The following night, we went to a very well-known place with Julie, Roger, Willy and Joose: Da Ping Huo, one of the first private kitchens around. In many ways, it's quite the opposite of the previous night's Club Qing. Rather spacious, it comes across as more like a restaurant. The minimalist decor too, contrasts sharply with the other's warm wooden feel. And the food? Spicy and strong Sichuan compared to the more subtle Cantonese flavours. Different, but just as good! Plus a touch of theatre, with the chef herself coming out at the end of the meal to serenade diners.
Inspired by these private kitchens, Bubs and Babes (well, Bubs anyway, as Babes doesn't know about this yet) will be opening an eatery in our townhouse. Perhaps Babes does the cooking, while I entertain diners with Broadway or Sinatra numbers. Or Babes performs for them while I prepare such culinary delights as Exotic Wok-tossed Basmati (aka Fried Rice) or Jade Treasures Splashed with Aphrodisiac Essence (aka Lettuce with Oyster Sauce). But like the mysterious Zingara Cucina which is causing such a buzz in Melbourne (dunno real or not, maybe bluff people one), reservations will be by invitation only...
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