Sydney Degustation Dinner by Luke Nguyen - For 2
Highlights & inclusions
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September 2026
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What you can expect
Discover a 90 minute degustation dinner for two at Botanic House, tucked within Sydney's Royal Botanic Garden with glimpses of the harbour beyond. Curated by acclaimed chef Luke Nguyen, the signature tasting menu celebrates the vibrant flavours of South East Asia, built on premium Australian produce and native ingredients.
Served share style, the menu carries you through a run of expertly crafted dishes, from fresh seafood and delicate small plates to rich, slow cooked mains and a decadent dessert to finish. Each course arrives with a matched wine chosen to lift its flavours, while tea and coffee round off the evening. Set against the greenery of one of the city's most iconic gardens, this is dining designed to be lingered over, an elegant evening for food lovers and special occasions alike. Settle in, raise a glass and let each course unfold at its own unhurried pace, with refined cooking and an iconic garden setting to enjoy from start to finish.
Location
What you need to know
- 90 minute degustation dinner for two
- Signature tasting menu to share
- Matching wine for each course
- Tea and coffee
- Please allow 90 minutes for the experience duration.
- This experience takes place at Botanic House, 1 Mrs Macquaries Road, Royal Botanic Garden Sydney, Sydney, NSW 2000.
- Amuse-bouche:
- Goi Cuon Ga Nuong - roll-your-own turmeric and lemongrass grilled chicken with rice paper, vermicelli and fresh herbs (GF)
- Shared snacks and entrée:
- Seared scallop - spring onion, nuoc cham, cashews and sea bite
- Muc Rang Muoi - salt and pepper squid with lemon myrtle and a zesty lemon pepper dipping sauce
- Sot Canh Chua - Hiramasa kingfish crudo in a sweet and sour dressing (GF)
- Shared mains:
- Ca Kho Hanoi - caramelised salmon with choy sum, cauliflower blossom, tomato, chilli and lime (GF)
- Slow-braised beef short rib - star anise, lemongrass, zucchini and warrigal greens (GF)
- Dessert:
- Banh Flan Tran Chau - Vietnamese coffee crème caramel with boba pearls and vanilla ice cream (GF)
- Matching wines:
- 23 Gustavshof 'Trocken' Riesling, Dittelsheim, Rheinhessen, Germany
- 22 L&C Poitout Chardonnay, Petit Chablis, Burgundy, France
- 23 Holm Oak 'Estate' Pinot Noir, Coal River Valley, Tasmania
- Saigon Jasmine - Jasmine tea, coconut, boba pearls, cinnamon
- NV Equipo Navazos Pedro Ximinez, Jerez, Spain
- OR No-lo pairing:
- Zeitgeist Non-Alc Riesling, Rüdesheim, Germany
- NON 3 - Yuzu and Citrus, Victoria
- Botanic Iced Tea - green rose tea, raspberry, mint and cloudy apple
- Saigon Jasmine - jasmine tea, coconut, boba pearls and cinnamon
- Smart casual attire.
- Participants must be 18 years and over as this experience involves alcohol; photo ID may be required
- This voucher is valid for two people
- Chilli, soy and garlic allergies cannot be accommodated as these ingredients feature in multiple dishes and marinades
- Not available on NSW public holidays
- Not available on selected special event dates including Christmas Day, Valentine's Day and Mother's Day
- Smart casual attire is required
- Tables can be held for up to 15 minutes for late arrivals, please contact the experience provider if you are running late
- After Royal Botanic Garden gate closure, access is via Henry Lawson Gate only
- Change your booking up to 48 hours before the start time of your experience
- Changes are not permitted within 48 hours of your experience
- Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
- Mobile Vouchers are accepted! - Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
- Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
- We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements
