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.

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.

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.

I don't know whether it's a good thing or a bad thing that my local liquor store attendants knows…read moreme by name and order. But hey, I'm going to go with good. I enjoy a glass or 3 of wine with dinner so I make an appearance at Chalk n Cheese, my local bottle shop, at least once a week. Their specialty is wine, which happens to be my poison, so it's a pretty good relationship we have going on. One staff member, John, is great with his wines and has a really refined palate, so if you have a question about vino, he is your man! This is a boutique bottle shop in every sense. There are some exceptional wines and limited edition beers that you will be hard pressed finding anywhere else. If you enjoy a tipple, Chalk n Cheese is a great place to find something you may not have had before.

Probably the best chocolates in the Southern Hemisphere. The best part of this husband and wife…read moreteam are themselves. Very approachable, friendly and are willing to experiment. Can't recommend these two enough, it's not just beautifully made truffles and chocolates, as by my pictures they can create anything you want. They created a unique wedding sculpture instead of a cake for us (filled with brandied truffles of course). Was so delightful seeing our creation come to life. Get your chocolate here, you're wasting your time with places like Max Brenner who looks like a kid playing at making good chocolate compared to these guys.

If you love Swiss chocolate it's the place to go! Authentic chocolate made by the lovely Murielle!…read moreGreat quality products and great service.

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 used to see Nuts and seeds as a really poor judgement call…read morein the world of Snacking. They were deemed as bird food in my mind and I did my utmost to stay away from them. Happily! as I've made my slow progress towards Adult town I've come full-circle and now cannot live without those palatable morsels. A place like the nut market is now my kinda store, it caters to both appreciators and connoisseurs and is stacked with every manner and flavour of nut. From walnuts, pecans, cashews and chocolate covered almonds to candies, seeds, grains and the rich decadent macadamias this small store is heaving with quality and delicious goods. (Be sure to check out the dark chocolate!) For delicious snacks or as an accompaniment to a healthy meal you can't go past The Nut Market.

Any of your snacking dreams can become reality at the Nut Market!…read moreEvery variation of nut and seed as well as chocolates, dried fruits, all kinds of chips and other fancy things are at your fingertips. If you're looking for a specialty item such as chilli chocolate, The Nut Market is the place you need. Just remember not to go hungry, or you could leave with a significantly lighter wallet...

Now I'm not the healthiest of eaters by any means, and for me to give this place a 4 out of 5 star…read morerating is saying something. Located in the middle of Emporium, this place has been open just over a year now. The range of salads (see pictures) and the juices are outside of the norm and I love it. The Chicken Waldorf salad with activated walnuts is my all time favourite, I've had it at least 5 times everytime I am there around lunch time. It's tasty, healthy and you can order in halves... so the last time I also half'd it with the thai beef salad which was really tasty as well. Everything looks and tastes super fresh and beautiful. They have done a great job, I am yet to try the juices and Kambucha juices but i'll definetely be back.

Let's just say you find yourself needing more than a coffee on a Friday morning to get yourself…read morestarted. Let's say your body is screaming from the inside out for some greens. Sure it really wants steamed asian greens in oyster sauce and a dumpling but hey, it's 7.00am. Hold your horses. So you make a deal. You'll get the green smoothie now, packed with banana, kale, coconut water and other delicious things, and let yourself have that dumpling fest later on. And that's how you find yourself at Pineapple Express's newest outfit on James Street. What was once Press, is now part of the Pineapple's growing empire and offering similarly healthy eats to James Street regulars. The most noteable difference in their offering is that these guys sling the instagram worthy Cocowhip. Forget Acai Bowls, it's all about the 'whip now days. So whether you need a smoothie on the go, an after lunch healthy treat with cocowhip's dairy free creations or a more substantial salad bagel or wrap, Pineapple Express has you and your health covered.

I have just had a rather bland lunch from Pineapple Express and been left with an incredibly bad…read moretaste in my mouth after witnessing the employees working there publicly mock and man who submitted his resume in search of a job. There is nothing that disappoints me more than seeing acts of unkindness in a world as troubled as we are forced to experience today. I'm sorry guys but I won't be able to dine here again, I feel so disappointed by this behaviour.

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.