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STARTERS:

Crispy Beetroot Balls [V]
Crumbed beetroot stuffed with herbed goat cheese, served with tzatziki yoghurt

With: 2023 Zephyr Sauvignon Blanc: The bright acidity cuts through the richness of the crumbed goat cheese and fried coating, keeping the palate clean. Its herbaceous notes reflect the fresh herbs in the stuffing and tzatziki, creating a well paired flavour connection. Meanwhile, crisp citrus and tropical fruit complement the earthy sweetness of the beetroot.

OR

Herbed Chicken Roulade
Herb-stuffed chicken wrapped in bacon, served with red sauce

With: 2024 Mascota Vineyards Chardonnay: The 2024 Mascota Vineyards Chardonnay works well with Herbed Chicken Roulade because its rich, buttery texture complements the creamy, savour flavours of the bacon-wrapped chicken. Its balanced acidity refreshes the palate against the mild red sauce, keeping each bite lively and well-rounded.

OR

Seared Sesame Tuna [GF][SF]
Pan-seared tuna coated in sesame seeds, served with guacamole and mango pineapple salsa

With: 2023 Zephyr Sauvignon Blanc: The punchy citrus and tropical fruit notes complement the sweet and tangy mango–pineapple salsa. Its fresh, vibrant acidity cuts through the richness of the tuna and guacamole. Additionally, the wine’s herbaceous and crisp character works with the nutty sesame crust, balancing the dish’s textures and flavours.

MAINS:

Paneer Masala Lababdar [GF][N]
Indian cottage cheese in a creamy tomato-cashew sauce, delicately spiced, with steamed rice

With: 2020 Johner Estate Gladstone Pinot Noir: Invitingly fragrant and generous, it offers ripe cherry and plum, hints of liquorice and dark chocolate, and supple tannins. A Pinot Noir would pair well because its soft tannins won’t clash with the creamy tomato–cashew sauce, while its bright red fruit and fresh acidity balance the dish’s richness. Subtle earthy and spice notes compliment the gentle Indian spices, enhancing the flavours without overpowering them.

DESSERT:

Mughlai Shahi Slice [N]
A royal dessert of golden crispy bread in saffron rabri, topped with assorted nuts

With: 2022 Folium Late Harvest Sauvignon Blanc: The wine’s citrusy acidity cuts through the creamy, heavy texture of the rabri, refreshing the palate after each bite. Fruity notes like apricot, pineapple, and peach in the wine mirror the sweet, fragrant, and floral saffron flavours in the dessert, creating an intriguing combination. The wine’s crispness contrasts with the richness of the dessert, preventing it from feeling too heavy, while its medium sweetness complements the dessert without feeling out of place.

STARTERs:

Clay-Oven Chicken Skewers

With: 144 Islands Albarino - Bay of Islands

OR

Crumbed Cheese Bites (Vegetarian)

With: NV Sartori di Verona Prosecco Brut

OR

Tomato & Basil Soup (Vegetarian)

With: NV Sartori di Verona Prosecco Brut

MAIN:

Fish of the Day

With: De la Terre 'Mark I' Chardonnay - Hawke's Bay

DESSERT:

Biscoff Cheesecake

With: Château d’Arche Sauternes - Bordeaux