Joseph's at The Mansion Hotel & Spa at Werribee Park

LOCATION
About half an hour’s drive from Melbourne CBD.

PROFILED BY DEGOOTS MEDIA
Josephs is brimming with sophistication and elegance from the smart décor to the carefully cultivated cuisine. Walk through the dark mahogany doors into a stylish realm where dark leather chairs encircle white-clad tables and sheer coloured curtains billow in the breeze. Moody lighting sets the tone come nightfall, so perch yourself at the bar for a drink or two, and woo your sweetheart with a shared snack of lavosh with chicken liver parfait, cumquat marmalade, and stilton cheese crumbs.

The restaurant offers modern European cuisine with an emphasis on local produce, together with over 200 wines from a carefully composed list. Start lightly with the salmon ceviche, avocado, grapefruit and coriander. Then perhaps move onto the braised lamb navarin with mustard pomme puree and spring vegetables. Finish with one of Pastry Chefs Lisa Mcabe’s tantalizing creations like the chocolate and hazelnut tart, with crème fraiche ice-cream and chocolate brandy snap. It is rich and indulgent and will leave you yearning for more.

Lisa McCabe will soon become a household name.... and after feasting upon her sweet works of art you’ll be asking yourself Adriano Zumbo who? A 5th generation baker/pastry chef, Lisa grew up in the grain belt of Victoria, where she mastered the art of baking with her grandmother. She treats pastry as the pinnacle of the dining experience, an item to be remembered and enchanted by.

Epicures, food appreciators and ravenous souls – if you’re looking for a fine dining experience in a relaxed environment with stunning views of a Paterre garden to match, look no further.

FUNCTIONS
The Mansion Hotel & Spa has a range of private dining options for varying sized groups. The Library, reminiscent of a modern Gentleman’s Club, with its dark, rich decor is ideal for intimate affairs. There is also a modern Pavilion overlooking the Polo field for larger functions. Each space provides a unique dining environment to celebrate in privacy.