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Autumn in Australia brings a cool to the air, gorgeous colour and falling leaves, smaller crowds and great opportunities for weekend getaways.  With just over a month left, we reveal where to take the best romantic autumn breaks.

Brunch glorious, brunch! This dining phenomena originated through church goers post-worship nibbles, however as of late it seems Brisbanite’s are lingering between the sheets and indulging in an egg or two. Due to Brisbane’s increasing demand for mouthwatering dishes at all hours of the day, Alluxia has comprised a list of our city’s top 7 brunch spots to appease all foodies far and wide.

International Macaron Day otherwise known as “Le Jour du Macaron” invites one and all to celebrate the art and flavour of delicate sweets at their finest. If you’ve been living under a rock for the past five years, a macaron is essentially a “French sandwich” that consists of two layers of a meringue based cookie complete with ganache and all things sweet. Such a celebration is set to take place on 20^th March across America, Europe and even Australia! As a result Alluxia has devoured countless macarons to comprise a golden list of Australia’s top 8 macaron distributers.

Wine expert Stuart Robinson aka The Vinsomniac shares his essential tips for visiting the Granite Belt wineries.

A mere two and half hours from Brisbane, perhaps three if you make the essential stop at the Bakery at Aratula for one of their fine pies - lies the Granite Belt wine region.

by Ashleigh Law

From Wicked the Musical to the Alliance Francaise French Film Festival and beyond, Brisbane is set to shine in March. Staggered throughout the heart of “Bris Vegas” is an assortment of tantalising cuisine and electrifying performances of both natural and staged beauty. Alluxia takes a sneak peek at what Brisbane has to show in the month of March.