quality food...

same o · Post by **same o** » Mon Jul 28, 2008 5:45 pm

lol, i think that is what is called foin doinoing

gnat · Post by **gnat** » Tue Jul 29, 2008 10:11 am

breaksRbest wrote:I thought it was an Ostrich?

they have both! giraffe is also a drag queen but made of highly tactile carpet

anyone been to the east for dinner? think deviant.. was it shit? i heard it was ordinary i can't believe it's not bacon typa of place. pls advise

we needa freshie to hit pre gurg tomorrow night

Direkt · Post by **Direkt** » Tue Jul 29, 2008 10:51 am

sAme'0 wrote:lol, i think that is what is called foin doinoing

Ha! Indeed my good mang.

elysium · Post by **elysium** » Tue Jul 29, 2008 10:52 am

I have just found a wicked take away service that does the yummiest stuff. Dinner tonight: roasted sesame guinea fowl in a garlic, ginger and tamari sauce with lightly spiced roasted carrots and topped with butter bean and rosemary mash. They deliver fresh and precooked and I just have to bung it in the microwave for four minutes at night. Its even quicker than beans on toast!

Post by **breaksRbest** » Tue Jul 29, 2008 4:03 pm

I made Cottage Pie last night and just had the left-overs, it was farken awesome!

Blaxter · Post by **Blaxter** » Tue Jul 29, 2008 4:34 pm

You talking East Brunnie there Gnat.
Can has lots of specials depending on which night you go.
Has everything covered. Decent sized meals etc, not to oexpesny for pub grub.
Will hit again.

deviant · Post by **deviant** » Tue Jul 29, 2008 4:37 pm

^^ vegan chicken parma..... scary....

it's good, it's not all vegan, most meals have both meat and veg versions. vegan versions are scarily like the real thing... I was with a big group and everyone seamed happy with the food. I was indifferent about it tbh.

gnat · Post by **gnat** » Tue Jul 29, 2008 4:46 pm

ah thanks for feedbacks fellas

might try or hit thaila thai

Blaxter · Post by **Blaxter** » Tue Jul 29, 2008 5:12 pm

Thaila Thai is pretty wikkid also, usually pretty packed which is always a good sign. You can't go wrong with either TT or Brunnie.

Fents · Post by **Fents** » Tue Jul 29, 2008 8:00 pm

Blaxter wrote:Thaila Thai is pretty wikkid also, usually pretty packed which is always a good sign. You can't go wrong with either TT or Brunnie.

you would of loved what rach cooked for cj and taz. bruschetta then gnocci, then flourless vegan, dairy free, gluten free choclate cake and i actually thought the whole lot rocked (mind you i hadnt eaten for a day

)...deviant would of been proud

Fents · Post by **Fents** » Tue Jul 29, 2008 8:02 pm

and dev thats not a pisstake...prob first dinner meal i havnt eaten without meat in who knows how long.

kronz · Post by **kronz** » Tue Jul 29, 2008 8:21 pm

I had a vegan cheese burger, it was okay. I would eat again but would have rathered the meat.

Post by **huge** » Wed Jul 30, 2008 12:24 am

thaila thai is such a fucking shambles lol. phone orders are almost always not as quick as eating in if you can get a table.

fucking good tho

ADD_Boy · Post by **ADD_Boy** » Wed Jul 30, 2008 10:14 am

thalia thai rocks!!

Also Gelo bar is mad!!

stovequeen · Post by **stovequeen** » Wed Jul 30, 2008 10:50 am

Best

FoundationStepper · Post by **FoundationStepper** » Wed Jul 30, 2008 10:51 am

you reckon?

Fents · Post by **Fents** » Wed Jul 30, 2008 10:56 am

lamb backstraps with chive, garlic and cheese mash with super fresh beans last night. biggups they wifey.

Feigan · Post by **Feigan** » Wed Jul 30, 2008 10:58 am

Lamb Backstraps = droool

witty_pseudonym · Post by **witty_pseudonym** » Wed Jul 30, 2008 12:15 pm

yum thaila thai. must go back there soon. my new favourite thai curry is PENANG. zomg. shit all over teh green.
yum. thai.

corner hotel tonight. mad pub grub usually, but last time parma was shithouse.

deviant · Post by **deviant** » Wed Jul 30, 2008 1:28 pm

so after all this east brunny club talk... I went there last night for the "chicken" parma... it was ace, although I remember the "cheese" being better the first time I had it.

quick, however, was dissapointed with his real parma. So, you can't win them all.

I like the atmosphere at that pub though. Looks like I'll be going out for dinner again tonight

dunno where yet.

Fiwi: what is that place?

stovequeen · Post by **stovequeen** » Wed Jul 30, 2008 2:08 pm

hey Dan

That's Peko Peko on Smith St.

Not the most authentic Japanese but really lovely service and cosy vibe. The meals are hearty and healthy and cheap

deviant · Post by **deviant** » Wed Jul 30, 2008 2:13 pm

Wabi Sabi Salon is also nice down that way

really cheap too

Blaxter · Post by **Blaxter** » Wed Jul 30, 2008 2:15 pm

Fents wrote:
Blaxter wrote:Thaila Thai is pretty wikkid also, usually pretty packed which is always a good sign. You can't go wrong with either TT or Brunnie.
you would of loved what rach cooked for cj and taz. bruschetta then gnocci, then flourless vegan, dairy free, gluten free choclate cake and i actually thought the whole lot rocked (mind you i hadnt eaten for a day )...deviant would of been proud

Sounds like Rach has got it going on in the kitchen. What was on tap, cuase I told CJ to have a beer for me.

FoundationStepper · Post by **FoundationStepper** » Wed Jul 30, 2008 2:15 pm

wabi sabi aint cheap no more really.... the lunches are good value though

peko peko is fun, wasn't too impressed with thier sister on high st though

Fents · Post by **Fents** » Wed Jul 30, 2008 2:21 pm

Blaxter wrote:
Fents wrote:
Blaxter wrote:Thaila Thai is pretty wikkid also, usually pretty packed which is always a good sign. You can't go wrong with either TT or Brunnie.
you would of loved what rach cooked for cj and taz. bruschetta then gnocci, then flourless vegan, dairy free, gluten free choclate cake and i actually thought the whole lot rocked (mind you i hadnt eaten for a day )...deviant would of been proud
Sounds like Rach has got it going on in the kitchen. What was on tap, cuase I told CJ to have a beer for me.

i didnt marry her for her good looks or sensational personality

hahahahaha

was nishta on tap so i went and brought some local beers from the bottle'o but the poor dude had a massive night before so hes was on the watsonia reisling (waters)..

Stray · Post by **Stray** » Wed Jul 30, 2008 3:19 pm

Anyone going to this?

Taste of Melbourne
21nd - 24th August 2008 in the historic Royal Exhibition Building in Carlton.

Welcome to Taste of Melbourne, a stunning celebration of the best cuisine that the city and the surrounding region has to offer. Over four days, a selection of the city’s finest restaurants will offer their exquisite signature dishes in a festival atmosphere for you to sample and enjoy.

Rub shoulders with award winning chefs and like minded foodies as you explore the best food and drink that Melbourne has to offer. Expect to be entertained and indulged in the Taste Wine Experience, or James Squire Beer Masterclass, learn gourmet tips in the Taste Kitchen, or meet one of Australia’s most renowned chefs at the Chef’s Table.

FEATURED RESTAURANTS INCLUDE:

Nobu Melbourne • Circa, the Prince • Grossi Florentino • Longrain • Jacques Reymond • The Botanical • The Court House • The Press Club • The Stokehouse • Fifteen • Verge • Interlude • Three, One, Two

gnat · Post by **gnat** » Wed Jul 30, 2008 3:44 pm

yeh we going.

although i'll prob choose everything from longgrain and defeat the purp

Blaxter · Post by **Blaxter** » Wed Jul 30, 2008 4:38 pm

Good to see you know how to keep her.

Poor CJ indeed. Man knows how to have a good time.

gnat · Post by **gnat** » Thu Jul 31, 2008 10:17 am

ended up at thaila thai. massive serves, impossible to finish. chicken stirfry with sweet soy and chilli was beautiful. seriously almost embarressing paying 12 bucks for it. soooo cheap!

and 50c corkage, after the 10 bucks at rumi was lol

Polecat · Post by **Polecat** » Thu Jul 31, 2008 12:09 pm

Had a brillant dinner at Balzari on tuesday. From the $30 Braise & BYO menu I had the most divine green lentil soup with parmesan, then chicken braised in white wine with onion & rosemary served on polenta with potaoes and side salad. the chicken had a lovely flavour to it.

wish I could lock this in every Tuesday night!
great service too!

Feigan · Post by **Feigan** » Thu Jul 31, 2008 12:21 pm

if anyone gets to Sydney and needs a super nice venue to dine at - I recommend Aqua Dining which is just next to Luna Park or at a place called Ripples - Chowder Bay (Nth Side)

http://www.aquadining.com.au/

Great experience, great service and the food was off tap.

witty_pseudonym · Post by **witty_pseudonym** » Thu Jul 31, 2008 12:40 pm

also Sydney tip, Green Chillies on Oxford St. zomg. amazing thai. best penang curry i've had. :drool:

PC - that dish sounds yummy! is it a regular tuesday deal?

Post by **breaksRbest** » Thu Jul 31, 2008 12:43 pm

I made some wicked Chicken Burrito's last night. So much more filling than the Beef ones, I was stuffed after 1 & a half

Feigan · Post by **Feigan** » Thu Jul 31, 2008 12:55 pm

witty_pseudonym wrote:also Sydney tip, Green Chillies on Oxford St. zomg. amazing thai. best penang curry i've had. :drool:

PC - that dish sounds yummy! is it a regular tuesday deal?

on that.

Thanks Witty - will report post visit

deviant · Post by **deviant** » Thu Jul 31, 2008 1:05 pm

silly I know... But I really want to go here...

http://www.vuedemonde.com.au/

Review

dinner for two (with all trimmings) would end up costing you $400-$500 bucks... But, I wanna do it at least once in my life

4 month waiting list for a table though

Feigan · Post by **Feigan** » Thu Jul 31, 2008 1:09 pm

It's the shiz Dan. V nice.

I did the lunch special there last year and thoroughly enjoyed myself.

It's pretty good - $55 for 2 Courses or $75 for three

Who's been to Fifteen - what did peeps think?

Polecat · Post by **Polecat** » Thu Jul 31, 2008 1:12 pm

witty_pseudonym wrote:PC - that dish sounds yummy! is it a regular tuesday deal?

w_p the braise would change weekly I'd think but yep that is a regular deal for winter.
I think the corkage for the BYO was $8?

witty_pseudonym · Post by **witty_pseudonym** » Thu Jul 31, 2008 1:15 pm

hmmm....not bad at all.
might have to check it out.

same o · Post by **same o** » Thu Jul 31, 2008 2:55 pm

have decided to make this for mums 50th

i am making rabbit hind legs, stuffed with chicken & pork mince and armagnac prunes, wrapped in prosciutto with a honey and mustard dressing. served with braised lettuce, peas, broad bens, morrels and kaiserfliche. (think that is how u spell it). ohh and garlic mash

for desert i am making sticky mandarin puddings, with a mandarin marmalade placed on crushed bicootti with quenells of home made vanila ice cream.

what u lot recon?

Polecat · Post by **Polecat** » Thu Jul 31, 2008 2:57 pm

I reckon your Mum will feel thoroughly spoilt! Great effort!!

gnat · Post by **gnat** » Thu Jul 31, 2008 2:58 pm

vue de monde left me cold

too pompy

i like a casual bustling vibe with great service and mad wine list

nah haven't been to fifteen feigs- have heard mixed reports..

i'm going here in bris sat night: http://www.byblosbar.com.au/bar/

looks sick

same o · Post by **same o** » Thu Jul 31, 2008 2:58 pm

Polecat wrote:I reckon your Mum will feel thoroughly spoilt! Great effort!!

every year i do somthing more extreem.

it going to be lots of work, but i loves cooking so is all good.

thank god for the botanical book

Feigan · Post by **Feigan** » Thu Jul 31, 2008 3:05 pm

sAme'0 wrote:have decided to make this for mums 50th

i am making rabbit hind legs, stuffed with chicken & pork mince and armagnac prunes, wrapped in prosciutto with a honey and mustard dressing. served with braised lettuce, peas, broad bens, morrels and kaiserfliche. (think that is how u spell it). ohh and garlic mash

for desert i am making sticky mandarin puddings, with a mandarin marmalade placed on crushed bicootti with quenells of home made vanila ice cream.

what u lot recon?

Pete!!!

That is madness right there - you've got a lucky mum.

Nice work mate - the mandarin puddings sound out of control.

Gnat - I did fifteen once for a work lunch, meh - not that flash. Supposedly the place on the opposite side of the laneway is much better - haven't been there though yet.

just checked the menu for Byblos - how good does this sound - nice one

Seayadeyeh
Fresh barramundi grilled and served with brown
rice, pine nuts, and a rich, provincial-style jus.
Topped with toasted pine nuts, pistachios and
crushed almonds.

same o · Post by **same o** » Thu Jul 31, 2008 3:19 pm

Feigan wrote:
sAme'0 wrote:have decided to make this for mums 50th

i am making rabbit hind legs, stuffed with chicken & pork mince and armagnac prunes, wrapped in prosciutto with a honey and mustard dressing. served with braised lettuce, peas, broad bens, morrels and kaiserfliche. (think that is how u spell it). ohh and garlic mash

for desert i am making sticky mandarin puddings, with a mandarin marmalade placed on crushed bicootti with quenells of home made vanila ice cream.

what u lot recon?
Pete!!!

That is madness right there - you've got a lucky mum.

Nice work mate - the mandarin puddings sound out of control.

Gnat - I did fifteen once for a work lunch, meh - not that flash. Supposedly the place on the opposite side of the laneway is much better - haven't been there though yet.

just checked the menu for Byblos - how good does this sound - nice one

Seayadeyeh
Fresh barramundi grilled and served with brown
rice, pine nuts, and a rich, provincial-style jus.
Topped with toasted pine nuts, pistachios and
crushed almonds.

yeah 15 is meh.

wouldnt bother going there, there menue sounded abit meh.

i mean really it is food cooked by apprentices.

i like the idea though.

yeah mandarine puddings are going to be bad bwoy.

last year i made lamb shanks in the style of venison (ie with a berry flavoured jus)
with broadbeans, peas, kaiserfliche, and pureed celeriac.

that barramundi sounds gooooood

gnat · Post by **gnat** » Thu Jul 31, 2008 3:38 pm

yeh feigs byblos looks great - gonna be hard to choose off that menu

i loves middle eastern foodz

also going to spirit house while up there

canNOT complaining

very elaborate meal plan pete! good work except the rabbit legs bit which is major Fa1L

Feigan · Post by **Feigan** » Thu Jul 31, 2008 3:59 pm

what's a provincial Jus?

that bit confuses me

Post by **breaksRbest** » Thu Jul 31, 2008 4:01 pm

food wank speak for 'gravy'

Feigan · Post by **Feigan** » Thu Jul 31, 2008 4:03 pm

ha ha ha!

thanks Glenny

Polecat · Post by **Polecat** » Thu Jul 31, 2008 4:05 pm

Jus = french for sauce or "juice" to be literal.

provincial refers to province (region or "department" as they call them in France). It is often used instead of "country".
It is different Provence which is a department of France (Provence-alps-cote d'azur)

So it is fancy speak for "country-style sauce".

Feigan · Post by **Feigan** » Thu Jul 31, 2008 4:08 pm

The Jus bit was all good - just wasn;t sure on the provincial bit.

lovely explanation though PC....

Danke