Dave and I headed in to the city. Danna had prepared a list of must-try restaurants for us to dine at before the film at 9pm. Top of the list was Coda. Below street level just off Flinders Lane. As we walked down the cobbles to the entrance there were 2 seat s left at the bar. Just for us. The food is described as French-Vietnamese, although the chef himself would describe it more as a long term relationship with good produce, blending an appreciation of local produce, a love of Asian cuisine and a nod to Europe. I think we must always nod to Europe. They specialise in small plates of sensational flavours. The guy behind the bar suggested that he choose a selection for us and we gratefully accepted. And there ensued plate after plate of exquisiteness. Perfect choices.
Quail Lettuce Cup
Ha noi style crisp rice paper rolls with nuom choc
Eggplant and Tofu Lettuce delight
Roasted scallop with pearl tapioca and champagne sabyon
Spanner crap with roasted chilli and betel leaf
Amazing.
Then we went to the Forum to see a festival film, The Kid with a Bike. A belgian film. Seeing a film at the Forum is the complete cinematic experience. Very grand.
It was a story of youthful enthusiasm betrayed. The kid with a bike was an amazing young actor. It was one of those films which didn't even feel acted. It felt as though we were voyeurs looking in on someone's life as it unfolded. Excellent. Excruciating in its emotional journey.
http://miff.com.au/films/view?film_id=122288
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