Reviewed by Georgia Cassimatis
With its name originating from the Latin word ‘ternarius’: ‘consisting
of three elements’, this Grill Wok Wine restaurant is fast becoming a
well-known joint to meet, eat and drink. Not only that, but it is a place
to customise whatever social occasion is so desired: a get together
with friends? Intimate dinner for two? Somewhere fun for the family?
Corporate gig?
This large, modern hidden gem in the heart of Darling Harbour
ensconced in an impressive chic glass lined venue, with a kitsch
lounge area, coupled with an outdoor St Tropez style ‘poolside’
veranda feels as though you’re in a Vogue Living magazine.
At the helm of its recent launch, as it continues to win awards and
torpedo up the Trip Advisor ladder, is Director of Culinary, Anthony
Flowers, renowned for his success at Sydney restaurants Ad Lib
Bistro Pymble/Double Bay, Berowra Waters Inn and Forty One.
With a food philosophy of top quality produce sourced locally and
internationally Flowers has devised three kitchens to customise
those tastebuds: The Grill Kitchen, Asian Kitchen and the Wine Bar.
Tonight after dining in the Orange Lounge sipping the Cocktail of the
Month: the Bulb Intentions: overflowing with cognac, vermouth and
pineapple, we opted for fine dining at The Grill and devoured the
much talked about Tomahawk: cape grim grass fed angus with
potatoes and spinach, and what ended up being my favourite the
Pulled Peppered Beef in Crispy paster with water chestnuts and
tamarind jam. Never one to miss out on dessert we had to try the
Apple Martini dessert: warm apple compote, cinnamon ice cream and
biscuit crunch. Not ready to go home yet, we decided to take our
Heggies Botrytis Riesling, which was expertly paired with our feast,
to the St Tropez style banana lounges outside to sip our tipple under
umbrellas while enjoying the sparkling views of the city nightlife.
A one stop shop for all tastebuds and culinary desires, this 600
people venue caters for any event: from formal to cocktail,
celebratory or corporate and with its mantra: ‘The Best Things In Life
Are Meant To Be Shared’ this sophisticated, family friendly
restaurant with a touch of chic is one place to feast your eyes on.
Open Seven Days.
For more information check out: www.theternary.com.au
Location: Inside Novotel Sydney on Darling Harbour, Level 1, 100 Murray St, Pyrmont, NSW 2009