Balla (Sydney)

We walked around Darling Harbour and decided to have an early dinner at The Star casino complex. After comparing menus, we settled on Balla for their pre-theatre menu (even we were not watching a show).

The pre-theatre menu was good value with 3 courses for just $55. The vegetable soup with black truffle was simple and fragrant. And the cheese crepe and pasta main courses were satisfying.

Details:
Balla
Level G, Harbourside
The Star
80 Pyrmont Street 
Pyrmont
http://www.star.com.au/sydney-restaurants/signature-fine-dining/Pages/balla.aspx

Adriano Zumbo Patissier at The Star (Sydney)

We planned for dessert on a Sunday at Adriano Zumbo new dessert train at The Star casino after a fish market lunch. By arriving 10 minutes before opening at noon, we secured our seats before a queue was formed.

The variety and creativity of the desserts on offer were amazing. Given the price tag ($9-$11 per plate), we limited ourselves to 2 plates only. The ssnowmanorr was nicely soft and complimented well with the subtle lychee and coconut cream.

The cube caramel found the perfect balance among caramel, passionfruit and ginger – a combination we can never imagine working.

(And we cleaned the plates...)

Details:
Adriano Zumbo at The Star
Shop 1, Cafe Court
The Star
80 Pyrmont st
Pyrmont, NSW 2009
http://www.adrianozumbo.com/the-star-pyrmont/