Chardanae takes a trip to the ocean, Donovans, St Kilda Foreshore, Melbourne

Donovans

40 Jacka Blvd, St Kilda Foreshore, Victoria

I had had a rough couple of days and really needed to unwind. I find there’s nothing more soothing than the lapping of water on the shore, and a nice view to boot.

Destination Donovans, St Kilda.

It’s like an opulent beach house, with a fine dining feel. Don’t think you can eat here in your beachwear though, a dress code seems like it does apply. Once seated, a wave of calm came over me, and my mind was easily diverted to not the issues of the day, but to all the really important things like what should I eat!

Oysters anyone? Yes, please, and maybe the duck. Of course our eyes were way much bigger than our stomaches, but we did leave with a hazy, lazy smile.

What did we eat?

Oysters Natural, a mix of Tasmanian Pacific and South Australian Smoky Bay coz we wanted a taste-off. Both equally wonderful. Clean and fresh taste of the sea. Roasted whole duck for two with chick pea flour pancakes and endive and watercress salad - make sure you are hungry.

What did we drink?

Mount Horrocks Riesling, Clare Valley, SA. Citrus blossom and spice it is known for. Perfect for the oysters but we were enjoying it so much we thought it an unusual but lovely match for the duck too!

www.cellardor.com.au price $24.13 a bottle. So enjoyable, but award-winning so be quick for this one.

What a lazy way to get happy. The meal served its purpose, and although our wallet was a little lighter for the experience, Donovans shouldn’t be reserved for only special occasions.

Always striving for calm,

Chardanae on location

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