verystormy Posted January 23, 2014 Report Share Posted January 23, 2014 It was my wife's birthday this week and we went to Nobu. Have been before, but this time did the chefs special menu - 10 courses. Loved it. If you have a special birthday or anniversary then I highly recommend it. If you want recommendations from the menu just ask. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StraighttothePoint Posted January 23, 2014 Report Share Posted January 23, 2014 Luckily my wife is a small eater so taking her somewhere as special as that would be a waste Sounds interesting though, must have a look online at the menu. We did go out for a treat recently for our birthdays, it was ok but the menu was limited to chicken or beef and one veggie option. Mind you Macca's has always been limited in its offerrings, probably to keep their overheads down and profit levels high:wink: 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
odies Posted January 23, 2014 Report Share Posted January 23, 2014 10 courses to much for me, getting old means smaller meals more often. did i just say that ?? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nikkis2000 Posted January 23, 2014 Report Share Posted January 23, 2014 It's our wedding anniversary in the 2nd and our first in oz. is Nobu very very expensive or just very expensive?!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest9824 Posted January 23, 2014 Report Share Posted January 23, 2014 It's our wedding anniversary in the 2nd and our first in oz. is Nobu very very expensive or just very expensive?!! 2nd February Nikki? The Guillaume Brahimi (famous French chef) has a restaurant at the crown too, he does the Food Safari programme here which is great. His French bistro food looks fab! If you and James would like chaperones for the night, we would be free:wink: Peax Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nikkis2000 Posted January 23, 2014 Report Share Posted January 23, 2014 Yep 2nd Feb - celebrated in the US and Canada as Groundhog Day!!!!! Will have to have a look at that one, having just given myself a heart attack at the Nobu prices online. Will see what James says about company but, not only is it our anniversary, we also move into our place on the 1st so it will be our first weekend......alone ;0) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
verystormy Posted January 23, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 23, 2014 Yes it is a bit steep. We spent $481 for two with a cocktail each and a saki at the end of the meal, but no wine. But it was excellent and a great venue for couples - very romantic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
verystormy Posted January 23, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 23, 2014 The menu we had was something like this: 1. A pre starter (literally a large mouthful) of maron on a bed of seaweed 2. Three small pieces of sashimi - dressed in Peruvian spices that looked more like a piece of art. One was a Rottnest scallop. 3. The special dish we requested of Peruvian ceviche. 4. A risotto of seafood 5. A palate cleanser - just a spoonful of passion fruit sorbet 6. A Kobe beef dish with Japanese flavours. 7. Can't remember 8. Three sushi including butter tuna - the most expensive tuna in the world and incredible. 9. Shaved ice with a apricot sauce and a milk sorbet. It was like eating air and very nice 10. A coffee cup of a layered coffee desert. Incredible. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Akasully2 Posted January 23, 2014 Report Share Posted January 23, 2014 10 courses to much for me, getting old means smaller meals more often. did i just say that ?? You sound like a cat. An old cat! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Akasully2 Posted January 23, 2014 Report Share Posted January 23, 2014 "9. Shaved ice with a apricot sauce and a milk sorbet. It was like eating air and very nice". A cheaper alternative....take one ice cube, shave it, mix with a teaspoon of cappacino froth and a blob of jam. Delicious, low calorie alternative. Just like eating air. Cost per serving 2p. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nikkiwd Posted January 23, 2014 Report Share Posted January 23, 2014 sounds like amazing food, must put a meal there on the list of places we want to eat...may take some time to save that kind of money though:err: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest9824 Posted January 24, 2014 Report Share Posted January 24, 2014 The menu we had was something like this:1. A pre starter (literally a large mouthful) of maron on a bed of seaweed 2. Three small pieces of sashimi - dressed in Peruvian spices that looked more like a piece of art. One was a Rottnest scallop. 3. The special dish we requested of Peruvian ceviche. 4. A risotto of seafood 5. A palate cleanser - just a spoonful of passion fruit sorbet 6. A Kobe beef dish with Japanese flavours. 7. Can't remember 8. Three sushi including butter tuna - the most expensive tuna in the world and incredible. 9. Shaved ice with a apricot sauce and a milk sorbet. It was like eating air and very nice 10. A coffee cup of a layered coffee desert. Incredible. Sounds amazing VS but have to admit it would be wasted on me, not a fish/shellfish lover, so the thought of almost raw fish fills me with horror, obviously I'm not a food connoisseur, if it tastes good, has good fresh ingredients and doesn't look like a Picasso on my plate, then I'm in, ohhh and doesn't cost the price of a 4x2 with theatre room! Glad you enjoyed it. I would see the value in eating at the French guys restaurant as French food is my favourite, lots of butter and cream, can't beat it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
portlaunay Posted January 24, 2014 Report Share Posted January 24, 2014 I'm sure it would be amazing but I just couldn't justify spending so much money and as a result I wouldn't enjoy it. There was a time when I liked eating in such places but that was when we lived in London, life was very different and that kind of stuff just doesn't matter to me any more. My two favourite places to eat are Bathers beach foodie market and a little beach cafe on the island of Mahe. Both offer great value food, breathtaking views, service and company that are unbeatable. Sitting on a picnic blanket with good friends, all of us picking different dishes and sharing them out, a bottle of wine, the sun setting over the Indian ocean and the kids running raged in a safe environment, making friends, falling over, eating sand. My kids would be bored stupid in any one of the 26 Nobu restaurants but Bathers beach is pretty much heaven for all of us. I'm glad you enjoyed it VS, if I didn't have children I'd perhaps still be doing the same. I'm sure with the lifestyle you live, being away from home so much, working in what I imagine to be a challenging and uncomfortable environment, coming back here for something so indulgent and luxurious must be well earned. Good on ya, mate! Enjoy whatever makes you happy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
verystormy Posted January 24, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 24, 2014 Thanks guys. We do this now about once a year. We don't go out much in between. So just save the cash for the one splurge. We are both keen on food in a big way. It is a big passion of mine and I am looking at a possibility of making it a career - watch this space! For this one, it was important to have a bit of a good night, as it was my wife's birthday, I am away for valentines and will be doing some VERY long swings this year (may only be home a matter of days). That and once the mortgage payments kick in while still paying rent, treats are going to be non existent for a long time. But, I still highly recommend it if you like sea food or wonder what Kobe beef is like - it is not wagyu. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ktee Posted January 24, 2014 Report Share Posted January 24, 2014 Thanks guys. We do this now about once a year. We don't go out much in between. So just save the cash for the one splurge. We are both keen on food in a big way. It is a big passion of mine and I am looking at a possibility of making it a career - watch this space! For this one, it was important to have a bit of a good night, as it was my wife's birthday, I am away for valentines and will be doing some VERY long swings this year (may only be home a matter of days). That and once the mortgage payments kick in while still paying rent, treats are going to be non existent for a long time. But, I still highly recommend it if you like sea food or wonder what Kobe beef is like - it is not wagyu. Are they those tiny portions or are they quite large. If it was just like a spoonful at each course then I suppose its easier to get through 10 courses. Looking forward to hearing more of your new career, if you want an apprentice chef who is allergic to seafood give me a shout pmsl. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
portlaunay Posted January 24, 2014 Report Share Posted January 24, 2014 Are you going on Masterchef? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
verystormy Posted January 24, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 24, 2014 Are they those tiny portions or are they quite large. If it was just like a spoonful at each course then I suppose its easier to get through 10 courses. Looking forward to hearing more of your new career, if you want an apprentice chef who is allergic to seafood give me a shout pmsl. Most are very small. A few were maybe a bit too big - the Kobe beef was too big. We were at course 4 and worried it would not fill us. Then got to gorse 7 and were worried we couldn't manage it. The one down side is that although the venue is great for romance, you won't feel like it after the meal! If the option comes off, it won't be a restaurant. More a place to buy the best produce that Oz and international has to offer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
verystormy Posted January 24, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 24, 2014 Are you going on Masterchef? Lol. No. Though have thought about it. But, not my thing. I like watching it sometimes - mainly the guest chefs who come in. I am going to try persuading my brother in law to open a branch of his restaurant here though when he visits in April. I think it would be perfect for Perth Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
portlaunay Posted January 24, 2014 Report Share Posted January 24, 2014 Lol. No. Though have thought about it. But, not my thing. I like watching it sometimes - mainly the guest chefs who come in. I am going to try persuading my brother in law to open a branch of his restaurant here though when he visits in April. I think it would be perfect for Perth I'm with you on the Masterchef thing. People are always telling me I should go for it but I can't imagine anything worse than being on the telly. What will your involvement be? Cooking? Management? FoH? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
verystormy Posted January 24, 2014 Author Report Share Posted January 24, 2014 I would be keen on management / sourcing produce. But, I am looking at an option for my own business. Basically sourcing the very best produce across Australia and some international and selling it. Also thinking of including making my own cultured butter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
portlaunay Posted January 25, 2014 Report Share Posted January 25, 2014 I would be keen on management / sourcing produce. But, I am looking at an option for my own business. Basically sourcing the very best produce across Australia and some international and selling it. Also thinking of including making my own cultured butter. That's interesting. Would you make your own yoghurt to add to it then? I've often thought about adding flavourings to butter. I know there are lots of savoury options but some spicy, sweet flavours - cinnamon, nutmeg, lavender, something that goes with a sweet breakfast muffin or pancakes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elfie Posted January 25, 2014 Report Share Posted January 25, 2014 A story about lavender cooking whilst having a few bevvies on a Sunday with friends ............ of whom you promised to cook for :cough: In my youth after a few bevvies on a Sunday morning with friends decided to cook the roast. In my very cheerful self - will not have it said I was tiddly -went to cut some rosemary so I thought for the lamb Yes folks you guessed it I mistakenly took the lavender for the rosemary to say the lamb and roast pots tasted different was an understatement. To this day 20 odd years later I get reminded ............... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest9824 Posted January 25, 2014 Report Share Posted January 25, 2014 A story about lavender cooking whilst having a few bevvies on a Sunday with friends ............ of whom you promised to cook for :cough: In my youth after a few bevvies on a Sunday morning with friends decided to cook the roast. In my very cheerful self - will not have it said I was tiddly -went to cut some rosemary so I thought for the lamb Yes folks you guessed it I mistakenly took the lavender for the rosemary to say the lamb and roast pots tasted different was an understatement. To this day 20 odd years later I get reminded ............... Numpty! ....easily done mind, especially if one is intoxicated...but they are of the same family I think, similar plant! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
portlaunay Posted January 25, 2014 Report Share Posted January 25, 2014 A story about lavender cooking whilst having a few bevvies on a Sunday with friends ............ of whom you promised to cook for :cough: In my youth after a few bevvies on a Sunday morning with friends decided to cook the roast. In my very cheerful self - will not have it said I was tiddly -went to cut some rosemary so I thought for the lamb Yes folks you guessed it I mistakenly took the lavender for the rosemary to say the lamb and roast pots tasted different was an understatement. To this day 20 odd years later I get reminded ............... Bleugh! I bet that was horrid wasn't it? In a similar vein I also had an alcohol induced herbal cooking misadventure but that's about all I'm prepared to say. I don't think there were any long term affects. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest9824 Posted January 25, 2014 Report Share Posted January 25, 2014 Bleugh! I bet that was horrid wasn't it?In a similar vein I also had an alcohol induced herbal cooking misadventure but that's about all I'm prepared to say. I don't think there were any long term affects. Ohhh do telll..did it involve 'special erbs'? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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