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Wild Kombucha by Ballsy $15

We are not big fans of the convenience store Kombucha variety, as it is usually made with black tea which we find too strong even for tea-lovers as we are. However, we have enjoyed several green tea/oolong Kombuchas at restaurants, which can be great options for non-drinkers. This one was clean and refreshing, almost like an exotic sparkling wine. 

Badu Gili - "Water Light" $16

Badu Gili, what a beautiful name for a beautiful mocktail. 

Moreton Bay Bug Dumpling

This dumpling was perfectly cooked with the bay bug tender and sweet, which was only bettered by the cabbage, which was so well seasoned and had fully absorbed the essence of the brown butter sauce.

Heirloom Summer Salad

Always a safe and vibrant entree for tomato lovers!

Sashimi of Coral Trout

An unusual combination and an excellent way to draw out the natural sweetness of the trout.

Red Prawn & Roasted Rice Congee

An interesting textural combination of gluey congee with crunchy roasted rice. We found this slightly too salty, which overpowered the sweetness of the coral prawn.

Slow Cooked Pork Belly

This pork belly is like a sponge soaked in umami and the smoked broth, completely rendering away in the mouth. I only wish it was bigger!

Blue-Eye Trevalla

Well executed pan fried fish with an interesting nutty sweet finish.

Steamed Local Pink Snapper

Compared to the trevalla this steamed snapper was a lighter dish, but not boring with a silky sauce and a touch of saltiness from the sea succulents. 

Roast Wagyu Rump Cap

This thinly sliced wagyu rump cap was cooked to a beautiful blush, perfectly showcasing the marbling meat. Whilst rump is a tough cut, this was super tender and juicy. The Yorkshire pudding was a star on its own, with a surprise centre as the sweet onions and mushroom puree elevated it to another level. The horseradish emulsion gives it that zing element, and balanced out the meatiness. 

Cherry Jam Lamington

This is the dish that we always look forward to the most when visiting Bennelong. We would have enjoyed it more if the coconut shavings were thinner/smaller, as they were on previous visits, to create that instant melt-in-the-mouth effect. We won't spoil it any further, this is something you have to try for yourself!

Green Mango Granita

A light and refreshing alternative to the lamington.