From the Editor, Leigh O’Connor.
With more than 33,000 km of coastline along with rivers, estuaries and lakes, Australia abounds in water views – and we can’t get enough of them.
This week we turn our attention to everything connected with water – views, restaurants, recipes and much more. From where to go to enjoy sustainable seafood to where to catch the freshest lobster, we have you covered!
Check out our ‘Look What’s New’ article where we tell you how you can arrive by water at new Sydney restaurant Walsh Bay Crabhouse in The Rocks – the latest addition to the Harry’s Dining Group, find out the history behind both founder Harry and present owner, his son-in-law Andy Jeme.
We take you to five Readers’ Choice Award-winning restaurants around the country where water views and seafood go hand in hand, along with five venues to order the best Surf and Turf to satisfy both the seafood lover and carnivore.
Tucked away in the corner of a lively laneway in central Wollongong, you’ll find Italian-style bistro Restaurant Santino on Globe Lane. We chat to English-born Chef, Jake Rosen about his culinary journey spanning more than 22 years of cooking around the globe – he also shares a stunning recipe for scallop crudo, with orange broth and mint oil.
"This is a dish that reminds me of my time spent in Ibiza. It’s a spin-off from a mentor I worked with over there for a Summer while living in London. It’s a dish that reminds me of paradise – it’s fresh, tasty and easy to execute,” he says.
Those seeking a Happy Hour venue to catch up with friends after work, or pre-dinner drinks before a romantic rendezvous, are covered with our roundup of the best places for a cheeky cocktail or two; while brunch-goers looking for a new spot for a lazy weekend meal can check out our ‘Where to Brunch this Weekend’ collection.
Wherever you are looking to make a splash, dive right into Water Views Week with us…
