Situated in the heart of Australia’s famous Hunter Valley wine region, north of Sydney, Tower Lodge is just waiting to be discovered and enjoyed. Treat yourself to a few moments of relaxation in the library or in the quiet of the interior courtyard before tasting the great wines that accompany the sophisticated cuisine. The Dinks golf course, the heated pool, the massage treatment room invite you to enjoy long hours of happiness. A fireplace, a private courtyard, a fountain… each of the 12 elegant rooms has its own special take on charm that nearly makes you forget to climb the tower and take in the spectacular views.
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At the heart of Sydney, Tetsuya Wakuda’s elegant restaurant is found with its contemporary dining rooms looking out over the beautiful Japanese gardens. These engaging surroundings compliment Tetsuya’s menu comprising a 13 course tasting menu taking clients on an exceptional culinary experience of dishes such as Terrine of Queensland spanner crab with avocado and chocolate ganache with green tea and red beans. This self-taught avant-garde and playful chef swears by the quality of local produce and is considered by many to be one of the best of his generation in the world.
An iconic destination for Sydney vacationers, Jonah’s overlooks fabulous “Whale Beach”, one of the most beautiful ocean stretches in Australia. Jonah’s is perched on the cliffs between the Pacific Ocean and Pittwater; it is an oasis of tranquillity and luxury with its spacious 8 rooms and a private residence comprising three rooms all with private balconies and Jacuzzis. Boasting 180-degree panoramic views of the ocean, Jonah’s is renowned for its modern Australian cuisine with French influences. With the emphasis on finesse and freshness, the chef invites you to savour simple yet inventive cuisine, showcasing the best of Australian produce and seafood. To accompany this, a simply divine wine list of more than 280 stunning wines. Guests staying during July, August and September will delight in seeing the magnificent Humpback Whale migration. Jonah’s… stunning, breathtaking, brilliant.
The State of Victoria’s very first vine was planted on this beautiful property in 1838. The resulting nectars with real fruity depth have made the Yarra Valley one of Australia’s most reputed wine growing regions. Looking across the magnificent Yarra Valley, this Historic Mansion set on the green hillside, is an opulent display case for treasures picked up all around the world. Whilst exploring this beautiful wine region, you can also take a short drive to the Healesville Sanctuary and gain a rich understanding of the Australian environment through encounters with wildlife, native flora and indigenous stories. Or discover the spellbinding and cosmopolitan city of Melbourne (just an hour away). You’ll Never Want to Leave!
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It is in Melbourne that the chef, Jacques Reymond, put down his suitcases and his stove. It was a daring challenge… Nearly insane. A French chef in the country of Ayers Rock, it was the antithesis of the local gastronomy. And yet, Jacques Reymond has been able to impose his personal touch. Slowly, he has initiated Australians to the most exquisite dishes. What can you say of his cuisine, if not that it is capricious, just like Australia? Contemporary, creative, pluralistic, it is to be tasted, nibbled at - here and there, with some dishes of a rare inventiveness. A visionary soul, Jacques Reymond married very early on “French flavours and Asian influences”, even before “fusion food” became fashionable. The taste of the oysters is brought out by a touch of wasabi, the crab ravioli are accompanied by a Vietnamese pancake, with a thin slice of tuna and its “tajine of spices”… The cellar is exceptional just as is the Victorian manor, in perfect harmony with the creations of the chef, passionate about his art.
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