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Hahndorf Hill Wine Dinner at Arbour Kitchen

Arbour Kitchen is one of Adelaide’s newest dining experiences, showcasing South Australian produce and producers, all while keeping to a seasonal menu.

Words and Images: Silvana Weyerhauser-Maher

Arbour Kitchen is one of Adelaide’s newest dining experiences. The venue showcases a variety of South Australian produce and producers, all while keeping to a seasonal menu.

We recently went along to their wine dinner in collaboration with Hahndorf Hill Winery. Upon arrival, we were greeted by the venue manager, Damien Kammermann, along with a fresh cocktail.

The menu consisted of five mouth-watering courses, perfectly paired with Hahndorf Hill Wines.

Hervey Bay Scallops, Sweetcorn, Bellota Iberico, Watercress (with the Gru – Gruner Veltliner ‘18)

Poached Berkshire Pork Belly, Cauliflower, Passionfruit, Woodland Sorrel (with Reserve Gruner Veltliner ‘16)

Hay Valley Lamb Breast, Summer Tomatoes, Burnt Eggplant, Mulled Wine Sauce (with Zsa Zsa – Zweigelt ‘18)

Loin of Hahndorf Venison, Salt Baked Beetroot, Blueberries, Bitter Chocolate (with Blaufrankisch – Blue Blood)

Lavender Cheesecake, Brown Butter, Pistachio, Kangaroo Island Honey (with Green Angel – Late Harvest Gruner Veltliner ‘18)

Executive chef Brent Potuszynski, really brought these dishes to life and should be applauded for his execution of flavour profiles and presentation. The scallops melted in the mouth like butter, the crunch of the crackling on the pork belly, the lamb breast was dancing with flavours, the venison was perfectly tender, and the Cheesecake had gentle hints of lavender, paired with crispy pistachios.

Hahndorf Hill Winery’s brand ambassador Jack Simmonds was an energetic host with a basket of knowledge. He guided us through each course and helped guests articulate the aromatic flavours each wine possessed. My personal favourite was the Gruner Veltliner, which held light notes of pear and crisp golden apple.

The menu certainly took us on a culinary adventure. Arbour Kitchen’s next collaborative dinner will be coming soon – keep an eye on their social media for details.

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