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Back in one ofthe world’s foodie capitals, Melbourne for the first time since February 2020 –20 days pre our Covid jail sentence.

 

And threedinners with Melbourne residents and friends – Damien, Jamie, Kate & Duncanand co.

 

Matilda – Open fire, hot coals, modern Aussie foodat the Royal Botanical Gardens.  Goodbar, good Aussie wines – Kangaroo tartare, oysters, dressed Fraser IslandSpanner Crab, Murray Cod and amazing steaks.

 

Gimlet – Private room for eight of us at Gimlet inthe 120 year old Cavendish House in Melbourne’s CBD.  A nostalgia/retro heritage gem – greatcocktail list, terrific atmosphere.  Jampacked (on a Monday!), great service, another dose of great local produce.

 

Bar Lourinha – A tiny Portuguese tapas/wine bar on LittleCollins Street.  Casual, lively, nofrills – great sardines and bacalao.

 

Cecconi’s – Classic Venetian inspired Italian.

 

A good time washad by all.

 

And Aucklandawaits!!

 

KR