Modern Christmas Dining Ideas in Sydney
Charlotte stared at the tempting platter before her. Tonight’s feast was special – Sydney rock oyster, roasted turkey, blue cheese, Lamington cake and the finest red wine! Her besties, Steve and Holly shared the table, drinking and chatting away merrily...
After a year of challenging work deadlines, the trio deserved to chill, no holds barred! So, as the sound of jingle bells grew louder – Charlotte decided to throw a party for her friends.
Imagine the beautiful chaos when these three come together – ‘food’, ‘fun’ and ‘friends’! Sounds like the perfect Christmas reunion, right?
Indeed, there’s something about the holiday season that transforms us into gluttons. And, being a true foodie, Charlotte was ready to cheat on her diet! Let’s look at the options and dilemma Charlotte faced with Sydney’s most popular offerings…
Sydney — A Melting Pot of Cruises & Flavours
Guilt-free indulgence is an accepted norm for most foodies during Christmas... Especially in a city like Sydney! After all, it’s an undisputed haven of the world's best gourmet dining! All local foods flirt with the taste buds. Every flavour triggers the release of the feel-good hormone ‘dopamine’...
A typical Sydney Christmas feast, therefore, is all about love, merrymaking and mouth-watering cuisines!
Best part is – great food in Sydney can also come with exquisite views. For instance, Sydney Christmas cruises on the beautiful Sydney Harbour promise memorable festive get-togethers. The capital of New South Wales is also adored for her stunning beaches, gardens and several famous cafes and restaurants!
Let us dig into the finest Christmas dining options in Sydney for a rocking Christmas party.
Dining on a Sydney Harbour cruise
Sydney Christmas party cruises embrace the Christmas spirit remarkably!
The experience pampers revellers with a unique blend of delicious food and picturesque views. Reuniting with old friends would never get better. The food served onboard is fresh, so it tastes delicious. Added to the excitement of cruising past iconic landmarks like the Harbour Bridge and the Opera House, group dining on this cruise is absolutely captivating.
Bring your friends along and choose from these excellent, climate-controlled vessels. Be it an authentic paddlewheeler, luxury catamaran or glass boat – enjoy the warmest hospitality onboard.
Certain cruises have open decks to offer cruisers spectacular 360° views of the Sydney Harbour waterfront. Numerous photo ops on the cruises let you capture these precious moments with your family, set against scenic backgrounds!
Alongside great food and views and entertainment onboard some of these cruises add to the party thrill!
Classic Sydney Rock Oysters
The Sydney rock oyster is a foodie’s favourite. No wonder, it is often the main attraction at Christmas parties in Sydney. The Sydney rock oyster has a rich, lasting taste that imparts it a distinct charm. No other variety of oysters tastes as heavenly as rock oysters.
Raw or roasted, this Sydney delicacy appeals to hundreds of food-lovers. At times, chefs leave them shallow-fried, mostly with a beautiful, copper-like finish!
Partygoers prefer relishing it with bacon or fine wine. Sometimes, pairing it with Worcestershire sauce also works wonders at a typical Christmassy table.
Treat your favourite buddies to the best Sydney rock oysters from cafes at the Circular Quay or other seafood cafes in Sydney.
Royal Christmas dinner with ‘Barramundi’
The ‘barrramundi’ is another local delicacy fit for a Christmas party table in Sydney. Barramundi is a hardy fish species. Besides being yummy, this seafood is extremely nutritious. Barramundi contains Omega-3 fatty acids that are great for cardiovascular health. They are devoid of any artificially added hormones or antibiotics. Naturally, it is rich in lean proteins which make it a popular and healthy option for a Christmassy spread! Also, it is impossible to overcook it. So this is a festive dish that can never disappoint food-lovers. Make sure you explore this fantastic food this Christmas.
Cafes at Darling Harbour City, Pyrmont, etc. are among the best places for an authentic barramundi-special X’mas platter.
Luscious ‘Lamington Cake’ desserts
Last but not the least, give in to that sweet tooth craving, with a luscious Lamington cake. Christmas fiesta is incomplete without a generous serving of desserts!
Lamington cake is a traditional dessert of Sydney. This cake is a butter cake or simply a vanilla sponge cake that’s dipped in chocolate sauce. Next, it is carefully wrapped with desiccated coconut. Sometimes, an inner layer of cream or jam might be present in a Lamington cake, which enhances its taste.
There are plenty of local coffee shops and restaurants in Sydney that serve this nostalgic delicacy.
A few cafes in Sydney replace the traditional sponge core for substitutes like caramel cake or chocolate mud cake!
Contemporary Christmas dining options in Sydney are worth experiencing — Charlotte did, how about you?
Sydney Christmas cruises
