The foodie's challenge

The challenge set for me is this. Eat at all top 100 restaurants as decided by Gourmet Traveller in 2007. Completion deadline: mid-January 2009. That's two years in which to dine at each of the 100 restaurants chosen by Gourmet Traveller in their 2007 restaurant guide. Quite a challenge when you consider that these restaurants are not all located in our country's capital cities. Many are in regional centres. Join me on my journey!

Current tally: 55 out of 100 dining experiences completed. More posts to come.

Please note, that the views expressed herein are those only of the author. They are only opinions, and the author recognises that others may disagree.

Sunday, November 11, 2007

Four in Hand Bistro, Sydney

Nestled in the quiet backstreets of Paddington, adjoining a pub, this restaurant is a great little find. Dark wood panelling on the walls give it a very European feeling, however, the large windows let in a lot of light from outside.

For a small restaurant, it has quite a diverse wine list, with lots of great French wines. The oysters were fresh and the duck egg french toast was great. The fish dishes were perfectly cooked, though the special pork dish, including a crispy pig's ear, was sensational.

The Four in Hand was disappointingly not busy for a Saturday lunch when I went, however, that ensured that the service was just perfect. The sommelier was able to spend quite a bit of time with us, and we certainly tried a variety of wines, including a great European dessert wine.

I will gladly return.

The Four in Hand Bistro is at 105 Sutherland Street, Paddington. Ph 02 9362 1999.
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