The EKKA public holiday is almost here (Wednesday, 14 August, to be exact), and we’ve rounded up the ultimate food experiences to make your day off an epic one! If you’re skipping the EKKA this year, here are our top five tasty alternatives to fill your holiday.
1. Happy Pops – Strawberries & Cream Pop and Warm Wednesdays Deal
Craving the iconic strawberry sundae but not the crowds? The strawberries and cream Happy Pop is your perfect alternative. For something warm and cozy, dive into the Warm Wednesdays deal with donuts, cookies, and brownies topped with gelato or cream for just $5. Midweek treats have never tasted this good!
2. Great Aussie Sweet Company – DIY Showbag
Why spend a fortune on a subpar show bag from the EKKA when you can create your own delicious selection of quality candies, chocolates, and sweets from The Great Aussie Sweet Company? As one of Brisbane's best candy shops, your taste buds (and your wallet) will thank us for this tip!
3. Dal Dal – Deep-Fried Hot Dogs
EKKA Wednesday isn't complete without a Dagwood Dog. Dal Dal takes your fave show day treat to mouth-watering new heights with deep-fried hot dogs stuffed with premium sausage and oozing mozzarella cheese. Plus, they generously drizzle mustard and tomato sauce all over, so no re-dipping required. Move over, EKKA - Dal Dal’s deep-fried delights are in a league of their own!
4. Southbeach – $10 Tapas Delights
If you’re looking to keep the budget intact this public holiday, Southbeach’s $10 Tapas Delights are the way to go. Swing by for $10 tapas, martinis, and pints! Indulge in a trio of chips, bruschetta, Korean fried wings, prawn torpedo, and frickles (deep-fried dill pickles!) paired perfectly with Coastal Moon martinis or your choice of Gold, Byron Bay lager, or 150 Lashes. Available Monday to Friday, 4pm - 6pm.
5. OTTO Osteria – Cheese Soufflé and Mon Cherie Cocktail
Cheesy goodness and a French patisserie in a glass is the ultimate way to spend your day off! OTTO Osteria’s French-inspired specials are an absolute must-try. Indulge in their twice-baked cheese soufflé for $24 and the French-inspired "Mon Cherie" cocktail—a delightful mix of sweet but tart strawberry and peach, and the decadence of croissant-infused mascarpone milk punch!
