Brisbane’s Fortitude Valley will be gaining a culinary resident of a whole new flavour with the opening Za Za Ta Bar & Kitchen, bringing the soulful vibe of Tel Aviv to Queensland.

Construction is well under way as we make an Ovolo dream come true – elevating the experience of our whimsical oasis, Ovolo The Valley, by creating an even more magical space for people to encounter the exotic as they experience a rich mix of soulful and dynamic Middle Eastern cuisine.

Spearheaded by Israeli-born Executive Chef Roy Ner (ex-Nour and Aria, NSW) alongside head chef Dario Manca (ex-Pilu at Freshwater, NSW) and Director of Food and Beverage at Ovolo The Valley, Jared Thibault, Za Za Ta pays homage to the spice blend za’atar, showcasing a playful and bold take on the flavours of the Middle East throughout the food and drinks menu.

La-chaim!

Get your Vitamin Sea at Ovolo Southside this summer with the ultimate summer staycation! Make the most of the summer rays with a day at Repulse Bay Beach. We’ll provide a picnic basket with takeaway lunch pack filled with delicious items from Komune. Plus you’ll get goodies from Sunnylife – with pool ring, inflatable drink holders and fun beach item. With return Uber rides to Repulse Bay Beach included the only thing left to do is chill out, relax, and seas the day…

Are you about to have a baby? Seeking that last gasp at romance before your little tot comes into the world? Look no further than Ovolo’s snuggle is real babymoon package.

Indulge in lazy days starting with your very own 60-minute pregnancy massage and then relax in our super comfy bed with your own body pillow and loot bag filled with both salty and sweet treats. We’re not only going to help the romance now…. Our certified newborn sleep consultant will be on hand for a 30-minute Q&A phone consultation and your own instant download Newborn sleep program packed full of advice and information to help save your relationship when your baby boss arrives.

Who says afternoon teas can’t be healthy? Made with premium vegetarian ingredients, VEDA’s High Chai is not only pleasing to the eyes, but also nourishing for your body! The delectable all-vegetarian menu features two heavenly tiers of vegan and gluten-free goodness – spoiling you with choice for both sweet and savoury flavours. You can quench your thirst with VEDA’s signature fresh-pressed juices, all-natural Pukka teas or our freshly roasted and sustainably-sourced Pablo & Rusty’s Australian coffee. And of course, sparkling wine for anyone feeling a lil’ naughty.

We apologise in advance to all the other regions, but we’ve been having a bit of a love affair with Southern Italy recently. At Mister Percy, we hosted a vino cena (find out more to know what that means ;), and the favourite vino of the night was the 2015 Scala Ciro Rosso from Calabria, using a native grape called Galioppo. Shun, our own Japanese Jesus & Group Wine Curator (@shuneto) gives us the inside scoop on the wine, how to pair it, and how to impress your date. Find out more!

Landing on the Brisvegas strip, Australia’s Good Food Month will touch down this July to celebrate Brisbane’s up and coming foodie market.

We love good food, so naturally Ovolo Inchcolm’s Salon de Co is getting amongst. During July, Salon de Co are welcoming the best of Queensland’s produce into our kitchen. From sustainable dining with 9Dorf Farm Toowoomba Producers, an intimate 5 course evening with Award Winning Alpha Box and Dice Winery to a talk and taste with our friends at Murray Gold Cod and Black Market Sake. We’re keeping busy for Good Food Month, offering an eclectic and innovative mixed collab dinner every week.

Here to disrupt, delight and excite, Ovolo’s oldest resident The Woolstore 1888 Darling Harbour opened its art filled, historic doors, to welcome a new generation of 21 contemporary Australian artists.

In collaboration with contemporary art gallery MARS and Sydney based arts consultancy Soda Arts earlier this month, guests and visitors were able to discover Ovolo’s artistic side through an eclectic mix of artwork and installations throughout The Woolstore 1888’s lobby and premier suites.

You know we’re all about doing things differently, and although the exhibition is over, we’re pleased to share ‘Pop-up in Penthouse’ snaps for those who couldn’t make it to The Woolstore 1888 this time.

At Ovolo we believe that rules are there to bend, that’s why we’ve introduced NFW!

We’re bringing you more freedom than ever before with none of the BS, when you book direct or through a preferred travel partner. If our rates drop between when you book and the day you stay, we match it on check-in. Here’s your freedom – best rate guaranteed, flexible cancellations, free breakfast, superspeed Wi-Fi, daily social hour, free in-room mini bar, all day snacks, and the list goes on.

From 8-11 July, leaders from the world’s biggest companies along with influential investors, major global media outlets, and some of the most brilliant minds in international tech and start-ups will descend on Hong Kong for RISE. Our Founder & CEO Girish.J will be a panellist at the Corporate Innovation Summit stage on Wednesday 10th July, so come along to hear his opinions on culture building in a discussion titled “Keeping it real: high touch vs high tech.”

Our Mexican Eatery & Bar – Te Quiero Mucho – introduces Hora Oscura, a late-night happy hour special from 10:30pm ‘til close Sunday to Thursday. Pop by the bustling hotspot in Sheung Wan to loosen up and drink happy thoughts throughout the week. Warning: There will be NO WORKING during drinking hours!

Something IS happening here and the press are talking the talk about Ovolo!