My beautiful friend, Michelle. Had booked a special surprise for me for my 30th Birthday celebration. For months and months we had been talking about a kooky little restaurant we had both be dying to try. I was elated when she told me we were going.
In the car we hoped and drove up to Nelson Bay.
Nelson Bay is a good 2.5 hour drive north of Sydney, If your looking for a great weekend road trip - I suggest you leave on a Friday and stop off along the way at Avoca (Central Coast) then Newcastle, or just head straight up north and enjoy the magnificent surrounds of Port Stephens.
Ritual is a concept restaurant that mixes technology, culinary art, science and passion into a find dining, intimate experience like no other.
When I say intimate, I mean it - only 10 guests dine per night. This enhances the experience, the socialising and the atmosphere.
First thing first, you MUST book in advance - this is not a restaurant where you can just show up and get a table. You can sign up via the website - www.ritualcuisine.com.au There is a questionnaire form to fill out the allows the Chef to gain insight into your taste preference.
When you get there, don't expect a waterfront OTT venue. it is modest and cosy and exceptionally perfect for the concept.
I'm not going to give too much away - but pre-pair to have everything you thought about food, turned on its side. Things are not quite as they seem! And it will be one of the most tasty experience you will ever have! You will water liquid transform into solid in front of your eyes, you will spray heavenly scented mist that tastes like strawberry, you will confuse your brain with fairy-floss that tastes of rosemary and garlic!
Thank you Michelle for this amazing experience!
