Crittenden Estate '09 Pinot Noir |
There are few things that can lure me from the comfort of a luxurious goose-down doona, but the prospect of a nice dinner is definitely one of them! A short drive from Tussie Mussie Vineyard Retreat is Stillwater restaurant, located within the Crittenden Estate winery.
Stillwater at Crittenden
25 Harrisons Road
Dromana, Vic 3936
Ph: (03) 5981-9555
Overlooking the vineyard's lake, Stillwater is a popular spot for lunches and daytime functions - I'm sure the deck would be a lovely spot on a sunny day!
Whilst perusing the menu, we nibbled on hot and fluffy bread rolls dipped in grassy olive oil and spicy dukkah.
Hot and fluffy bread rolls |
Salt, olive oil, dukkah |
We were having a little trouble deciding on what to order, so Chef Zac Poulier kindly selected a few sharing dishes for us that would showcase what Stillwater has to offer.
First up was a braised beef short rib.
Braised short rib of Gippsland beef, with a soba noodle salad |
Mmm... melty beef |
Mussels cooked with cream, shallots, wine & parsley, Garlic bread |
Twice cooked pork belly, honeyed onion puree, radicchio & apple salad and apple caviar - $22.00 |
Now, whilst we greatly enjoyed the savoury dishes, the desserts were absolutely fantastic! Definitely save room for dessert if you're planning a visit.
Vanilla Crème Brulée made with free-range eggs, poached rhubarb & a hazelnut tuille - $16.00 |
I daresay that the dessert I ordered was even better! I'd been tossing up between the chocolate fondant and the pear and frangipane tart, and I'm so glad I ended up choosing the tart - it was so good!
Spiced pear, fig & frangipane puff pastry tart with a honey glaze & pistachio ice-cream - $15.00 |
A big thanks to Chef Zac Poulier for a lovely meal!
Sarah and Sandra dined as guests of Stillwater at Crittenden and Mornington Peninsula Tourism.
6 comments
The food looks amazing!
ReplyDeleteHow was the wine from the estate? Was it a good match for the food?
Sophie - Yes, the wine was delicious! I love pinot noir, and this one was a great match for the dishes (even the seafood!)
ReplyDeleteYum Creme Brulee! and well hot and fluffy bread rolls are always welcome :)
ReplyDeleteThat tart looks amazing! And I hear you re. the pistachio ice cream. I hear sometimes places use pistachio paste which is enhanced with almond as it is less expensive than pure pistachio. But when you find a real pistachio ice cream-wowee! :D
ReplyDeleteThat tart looks amazing! And I hear you re. the pistachio ice cream. I hear sometimes places use pistachio paste which is enhanced with almond as it is less expensive than pure pistachio. But when you find a real pistachio ice cream-wowee! :D
ReplyDeletePinot noir is just about my favourite wine variety - sounds like this one was great. Love the look of the creme brulee as well.
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