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INTIMATE DINING: CLOSE ENCOUNTERS
Close encounters
If you’re seeking secluded spaces where small gatherings of guests can mingle and dine in tranquil surrounds, these elegant, intimate venues provide the perfect escape.
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NSW
The Cellars by Navarra, Curzon Hall
From mosaic ceilings and balconies to grand gardens, Curzon Hall, in Sydney, is a spectacular venue. The white sandstone castle is situated on two-and-a-half acres of land, with cellars underneath it featuring five unique and stylish rooms, a mosaic-tiled bar, an ornate wrought iron wine display, ambient lighting, and a grand king table.
Every corner of The Cellars at Curzon Hall has a distinctive surprise for guests to enjoy, including a wine tasting room, gallery and grazing table. This fantastic space is ideal for specialty events such as wine launches. “Surprise your guests and await their gasps of astonishment inside The Cellars underneath Curzon Hall castle,” says Sal Navarra, CEO of Navarra. “This space is sure to transform any event into a joyous occasion filled with laughing, connections and magic.”
navarravenues.com.au/small/the-cellars
Botero Boardroom, Restaurant Hubert
Experience the allure of Botero Boardroom at Restaurant Hubert in Sydney’s CBD – a private enclave inspired by the works of Colombian artist and sculptor, the late Fernando Botero. Perfect for intimate gatherings up to 10 guests, this dimly lit space is adorned with framed prints of the artist’s work, offering an exclusive setting for private lunches, celebrations and late-night suppers. Guests can savour Restaurant Hubert’s Les Plats Royaux dishes – including boeuf en croûte and pied de cochon – while enjoying the art and ambiance.
swillhouse.com/venues/restaurant-hubert
The Elizabeth Suite, Oatlands Estate
Amid a beautiful garden oasis of lush greenery and the sounds of nature, you’ll find elegant French manor Oatlands Estate. Upon ascending the manor’s winding staircase, guests are greeted by the elegant Parisian-inspired interior of The Elizabeth Suite. This sophisticated space boasts sweeping vistas of the golf course and surrounding landscapes, and has French double doors opening to a cocktail terrace with abundant natural light, petite chandeliers and original timber panelling for intimate gatherings. The Elizabeth Suite seats 20 or more guests and exudes exclusivity and opulence.
“This space is a unique gem,” says Marie Florio, Navarra’s managing director. “You’ll feel you have escaped Sydney and entered the beautiful European countryside. While the room is private, you have the surrounding balcony that helps you feel connected to nature. It’s the perfect spot to enjoy at any time of the day.”
navarravenues.com.au/small/elizabeth-suite
Salon Privé, O Bar and Dining
O Bar and Dining’s Salon Privé is one of Sydney’s most unique private dining rooms. Perched 47 floors above the CBD, this stunning room boasts spectacular 360-degree views of the Harbour City through floor-to-ceiling windows. With capacity up to 24 guests, its bespoke menus and butler service ensure an intimate and flawless private dining experience for any corporate or social occasion.
obardining.com.au/private-dining
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SA
Symphony, Sofitel Adelaide
Symphony is perched above the city skyline on level nine of Sofitel Adelaide. It is a sophisticated event space offering French elegance and vintage charm, and it boasts sweeping views that stretch from picturesque Adelaide Hills, through the bustling cityscape to the captivating coast.
Symphony is highly adaptable and can accommodate up to 45 guests banquet style. Designed for versatility, it can be divided into halves (Rosé and Merlot) or quarters (Bordeaux, Blanc, Noir and Rouge) allowing for intimate event spaces.
Symphony benefits from the gastronomic delights of Garçon Bleu, which is adjacent to the event space. The culinary team can put together bespoke menus to suit your event, featuring reimagined French cuisine created using a regionally inspired and seasonally influenced approach.
www.sofiteladelaide.com.au/ meetings-events/symphony
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QLD
The Kanpai Room, Yamagen, QT Gold Coast
Yamagen, at QT Gold Coast, offers a cool and casual izakaya informal drink-and-dine vibe combined with culinary discipline and refined flavours. It is new-generation Japanese dining for discerning guests. From the kitchen and bar, tradition and invention are hand-rolled with market-fresh sashimi and intricate sushi sensations. Sip from the whisky and saké collection and sample cocktails in this low-lit showcase of Tokyo chic.
The semi-private, dreamily intimate The Kanpai Room offers guests a memorable dining experience with an Omakase menu. Designed to evoke the hustle and bustle of a Tokyo restaurant, the open-closed ambience is a private enclave enriched with aroma of the robata grill.
In keeping with Japanese tradition, guests begin in the bar to a boisterous “Kanpai!” (cheers!) before being led between curtains to an evening of izakaya dining guided by executive chef Adam Lane.
Small Print, Print Hall
Nestled within the historic walls of Print Hall, Small Print is a hidden gem in the heart of Perth. A unique blend of tranquillity and sophistication, this boutique wine bar offers an intimate space away from urban clamour, and is an ideal location for corporate functions.
Small Print’s ambiance is characterised by its understated elegance. It is perfect for fostering meaningful conversations and connections. A smorgasbord of world-class wines and charcuterie awaits guests, promising a gastronomic delight to complement any corporate event. The venue is located at St Georges Terrace, in the Perth CBD. Whether you’re looking to do business, celebrate a milestone, or simply unwind after a long day, Small Print provides a delightful escape.
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WA
Flour & Fire
Flour & Fire provides authentic Italian private dinner experiences in Perth. Chef Valerio Fantinelli has a passion for traditional methods and artisanal food. As well as baking his own bread and making cured meats and cheese, he works with the best ingredients from his personal garden or local producers in Western Australia. He welcomes guests in an alfresco dining room he built with his own hands using natural materials such as limestone, recycled wood and volcanic rocks from Italy to create an interactive dining experience full of character and history.
The venue started as a catering business in 2015, and in 2018, upon completion of the dining space, it focused on private dining. Its limited available dates sell out quickly, with the restaurant operating from October until May, with a different menu for each season.
