On a night filled with anticipation, the corporate crew of Eagle
Street ditched the suit jackets for Origin jerseys while we were
salivating for Philip Johnson’s new menu at Bistro One Eleven.
Warm lighting and soft, upbeat sounds filtered through this mellow, stylish space as carefully selected Waipara Hills Pinot Noir, Cuvee Marlborough Nautilus, and Seresin Sauvignon Blanc filled the glistening Laurent-Perrier glasses.
The faintly sizzling sounds of the food symphony composed by
Executive Chef Mathias Andersson, stirs desire from the depths of a
day’s hard work. The meals flow effortlessly from attentive waiter,
Robert. Observe this silent waiter-ninja and multi-tasking master juggle
plates, perform napkin origami, pour bubbles and help the ladies with
their chairs, all completed with a smile on his face. To start, try the San Daniel prosciutto topped with quail egg, green asparagus and fennel pollen.
If you think making things with friends is fun, share the duck liver
parfait with pedro ximenez jelly, pickles and toasted ciabatta. The
interesting and saporous combination of chistorra and salt crusted
potatoes with saffron rouille is a flavoursome choice. However, the real
favourites are the scotch eggs. They taste like comfort within a
cocoon; a crunchy exterior and warm egg-cellent centre with a hint of
chilli.
For those who like spice in their life, the squid with spiced du puys
lentils, cacciatore and crème friache is for you. The colourful, creamy,
chunky, beady beetroot risotto with goats curd, caramelised pecans and
watercress is your ticket to a texturally pleasing experience.
Crustacean enthusiasts will enjoy grilled prawns in garlic butter with a
side of haloumi and radicchio.
The dish of Grimaud duck breast with cavolo nero, chestnut puree and
cumquat jus will have you thinking that every duck you’ve ever consumed
before has been anorexic. The duck meat was surprisingly thick, tasting
juicy and tender. Grilled quail, potato gnocchi with sautéed mushrooms
and peas encompass everything within a Gnocchi-lover’s dreams, although
the most refreshing and heavenly flavours exude from the 12 hour pork
neck with soft polenta, liquorice, fennel, currants and pine nuts. Such a
beautiful partnership of ingredients; a ceremony of flavour not to be
missed.
If you would like something sweet to finish, you cannot leave without
trying the pear tart tatin with ginger ice cream; that’s a house
favourite. For a citrus twist, indulge in frozen lemon verbena mousse
with crème fraiche cake, blueberry and thyme. Chocolate monsters will
enjoy chocolate fondant with milk gelato and white chocolate caramel.
The State of Origin is not the only victory Queenslanders should be proud of. This Riverside boutique bistro will be ever blossoming. Yes indeed: tis a winner!
Bistro One Eleven 111 Eagle St, Brisbane QLD 4000 p. 07 3220 2557 h. Mon – Fri 7–late, Sat 5.30-late
Blog by Brisbane belly blogger. Photos by the black collective Blog published on the Good Guide Magazine
The July issue of DARE Online Magazine is
out! Here is a sneak peek of the features I wrote on MasterChef
runner-up Poh Ling Yeow including some of her delicious Malaysian
recipes, Krav Maga (Dare Sports) and a review of my favourite restaurant
- Mundo Churrasco - all you can eat Brazilian, get in my belly! nomnomnom!
New Farm is the health hub of Brisbane, with scrumptious fresh
produce available from James Street Markets with picturesque riverside
places to exercise and an abundance of restaurants catered to fulfil
every gastronomic desire. The latest business to bloom on Florence
Street is Primal Pantry supporting the Paleo philosophy, one of the biggest trends in wellness exploding across the country.
Today, our species are more susceptible to illness and diseases than
ever and it’s time to get back to the basics and eat as our caveman
ancestors did long ago: Man Eat Only What Man Need. Ugh! So think
quality sources of protein and healthy fats – minus the side of
pesticides.
Generally though, what is good for you doesn’t always taste good. So rest assured, Primal Pantry
will calm your grumbling belly with a menu both nutritionally appeasing
and aesthetically pleasing. The breakfast menu tempts your sweet tooth
with cinnamon pancakes topped with grilled figs and pistachio crumbs
drizzled with maple syrup. Indulge in this guilt-free goodness with a
pot of your favourite tea or a signature smoothie.
For the savoury fan, the rainbow chard with poached eggs and pine
nuts is a colourful hero. If you prefer variety, The Caveman Plate is
for you. Beware buff bunnies in the bulking phase at gym: for these
options, you may only just touch the sides, though it’s a great excuse
to get away with ordering something sweet and savoury! For lunch, go nuts over the braised grass fed lamb shoulder served
over exotic mushrooms and nut risotto. The food fun doesn’t stop there.
You can purchase healthy staples such as fruit and veg paleo bars and
coconut oil to create your own Primal Pantry experience at home.
Primal Pantry Cnr of Florence & Macquarie St, New Farm, QLD 4005. Mon – Sun 7 – 3.
There is more to making burgers than throwing a few ingredients
together in a bun – it’s like throwing a grand party. Hosted by premium
quality meat, all invited ingredients must mingle well together to
create a memorable experience. And the owners of Burger Urge
are celebrating their tenth year anniversary providing Brisbane’s
tastebuds with the party of a lifetime. They’ve spent many hours in the
kitchen weaving gastronomic magic; making awesome sauces and fabulous
fillings combined with succulent beef, chicken and lamb to form
spellbinding burgers for beefcake’s belly bliss!
The menu also caters to vegetarian wishes with delicious dipping
sauces and super sides: indulge in their famous thick cut sweet potato
fries. Celebrate the new menu, complete with additional tasty treats like
tempura onion rings and spicy Buffalo wings; four exotic flavoured
burgers, burnt caramel gelato plus lime and coconut sorbet. If you love
Moroccan spice, the new Arabian burger is oh so nice, with a creamy
spicy sauce topped on a premium Aussie Lamb patty with capsicum,
lettuce, tomato, onion and whole egg mayo. The spicy lamb BBQ burger
will light the fire in your desire – the sauce, oh baby! Order
everything you can that will baste your buds with bountiful blobs of
this meat lover’s elixir. Yep, you’re invited to rock into any inner city location and show your appreciation for the Burger Urge crew and their dedication to the taste addiction. Party hearty!
