APRIL 2015 5 INDULGE THE GAULT&MILLAU PAGE: IT’S ALL ABOUT THE FOOD! Welcome to the official Gault&Millau page with restaurant reviews judged to international Gault&Millau standards by our qualified judges, recipes to entertain and foodie news. To purchase your 2015 Melbourne and Sydney Restaurant Guide or to subscribe to restaurant news, chef interviews and chef recipes visit www.gaultmillau.com.au. The restaurant review season is well under way for Gault&Millau! The Gault&Millau judges began reviewing restaurants earlier this year, and this month there will be four international judges supporting the domestic team. These four judges, from two European Gault&Millau countries, will judge some of Melbourne and Sydney’s best restaurants against the same 20-point system used by all Gault&Millau judges internationally. All reviews are in preparation for the 2016 Melbourne and Sydney Restaurant Guide, which will be launched in November this year. Only the top 10% of Sydney and Melbourne restaurants will make the cut. Will your favourite restaurant make it? Share your top restaurant pick with us on Facebook. BLACK BY EZARD PRESENTS CLASSICALLY INSPIRED FOOD R enowned for his bold and boundary-breaking cuisine at Melbourne venues Ezard and Gingerboy, chef Teage Ezard’s dream came true when he introduced Sydney to his contemporary Australian grill, BLACK by ezard. Situated within Sydney’s premier entertainment venue, The Star, BLACK by ezard’s luxe dining room makes the most of the stunning views of the harbour and city. The seasonal menu changes regularly showcasing the best of Australian produce with innovative flavour combinations. The restaurant seats 114 people and boasts two stunning and intimate private dining rooms seating 10 and 16 people. BLACK by ezard bar is the ideal location to meet for drinks. Enjoy sophisticated signature cocktails and almost-forgotten classics, or explore the extensive spirit list featuring many rare and one-off bottlings. Backed up by a smart menu of bar snacks, a quick rendezvous here can easily extend to an entire evening. The package is completed by an awardwinning international wine list boasting around 1000 wines of the finest quality, carefully sourced from the greatest wineries in Australia and around the world. To make a booking, please call (02) 9657 9109 or visit www.star.com.au/black. Images by Gault & Miallau Featuring signature seafood dishes and Australian beef chosen especially for the wood fired grills, the classically inspired menu is influenced by great American grills and contemporary European cuisine. @gaultmillauaus @Gault Millau. @gaultmillauAU FRENCH COMFORT FOOD Brie Roti au Sucre Roux, pour Deux Brie Melted in Box with Brown Sugar for Two Serves 2 INGREDIENTS • 1 (230g) brie cheese in its box, room temperature • 1 tablespoon dark brown sugar • 1 baguette, sliced, or crackers METHOD 1. Preheat oven to 180ºC 2. Take the brie out of its box, slice off just the top rind, and put the cheese back in its box without its cover. 3. Place the box on a baking sheet or baking dish, sprinkle the cheese evenly with brown sugar, and bake for 6–10 minutes, or until oozy. 4. Serve on one plate with two spoons and slices of crusty bread or crackers. 5. You can also add any kind of jam, fruit compote, or French Comfort Food by Hillary Davis honey and walnuts to the (Hardback, $29.99) centre of the cheese. www.arbonpublishing.com MOTHER’S DAY RESTAURANT SPECIALS MANTA 3 WEEDS SAILS ON LAVENDER BAY WOOLLOOMOOLOO | 9332 3822 ROZELLE | 9818 2788 MCMAHONS POINT | 9955 5998 CHEF DANIEL HUGHES | CONTEMPORARY CHEF NATHAN JACKSON |CONTEMPORARY Chef Nathan with his Mother’s Day dessert Daniel Hughes and his mum, Livia Hughes Ocean-inspired, Italianinspired and quality-driven, Daniel Hughes has created a menu infused with passion and talent, and these qualities shine through on every plate. Comfort is Manta’s hook, line and sinker – a place to lure business, impress a potential mate, celebrate a festive family occasion or to ponder life. Light, bright and airy; personable staff; soft chairs and crisp napery – this place ticks all the boxes. A view of the Botanic Gardens, city skyline, boats and pedestrians make Manta an attractive place to dine. The food is of exceptional quality, kept simple to highlight the principal ingredients. To start, try the raw tasting plate of salmon, scallops and kingfish – prepared perfectly to bring out the character of the seafood – or the delicious Atlantic scallops with pressed pork shoulder, sitting atop a green apple and vanilla puree and balsamic glaze. The 250g eye fillet with garlic, parsley and olive oil could be one of the most tender and flavoursome cuts on the market. MOTHER’S DAY SPECIAL: Chef Daniel will be creating something special based on the best produce on the day for his 3-course menu. Head Chef Nathan Jackson has re-joined 3 Weeds after stints at some of Sydney’s well-known restaurants, such as Public Dining Room and Manta. The restaurant is situated inside the 3 Weeds Hotel and has a view of their organic herb and veggie garden, where Chef Jackson collects ingredients daily. The restaurant is decorated CHEF NATHAN DARLING | CONTEMPORARY in neutral colours and has a warm feel; it is a quiet little oasis hidden inside a busy bustling pub, great for a catch-up with family or friends. Chef Jackson has put his own stamp on the innovative menu. The Smoked Mackerel Salad is a great option for the entrée; the horseradish crème fraiche provides a refreshing balance to the smoky characteristics of the Mackerel. This is balanced by pickled vegetables and potato gaufrette. For the main course it is hard to go past Nathans ‘Slow cooked Lamb Rump’. The richness of the lamb is complimented by baby fennel, green olives and decadent sarladaise potatoes. This moreish dish makes a great partner for the lemon, chilli & garlic steamed green vegetables and decadent duck fat roasted kipfler potatoes. And don’t forget to check out the daily specials with your waiter – they are always a hit! MOTHER’S DAY SPECIAL: 3-course decadent menu with a glass of sparkling wine on arrival for the ladies for $75 plus a 2-course children’s menu for $25 Owner Greg Anderson and his mum, Maryanne Aylmer Nathan Darling (ex-OTTO and Rick Stein’s Bannisters at Mollymook) draws on his experience for inspiration, offering a quality, balanced menu that delivers everything it promises. Floor-to-ceiling glass is the only separation between you and the harbour, with views under the Harbour Bridge to the Opera House and beyond. The location is certainly one of the best you will find in Sydney. Sails offers exceptionally crafted dishes and fine wines, and is a perfect venue for a romantic evening, entertaining international visitors or to impress for business. Sails offers an extensive menu, and if choosing proves difficult, then the degustation menu offers a great sampling. The seared scallops are beautifully caramelised, nestling in a generous amount of jamón and pea shoots, while the roasted Grimaud duck breast is complemented by wellcaramelised potato and fennel gratin and surrounded by a beautifully rich masala jus. The dessert selection is a great excuse to linger and soak up the views a while longer. MOTHERS DAY SPECIAL: 3-course menu for $145pp, includes tea & coffee plus the best views of Sydney Harbour A SPECIAL LIQUOR STAX PROMOTION
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