http://www.deckhousewoolwich.com.au
Twitter: #deckhousebrunch
Head Chef Samantha Lockery has worked with Neil Perry at Wockpool, Serge Dansereau at the Bathers Pavillion, Kylie Kwong of Billy Kwong and catering companies such as Belinda Franks
Thanks to Denea Buckingham from Gourmet Rabbit for inviting me to the Social Media Brunch at Deckhouse. I’ve often heard of the suburb Woolwich but have never had the opportunity to discover it’s grand old-money properties with leafy streets of well-established trees. Deckhouse has only been open for nine months and its spacious interiors and surrounding deck take full advantage of an excellent panoramic water view towards the Sydney Harbour Bridge. The river outlook reminds me of Berowra Waters Inn but thankfully with air conditioning except if you’re sitting around the side verandah where it can get uncomfortably hot and glary during a sunny day.
The waterfront views combined with a well-experienced head chef sets a high standard for an attractive function and dining experience location. Starting with a Jansz sparkling at 10.30 am might be considered a bit early for some so a decent Cappuccino ($3.90) requiring no sugar was also available. A rich depth of fruit flavours were appreciated in the Fruit and yoghurt topped with granola but perhaps some extra fresh fruit and seasonal berries would have been a nice addition. A platter of Field mushroom and feta tart was flavoursome with a light and crispy pastry as hoped. A good combination of flavours was had in the Peppered soft shell crab, pickled cucumber, red radish and round mint although the soft shell crab might have retained more of its crunchy light batter if separated on top of the well-presented dish. A few homemade treats from YiaYia’s kitchen (Managing Director’s mum) were also on offer including Pastizzio and delightfully thin Spanakopita.
An interesting combination of ingredients in the Prawn, peach and peri peri salad seemed to work well and I’m glad the quality prawns were properly deveined. The Haloumi cheese with smoked apple and olives also came with sultanas or raisins I believe. The haloumi was tasty although bordered on slightly squeaky which might have been due to not devouring it quickly enough upon being served. Orange juice ($5) and other juices don't seem to be available as freshly squeezed which would be more preferable to my liking. For those with a sweeter tooth the Mocha ($4.20) or Chai Vanilla Latte ($4.20) would probably serve you well. For those who still had stomach space the Individual mini tempura fish and fat chips fit the bill which were thinly battered and cooked to a nice crispness.
SNAPSHOT REVIEW:
Head Chef Samantha Lockery has worked with Neil Perry at Wockpool, Serge Dansereau at the Bathers Pavillion, Kylie Kwong of Billy Kwong and catering companies such as Belinda Franks
Thanks to Denea Buckingham from Gourmet Rabbit for inviting me to the Social Media Brunch at Deckhouse. I’ve often heard of the suburb Woolwich but have never had the opportunity to discover it’s grand old-money properties with leafy streets of well-established trees. Deckhouse has only been open for nine months and its spacious interiors and surrounding deck take full advantage of an excellent panoramic water view towards the Sydney Harbour Bridge. The river outlook reminds me of Berowra Waters Inn but thankfully with air conditioning except if you’re sitting around the side verandah where it can get uncomfortably hot and glary during a sunny day.
The waterfront views combined with a well-experienced head chef sets a high standard for an attractive function and dining experience location. Starting with a Jansz sparkling at 10.30 am might be considered a bit early for some so a decent Cappuccino ($3.90) requiring no sugar was also available. A rich depth of fruit flavours were appreciated in the Fruit and yoghurt topped with granola but perhaps some extra fresh fruit and seasonal berries would have been a nice addition. A platter of Field mushroom and feta tart was flavoursome with a light and crispy pastry as hoped. A good combination of flavours was had in the Peppered soft shell crab, pickled cucumber, red radish and round mint although the soft shell crab might have retained more of its crunchy light batter if separated on top of the well-presented dish. A few homemade treats from YiaYia’s kitchen (Managing Director’s mum) were also on offer including Pastizzio and delightfully thin Spanakopita.
An interesting combination of ingredients in the Prawn, peach and peri peri salad seemed to work well and I’m glad the quality prawns were properly deveined. The Haloumi cheese with smoked apple and olives also came with sultanas or raisins I believe. The haloumi was tasty although bordered on slightly squeaky which might have been due to not devouring it quickly enough upon being served. Orange juice ($5) and other juices don't seem to be available as freshly squeezed which would be more preferable to my liking. For those with a sweeter tooth the Mocha ($4.20) or Chai Vanilla Latte ($4.20) would probably serve you well. For those who still had stomach space the Individual mini tempura fish and fat chips fit the bill which were thinly battered and cooked to a nice crispness.
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SNAPSHOT REVIEW:
PROS: Water views, Quality ingredients, Well-presented dishes, Plenty of seating, Interesting menu, Available for functions, Free nearby parking available but fills up quickly, Good coffee, Friendly and professional service from Tom
CONS: Side verandah can get hot and very glary, Would be nice if juices were freshly squeezed
WORTH TRYING: Fruit and yoghurt topped with granola, Peppered soft shell crab, Coffee, Fish and chips
MUST TRY: Revisiting to sample other enticing menu dishes
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Fruit and yoghurt topped with granola
Field mushroom and feta tart
Haloumi cheese with smoked apple and olives ($16, $23)
Pastizzio from Yaya's kitchen
Savoury pastry from Yaya's kitchen
Spanakopita from Yaya's kitchen
Savoury pastry from Yaya's kitchen
Individual mini tempura fish, fat chips and tartar sauce
Cappuccino ($3.90)
Orange juice ($5)
Mocha ($4.20)
Side of chocolate with every coffee — I actually thought it was sugar so make sure you take it
