The Grill at Duxton Hotel

 Sumptuous Sandwich selection: Ham, Brie and baby spinach 

    Smoked Salmon, Goats cheese, Basil and cherry tomato

Feeling slightly pekish as the waiter in his suit serves us the three-tiered indulgence, I could not wait any longer. Undecisive on where to start, I had a quick scan of the High Tea Menu.  I quickly grabbed the smoked salmon on the bottom tier for the sandwich starter. My plan was to eat my way up and yes! I'm going for gold. After the first bite I thought Duxton hotel had lived up to its name. It sure is one of the best places for High Tea's in Perth. For $28 per person you get a selection of sweet and savoury delectables to share and a bottomless pot of tea. Indeed, I agree it is a "Luxury High Tea fit for a Queen".

Strawberry Tartlet with Custard

Tier two was the sweets, and this is where I lingered the longest. Not because I ate too slow, but the deserts were too good not to savour slowly.  My favourites were the strawberry tartlet and the chocolate custard. It is definitely one of the best tartlets I have ever tried. The pastry was light and airy, and the custard was as smooth as silk. I was in heaven.

Savoury Scones and Banana-flavoured muffins

After minutes of chats, laughter and High Tea appreciation I was ready for the last stop. The scones were still warm and soft. It  was definitely a good ending to a two hour food marathon. Love the High Tea in Duxton, the service is impeccable and the surrounds are very classy. Ladies this is a must-try if you would like to have afternoon of High Tea delight!

                                          

Three-tiered High Tea Indulgence

The Grill at Duxton Hotel

1 Georges Terrace, Perth WA 6000‎

Telephone: 9261-8000

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Cuisine Type: European

Capacity: 100 seats

Website: The Grill

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Average Price: Standard High Tea $28.00 per person

                       Sparkling High Tea $38.00 per person

Payment: EFTPos, Cash

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Sun Sai Kai

Combination Chow Mein ($9.50)

Do not underestimate the food available at food courts because Sun Sai Kai is one of the few good ones I have tried. I ordered a Combination Chow Mein, the mix stir fried vegetables and crispy noodles was a delight to the tongue. The presentation was appetizing and the taste was just immaculate. The beef was very tender and cooked the traditional way , not salty with just the right amount of sauce. I did not order the ready made food on the counter as I cannot guarantee its freshness. So although we had to wait for the food, it came out hot and steaming! Service was fast, and with the plethora of other options around the food court I was happy to have made this choice! 

Sun Sai Kai

1st Floor Food Court, Centro Galleria

Monday-Friday  9am to 5:30pm

Thursday       9am to 9pm

Saturday       9am to 5pm

Telephone: 9375-3228 (Centre Management Office)

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Cuisine Type: Chinese
Capacity: Food Court Seats
Average Price: $9.00
Payment: EFTPos, Cash

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Sumo Salad

I have been eating out a lot lately and I wanted to cut out the guilt so I tried a healthier alternative.. a Sumo Salad! Not very sumo as I have expected as the serving is quite small. I ordered a Moroccan Lamb salad and I was only half full after the meal. On the contrary, the salad is quite rich with the Moroccan sauce and an intricate mix of non traditional ingredients in a salad such as chickpeas and pumpkin. I can savor the spices used such as coriander, turmeric, cinnamon and a hint of chili. It was very tasty and a unique reinvention of salads. The only thing was the lamb that was meant to be served hot was a bit cold and the salads were not crisply fresh. I have tried Sumo before but it was better on my first attempt. I believe that the salad was a bit too dear for its ingredients. They have a lot more options like Chicken Ceasar, Spicy Prawns and Thai Beef which may be worth trying. 

1st Floor Food Court, Centro Galleria

Monday-Friday  9am to 5:30pm

Thursday       9am to 9pm

Saturday       9am to 5pm

Telephone: 9375-3228 (Centre Management Office)

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Cuisine Type: Vegetarian
Capacity: Food Court Seats

Website: http://sumosalad.com/

Email: customerservice@sumosalad.com

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Average Price: $8.45 (Sml), $9.45(Reg)
Payment: EFTPos, Cash

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Vans Sidewalk Cafe

Very refreshing watermelon juice.

What can I say? Vans Cafe is a product of the chef's culinary expertise for Mediterranean-Asian food. It was nice to sit at Vans for breakfast or afternoon tea along the high cultured corners of Cottesloe. I tried a spanish chorizo and goats cheese and freshly squeezed watermelon. The serving size is very small but taste is divine. This is where quality over quantity rings true. There are lots more specialties on Vans menu such as Duck spring rolls, Zucchini Fritter with Mint, Roasted Pork Belly and the house specialty, Paella with Rabbit.

I like the clocks with different shapes!

Vans is exquisitely designed and very relaxing, it has a warmth about it and quite a good place to chill out. They offer free internet so it will be handy for business people, students and pro-bloggers like me. Been here before for breakfast and the food is just magnificent, their award winning cuisines are but an understatement. However, the dishes are premiumly priced but worth it. Good service, great ambience and superb food.

1 Napoleon St, Cottesloe WA 6011

(08) 9384 0696

Telephone: 9384-0696

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Cuisine Type: Mediterranean

Capacity: 70~80 seats

Website: None

Average Price: $24.00

Payment: Visa, Debit, Cash

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South Ocean

Chrysanthemum Pu-erh Chinese Tea 

Tea is an essential element of Chinese food. We ordered Chrysanthemum Puerh tea, a mix of dried flowers and post-fermented leaf tea that is important to wash away the oils. 

Mince Beef Fried Noodle

 Salted Fish and Chicken Fried Rice

South Ocean Chinese Restaurant is an old establishment but still a local favourite. We went there during Chinese New Year hence the restuarant was so full I could hardly breathe. South Ocean offers a variety of Chinese food and friends have recommended me to try this restaurant as the Singaporean Crab Noodles is good. However i did not feel too daring at this time I ordered a Salted Fish and Chicken Fried Rice as well as Minced Beef Fried Noodle instead. The Salted fish fried rice was as good as i remembered- one of the best fried rice I have had. The minced beef fried noodle was not the best though, the noodles needed a bit of love. It was quite hard and a bit oily. Overall this restaurant is perfect for a group gathering so you can sample a variety of Chinese delicacies. Will come back to try the Singapore Crab for sure.  

South Ocean Chinese Restaurant

17 South St, Kardinya WA 6163

Opening Time

7 days a week, 10am to 10pm

Telephone: 9337-2000

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Cuisine Type: Chinese

BYO: Wine and beer only

Capacity: 80 seats

Website: None

Average Price: $15.00

Payment: Credit card, EFTPos

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