Wine is constant proof that God loves us and loves to see us happy.
Benjamin Franklin
This was an exciting weekend! After months upon months of almost total isolation, I ventured out of the house for a beautiful weekend in Canberra celebrating my sister’s birthday. We had an UNBELIEVABLE long lunch at Pavilion Dining at Pialligo Estate – all kinds of bougie and decadent in a gorgeous, sun-drenched setting. Due to the current restrictions, we also had an entire dining room to ourselves, which did dangerous things for our egos. I could get used to lunches like this.
We all skipped breakfast in order to take full advantage of the menu. By the time we got to dessert, I was so full I couldn’t think straight, and I forgot to take any photos. No regrets.
House baked sourdough with Pepe Saya butter and Estate olive oil 
Beetroot carpaccio with cashew cream, candied walnuts and merlot reduction 
Roast king prawn caponata with romesco and salsa verde 
Pumpkin, feta and lemon myrtle rotolo with smokehouse chorizo crumb 
Grilled pencil leeks, torn maple brisket, horseradish and curly endive 
Grass fed scotch fillet, blackened brussels and red wine jus 
Spring chicken with wilted leaves, hazelnuts and mustard emulsion 
Roasted barramundi, parsnip and pistachio with saffron and kohlrabi remoulade 
Confit mushrooms with kale barley, soft garlic and hard herbs 
Pork belly with charred corn puree, zucchini and mint salad
When we had finished lunch, the sun was setting over the vineyard so we carpe diem-ed and had another drink outside. Even in Canberra in the middle of Winter, it was gloriously warm in the sun, and the wine was delicious.
10/10 would recommend. If you’re ever in Canberra, make a trip out to Pialligo Estate. Whether you’re in it for the food, the wine, or even just the views – you won’t be disappointed.