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FOOD & DRINK, ARTS & CULTURE, LIFE & TRAVEL
Category: AUSTRALIAN FOOD
Lunch at Frogmore Creek outside Hobart’s the best you’ll do
Frogmore Creek is nice. I’m fact, it’s better-than-nice; it’s an institution in Tasmania and only 20 minutes from town. It’s the privately owned and operated little producer of a veritable tonne of wines and varying wine labels to come out of our fair Southern state since it first came about. The Frogmore Creek name is synonymous a quality drop, but have you been to the winery? Just over the Tasman Bridge from Hobart and out of town by car for about 20 minutes, the winery sits on a little road, overlooking a helluva lot of vines and in the far distance, the largest space program in the country, the Mount Pleasant Radio Observatory. If you’re patient enough, so see the gargantuan satellite dish oscillate throughout the day. But it’s not the Frogmore location, or view that sets them a bottle above the rest, it’s what they do; their ‘bread ‘n’ butter’ as it were; their lifeblood – wine. Lauded as one of Tasmania’s host awarded wine makers, Frogmore is known for its 42 Degrees South, Single Block Series, Winemakers Reserve and Frogmore Creek label, of course, offering a wide and hugely varied set of premium varietals that can be found all over the country. All made, processed and shipped-out on-site they’re a huge operation, but where they really shine – if food’s your thing – is the restaurant at the cellar door. About the Frogmore Creek restaurant and cellar door They do tastings, of course, of the whole range and everyone behind the bar is… Read More
Redfern Surf Club opens and locals are as into it as they are confused
Because Redfern is so known for it’s pristine white sand, crystal blue oceans, exponential horizons and endless supply of beach-goers, it only made sense for the place to open right in the thick of it all, the corner of Henderson and Botany Road. The new Redfern Surf Club is all the bits of Redern you love in one, complete with classic, fun bevvies with free popcorn and an inclusive, unpretentious approach to service. It’s the baby of Yannick Maslard, who used to be the manager of The Cliff Dive and Oxford Art Factory, so it’s got something good going on. Yannick and his pals wanted a place that stayed true to the ‘local’ that everyone has in their own community, right in the heart of the suburb, accessible all the time. That’s the spirit of the surf club. “We built the bar we all wanted to hang out in,” says Maslard, speaking for an extended family of Sydney hospitality regulars and friends who have chipped in to overhaul the sun-drenched, heritage-listed space – once a bank, and most recently a chook shop. Wielding paint brushes and power tools, a team of good mates have donated their time and creativity to help transform the former Grill King site into a lush indoor courtyard with a collection of curiosities and an enviable supply of plants. The walls have photos and paintings combined with surfing paraphernalia and a pool table. It’s about lazy summer holidays down the coast, right in the middle of town. It’s casual, easy and welcoming. They… Read More
These are the culinary women in food you need to know this Sydney Good Food Month 2018
Sydney Good Food Month is almost upon us again – and if previous years are anything to go by, it’s going to be good. As usual, the spread is put on by Citi and will celebrate 20 years of unforgettable food events this October 2018. The flavour-packed, talent-filled program is all about influential chefs and restaurants that have helped shape Australia’s culinary landscape and the talent that will define its bright and exciting future. You can get tickets here. There’s a whole bunch of stuff happening this year all over the city, like the 20th Birthday with Sydney Greats at 6:30pm on Thursday 4 October. With the influential chefs who hold a very special place in Sydney’s heart like Australian dining legends Christine Manfield (Paramount, Universal); Neil Perry (Rockpool, Spice Temple) and Ross Lusted (The Bridge Room), it’s going to be good. And when it comes to the ladies, the Culinary Women of Influence event 6:30pm, Thursday 18 October. You can celebrate some of Australia’s incredible culinary women of influence with a three-course dinner created by Alia Glorie, head chef of hatted Perth institution Billie H, Alanna Sapwell from Saint Peter in Sydney, and Karena Armstrong from The Salopian Inn in McLaren Vale. Hosted by Momofuku Seiobo’s talented General Manager, Kylie Javier-Ashton. “I love the fact that we’re beginning to build our own Australian culinary identity,” says Kylie Javier-Ashton from Momofuku Seibo. “In a world where information is instant and limitless, and cultures everywhere are being blended and blurred, it’s ironic to feel like we… Read More
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Raise a fork for our farmers with Rockpool this drought season
We need food to live. And we get food from farmers. Without farmers there’s no food. Without food, we die. So you can see how this major drought that is affecting more than the livelihood of Australian farmers has a very real and very horrifying knock-on effect for all of us, yeah? That’s why the likes of hospitality group Rockpool Dining Gruop, directed by Australian chef Neil Perry, are putting on the first ‘Raise a Fork’ initiative to help Australian farmers and their rural communities. The Bavarian and The Bavarian Beerhaüs restaurants in the drought-affected states of NSW and Queensland will host the Raise a Fork For Our Farmers drought relief fundraisers on the last Sunday in August, ensuring all profits made are donated to Aussie Helpers, which supports Australian farming families in need of assistance. The Raise A Fork For Our Farmers campaign is part of an broader commitment by Rockpool Dining Group to support farmers struggling to cope with devastating drought conditions, with more fundraising to follow. Australian farmers are at the frontline of record dry conditions that have plunged the entire state of NSW and over 50 percent of Queensland into drought. Rockpool Dining Group’s affinity with and reliance on farmers and local producers is what is driving their commitment to the cause. Raise A Fork For Our Farmers drought relief fundraisers will be held here, if you want to participate: New South Wales The Bavarian Beerhaüs: York Street, Sydney The Bavarian: Bondi Beach, Castle Hill, Chatswood, Entertainment Quarter, Manly, Miranda, Parramatta,… Read More
Frank’s in Cheltenham, Melbourne is causing a stir with their winter menu
Frank’s in the little southeast Melburnian suburb of Cheltenham is local and little. But, big. And for good reason. Their photographable food is one thing, but it’s the composition of the whole thing, aesthetic of the whole joint and feel of the whole experience that has drawn people from far and wide and keeps them coming back. With their new menu for winter, they stay true to the cafe’s MO of being ‘frank’ with head chef Eli Faye drawing inspiration from a range of cafe style favourites that play on childhood sweet-tooth dreams. ? They’re all about the “Cherry Ripe” red velvet cre?pe, which comes complete with chocolate mousse, ice cream and cherry compote; which has fast become an instant favourite. It’s easy to see why they’re as popular as they are. ??? // ? @melbfoodbaby #franksmelbourne #cheltenhamslocal #melbournecafe A post shared by Frank’s (@franksmelbourne) on Aug 14, 2018 at 1:07am PDT They opened in 2016, and shook the local scene a bit with their no-nonsense approach to great coffee, great service and delicious interesting food. It has helped to ensure Frank’s is not only locals’ local, but also a reason for visitors to come by the sleepy southeastern suburb. Some other new dishes to their winter menu are Frank’s ?Porridge? of oats, apple & blackberry compote, gingerbread crumble, chai milk served on side; arancini, a new cafe favourite, including pumpkin and pine-nut arancini balls, a generous serving of goats curd, riddled with fennel and an orange & roquette salad; and a grain salad?, which… Read More
Why you need to drink Wild Turkey at new Sydney rooftop bar Old Mate’s Place
The back story of Wild Turkey goes something like this: mates had drinks, went out, hunted turkeys, branded their bourbon after it and went global. But it’s the art of mateship that gave birth to one of – clearly – the most delicious bourbons in the world that the folks at Wild Turkey are worried we’re losing touch with. If you look back at olde Van Dieman’s Land, real moments in the great outdoors with mates has traditionally been how Aussie blokes unwind, but ‘mateship’ is on the decline as new research reveals half of Aussie men (48%) have lost touch with their mates. Because dudes are busier than ever before, they’re forgoing mateship as a result – 40% are too time-poor to see their mates, while a further 42% blame increased workloads, which is why a drink themed Into The Wild at brand-spanking-new rooftop bar in Sydney, Old Mate’s Place, is so what the proverbial doctor ordered. To help this dire, dire situation of shit friendliness, Wild Turkey is bringing together the spirit of mateship, with a touch of the wild, in a bespoke watering hole – the Spirit of the Wild. Inspired by the Australian wilderness, Spirit of the Wild is a hidden oasis where people can escape the distractions of everyday life and experience the real outdoors with mates, without leaving the CBD. The pet project of Gabrielle and Andres Walters and Daniel Noble, they bring their collectively pretty varied list of experiences around the Sydney hospitality scene to make a bar that is… Read More
Darling Harbour hot spot Planar launches new bar and menu
Ask any Sydneysider and they’ll be quick to tell you: there are few things better than a glass of wine and harbour views. Planar Restaurant and Bar offers just that: a stunning view of Darling Harbour and, from today, a brand-spanking new bar and menu. If you’re looking for a spot to indulge in a few after-work bevvies with your mates, Planar is a no-brainer: sink in to a comfy couch by the water, switch on a heater overhead if the weather is still a bit chilly, and order yourself a kingfish salad or some pulled kangaroo – or go for a pizza to share. Check out the new, super-chic bar and try one of the delectable cocktails: the Lychee Rose Mojito if you’re feeling a bit boujee, or the Happy Birthday if you fancy a sweet treat. As for the Smoking Skull’s Head…we’re told you have to see it for yourself to believe it. Of course, if you have a group of friends handy and you’re game for more than just an afternoon sipping and nibbling by the water, book yourself in for an in-house pizza- or cocktail-making class, hosted by Planar’s own mixologist or pizza chef. From making your own dough to learning exactly what goes in to the Lychee Rose Mojito, there’s enough happening at Planar to keep you coming back again and again, even on those overcast days when the harbour view all but disappears.