Oysters at Manta
By Jackie McMillan
A perfect start to my festive season involved slurping oyster farmer Tim Dumbrell’s freshly shucked Moreton Bay oysters on the deck area outside Manta Restaurant. As it was really the start of my day, I appreciated the cleverly updated ‘Manta Mary’ created by award winning bartender Jean Munos. With a head of egg white, a body of house-roasted Roma tomato juice, a well-disguised kick of alcohol and a platter of oysters in front of me, it was indeed the breakfast of champions.
To get the lowdown on the next time they’ll be shucking to order under the Pantone 137C coloured shade of the Veuve Clicquot umbrellas, contact the restaurant on (02) 9332 3822. However if you’re not averse to oyster consumption outside of their prime season, you can of course eat oysters from their regular menu any time you like. The Moonlight Flat Angasi are a particular delight, combining a smoky edge with a taste as fresh as the ocean. Sydney Rock fans could also expand their oyster pleasure with a Claire De Lune Bouton for contrast.
Manta Restaurant
6 Cowper Wharf Road, Woolloomooloo
(02) 9332 3822
