Articles & Press Releases

At Sass we know how to spin a yarn: short, sassy blog posts,
long-form articles, snappy news pieces and spot-on press releases. Here are some that we have written.

Hotel Terminus Returns to South Brisbane: Restored & Reimagined by Ghanem Group Hospitality

Tuesday, 2 December 2025: Ghanem Group Hospitality’s transformation of the iconic Fox Hotel is coming to life, with the revival of its original heritage name – Hotel Terminus – and a multi-level dining, events and entertainment precinct starting to unfold that honours its storied past while shaping the next era of a beloved Brisbane pub. The decision to restore the original identity and name, and the naming of the upper levels – Vixen Room, a late-night music lounge and cock

Ghanem Group Hospitality Announces Alfi Eatery & Bar - Coming Soon to Everton Plaza

Brisbane-based operator Ghanem Group Hospitality is set to unveil Alfi Eatery & Bar – a sophisticated, family-friendly, large-format restaurant and bar that will open within Park Lane at Everton Plaza, in the city’s north west in mid-2026. The Everton Park community will be among the first to enjoy the family-orientated Mediterranean debut, as the group looks beyond the CBD with an approachable dining and drinking experience that continues to reflect its reputation for elevat

Enjoy Christmas Day Restaurant Feasts at Donna Chang, Bisou Bisou & Blackbird Brisbane

Wednesday, 12 November: Looking to outsource Christmas lunch this year – so you can unwind with family and friends and fully indulge? Ghanem Group Hospitality can help, with much-loved Donna Chang, Bisou Bisou and Blackbird Bar Dining & Events offering Christmas Day feasts that are a true gift for all. The trio of restaurants are conveniently located in the CBD or Fortitude Valley, making them ideal destinations for out-of-town holidaymakers, or those looking for somewhere ce

Minor DKL Food Group Welcomes Richard Hinson as CEO - Signals a New Era for The Coffee Club

• Veteran leader acclaimed for transforming service and operations across the retail, food distribution, and franchise sectors. •...

Melbourne: Time To Book Your End Of Year Party Venue: Festive Flavours at Blackbird, Byblos & Le Bon Ton

Wednesday, 1st October 2025: From the newest venue on Flinders Lane with big Australian flavours and incredible dry-aged steaks, to a...

Saltbox: Sydney’s Showstopping Event Space For Your End-Of-Year Party

Tuesday, 30 September 2025: The race to lock in a venue for end-of-year festivities is on – and if you haven’t heard, a dazzling new...

The Coffee Club Unveils ‘Nowstalgic’ New Rebrand

Launches 'The Club For Everyone' Campaign To Celebrate New Direction Australia's leading home-grown cafe network, The Coffee Club, has...

Blackbird Brisbane Transforms Menu, Adds A Taste Of The New Blackbird Melbourne

Thursday, 14 August 2025: Brisbane’s award-winning Blackbird Bar, Dining & Events unveils a vibrant new menu that celebrates native...

Blackbird Bar, Dining & Events Lands In Melbourne: A Three-Level Celebration of Modern Australian Menu, Native Ingredients and Wood-Fired Flavours

Thursday, 14 August 2025: Ghanem Group’s Blackbird Bar, Dining & Events is set to make its highly anticipated Melbourne debut on...

Le Bon Ton’s July calendar - Bold flavours, indulgent feasts and spirited gatherings

Big things are happening at Le Bon Ton this July. From Big Easy Bottomless Feasts and 4th July celebrations to a limited-edition Rye July...

Celebrate Bastille Day All July At Bisou Bisou

Wednesday, 25 June 2025: This July, contemporary-chic brasserie Bisou Bisou invites guests to enjoy the joie de vivre of France with a...

Saltbox Reveals New Event Spaces, Brings Wow Factor To Wunderlich Lane

Saltbox Venue at Wunderlich Lane Tuesday, 24 June 2025: Saltbox, Sydney’s newest destination for elevated events, has opened the doors of...

Ghanem Group's Boonah Brewing Co at the Commercial Hotel Boonah

What’s On at Ghanem Group Venues in June

From new microbrewery drops, to a mini-Chinese banquet, and an indulgent sake dinner, Ghanem Group venues have a fun calendar lined up...

Ghanem Group Lovingly Restores Commercial Hotel Boonah

Boonah Brewing Co and New Beer Garden Now Open For Business B Friday, 9 May 2025: Ghanem Group is restoring the heritage-listed...

Ghanem Group raises the bar of Brisbane’s bottomless lunches

Blackbird, Lúc Lắc and Bisou Bisou unveil fun, price-friendly experiences Tuesday, 15 April 2025: Diners can refresh their bottomless...

Ghanem Group Brings Award-Winning Blackbird to Collins Place, Melbourne

Wednesday, 26 March 2025: Family-owned, Brisbane-based Ghanem Group is bringing its multi-award-winning Blackbird Bar, Dining & Events...

Ghanem Group takes over Fox Hotel in South Brisbane

Wednesday, 19 March 2025: Pioneering Brisbane-based, family-owned Ghanem Group has taken over the iconic Fox Hotel at Fish Lane in South...

Soak Up Summer Vibes and American South BBQ at Le Bon Ton - Thanksgiving Banquet and New Summer Platters Available

Ease into a big, easy summer and the soulful American-South vibes of Le Bon Ton in Collingwood.

Byblós Brisbane Unveiled: New Look, New Menu, Same Legacy

Byblós Brisbane 2.0 throws open its doors on 7th November, bringing an exciting new incarnation of the iconic venue to Portside Wharf.

Sydney’s Newest Event Venue Coming To Wunderlich Lane - First Independent Venue By Owner Of Industry-Leading Caterer, Cook & Waiter

Sydney’s hot, new event venue, Saltbox, is coming to the vibrant TOGA Group created lifestyle precinct Wunderlich Lane.

Lúc Lắc’s Launch Date, Culinary Team, Menus Revealed

Tuesday, 22 October 2024: Tropical-chic restaurant and bar Lúc Lắc celebrates its much-anticipated debut on Wednesday, 23 October 2024...

The Power of DIY: Landing Your Business in Listicles Without a PR Agency

Are you paying a local PR agency to get your business included in online listicles, event listings, directories, etc? If so, you’re...

Byblós Brisbane, reimagined and redesigned, reopens in October

Brisbane icon Byblós will celebrate a full building renovation and new menu when it reopens at Portside Wharf in October 2024.

Maximising Impact: The Power of a Triple-Pronged PR Launch Strategy

Th The Power of a Triple-Pronged PR Approach: Why Pre-Launch, Launch, and Post-Launch PR are Essential So, you've got a new venue,...