Time bends and flavours transcend in this culinary odyssey presented by Science Gallery Melbourne for the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival 2025.
Set within our latest exhibition, SCI-FI Mythologies Transformed, this premium 3-course dining experience will blur the lines between Asian Fusion and Australian Native Ingredients in the ultimate Asian-Austral Feast.
Curated by an all-female team, led by Head Chef Debra Smith, and wines by indigenous winery Munda Wines, guests will be welcomed with a smoking ceremony before journeying to new futures and imaginary realms with a menu designed to inspect the interplay of science and culture.
Step into our otherworldly, exhibition dining space, where science fiction merges with ancient philosophies and spiritual traditions.
Surrounded by mesmerizing artworks that challenge perceptions of time and culture, you'll embark on a three-course adventure that mirrors the exhibition's exploration of parallel worlds and interdimensional travel.
The evening will culminate in a private exploration of the exhibition where guests will discover how each course has influenced their culinary journey.
Inclusions:
Smoking Ceremony
Access to a private gallery viewing of SCI-FI: Mythologies Transformed with curator tour
Cocktails & Canapes
3 course plated menu (entrée, main, dessert)
Selection of premium wines supplied by Munda Wines
Selection of non-alcoholic beverages
MENU - Catered by Atlantic Group.
Each course is inspired by an object on display within the exhibition SCI-FI: Mythologies Transformed.
Canapés and cocktails inspired by Paradox of Paradise
Davidson’s plum meat fruit
Mud crab doughnuts
Marteani: Blak Brews-infused cocktail offering a distinctive twist on the classic martini.
Strawberry with mandarin and rosemary infusion
Entrée inspired by The Red Silk of Fate
Crispy Chinese pork belly
Main inspired by Mok Mok Murrup Yakuwa
Paperbark-smoked Murray River cod
Dessert inspired by Celestial Harmonies
Coconut orb with matcha volcanic soil and native mint
DRINKS
A selection of premium wines from Indigenous winemakers Munda Wines, Four Pillars Bandwagon Gin (non-alcoholic), non-alcoholic beers and a variety of juices and soft drinks.
Menu, wines and cocktails may change dependent upon seasonality.
Please note this is a strictly over 18+ event.
Due to the bespoke nature of this menu, this event is not suitable for those with allergies.
Presented for the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival 2025.
