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6 Sunday Session Venues for Shedding the Cares of the Week.


Sunday sessions epitomise a lifestyle of leisure and indulgence, inviting individuals to bask in the essence of brightness, lightness and luxury - it’s a day dedicated to unwinding, shedding the cares of the week and relishing the finer moments of life.

The atmosphere is characterised by an air of relaxation and unhurried enjoyment where every element from the ambience to the offerings, is carefully curated to enhance a sense of well-being. 

Whether it is sipping a chilled glass of Champagne under the sun’s warm embrace, lounging in comfortable seating surrounded by serene landscapes or savouring gourmet delights – Sunday sessions are an oasis of tranquility and opulence where time seems to slow down, allowing you to enjoy life’s pleasures to the fullest.

Fine French Coastal Dining

L’isle de France Terrigal offers a gastronomic journey of fine French cuisine with a touch of coastal charm. This classically chic venue provides expansive ocean views, both indoors and outdoors, allowing guests to bask in natural light while savouring exquisite French dishes.
 
6 Sunday Session Venues for Shedding the Cares of the Week.

The white-clothed tables, napery and candles set an intimate ambience, perfect for a leisurely dinner turning your Sunday session into a luxurious culinary experience with choices such as perfect egg, kombu and potato espuma and green asparagus to start, before roasted lamp rump, Japanese eggplant, confit capsicum, labneh and rosemary jus.

European Delights with Waterfront Views

Horn and Hoof, situated on Newquay Promenade in Melbourne Docklands, offers a taste of the forest on your plate combined with an exceptional European dining experience. This stylish restaurant, located in the heart of Melbourne’s food district, boasts waterfront views that complement its exquisite European cuisine.
 
6 Sunday Session Venues for Shedding the Cares of the Week.

For a memorable Sunday session, indulge in the wild venison dish, featuring sweet cherry tomatoes, caramelised baby carrots, green leaf salad, and cherry sauce – a truly regal choice – or slow-cooked wild boar, sweet beetroot and prune sauce, bulgur, glazed baby tomatoes and green leaves.

Japanese-Brazilian Fusion Fine Dining

Oshan Contemporary Sushi, South Yarra, invites you to experience contemporary sushi fusion steeped in Japanese tradition and infused with Brazilian inspiration. This unpretentious fine diner offers a stunning setting with distressed timber tables, a tiled bar and statement pendent lighting, creating the perfect ambience for connection and conversation.
 
6 Sunday Session Venues for Shedding the Cares of the Week.

Opt for the omakase experience and choose from a four-course, six-course, eight-course, or 10-course selection from Chef Peterson, who crafts dishes using the finest, freshest seasonal produce, such as kingfish ceviche and sweet potato rice cup, or a selection of Chef’s deluxe nigiri, to ensure a memorable Sunday session.

Tropical Waterside Dining

Overlooking the picturesque waters of Port Douglas, Salsa Bar & Grill is a must-visit venue for both locals and tourists. Situated on the Wharf Street precinct, this establishment exudes the charm of a Queenslander beach house with its white timber furnishings, latched windows and pendent lighting, creating a relaxed tropical experience.
 
6 Sunday Session Venues for Shedding the Cares of the Week.

Indulge in the confit duck and spring roll dish, featuring XO caramel, pumpkin, polenta, quince and Ooray plum chutney to make your Sunday session a tropical delight; or delve into Kerala seafood curry with prawns, squid, mussels, pipis, jasmine rice and young coconut sambal.

Vineyard Bliss

Glenbosch Wine Estate, nestled on Beechworth-Wangaratta Road in Beechworth, invites you to share the experience of fine food, wine and crafted spirits. This idyllic setting allows you to relax among the vines while enjoying estate wines and crafted spirits such as Glenbosch Craft Original Gin.

6 Sunday Session Venues for Shedding the Cares of the Week.
 
Make the most of your Sunday with long, lazy lunches amidst the vines, creating beautiful memories in the heart of the wine country with Pacific scallops to start with beetroot pickled onions, crispy jalapeños, Loligo squid, pico de gallo, and chorizo; before mains like barramundi, lemon parsley emulsion, sweet potato fondant and orange sweet potato purée.

Thai Flavours in a Stylish Setting

Weladee Thai Restaurant, located on Main Road in Wellington Point, captures the essence of 'good time' in Thai, promising a delightful dining experience. With its pink façade and inviting alfresco area, it's perfect for sunny days, while the stylish interior features an eye-catching wall mural, blond table settings, and caged pendent globes for a subtle glow.

6 Sunday Session Venues for Shedding the Cares of the Week.
 
Indulge in starters like succulent seared scallops then delve into Weladee’s pork belly, featuring crispy pork, green beans, carrot, capsicum housemade dried curry sauce and kaffir lime leaves, or boneless roasted duck, Asian greens and tamarind sauce. Finish sweetly with banana fritters and vanilla ice cream for the ultimate Sunday dining session.

Featured Locations

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Oshan Contemporary Sushi

Contemporary sushi fusion steeped in Japanese tradition and infused with Brazilian inspiration is on the plate at Oshan Contemporary Sushi on Toorak Road in South Yarra. Slow down, it’s Oshan time ...

Modern Australian    $$$$$

Salsa Bar & Grill

Overlooking the beautiful waters of Port Douglas, Salsa Bar & Grill is the go-to venue for locals and tourists alike. Situated on popular Wharf Street precinct, Salsa’s white timber furnishings, la...

French    $$$$$

L'isle de France Terrigal

Embark on a gastronomic journey of fine French food at its best at L’isle de France Terrigal on Ena Street. Soak up expansive ocean views from inside and out at this classically chic venue, where a...

Thai    $$$$$

Weladee Thai Restaurant

Meaning ‘good time’ in Thai, that’s what you can expect when you dine at Weladee Thai Restaurant on Main Road in Wellington Point. This Brisbane dining destination boasts a pink façade and alfresco...

Glenbosch Wine Estate

At Glenbosch Wine Estate on Beechworth-Wangaratta Road in Beechworth, it’s all about sharing the experience of fine food, wine and crafted spirits. Feel right at home among the vines while relaxing...

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