Brisbane

The six-month search is over, with a Sydney chef heading north to fill the top job.

We hope you’re ready to play calendar Tetris.

Say ciao to these top-notch kitchens.

There’s no gas or electricity in the kitchen, and everything will be cooked by smoke, embers or flame.

What's in Chiang Mai's famous dish?

From Greek poolside snacks to neo-Chinese share plates, the scene is set for the Sunshine State’s next wave of great dining. We head north to check out 15 of the latest offerings.