tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2883579515473274999.post8877421316958766925..comments2009-06-06T15:37:58.751+10:00Comments on Durian and Lychee: Garfish, Kirribilli - 5th June 2009Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2883579515473274999.post-56802066685949019332009-06-06T15:37:58.751+10:002009-06-06T15:37:58.751+10:00Friday Night - It felt like the first real "F...Friday Night - It felt like the first real "Friday Night" I'd had for a long long time. A glass of wine, a simple fresh plate of fish, my favourite dinner date. My shoulders unhunched themselves, I sank into the seat, leaned forward and breathed in the simple pleasures of that current moment.<br /><br />We excitedly ordered.<br /><br />As usual, I thought I'd try something I hadn't tried before. Kingfish - it was a meaty fish but i preferred the smooth and piping hot fattiness of Durian's Barramundi.<br /><br />Grapefruit rocket and avocado salad surprised me with its mildness. I expected striking flavours all clamouring in my mouth. But somehow, they all blended and melted comfortingly.<br /><br />Maybe it was my merlot that helped soften the astringency i was expecting. Earthy red wine. Just what I needed.<br /><br />Perhaps I needed more of Durian's port. Caramel burning down my throat. But I only took 2 sips. There really is a limit for how much I should take of what my dinner companion's food and drink.<br /><br />Dessert - yes - we decided to try something different. Such a tactic can always backfire. But it is ALWAYS worth it for those moments where you discover something new and heavenly. Last night's Steamed Pudding was not such an occasion. <br /><br />Nonetheless - Friday night dinner was deliciously relaxing. I certainly should make more of a habit of such Friday nights.adadahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15563685557020964761noreply@blogger.com