South Bank Christmas Companion

Your deliciously compact guide

to Christmas at South Bank

South Bank

ChriStmaS

Companion

visitsouthbank.com.au

Epicurean FeastDell’ Ugo #F7 Piaf Bistro #D5The Point Restaurant & Bar #F13South Bank Surf Club #L12

Melting MomentsCafé Lagoonas #L15 Cold Rock Ice Creamery #J6 Mövenpick #F6 New Zealand Natural #J20

Christmas CheerDM Restaurant – Caffe & Jazz Bar #J12 Fifth Element #F1 Greystone Bar & Cellar #F17The Plough Inn #J16

Retailer Directory

Summer EatsBeastie Burgers #F5Cactus Republic #K14 Cosmos #J22Fins and Feathers #J23

Summer Eats cont’dPresto Pizza Pasta #J22 Saj & Grill #D1 South Bank Kebabs #J23Steam Cafe #K23

Holiday RitualsAqua #J10 dot. espresso #J11Espresso Garage #E8The Crêpe Café #J4

Christmas Around the GlobeAhmet’s Turkish Restaurant #F20Amici’s Italian Restaurant #J7Gandhi Curry House #F9 Ginga Japanese Restaurant #F10Kapsali #J19La Via #F6Obsession Restaurant and Bar #F16Olé #F22Satay Hut Bar & Restaurant #F2 Sardine Tin #F2Toscani’s #F14Viet de Lites #F17

Christmas Gift Guide + Festive FareActive Stride #D3Boost Juice #J21Brumby’s Go! #J21Corcorz #F8Denim Co. #F19dogstar #E18Fifth Element #F1Flowers of the World #F13Great Aussie Sweet Company #K15Greystone Bar & Cellar #F18Izabel + Sebastian #C14 Poppy’s Basket Bakery & Deli #F15Juice Bar #K15Lucky 7 #D16 Lylah #E18(m)art #D22Max Brenner Chocolate Shop #J14MySweetopia #D8Nando’s #J10 Scrumptious Reads #D21South Bank Beach News #K13 Subway #J6 Tlicious #D9

MAY BENNETT DRESSDENIM CO.

ORGANIC POPCORNBOOST JUICE

MAKE-UP PURSEDOGSTAR

MELISSA PVC WEDGESIZABEL + SEBASTIAN

JAM TARTSPOPPY’S BASKET BAKERY & DELI

FILTHY MUK FIRM-HOLD PASTECORCORZ

ASSORTED FUDGEPOPPY’S BASKET BAKERY & DELI

MIXED SEASONAL BOUQUETFLOWERS OF THE WORLD

GEL-NOOSA TRI7 RUNNING SHOEACTIVE STRIDE

HANDMADE NOTEBOOK(M)ART

SUSHI ROLLSJUICE BAR

ROBO CUP MEASURING CUPSSCRUMPTIOUS READS

Christmas Gift Guide and Festive Fare

SWIM SETSOUTH BANK BEACH NEWS

ASSORTED COOKIESSUBWAY

JELLY BELLY SODAGREAT AUSSIE SWEET COMPANY

SWEET CHILLI TWIST BRUMBY’S GO!

NOBBY’S NUDE SEEDY MIXLUCKY 7

MUSHROOM BROOCHDOGSTAR

CADBURY FAVOURITESLUCKY 7

COW BADGES(M)ART

AUTONOMY LEO SHORTS DENIM CO.

CRAGGY RANGE PINOT NOIRFIFTH ELEMENT

CHOCOLATE GIFT SET TWOMAX BRENNER CHOCOLATE SHOP

MUSTARD SHOWPONY HATLYLAH

FROM GIFTS TO THE CHRISTMAS TABLE ESSENTIALS,

YOU’LL FIND IT ALL AT SOUTH BANK.

RUMBALLSBRUMBY’S GO!

GOB SMACKER LOLLYPOPSGREAT AUSSIE SWEET COMPANY

MACARONSMYSWEETOPIA

PRALINE BOXMAX BRENNER CHOCOLATE SHOP

‘LOVE’ PLANT POT SOUTH BANK BEACH NEWS

IRON POT BAY PINOT GRIGIO 2007GREYSTONE BAR & CELLAR

FAIRTRADE KALAHARI STONESFLOWERS OF THE WORLD

NANDO’S AT-HOME GIFT BOXNANDO’S

FUEL BELT WAIST PACKACTIVE STRIDE

GREEN TEA SET TOWERTLICIOUS

ASSORTED CUPCAKESMYSWEETOPIA

TEA CANISTERSTLICIOUS

Christmas Gift Guide and Festive Fare

ACTIVE STRIDE #D3 T. 3844 8794 www.activestride.com.au

BOOST JUICE #J21 T. 3255 3342 www.boostjuice.com.au

BRUMBY’S GO! #J21 T. 3846 2599 www.brumbysgo.com.au

CORCORZ #F8 T. 3846 7520 www.corcorz.com

DENIM CO. #F19 T. 3844 0302 www.denimco.com.au

DOGSTAR #E18 T. 3844 1200 www.dogstar.com.au

FIFTH ELEMENT #F1 T. 3846 5584 www.5thelement.com.au

FLOWERS OF THE WORLD #F13 T. 3846 1300

GREAT AUSSIE SWEET COMPANY #K15 T. 3844 8165

GREYSTONE BAR & CELLAR #F18 T. 3846 6990 www.greystonebar.com.au

IZABEL + SEBASTIAN #C14 T. 3255 0558 www.izabel.com.au

JUICE BAR #K15 T. 3844 3844

LUCKY 7 #D16 T. 3844 4688 www.luckyseven.com.au

LYLAH #E18 T. 3846 0202 www.lylah.com.au

(M)ART #D22 T. 3255 0279 www.artisan.org.au/shop

MAX BRENNER CHOCOLATE SHOP #J14 T. 3255 0411 www.maxbrenner.com.au

MYSWEETOPIA #D8 T. 3844 3732 www.mysweetopia.com.au

NANDO’S #J10 T. 3255 0005 www.nandos.com.au

POPPY’S BASKET BAKERY & DELI #F15 T. 3844 0144

SCRUMPTIOUS READS #D21 T. 0400 110 899 www.scrumptiousreads.com

SOUTH BANK BEACH NEWS #K13 T. 3844 1285

SUBWAY #J6 T. 3844 6667 www.subway.com.au

TLICIOUS #D9 T. 3844 3305 www.tlicious.com.au

Christmas Gift Guide and Festive Fare Retailers

Christmas Cheer‘TIS THE SEASON TO BE JOLLY. FILL UP ON CHRISTMAS CHEER IN THE COMPANY

OF YOUR FAVOURITE FRIENDS AT SOUTH BANK’S RESIDENT WATERING HOLES.

The Plough Inn Dripping with charm and plenty of

festive cheer, The Plough Inn always assures a good

time. Grab a frosty beverage from the bar and enjoy the

sounds of live music in the forever-bustling beer garden

and, when hunger descends, discover a hearty selection

of meal ideas at the steakhouse.

THE PARKLANDS T. 3844 7777

www.ploughinn.com.au #J16

Fifth Element When a balmy December night beckons,

gather your nearest and dearest and head to Fifth

Element. The restaurant, wine bar and cellar has a new

summer menu just in time for Christmas celebrations,

as well as a new summer drinks menu filled with

refreshing cocktails and an extensive selection of wine.

LITTLE STANLEY T. 3846 5584

www.5thelement.com.au #F1

DM Restaurant – Caffe & Jazz Bar Infuse your Christmas

catch-ups with the soulful sounds of a live jazz band

at DM Restaurant. A cafe, restaurant and bar, this

locale can cater for any festive function. For large

get-togethers, DM Restaurant has function menus

available – call the restaurant for more information.


www.dmrestaurant.com.au #J12

Greystone Bar & Cellar Perfectly positioned to provide

views of the Parklands from its deck, Greystone Bar

& Cellar offers a pristine setting for your festive drinks.

The lively atmosphere is coupled with a delicious

selection of cocktails and a tapas menu for grazing.

Stop by the cellar to grab your drinks for Christmas Day.

GREY STREET T. 3846 6990

www.greystonebar.com.au #F17

1. Espresso Garage This blink-and-you-

may-miss-it hole-in-wall coffee haunt

delights its regulars with cheery smiles,

tasty eats and, of course, perfectly

brewed espresso made from Melbourne

coffee blend Genovese. Visit for a

catch-up with friends, and you can

sip your coffee from a bowl and munch

on generous serves of avocado

on toast all day long.

LITTLE STANLEY T. 3846 6162 #E8

2. dot. espresso Named after the

owner’s cat and decorated with

a collection of quirky ornaments,

this charming cafe brims with

character. Set beside the Parklands,

dot.espresso is a perfect spot to watch

the world go by. Find a comfortable

position under the shady umbrellas

and relax as you savour an espresso

with a homemade snack.

THE PARKLANDS T. 3844 6614 #J11

3. Aqua As a child, many cherished

memories are created during the

carefree days of the summer holidays.

Sitting adjacent to the children’s

water park on Stanley Street Plaza,

this family-orientated restaurant is

a great way to start a relaxing day at

South Bank. Adults can feast on a Big

Breakfast and little ones can choose

something yummy from the Kids Menu.


4. The Crêpe Café A delicious treat that

originated in France, the crepe has won

the hearts of food lovers across the

globe. Call into The Crêpe Café for a

savoury brunch crepe filled with bacon

and eggs, or try an indulgent sweet

crepe with lashings of fruit and ice-

cream. Each crepe is best enjoyed with

the cafe’s signature blend of espresso.


www.thecrepecafe.com #J4

Holiday RitualsSLEEP-INS, LAZY SUMMER DAYS AND MID-MORNING BRUNCH DATES –

THE HOLIDAYS ARE THE PERFECT TIME TO ENJOY LIFE AT A SLOWER PACE.

1. 3.

2. 4.

Melting MomentsSUMMER ONLY VISITS ONCE A YEAR, SO MAKE THE MOST OF THOSE

SUN-DRENCHED DAYS WITH THESE ICY COOL DELIGHTS.

Café Lagoonas As the weather warms up, the allure

of a perfect scoop of ice-cream grows with every

sun-soaked moment. Café Lagoonas is located in the

Parklands and provides an ideal setting to spoil the

kids. Treat them to a teetering sundae or milkshake,

while you enjoy a coffee. Ben & Jerry’s ice-cream is

now also available in single serves and take-home tubs.

THE PARKLANDS T. 3844 8092 #L15

New Zealand Natural From low-fat frozen yoghurt to

banana splits and sundaes piled high with ice-cream,

cream and topping, your sweet tooth will tremble with

anticipation as you contemplate New Zealand Natural’s

menu. Choose an ice-cream and meander down to

Streets Beach for an ultimate summer afternoon.


www.newzealandnatural.com.au #J20

Mövenpick The holidays call for a slice of carefree

indulgence to be savoured slowly. Nestled on Little

Stanley, offering views over the Parklands, Mövenpick

offers a pristine location to enjoy a sweet treat. Try a

scoop of ice-cream made from natural ingredients, or

pander to your sweet tooth with Belgian waffles.


www.moevenpick-icecream.com #F6

Cold Rock Ice Creamery An irresistible summer treat,

ice-cream elicits joy from the very first taste. Between

the selection of creamy ice-cream flavours and mix-ins

available at Cold Rock, you can choose from more than

3,000 different flavour combinations as you create your

ice-cream masterpiece.


www.coldrock.com.au #J6

1. Olé As your table steadily fills

with a colourful array of tapas dishes,

the sangria begins to flow, and the

conversation grows more and more

animated, you will be glad you chose

to celebrate Christmas in true Spanish

style. Olé is now taking bookings for

Christmas functions. Check the website

for the function menus available.


www.olerestaurant.com.au #F22

2. Satay Hut Bar & Resturant Add an exotic flavour to your Christmas

gatherings at Satay Hut. Whether

it be a work function or casual get-

together, Satay Hut’s menu of Thai

and Malaysian cuisine creates a unique

dining experience. Also equipped with

a fully stocked bar, Satay Hut delivers

all the ingredients for a vibrant night.


www.satayhut.com.au #F2

3. Obsession Restaurant and Bar Embracing the festive spirit with

gusto, Obsession has created a number

of options for your Christmas party.

A range of new dishes has been created

for the three-course Christmas dinner

menu, or celebrate with a two-course

party lunch. For a little extra help,

ask for a personal party plannner.


www.obsessionchinese.com.au #F16

4. Toscani’s Bringing the carefree spirit

of the Mediterranean lifestyle to South

Bank is Toscani’s. With a delicious

menu and a relaxed setting, Toscani’s

offers all the necessary elements for

a lively celebration. This Christmas,

choose from a selection of set menus

starting from $27.50 per person,

including breads, main, tea and coffee.


www.toscanis.com.au #F14

Christmas Around the GlobeAS THE HOLIDAYS APPROACH AND WANDERLUST BEGINS TO MANIFEST,

TAKE YOUR TASTEBUDS ON A SOJOURN ACROSS THE GLOBE AT SOUTH BANK.

1. 3.

2. 4.

1. Kapsali As you walk away from

Kapsali with a full belly, cheeks

tender from laughing and the sense

of contentment that descends after a

fabulous night, you will begin planning

your next visit to the Greek restaurant.

Kapsali’s bill of entertainment includes

live performances from musicains,

belly dancers and Greek dancers.


www.kapsalis.com.au #J19

2. Sardine Tin With bar stools spilling

onto the street, a tapas menu perfect

for afternoon grazing, and an ever-

changing board of featured wines,

Sardine Tin provides an ideal setting

to begin the festive season. The bar will

only be closed on Christmas and Boxing

Days, so you can visit throughout the

festive period.


www.sardinetin.com.au #F4

3. Viet de Lites With a culture devoted

to food, Vietnam provides a bounty

of inspiration for any celebration.

Bring your Christmas party to life with

a veritable feast from Viet de Lites. As

you move from fresh spring rolls to Pho

and prawns cooked in a tangy tamarind

sauce, your hunger for a truly unique

celebration will be perfectly sated.


www.vietdelites.com.au #F15

4. Amici’s Italian Restaurant Offering

a delightful Italian menu that caters

for all members of the family, an

alfresco setting, and menus developed

especially for Christmas functions,

Amici’s provides a relaxing backdrop

for a merry Christmas gathering.

Receive 10% off your final bill

when you mention this poster.


www.amicis.com.au #J7

Christmas Around the GlobeAS THE HOLIDAYS APPROACH AND WANDERLUST BEGINS TO MANIFEST, TAKE

YOUR TASTEBUDS ON A SOJOURN ACROSS THE GLOBE AT SOUTH BANK.

1. 3.

2. 4.

1. Ahmet’s Turkish Restaurant When searching for a vibrant space

to host a Christmas party, look to

the colourful surrounds of Ahmet’s.

Adorned with Turkish decor and

offering authentic cuisine, as well

as Turkish entertainment, Ahmet’s

knows how to throw a party. Bookings

for Christmas are now being taken.


www.ahmets.com #F20

2. La Via Italian food has an irresistible

rustic charm that is impossible to deny.

Keeping things simple to celebrate

fresh ingredients, La Via’s menu

is a rare find. Hold a festive gathering

at La Via and order a selection of

pizzas for everyone to try, or ask the

staff about creating a customised menu.

Don’t forget to try the dessert pizza.


www.lavia.com.au #F6

3. Gandhi Curry House There is hardly

a better way to herald the arrival of

the festive season than to gather with

loved ones for a mouthwatering feast.

Gandhi Curry House is now taking

Christmas bookings and has a selection

of sumptuous Indian banquets available.

When a curry craving hits at lunch

time, visit Gandhi Curry House for

its famous Butter Chicken lunch special.

LITTLE STANLEY T. 3844 1997 #F9

4. Ginga Japanese Restaurant Christmas is synonymous with fine

fare. Created at the hands of dexterous

chefs, Japanese cuisine epitomises

skilful cooking and the celebration

of food. With a Sushi Chef who has

more than 30 years of experience,

Ginga is a destination for an authentic

Japanese dining experience.


www.gingarestaurant.com.au #F10

1. 3.

2. 4.

Summer EatsFLIP FLOPS, BEACH TOWELS, ENDLESS DAYS FILLED WITH GOLDEN RAYS OF

SUNSHINE AND TASTY EATS – WELCOME TO A SOUTH BANK SUMMER.

Cactus Republic Viva la Mexico! This summer you can

take part in the Mexican revolution happening in the

Parklands. Cactus Republic is a Mexican eatery and

tequila bar serving up flavoursome Mexican cuisine with

a side of cheeky banter. Feast on a burrito bursting with

fresh ingredients, sip on margaritas and finish it all off

with an indulgent serving of chocolate nachos.

THE PARKLANDS T. 3844 0878 #K14

Saj & Grill Unassumingly nestled at the end of Grey

Street, Saj & Grill bursts with character once you step

inside. Choose a traditional Lebanese saj from the

menu and watch as the jovial chef cooks the bread

on a traditional saj oven before filling it with tasty

ingredients, including tender lamb, herbs and tomato.

GREY STREET T. 3846 3402,

www.sajandgrill.com.au #D1

Beastie Burgers Taking the humble hamburger to

another level, Beastie Burgers whips up gourmet

creations with all the traditional burger trimmings.

Just as every burger should, juices from the tender

patties and lashings of sauce will drip down your fingers

as you sink your teeth into that first heavenly bite.


www.eebahgums.com/burgermenu.html #F5

Cosmos Cast your mind back to the summer days of

your childhood and you may recall feasting on hot chips

by the beach, slurping on icy-cool slushies and devouring

a Dagwood Dog dripping with tomato sauce. Home to

a classic selection of summer treats, Cosmos cooks up

the timeless fare that no summer should be without.

Cosmos is also open early for breakfast.


Fins and Feathers Spending some quality time at

the beach before devouring a feast of fish and chips

smothered in tangy tartare sauce is a quintessential

summer experience. Cool off at Streets Beach and then

take a short stroll through the Parklands to Fins and

Feathers, where summer favourites including fish and

chips, calamari, burgers and wraps await.


South Bank Kebabs Made with lashings of juicy

meat, fresh crisp salad and a generous drizzle of

your favourite sauce, a kebab from South Bank Kebabs

will satisfy the most ravenous appetite. Fast, fresh

and tasty, South Bank Kebabs is a popular port of

call for hungry revellers who don’t want to waste

a single minute of summer.


Steam Cafe As you sit back with a coffee in hand,

watching the soothing ebb and flow of the Brisbane

River, you will begin to wish every day were

a holiday. Steam Cafe is perched amongst the trees

in the Parklands and offers a menu filled with honest

fare. The cafe also specialises in gluten-free meals.


www.steamcafe.com.au #K23

Presto Pizza Pasta When hunger strikes, visit Presto

Pizza Pasta in the Parklands for a piping-hot slice of

pizza topped with a colourful assortment of toppings.

Presto Pizza Pasta is a favourite haunt for those who

crave rustic Italian fare served in a prompt fashion.

Enjoy authentic pasta dishes, slices of iconic square

pizza and side of fresh green leafy salad.


Epicurean FeastCELEBRATE WITH A TOUCH OF ELEGANCE AND SAMPLE SOME OF SOUTH BANK’S

FINEST FARE AT THESE GOURMET HAUNTS.

Piaf Bistro Enjoy contemporary French-inspired

cuisine in the chic surrounds of Piaf this festive season.

Sit back and take a gastronomic journey through one

of the world’s most romantic countries. Piaf will only

be closing for a handful of days this Christmas,

making it a perfect spot for holiday catch-ups.

GREY STREET T. 3846 5026

www.piafbistro.com.au #D5

Dell’ Ugo As another year draws to a close, Dell’ Ugo

provides an idyllic setting to celebrate all you have

accomplished. Specialising in Venetian cuisine and

seafood dishes, the delicate and thoughtfully compiled

menu at Dell’ Ugo is the perfect complement to a jovial

affair. Book now to secure your Christmas function.


www.dellugosouthbank.com.au #F7

The Point Restaurant & Bar When fine fare meets

good company and a perfect location, you have all

the ingredients for a spirited celebration. Celebrate

Christmas in the elegant surrounds of The Point,

which has two private spaces available, including

the breezy mezzanine floor overlooking the restaurant.


www.thepointrb.com.au #F13

South Bank Surf Club Overlooking Streets Beach,

the South Bank Surf Club provides a casually elegant

setting to celebrate in the luscious summer weather.

The Surf Club has created a special offer for ladies this

Christmas – groups of four or more can enjoy tapas and

two bottles of champagne for just $22.50 per person.


www.southbanksurfclub.com.au #L12

A South Bank ChristmasThis year, Christmas at South Bank is Made with Love. Slow down and rediscover the real meaning of giving

with some heart-felt experiences in the Parklands.

HANDMADE WORKSHOPSUNDER THE TREES PICNIC

GIANT LAWN GAMES

10- 23 DECEMBER. THE PARKLANDS, SOUTH BANKBOOK WORKSHOP TICKETS AT WWW.VISITSOUTHBANK.COM.AU

celebrate & win

A POST-FESTIVE DINING EXPERIENCE WORTH $500 AT SOUTH BANK

Enter by telling us where you dined, shopped or played at South Bank over the festive period. Entries must be

submitted before 31 December, 2011 to go into the draw.

To enter CLICK HERE

Christmas at South Bankup to 25 December

http://www.visitsouthbank.com.au/celebrate

South Bank Christmas Companion

Documents

Transcript of South Bank Christmas Companion