We know all about the schnitzelmeister and now we have an opening date for The Bavarian - April 18. If you don't quite feel up the schnitzel tower first up satisfy your appetite with a free hotdog. The Bavarian will be celebrating the opening by giving away 500 on the day. Located in the growing Bradley street restaurant precinct, the new restaurant will be a place to indulge in some quality German hospitality. April 18, from 11am.

Head down to your nearest Southern Cross Club this April to indulge in a celebration of legendary British cuisine. Order a meal from their weekly rotating menu of traditional and modern pub classics like the classic breaded pork chop or the new favourite chicken tikka masala for only $23.50 and wash it down with a pint of Old Speckled Hen Ale; the club’s newest speciality beer. Finish your culinary journey through Britain with the chance to win a Mini Hatch for every $20 you spend in one transaction. April 1-30.

A fiesta is brewing in Civic as City Walk’s Beach Burrito fires back up after spending the last few weeks refreshing and renovating. Head down to the cantina and enjoy a special night in Mexico with free entertainment by the Raio de Sol Samba band and $10 frozen margaritas all night long. The new and improved menu features several new additions, including the new jackfruit taco and burrito, the perfect vegan meal to warm you up on a cold Canberra night. April 5, open to the public after 7pm.

Canberra’s favourite street food festival is back and ready to provide residents with a taste of the best food that Canberra’s food trucks, cafes, wineries and breweries have to offer. From its new home in Fyshwick’s Dairy Road precinct, the event will provide a day’s worth of free entertainment and a wide range of culinary delights, ranging from the mighty burgers of Braddon’s own Grease Monkey to the fine wines of the Canberra Distillery. If you happen to like food, The Forage will have something for you. April 6, 2-7pm.

Take your tastebuds on a new experience with a chance to sample a broad range of traditional African cuisine from all over the continent. Commonwealth Park will play home to an inclusive and diverse display of the best food, music, dance and culture that Africa can provide. April 6, 10am-8pm.