Having a disappointing evening at Quay, I debated a number of properties the following night in Canberra (yes, we’re the weirdos who didn’t fly between Sydney and Melbourne) and finally came up with Sage. The main reason? Besides the fantastic reviews, it was located on Batman Street — no, I’m not kidding. I hoped the tasting menu would be an ideal experience for a chilly winter evening (or, at least cold by my Dubai standards). Warmly greeted by the staff, I noticed the restaurant was relatively busy for a random Tuesday night (with a run of guests including a large party on the outdoor patio, couples, girlfriends and a family or two thrown in). Ready to settle in for the chef’s choice 5-course menu, I was unexpectedly and happily surprised with the majority of the menu. In fact, the Yellow Fin Tuna, turned out to be one of my favorite dishes…
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