If there’s ever a sign that the quieter Jan/Feb time of year in hospo land is coming to a close it’s sharing new venues popping up around town, of which we have two in today’s newsletter alone (three actually if you count a slightly belated shoutout for Christo’s new locations).
From wining and dining on Scarborough beach to Greek summer styles in the city and fried chicken burgs to the north and south, find a little something for every taste, below.
Troy Mutton, Editor-In-Chief, Perth is OK!
EAT & DRINK
Brighton Wine Bar to open in Scarborough
Scarborough will be welcoming a new family-run wine bar, set to open early this March.
Named after the beach just across the road, Brighton Wine Bar has taken over the former Wild Fig space at 190 The Esplanade – with an unreal sunset view to match the all-Australian wine list, three-quarters of which is exclusively WA-made drops.
Food takes a similar approach, focusing on premium local produce across chef Ivan Bayona’s Mediterranean-inspired menu – think freshly baked focaccia with za’atar butter, handmade seafood ravioli with vongole and saffron foam, picanha beef with salsa verde, as well as a robust selection of vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options.
“At the heart of Brighton is connection and community,” says Ben Randall, who co-owns the bar alongside Marion McAllister and Lauren Nolan.
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NEWS
Freo’s William Street urban greening upgrade is now underway
A project aimed at rewilding the City of Fremantle’s urban spaces is now underway, set to make William Street cooler, greener and more pedestrian-friendly.
WHAT’S ON
Yagan Square welcomes ECU to the neighbourhood this week
Semester one is here and Yagan Square is rolling out the welcome carpet for its new neighbours, ECU. From February 23-27, Yagan Square will be buzzing with live music, free matcha and daily giveaways from 10am-4pm.
WHAT’S ON
Walk West with Dress for Success WA this International Women’s Day
They’re inviting the community to lace up for Walk West for WA Women, a walkathon on Friday 6 March that transforms steps into opportunities for women experiencing disadvantage.
SPORTS
Historic night for WA pole vault king as Kurtis Marschall joins elusive 6 metre club
Kurtis Marschall had three goals in his career – make the Olympic team, win an Olympic medal and join the sport’s elusive 6m club. By Monday morning those goals were down to one.
TODAY/TONIGHT
Concrete Echoes at Perth Moves, part of Perth Festival
Running from Feb 24-27, Concrete Echoes is a new site-responsive work by award-winning Aotearoa/New Zealand duo Ta’alili, bringing together performers from diverse dance backgrounds across the Indo-Pacific.
EAT & DRINK
HYDE Perth’s Mediterranean restaurant FARRA opens this weekend
Luxe new hotel HYDE Perth is set to welcome their first guests this weekend – and with it, resident Mediterranean eatery FARRA will fire up its pans.
Officially opening on Sunday 1 March, FARRA will bring a taste of Greek summer to the city – slow days, warm nights and sunset drinks and convivial feasting – with the restaurant spilling between the hotel’s dining room, pool and bar, and rooftop terrace.
At the kitchen’s helm, Executive Chef Aaron Moore draws on his years of experience across the globe to bring together the contemporary Greek menu. Belfast born, the chef moved to Greece at the age of 17, later moving to Dublin, Australia and Cambodia. Settling in Perth, Moore has spent seven years on the pass at produce-driven restaurants Bread in Common and Coogee Common.
“FARRA is all about people coming together,” says Moore. “I love seeing friends share plates, chat, laugh, and really enjoy the moment. That sense of joy and connection is what we try to bring to every dish.”
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