A Canberra foodie's adventures
We had planned a day trip outside Padua – I wanted to go to Eataly World in Bologna (about 90min drive away), and Mr FPJ wanted to check out the Ferrari museum in Modena (about a further 30 mins from Bologna). Modena is famous for its balsamic vinegar (you might notice the labels on some […] Read more…
In the hills of Padua, my aunt drove us to the small town of Arqua Petrarca for a fine-dining lunch. My aunt tells me Val Pomaro offers the traditional specialties from the Veneto region presented as a modern twist. Decor is elegant but simple with white linen tablecloths and covered chairs. Red wine is ordered […] Read more…
Following on from Eating in Italy (Padua) – Part 3 – El Gaucho, another dinner location in the town of Arqua Petrarca that my aunt took us to is Locanda Bel Fiore. It’s such a charming little country house set on top of the hill. My aunt frequents this restaurants and somehow the manager stayed […] Read more…
Following on from the pasticcerias and gelato, my aunt drove us up the Euganean Hills south-west of Padua to her favourite Trattoria al Bigolaro for our first dinner in Padua. This is one of the restaurants she’s frequented over 25 years so everybody knows her and she gets priority over her favourite table. The trattoria […] Read more…
Following on from Eating in Dubrovnik (Croatia), we flew to Italy and my home town Padua. I was born in Italy and my family has been living in Padua for over 40 years. It was a nice reprieve from the constant moving and traveling to the next destination as we were in Padua for a […] Read more…
Reflecting back over the year on the last day of 2019, here are my favourite Canberra dishes of the year! (in no particular order). Poachers Pantry smoked duck breast The smoked duck breast with foie gras, spiced pear puree, French plum and buttered spinach as part of the Spring tasting menu. We could smell the […] Read more…
As I walk in the front door, I immediately notice the freshly made pasta available for purchase displayed behind glass at the front counter. Not knowing what to expect, my mood picks up and my expectations are raised. I’m greeted by the waiter (who I recognise from somewhere – probably another Italian dining establishment in […] Read more…
Solita Pizza and Pasta Bar is a joint venture between Braddon’s Pasta’d and 10 inch Custom Pizzeria. The restaurant is located on the corner of East Row and London Circuit, right near the Civic bus interchange at Bailey’s Corner. We were told that the pizzas are now 12 inch rather than 10. My friends and […] Read more…
Tipo 00 is one of the restaurants I will always visit whenever I’m in Melbourne. Located on Little Bourke Street smack bang in the CBD, and a short stroll away from Melbourne Central / Emporium, it’s really easy to get to. Tipo 00 is a type of flour used in making pasta, and the restaurant […] Read more…
During my annual visit to Perth, I discovered that there was a Guy Grossi restaurant and was keen to make a trip to the Perth CBD to try it out. Garum focuses on Roman-style cooking with handmade pasta and ancient Roman techniques. After we were seated, we were asked whether we wanted tap, still or […] Read more…