Formally known as the scary sounding "Flaschengeist",…read more Liqurious has transformed itself into a great speciality gift store. Known for it's intriguing combinations, This store offers amazing Liqueurs, spirits, fortified wines, oils and vinegars for you to fill up and take home in whatever size bottle you need. I remember being stumped for good gift idea's for my manly man friend, but after talking to the friendly sales staff I got to take home white port in a bottle that had a GLASS SHIP IN IT. (Needless to say it's so boss it still resides on the kitchen counter.) With liqueurs ranging from mango melon, pineapple, rose, limoncello, cognac and walnut, AND melon (as well as a yummy chocolate vodka.) This place definitely has you spoiled for choice. Now is the season for yuletide giving and If you're stumped for a unique gift idea this place is great alternative to that giftcard you were guiltily thinking of buying.

This is another of those fab little shops that I had largely ignored until one day, when I was…read morehanging in Adelaide Street waiting for a bus, I decided to pop in. And oh, what a place full of delightful, alcoholic things! But first there's the amazing oils (I don't cook, but even I was impressed). I totes wanted the Mandarin Infused Extra Virgin Olive Oil to dress some of my Christmas Day salads with. Or perhaps even the Raspberry Caramelised Balsamic Vinegar to dip breads in? Then I realised that I was loitering right beside a huge bottle of chocolate Port. Yes, you read that right. It's Port and it's chocolate flavoured. You can even soak strawbs in it. Then there were the other amazing liquers, just ripe for adding into cocktails: watermelon, rose, mango, macadamia nut). I underestimated you, Liqurious. Respect.

My inner smug trolley radar was off the charts walking into The Source. Quinoa pasta? Natural Yeast…read moreFlakes? Pour your own apple cider vinegar into your pinterest-worthy mason jar? Yeah, The Source has that and more. Look past the plastic bulk bins to their contents. Rows of virtuous and healthy ingredients ready for stocking your kitchen pantry. Prices are by the kilo and you are welcomed to bring your own vessels to purchase products. As Jad A mentioned, there's a great range of paleo museli and a variety of flours for those who are looking to bake allergy-free. And perhaps best of all? The friendly faces of the staff and the store owner, Fiona, that greet you as you enter. Any questions? They're all over it and will lend a hand.

My partner and her daughter come in here all the time, so I decided to join them this time. If your…read moreinto "Organics" then this is place for you, from organic chocolate to dried banana and apricots , this place has it all. As you would expect , you do pay a little bit more. But there is a higher quality of produce. My partner bought the organic peanut butter, and to tell you the truth, it's the damm best peanut butter I have ever tasted.

I wouldn't usually call myself a big dessert fanatic as my taste buds are more aroused by savory…read moreflavours. However there is something about the vast array of chocolatey delights at Max Brenner that often draws me in. The chocolate fondue comes with a pot each of milk and dark chocolate and a selection of fruits and treats to dip in. While delicious; even sharing this between two people is quite filling and intense. The Italian hot chocolate and milkshakes are wonderful too. Recommend this place to all chocoholics.

OK - I admit it. I love Max Brenner. I discovered Max Brenner several years ago while on a trip…read moreto Sydney and waited patiently for it to come to Brisbane. Then one finally opened up at Southbank. Great if you live/work/eat around there regularly but I don't. Max Brenner Hamilton opened up in the last 12 months and was thrilled! Max Brenner Hamilton is always very busy but you get served very quickly. Your chocolatey delights come out within 10-15 minutes which I was surprised at because of how busy the place is. I am loving the ice cream sundaes they have through summer. A great place for dessert if you are a local or even an out of towner. Good quality chocolatey goodness! The only negatives I can think of is that it is a ittle pricey ($38.50 for two sundaes and 2 hot chocolates) but for ggod quality, it is worth it. Also, the tables could be cleared a little quicker but still a great place to go.

It's Christmas in September!!!! Just had the kid in candy…read morestore experience at the new Le Fromage Yard shop in Morningside. And thoroughly endulged. Truffle Pecorino, Manchego, Bleu de Auvergne, Granges de Nord, Le Fin Normand. I will be skipping the markets from now on. They are a few doors down from Flour n Chocolate. Does it get much better? Fresh baguette, French cheese, what a meal. If you want to experience excellent cheese from lovely people, who know their products, head to Morningside and let your taste buds enjoy the wonderful complexities of cheese. They are CBD side of flour n chocolate. Shop 7/611 Wynnum Rd Morningside, QLD 4170

From the owner: Le Fromage Yard specialising in bringing high quality French cheeses and other cheeses from around…read morethe world to markets. We not only try to find a cheese for all tastes, but try and help to decide on food and drinks that could compliment the customers choice.

Had a sample of the Fresh Rocky Road, the store's signature product. Liked the combination of…read moremarshmallow and strawberry with chocolate covering. Bought a bag along with some dark chocolates to try. Wished I had room to try their signature beverages.

This is a review for both locations on Adelaide St…read more 144 Adelaide St. has the 3 for $15 deal, 156 Adelaide St. sells drinks. 144 sells pre-measured goods, 156 is where you can scoop out your own desired amount. I tried their 56% iced chocolate drink at 156 Adelaide St., which was fantastic. Would definitely stop by for a chocolate drink any time I am back in Brisbane. Highly, highly recommend. I bought chocolates at 156 first. Everything I saw was $6 for 100 grams, but I didn't know what 100 grams of chocolate looks like (darn Imperial system) so I ended up getting a pre-packaged and wrapped pack of 4 random goods for $30. Mixed bag whether it's worth it or not. Buying the 4 packs separately would have been cheaper, but the milk chocolate-covered strawberries in the gift set weren't in stock individually at the 144 store.

Still great the cuts of meat are awesome everything looks good to go for a great 4th of July…read morecelebration. Will update with photos of the finished products.

So far we have tried the ham which was very nice and tonight I made banh mi with the pork fillets I…read morebought, so juicy and good. They have really nice products in this old school butcher. It's small and surrounded by old houses, sits on the corner of Sandgate rd. I have wanted to go here for years and am very glad I made the journey.

Petersen's Meats looks like it's right out of a movie. I sometimes even find myself gazing through…read morethe glass at the older gentlemen as he carefully wraps up his customer's orders. You can tell by the way his hands work that he's been in this business for years. There are a couple of good butchers in New Farm, all offering great meat selections. The reason I go to Petersen's is because it makes me feel good to support that business. The shop is awfully quaint, and looks like the kind of place your grandma would have gone to get T bones for your grandpa because they were his special treat. (It's impossible not to get romantic about this store). On a busy day, I'd almost consider it fun to stand in the narrow customer area with every other man and his dog, breathing in that flesh smell, waiting patiently for someone to serve me. It's the atmosphere of this place that gets me more than specialty or novelty items they sell here (anything 'duck' is not ever a problem here). The prices are more than reasonable, and the meats are delicious. The butcher experience is a happy one here.

Petersen's is like taking a step back in time. This old-fashioned butcher makes me feel like…read morewearing a dress pinched at the waist and curlers in my hair, it has such and old world feel to it. Ah, how I wish the days of shopping for meat at an actual local butcher could be revived! And it can, if you all shop there. It's worth supporting a business like this because the produce is so fresh and extremely reasonable. The store is conveniently located on the corner James and Kent Streets in New Farm, and the prices are much better than other places in the area. Plus, the meat is fantastic! I have bought great lamb shoulders from Petersen's, as well as some of the best steaks I have had at home. So if you live in a bit of a carnivorous household then cease your trips to the supermarket giants and buy your fresh meat from a local butcher like Petersen's.