Mister Percy, a Mediterranean-style wine bar and kitchen has opened in the designer boutique hotel, Ovolo 1888 at Darling Harbour Pyrmont.
Mister Percy Pyrmont
Named after Percy Ewart, a former wool classer at the original wool-store who also made his mark by etching his name in the sandstone building, Mister Percy offers both a menu and wine and drinks list inspired by countries surrounding the Mediterranean.
Sydney interior designers, Luchetti Krelle have melded vintage decor with the contemporary to create an eclectic bistro-style aesthetic with an old world meets new with with an assortment of antique, classic and modern pieces from around the world such as France, Italy, and the US, and a mix of materials such as plush fabrics, leather, marble and cane.
Renowned Sydney Chef, Justin North (ex Hotel Centennial), has collaborated with Ovolo Hotels and Head Chef Luca Guiotto (ex-A Tavola, Catalina) to develop a coastal European menu showcasing Mediterranean flavours and techniques, anchored by seasonal and mainly local produce.
The menu at Mister Percy is designed to enjoy with a glass in hand (or quartino (250ml pours) and includes a selection of skewered snacks or pinchos, small and larger share-style dishes and Australian artisan cheeses, such as Holy Goat and Pyengana.
Signature plates include Citrus-cured Hiramasa Kingfish with Horseradish Yoghurt, Verjuice and Carasau Bread, Gnochetti with Zucchini, Cime di Rapa, Fine Herbs, Chilli and Grana Padano and pinchos such as Manchego, Prosciutto and Picholine Olives or Crushed Broad Beans, Bocconcini, Sage and Lemon Croute. Vegetarian options available, such as Tortelli of local haloumi, watercress, and lemon with broccoli puree.
Ovolo Hotel’s Group Wine Curator, Shun Eto, has collaborated with Justin and Luca to curate the 100-strong list mainly of Mediterranean-style wines and varietals. In keeping with Mediterranean style, many of the wines are offered by quartino and have been chosen to closely match the mod-Med menu.
Mister Percy’s cocktails share the same European flavour so expect a great Negroni or Aperol spritz plus a strong selection of aperitifs and digestifs. Craft beer is sourced locally with New South Wales favourites Young Henry’s and Murray’s, whilst also offering a selection of European beers such as Moritz Lager and Peroni.
Mister Percy is open seven days a week for lunch and dinner
Mister Percy
139 Murray Street, Pyrmont
02 8586 1888
www.misterpercy.com.au
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