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8 Melbourne Cup options under one roof? Neigh way!

Stirrup some Cup fun at The Star, Gold Coast.

Melbourne Cup at The Star (image supplied)
Melbourne Cup at The Star (image supplied)

Giddy up, GC! It’s that time of the year again, when the turf meets the surf and the champagne and charon-‘hay’ are a-flowing! The race that stops a nation, aka Melbourne Cup, is a hoof, skip and a jump away, and The Star Gold Coast is galloping into action! With a line-up of not one, but E.I.G.H.T different offerings to ‘stirrup’ some fun, we’re spoilt for options to celebrate the ‘mane’ event.

Isoletto Privé and Lawn
If you’re here for a venue boasting natural hues with pops of refreshing lemon and melon to compliment every frock, ya-ha – this one’s for you. Isoletto Privé and Lawn is pulling out all the stops on the infamous sun-drenched deck – and don’t the glitterati know it! We’re talking 2.5 hours of roaming canapes, live stations and more, a three-hour beverage package, live racing screens, a spesh guest MC, live DJ’s and Fashions off the Field. Get ready to ‘trot’ your stuff! Tickets are $249 per person.

Melbourne Cup at The Star (image supplied)
Melbourne Cup at The Star (image supplied)

Nineteen at The Star
Saddle up high rollers because at Nineteen at The Star (Restaurant), they’re taking Melbourne Cup to new heights – literally! Perched on the 19th floor, this elegant venue offers panoramic views that will delight even the fanciest of fillies. Enjoy a four-course lunch and beverage package, Fashions on the Rooftop, live racing screens, a special MC, and entertainment to (riding) boot. Tickets are $375 per person.

Or, Nineteen at The Star Rooftop Bar is putting on a four-hour bev package and glass of Veuve Clicquot on arrival, with three hours of premium canapes, Fashions on the Rooftop, guest MC, live entertainment, and to feel all the fancy-as feels, you can upgrade to Veuve Clicquot for the entire event #NoBrainer. Tickets are $185 per person, or $236 per person for the upgrade.

Melbourne Cup at The Star (image supplied)
Melbourne Cup at The Star (image supplied)

Cucino Vivo
‘Flemington’ is Italian for fun and no, it’s really not but #samsies. Head to Cucino Vivo for a glamorous Melbourne Cup lunch with an Italian flare of flavours, faarshion and fun. Enjoy an exquisite four-course set menu lunch accompanied by a three-hour drinks package, live entertainment, Fashions off the Field and a guest MC. Tickets are $205 per person.

Garden Kitchen & Bar
The Garden Kitchen & Bar event is already sold out, but for those who prefer a bit of greenery with their galloping, head for The Lawn. We’re talking picnic-style or high-top seating, two decadent platters, a three-hour beverage package, live entertainment, Fashions off the Field, a live mega screen, and brace yourselves – a live Yolanda Be Cool DJ set! Tickets from $640 per high table (for 4 people).

Melbourne Cup at The Star (image supplied)
Melbourne Cup at The Star (image supplied)

Harvest Buffet
Large groups, listen up! Harvest Buffet is THE go-to for party seekers looking to soak up the pristine pool vibes and a three-hour premium seafood buffet, including two chocolate fountains. Don’t forget the three-hour beverage package (umm, as if), Fashions off the Field, live entertainment, and guest MC. Tickets are $135 per person.

Sports Bar Terrace
Let’s hear it for the Sports Bar, where you can frock up and and lap up all the live and loud racing action. Boasting 23 screens, state of the art TAB facilities, frosty drinks and exclusive access to the seafood terrace buffet, it’s Sports Bar for the win. Tickets are $84 per person.

Or, book a private booth for up to 10 of your nearest-and-dearest for three hours of amber ales, vino and soft drinks with Loaded Platters to share. $1,500 for up to ten guests.

Melbourne Cup at The Star (image supplied)
Melbourne Cup at The Star (image supplied)

Atrium Bar
And for the ultimate post-race party, head to Atrium Bar for the live DJ from 3pm. It’s the perfect way to keep the festivities going long after the last horse has crossed the finish line.

So, whether you’re a high roller, fine dining fan, or just looking for a place to frock up, kick back and enjoy the race, The Star Gold Coast is your one stop shop for horse play this Melbourne Cup.

For tickets and more information, go here.

No matter where you choose to spend your Melbourne Cup head to The Lawn for a post-race after-party to enjoy a Yolanda Be Cool DJ set.

Where: 1 Casino Drive, Broadbeach
When: Various activations on Tuesday 7th November

Words by Bianca Trathen.

STORY SPONSORED BY THE STAR GOLD COAST

The Star practises the responsible service of alcohol.

Melbourne Cup at The Star (image supplied)
Melbourne Cup at The Star (image supplied)

Embrace your gin-tuition and sax appeal!

Jazz & Gin, Thursday Nights At Garden Kitchen & Bar (image supplied)
Jazz & Gin, Thursday Nights At Garden Kitchen & Bar (image supplied)

Ohemgee – it’s happened. That moment when you step outside and realise that winter is all over red rover #byefelicia. The air feels different, you dig out your spring threads, and dial your squad to announce hibernation is officially dunzo for another year. And what better way to make your social comeback than Garden Kitchen & Bar’s Jazz & Gin nights at The Star Gold Coast. Sounding off every Thursday until the 19th of October, your next six weeks’ fun aGINda is sorted.

Starting at 6:30 pm, Garden Kitchen & Bar will combine two of life’s greats which go together like, well, jazz and gin! Let their talented bartenders craft their sinfully good cocktails whilst you soak up the soulful sounds of their esteemed lineup of jazz performers.

Jazz & Gin, Thursday Nights At Garden Kitchen & Bar (image supplied)
Jazz & Gin, Thursday Nights At Garden Kitchen & Bar (image supplied)

Now we love water, particularly when it’s frozen and surrounded by gin, so firstly let’s chew the scat, umm, we mean fat, about the cocktail menu. For fans of the humble G&T, the Bombay Premium Cru & Tonic is calling your name. Then, sip on a Mango Smash made with freshly squeezed lime, Bombay Sapphire Gin and the exotic fusion of mango and coconut #justyes. Or why not try the Rhubarb & Grapefruit Spritz and/or an Elderflower & Lemon Martini and srsly, you had us at elderflower. This bad boy is topped with a citrus bubble for that pin-worthy gram post and is so delish it’ll make James Bond update his catch phrase.

Jazz & Gin, Thursday Nights At Garden Kitchen & Bar (image supplied)
Jazz & Gin, Thursday Nights At Garden Kitchen & Bar (image supplied)

Plus, there’s a Build Your Spritz menu allowing you to embrace your inner mixologist – sans the risk of stuffing up the portions and smashing the fancy glassware. First, select your Bombay Gin (Sapphire, Premier Cru or Citron Presse), choose your ‘fever-tree’ (we’re here for the Italian Blood Orange), and then your garnish (lime and ginger please).

We could bang on about cocktails all day long and absolutely no-one is surprised to hear this, but let’s make some noise for the jazztastic performers!

Jazz & Gin, Thursday Nights At Garden Kitchen & Bar (image supplied)
Jazz & Gin, Thursday Nights At Garden Kitchen & Bar (image supplied)

On the 7th of September, Jake Meywes Trio will grace the stage, returning for our enjoyment on the 21st of September, 5th and 19th of October. Jake is a vocal powerhouse who effortlessly blends Jazz, Funk, and Soul into a contemporary style that’ll knock your sax off.

On the 14th of September and 12th of October, it’s time for the Sarah Hyland Trio to steal the spotlight. Fresh from making waves in the New York City jazz scene, Sarah will captivate everyone with her enchanting vocals and magnetic stage presence.

Jazz & Gin, Thursday Nights At Garden Kitchen & Bar (image supplied)
Jazz & Gin, Thursday Nights At Garden Kitchen & Bar (image supplied)

And let’s not forget the Aaron West Trio on the 28th of September, led by a guitar virtuoso who was inspired by the great Stevie Ray Vaughan. Aaron’s mastery of jazz guitar and vocals, honed at the Conservatorium of Music, will leave you wanting more.

So, whether you’re a gin connoisseur, a jazz enthusiast, or just someone looking for a bloody (orange soda Bombay Gin) good night out, ‘swing’ on in to Jazz & Gin nights at Garden Kitchen & Bar. Now go on – ‘scat’!

Where: The Star Gold Coast, Casino Drive, Broadbeach
When: Thursday nights until 19th October.

Words by Bianca Trathen.

STORY SPONSORED BY THE STAR GOLD COAST.

The Star practises the responsible service of alcohol.

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