore
How did you spend your four-week winter break? Binge-watching Netflix? Catching-up with friends? Scrolling with envy through your Instagram feed at seemingly everyone finding themselves in Europe?
Well I was fortunate enough to spend the winter break, along with nineteen other University of Queensland students in Singapore, interning at a technology startup, as part of the 2019 Singapore Startup Adventure, facilitated by the University of Queensland’s Idea Hub.
Written for LinkedIn on Aug. 27 2019
Escape to Japan this Spring
Say sayonara to winter and konnichiwa to sipping cherry blossom-inspired cocktails among the flowers this spring at Saké Restaurant and Bar.
Welcome the blooming of the sakura (aka the cherry blossom for those not fluent in Japanese – don’t worry, we had to look it up!) in Australia this season at Brisbane’s favourite contemporary Japanese fine diner, Saké Restaurant and Bar.
Written for The Gourmand & Gourmet on 27 Aug. 2019
Happiness comes to South Bank... on a stick!
If you’re happy and you know it, and you really want to show it, pop into South Bank’s newest local, Happy Pops!
What is the key to happiness? It is a loaded question that has haunted people for generations, but we may have just found the answer–hello, Happy Pops!
Written for The Gourmand & Gourmet on 16 Aug. 2019
BRISBANE AUSTRALIA II
Whilst it may not be as showy as Sydney, or as hip as Melbourne, Brisbane is growing, increasingly evolving into a must-see destination for travellers.
Written for Tea And The Gang on 10 May 2017
sydney australia
Sydney is unapologetically showy, though undeniably elegant simultaneously – it does not shout brashy for one’s attention, yet one cannot help but be entranced by its breathtaking beauty.
Written for Tea And The Gang on 30 Jan. 2017
THE GOLD COAST BRISBANE AUSTRALIA
Beginning life as a secluded beachside holiday destination for wealthy Brisbane residents, the Gold Coast has since grown exponentially – now the largest non-capital city in Australia. Boasting breath-taking beaches, thrilling theme parks, chilled-out cafes, beautiful boutiques and rich rainforests’, this south-east region of Queensland offers a cornucopia of experiences.
Written for Tea And The Gang on 4 Nov. 2016
localeur
Localeur has local influencers in 85 cities around the world who have their own social followings, food and lifestyle blogs, and creative day jobs, who share recommendations for travellers on their go-to spots to eat, drink, shop, and play in their cities.
From February 2019 - February 2020, Jarred contributed to Localeur by sharing his recommendations on his favourite places to visit in and around Brisbane.
Written for Localeur