Ferran Adrià’s “Family Meals” at Geralds Bar

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I had a chance to skim through this book the other day while I was having a glass (or two) at Geralds Bar in Carlton, and I wanted it straight away.

While Ferran Adrià is perhaps better known for his work at the, now defunct, elBulli, when I saw a documentary about the restaurant recently, what struck me most was not the foams, the fossilised bits, the tweezers or the stunning quality of the produce. What struck me was that the restaurant staff sat down together to eat, once a day. These meals are know as “family meals” and are the inspiration for this book.

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This newly released book details 31 menus over 384 pages, with 1500 photographs showing you the tips and techniques to prepare the food. It’s a visual encyclopaedia of the techniques taught and used in his kitchens, to make these satisfying, seasonal meals.

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You can watch a video of Ferran talking about the book over on the Phaidon site.

And on the 18th October at Geralds Bar $70 will get you a meal based on one from the book and your own copy to take home (RRP $59.95) (drinks extra).

The meal will be:-

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Sound good?

Bookings: Phone Gerald’s Bar on 9349 4748

386 Rathdowne Street,
Carlton North VIC 3054

Sorry, but due to the nature of this event we cannot vary the menu. Please call before booking if you have any questions about the menu.

Ferran Adrià’s “Family Meals” at Geralds Bar

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