Twelve Boar - Traditional American BBQ in Cleveland, QLD

A new eatery has opened up in Middle St, Cleveland in Brisbane South-East. It's called Twelve Boar and features authentic, smoked American  BBQ. It is located next to the Post Office and Coffee Club and has an outdoor eatery. My husband and I were excited that there was a new place to eat at since we have eaten at almost every eatery in Cleveland.

[ Located in Middle St, Cleveland ]

[ Chalk board - first customers get to write on it. I wrote 'Fantastic' ]

The first thing we noticed were the prices were a bit high but we hoped they would be worth it. 

[ We chose the Twelve Boar Tour ]

We chose to sample the Twelve Boar Tour which included half-rack BBQ pork ribs, smoked pulled pork, smoked brisket, chips, coleslaw and dressing of choice. I chose ranch dressing.

[ Twelve Boar Tour - pulled pork, brisket, bbq ribs, chips, coleslaw and ranch dressing ]

The ribs were very tasty but not THE best I have ever had. I would definitely order them again. The pulled pork was tasty and the brisket was nice. The chips were delicious, as was the coleslaw and ranch dressing. A good introduction to the Twelve Boar menu. 

[ Twelve Boar salt shaker ]

[ Outdoor eatery ]

[ Menu ]

The next day I asked my husband to buy me some Twelve Boar buffalo wings takeaway. 

[ Buffalo chicken wings]

The buffalo wings were very tasty but my husband made the mistake of not ordering their hottest buffalo wings. There was no heat at all and I love my wings spicy!

Twelve Boar

Traditional American BBQ

Shop 70/90 Middle Street, Cleveland, QLD 4163

Phone: (07) 3286 1839

info@twelveboar.com.au

https://www.facebook.com/TwelveBoar

http://www.twelveboar.com.au

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Thai Siam, Cleveland, Brisbane: Moreton Bay Bugs; BBQ Pork with Plum Sauce

It's date night and we had booked a table at Thai Siam in Queen Street, Cleveland for Easter Saturday. We arrive at 6pm and there are already most of the tables filled. It's a nice Autumn night and the aroma of food in the air is intoxicating.

We settle down with the drinks menu first. Hubby chooses a Crown Lager and I opt for a Cosmopolitan cocktail. It's delicious!

Next we peruse the menu for what seems like the twentieth time. I go for a favourite meal of Moreton Bay Bugs with Salt & Pepper seasoning. Hubby chooses BBQ Pork with Plum sauce.

[ Moreton Bay Bugs with Salt & Pepper Seasoning ($28) ]

[ BBQ Pork with Plum Sauce ($19) ]

There were five halves of  Moreton Bay bugs and they were delicious. I could only eat three because I had eaten a large lunch but what I did have I loved. Hubby was the same, he loved what he could eat but he didn't eat much. That just means dinner is sorted tonight! 

I ordered some Dragon Pearl Thai green tea from the drinks menu. I was curious as I hadn't heard of it before. Anna informed me that the tea leaves were in tiny balls and that the tea was very nice. She was right - I loved the flavour, as did hubby, It was very nice to cleanse the palate after the Moreton Bay bugs. 

Another amazing night at the Thai Siam restaurant. We will definitely be back!

To view more reviews of the Thai Siam click here.

Thai Siam Restaurant

Food Styles	Chinese Thai
Price Range	$$ (10-30)
Hours	Tue - Fri: 11:00 am - 2:30 pm, 4:30 pm - 10:00 pm Sat: 4:30 pm - 10:00 pm Sun: 11:00 am - 2:30 pm, 4:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Specialties	Lunch Dinner
Attire	Casual
Services	Takes Reservations Walk-Ins Welcome Good For Kids Take Out Catering Waiter Service Outdoor Seating
Culinary Team	Lam and Anna Luan Husband and wife team
Parking	Street Parking Lot
Payment Options	Visa American Express Mastercard 111 Queen st. Cleveland Brisbane, Queensland, Australia 4163  11:00am - 2:30pm, 4:30pm - 10:00pm Phone (07) 3821 5786 Email thaisiam@tpg.com.au Website http://www.thaisiam.com.au

Sofitel Brisbane Central Loves Chocolat

LOVING CHOCOLAT March 30th - May 10th 2015

 For a limited time, Sofitel Brisbane Central will be embracing Chocolat throughout Cuvée Lounge Bar, Thyme² Restaurant and Privé249. A range of luxurious and decadent experiences await you ranging from Chocolat & Wine Flights to Chocolat & Savoury Fusion

This Autumn, discover a world of chocolate at Sofitel Brisbane Central. Thyme² Interactive Restaurant, Cuvée Lounge Bar and Privé249 will all feature special treats with expertly integrated chocolate components. 

Surprise your senses with savoury chocolate dishes, chocolates and matching wine flights and
even a complete chocolate degustation menu.

Thyme² In addition to the daily features of Thyme² Interactive Restaurant, our Chefs will expertly integrate chocolate into the savoury dishes.
Our renowned Patisserie will also be creating a paradise for chocolate lovers.
A Hot Chocolate urn will ensure the perfect conclusion of your Chocolate experience.
On Easter Sunday 5th April, join us for Brunch for $76pp including Sparkling Wine, accompanied by live Jazz.

Privé249 
From Wednesday 8th April  to Saturday 18th April at Privé249 , we invite you to enjoy a delicious Chocolate Degustation Menu for $118 per person.
On Friday 17th April indulge in Chef de Cuisine, Josh Okorn's Chocolate Degustation Dinner featuring a 5 course menu with canapés and matching wines for $168 per person.
The dinner will feature wines from Morris, including Percheron Chardonnay, Criollo Malbec and a selection of their fine fortified wines.
The event will be hosted by Pernod Ricard wine champion Katherine Candy and guests will be treated to a live performance by the Australian Youth Orchestra.

Bookings required, pre-payment necessary.

Please see the full menu here

Please call 07 3835 4747 or click here to send an email enquiry. 

Cuvée
At Cuvée Lounge Bar, our baristas are focused on infusing chocolate into delicious cocktails.
Sample a fortified wine and chocolate flight where the finest chocolate is paired with 3 perfectly matched fortified wines.
We also invite you to indulge in a decadent chocolate dessert platter.
Beautiful live Jazz on selected nights will prove to be the perfect accompaniment.

For more information visit Sofitel Brisbane Central 

Kam Fay Chinese, Cleveland: Sang Choi Bau; Steamed Oysters; Szechuan Prawns

A lovely Monday evening I decided that it was time for a meal out. Many restaurants are closed on a Monday but Kam Fay in Queen Street,Cleveland is open. They have BYO but I decide to start with a pot of green tea

Now to peruse the Entree menu

A firm favourite is Sang Choi Bao (usually spelled Sang Choy Bow). I have been suffering from nausea due to a medication I am on and I found the fish sauce flavour to be a little strong for my weak stomach, however I ate my two lettuce cups with the mince. Philip and I both thought that it wasn't the best Sang Choy Bow we have eaten.

Next to Mains menu

Philip wasn't very hungry so he chose the Steamed Oysters with Ginger & Shallots. I felt like something spicy so I chose the Szechuan King Prawns Slightly Hot.

The Szechuan King Prawns came out and I was excited to try them. I was disappointed that they were not hot at all. I guess I have a tolerance for heat and that's why I found them a little bland. They had a a nice flavour but just not hot. I should have asked for some chilli powder or chilli seeds but with my stomach not being that strong it was probably a good meal choice for me. I forgot to say no capsicum, so Philip wasn't able to try the dish. 

The Steamed Oysters with Ginger & Shallots came out next and they were fairly large oysters. There seemed to be more ginger tonight than the last time and they seemed to overwhelm the gentle flavours of the oysters. Philip ate four oysters and declared himself full so I polished off the last two, having only eaten half of my meal due to fullness.

I was able to take what was left of the King Prawns home and had them for a lunch the next day.
I would still recommend Kam Fay Chinese and will go back there. I think the side effects of the medication I am on spoiled my experience somewhat and I hope the next time we visit I am back to normal. Hubby and I enjoyed the friendly and quick service.

Kam Fay Chinese Restaurant
3/111 Queen Street, Cleveland QLD 4163
(07) 3286 3857