Gourmet Traveller May 2022

SUBSCRIBE NOW magshop.com.au/gmt Details p118 I once had an argument with a friend about art and whether or not it was essential. In a particularly churlish mood, I argued that while art enhanced life, it was superfluous; humans don’t need art to survive. A decade later, I would like to formally retract that argument. I was wrong. The older I get, the more I’ve come to appreciate the power of art and its ability to help us understand and process the world around us. It connects us and helps us communicate shared experiences. As Lisa Havilah wisely sums it up in this month’s Community x Kylie column: “Art gives life meaning.” Havilah is the chief executive of Sydney’s Powerhouse Museum and the woman who transformed Carriageworks into one of Australia’s leading cultural institutions, combining…

GOURMET APPROVED Tilly’s Table Based in the Blue Mountains, cook and photographer Tilly Pamment combines her two passions to create linens, gift cards and limited-edition prints. tillystable.com.au Uncommon Vodka Scapegrace Distillery has partnered with Neville and Junko Chun, who pioneered growing organic yuzu and umeshu fruit in New Zealand, to produce these two new limited-edition vodka varieties. scapegracedistillery.com Tudor Black Bay GMT With the ability to track three time zones at once, Tudor’s Black Bay GMT is the ultimate watch for travellers. Now available in a steel and gold version, with a choice of three bracelet designs. tudorwatch.com Pasture, Auckland Ed Verner’s acclaimed Parnell restaurant has long been on global radars but there have been big changes since NZ closed ranks to the outside world. With borders now reopened, it’s time to book ahead and experience the immersive journey for yourself. JOANNA…

ALLEY PASCOE writer A quick word, p32 Alley Pascoe is a writer and editor based in Darwin on Larrakia Country. Having lived in Mparntwe (Alice Springs) as a kid, she vividly remembers eating witchetty grubs, bush tomatoes and salty plums, and she loved yarning to Arrernte and Kalkadoon artist Thea Anamara Perkins about her own childhood travels to the Northern Territory. “The way Thea describes flying into the desert from the east coast is so powerful and poetic,” says Pascoe. “There’s something magical about being on Arrernte Country.” NORNIE BERO chef and author Treasure island, p104 Coming from the Meriam People of Mer Island in the Torres Strait, championing Islander flavours and native produce is the lifeblood of what chef and business owner Nornie Bero does. In this issue we extract her new book Mabu…

Bar Mammoni, Sydney The new laneway bar offshoot of Hinchcliff House in Circular Quay reminds you just how fun after-work drinks can be, with the lure of puffy pizzette, a bodacious Spritz selection and service that’ll have you staying for an extra Spritz and snack for certain. Shop 3 Loftus Ln, Sydney, NSW Jordan Kretchmer, writer Lizard Island, Far North Queensland It may have been the wet season but the sun came out to say goodbye as we farewelled this island paradise and enjoyed a sensational scenic flight back to Cairns. No wonder this is one of David Attenborough’s favourite spots in the world. Glorious. Joanna Hunkin, editor Cecconi’s, Melbourne No matter how short our stint in Melbourne is, we always make time for a lunch (usually to refuel mid-shop) at Cecconi’s. You get a real sense…

SYDNEY Bondi is set to welcome a newcomer and a returning favourite, with chef Orazio D’Elia reprising his pizza-led bolthole Da Orazio. Some hallmarks of the restaurant will return (including most importantly, the rotisserie porchetta), while new tasty additions include a thoroughly tested and rested pizza dough recipe and a pint-sized new wine bar dubbed Orazietto next door. Nearby Blackwood Bondi will bring fresh talent to the suburb, with the team behind Cronulla’s Blackwood Pantry opening the Bondi outpost. Rounding out the Glenayr Avenue Seven Ways hub, the day-to-night diner is led by chef Rob Lechowicz, who earned his stripes learning from Tony Bilson, before heading to Europe. While there’s an Italian undercurrent to the menu, Australian brunch culture will also play a feature role. Think carrot and sweet potato fritters, and…

Exclusive culinary journeys Gourmet Traveller has partnered with luxury travel specialists Southern Crossings to curate two exclusive itineraries to showcase some of the best culinary experiences to be found around Australia. Our first tour, Wines to Wilderness, will take in highlights of New South Wales over seven days, exploring the vineyards of Hunter Valley, Mudgee and Orange, before ending with two nights at Emirates One&Only Wolgan Valley, where guests will experience their own private Australian wildlife safari. Along the way, guests will be treated to a number of exclusive tasting experiences, as well as a scenic helicopter flight over Mudgee and Orange. In October, Allan Campion will host the Southern Flavours tour over 10 days, departing from Melbourne and exploring the Grampians and Daylesford, staying at Royal Mail and the Lake House respectively,…