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Milton by Moonlight: A Stellar Night of Gourmet Food and Live Music

Get ready for an extraordinary evening under the moonlight as Milton Markets and Milton Rum Distillery collaborate to present Milton By Moonlight—a gourmet street food extravaganza that will leave you starstruck.

On Saturday, 3 June 2023, from 4 pm to 10 pm, the corner of Cribb and Little Cribb Street will come alive with a stellar lineup of delicious food, live music, and local libations.

Prepare your taste buds for a global culinary adventure as you indulge in a wide array of mouthwatering delights. From the tantalising flavours of Hong Kong Dumpling House and Carlos Tacos to the savoury Teppanyaki Noodles By Yamatoumi and finger-licking wings from It’s A Wing Thing, there’s something to satisfy every palate. For those with a sweet tooth, Flossy the Sloth and Schultz’s Finest will offer delectable desserts.

Milton by Moonlight: A Stellar Night of Gourmet Food and Live Music — Photo Credit: Supplied

Quench your thirst with locally distilled rums from Milton Rum Distillery and enjoy a selection of wine, beer, and cider from Stone & Wood at the special pop-up bar.

As you sip on refreshing drinks, immerse yourself in the enchanting melodies of local live music performances on two twilight stages. The combination of delectable food, delightful drinks, and captivating tunes is bound to create an unforgettable evening.

Wander through the event and explore over 140 specialty stalls, featuring artisan gifts and locally made products. The warm ambience, created by the gentle glow of festoon lighting, sets the perfect backdrop for an enchanting experience. Keep an eye out for mesmerising roving performers who will add an extra touch of magic to the night.

Milton Markets is Inner West Brisbane’s premium food, farmers, and lifestyle market, open every Sunday from 6 am to 12 pm (7 am to 1 pm during winter). They also curate special pop-up events throughout the year. Goodwill Projects, a renowned market, events, and venues company in Queensland, is known for its flawless event planning and memorable experiences.

Experience the magic of Milton By Moonlight—a celestial feast for the senses where food, music, and moonlight intertwine to create an evening you shouldn’t miss.

Entry to Milton By Moonlight is just $3, with parking available for only $2. So, mark your calendars and gather your loved ones for an evening that promises to light up your world. Don’t miss the opportunity to savour gourmet delights, immerse yourself in live music, and bask in the moonlit atmosphere.

Published 11-May-2023

These Milton Businesses Impacted by the 2022 Flood Are Now Back Up and Thriving

Photo Credit: Australian Piano Warehouse / australianpianowarehouse.com.au

The February 2022 flood wreaked havoc on many businesses across Brisbane and the rest of southeast Queensland resulting in damages costing billions of dollars. Months after the devastation, many Milton businesses have managed to bounce back and are now thriving again.

Milton Rum Distillery

Award-winning Milton Rum Distillery has moved to its new location after being ravaged by the recent severe flooding. The distiller lost about 90 per cent of its inventory of equipment and supplies, and most of its stock of barreled and aging spirit was also lost to the flood.

Milton Rum Distillery was among the flood-affected businesses that received the Extraordinary Disaster Assistance Recovery Grant from the Queensland Government. They have since moved from Castlemaine Street in Milton to its new state-of-the-art space in Albion inside Craft’d Grounds.

Soon, the distillery door will utilise a greenhouse facility where fresh botanicals that will be used for its infusions will be sourced from. It is expected to be completed by late 2022.

XXXX Brewery

Another establishment that was inundated during the February flood was XXXX Brewery. The brewery was quick to bounce back, though, thanks to the untiring efforts of its team in getting the site back up and running again. They likewise contributed $50,000 to GIVIT and Australian Red Cross to help volunteers in their recovery and rebuilding efforts and in support of other businesses affected by the flood.

XXXX is now planning to expand its offerings with a $5 million proposal to produce more seltzers including White Claw and ready-to-drink beverages at its Milton Brewery. They are proposing to build a bulk ethanol store that will be capable of storing more than 420,000 litres of ethanol along with associated amenities building.

Australian Piano Warehouse – Milton

The family-owned piano retail shop, Australian Piano Warehouse also quickly reopened its Brisbane outlet in Milton a few days after the floods. The store has sustained more than $1 million worth of damages. From entry-level pianos to grand pianos that cost thousands of dollars were all destroyed.

Soon after the clean-up, truckloads of new and pre-loved pianos began arriving at the site which was made possible through the cooperation of their suppliers and the help of the Australian Defence Force. And Australian Piano Warehouse went back in business in no time.

Milton Rum Distillery Joins Milton by Moonlight this June

Milton Rum Distillery will join Milton by Moonlight, the magical pop-up market featuring gourmet street food, artisan goodies, live music and an amazing bar!

Taking place on Saturday, the 4th of June from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., Cribb Street will come to life under the stars thanks to Milton Rum Distillery!

Milton Rum Distillery is one of Australia’s oldest rum producers and the first to use the rectifying distillation column before it was washed away by flood waters over 100 years ago. Today, an urban distillery stands at its old site, managed by a new genration of passionate innovators.

Spend a magical night out under the moonlight exploring the region’s most delicious gourmet street food, local artisan gifts and stalls, and live entertainment that’s sure to get you grooving the night away.

Feast on taste sensations from around the world with market classics like Paella, Gozleme, Calamari, and German Sausages…or try something new, like Ta’ameya (Fried Egyptian Falafel!), Asian Fusion Wagyu Burritos, or an Eritrean Curry with Injera!

Top it off with a tipple from a very special pop-up bar featuring Milton’s own locally distilled rums, and Stone and Wood beers to make the night extra enjoyable! All set beside one of two groovin’ twilight stages featuring live music and bands all night.

Stroll through over 140 specialty stalls as the sun sets and the stars fill the sky. Talk about insta-worthy, snap a pic under the twinkling festoon lighting, and bump into hilarious roving performers as you discover all that Milton has to offer. It’s a moonlight night not to be missed.

About Milton Markets and Goodwill Projects

The Milton Markets are Inner West Brisbane’s premium food, farmers & lifestyle market. Every Sunday from 6:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., with a calendar of special Pop-Up events throughout the year!

Goodwill Projects is one of Queensland’s most dynamic markets, events and venues companies, curating flawless events and memorable experiences.