South Wharf Progressive Dinner
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Gastrology recently explored the South Wharf Promenade on a gastronomic tour of six eateries. It was a delight to visit Melbourne’s oldest but newest riverside neighbourhood.
The dining showcased the versatility of the dining precinct through the Progressive Dinner's five-course degustation which took us through the renowned Melbourne restaurants Akachochin, Bohemian, BangPop, Common Man and Meat Market.
Featuring a plethora of food choices from the best restaurants in the precinct, the South Wharf Progressive Dinner offered authentic international dishes from Japan, Spain, Thailand and Australia, carefully crafted by each restaurant’s head chef. The flavoursome experience was amplified further with matched champagne, wine and sake.
Stop 1 - Common Man
First stop was Common Man which served appetising canapes of Tasmanian oysters with shallot vinaigrette alongside Zucchini fritters with herb sour cream. Common Main aims to serving rustic meals which showcase Melbourne's colourful culture.
Stop 2 - BangPop
In a market where casual dining is in vogue, BangPop assimilates perfectly. BangPop is an excellent South Wharf restaurant serving well executed and wonderfully balanced food with bold, attention-grabbing flavours. We enjoyed BangPop's Gu Jub Yuan a subtle pork broth with flavoursome prawn wontons and dropped rice noodles.
Stop 3 - Akachochin
An elegant and modern Tokyo-style bar, Akachochin serves authentic Japanese cuisine presented in a modern way. Akachochin presented a creative dish of Salmon and avocado oshizushi. Pressed salmon sushi was served with salmon roe and smashed avocado and onion salsa sushi was served with finger lime. It was an interesting take on the usual Japanese options found around town.
Stop 4 - Bohemian
With talented Head Chef Lorenzo Casu at the helm, the restaurant takes guests on a gastronomic journey through Spain. Bohemian's 5 hour braised beef cheek was our absolute favourite dish of the evening. The beef cheek was tender and delicious, with caramel undertones courtesy of being slow-braised. The cheeks fell away at the weight of our spoons whilst still retaining their integrity. The parsnip puree, vegetable escabeche and flower crisp was were the perfect accompaniments.
Stop 5 - Meat Market
Our evening concluded on a sweet high with Meat Market's Chocolate pave served with freeze dried strawberries and pain d'Epices Ice cream. The pedro ximinez was the perfect match for the dessert.
The next South Wharf Progressive dinner is Thursday 22nd September!
Time: 6.30pm – 10.00pm
Cost: $119 per person fully inclusive (must be 18+ years of age)
Bookings are essential.
For more information or to make a booking head to www.southwharfrestaurants.com.au or call Michael on 0438 623 799.
