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For those who keep an eye on the news, there’s a lot of excitement around the future of the Casino Canberra precinct. It’s new owner, Aquis, is looking to develop the existing casino into a multi-function venue to compete with some of the best in the world.
As a part of this vision, a whole new team is coming together at the existing venue. At the casino’s restaurant, Natural Nine, Executive Chef Chad Ogden has arrived with a fresh take on food that is a welcomed update. Ogden, who was trained in the some of the best restaurants in the USA (Daniel, New York and Charlie Trotter’s, Chicago) before heading off to Tokyo, Kyoto and an extended stay in Macau, is setting an exciting new direction that is the foundation for a restaurant refurbishment in the New Year.
Looking across the revised menu there are plenty of favourites, however they all benefit from clever twists that demonstrate Odgen’s international experience.
There’s an art to preparing wontons, and one of the key challenges for any kitchen is to attain the perfect cases to showcase the delicious filling, Chef Ogden absolutely nails it with his home-made Shrimp and Pork Wontons. Paying close attention to Eastern traditions, the chilli oil adds a gentle heat without being overpowering. The highlight, of course, is the succulent mix of prawn and pork inside: Can you imagine two flavours you’d want more in a wonton? No, neither could we.
Steamed Clams with Lemongrass and Chilli continues the tradition with another bunch of fresh and zesty flavours hitting the palate. As you would expect, the meat of the clams is super fresh with just a hint of natural salt, however it is the addition of super-finely sliced red pepper, lemongrass and a hint of coriander that brings the dish together with spice and citrus-like zest.
For lunch (or a great early dinner) the BLTA Sandwich is a great go-to. Chef Ogden brings his North-American influences to the table with this fantastic version of a club sandwich. The rich, dark rye bread bread is a sensation – you simply don’t see this style much around Canberra. Inside is fresh tomato, lettuce and avocado with perfectly-cooked bacon, however it’s the addition of a saffron and roasted garlic aioli that takes this sandwich to another level.
When it comes to a great steak, the less distraction the better and Natural Nine certainly understands this concept. Their Grilled Tenderloin comes with mash and some grilled baby carrots and is served with a delicious pepper sauce. However, these are just the supporting characters to the star of the show – a perfectly-cooked piece of beef that offers very little resistance when the knife is applied. Oh, yes!
As for desserts, in keeping with the overall style of the menu, the list is simple but very well executed. The Strawberry Cream Cake towers on the plate, but its size belies the perfectly light sponge that is contained within. The strawberry elements aren’t overplayed – meaning this is a sweet dish that still feels balanced. With gloriously fresh cream it’s a great way to finish.
Natural Nine shows where Casino Canberra is going, and makes for a great place to eat on the east side of the city. Lunch is available from 12.00pm to 2.30pm and dinner is served from 5.30pm. We can’t wait to see what the next six months brings, but we’ll definitely be stopping in to be part of the journey.
To say Casino Canberra’s Chandelier Bar is anything less than elegant, stunning and glamorous is the understatement of the century – it’s the jewel in the crown of the casino’s spectacular refurbishment with the larger-than-life chandelier literally taking centre stage of the show.
Upon entrance the chandelier commands your attention and it’s hard to stray away from its path that invites you to the lit marble-top bar to order a glass of your favourite drop before taking in the beauty of the rest of the new-look space – from the gaming floor to the adjacent Natural 9 restaurant, every detail is accounted for, and to top it off the service is next to none.
Casino Canberra Food and Beverage Director Chad Ogden has a wealth of culinary experience under his belt having served his time as a prominent figure in the industry for 25 years. This international experience in the food industry has lent itself well to cocktail creation.
“Being able to use my culinary palette on cocktails helps change the overall flare, it really gives you an intense flavour in the cocktails,” he explains.
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The beverage list comprises of an extensive selection of the finest wines around the world, as well as a myriad of exciting cocktail concoctions that the bar staff are excited to share and educate guests on.
“To put together the Chandelier Bar menu we started with cognacs and whiskeys and a lot of research and tastings,” Chad says.
“What sets us apart is our collection of exclusive high-end cognacs for our guests, including Remy Martin Louis XIII.
“We’ve also got some of the rarest whiskeys you can get here, which is truly something unique and not similar to other venues. We want to be able to have what’s new, what’s hip and what tastes good, but not be stuck with standard in-house options.”
The drinks menu also boasts some much-loved local favourites, including brews from home-grown label Pact Beer Co.
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“Pact is currently in the process of designing a beer for Chandelier Bar. We’ll name it Casino Canberra Brew and are looking forward to getting that. We are just currently in the tasting process so it’s quite exciting for us,” Chad adds.
“We want it to be a light ale, with lots of stone fruit and citrus tones. We also want to make it more affordable so it can be our main beer offering.
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“We’ll also be putting Chinese lager beer Tsingtao on tap, which again isn’t something you find often.”
A quick peruse of the menu is sure to create a short list of cocktails for you to try, with tongue-in-cheek drink names giving a nod to the casino, including; the Texas Hold’em, made with home-infused mint tequila, cachaca, fresh watermelon, fresh lime juice and orange juice ($18); Queen of Hearts, comprised of vodka, chambord, fresh strawberry juice, lime juice, cranberry juice and sugar syrup ($16); and No More Bets, a mix of premium-aged rum, elderflower liqueur, passion fruit juice and lime juice ($16).
Chad and the expert team of mixologists have tried and tasted every wine themselves before choosing to place them on the menu. Chad says that the team have done their due diligence and have taken pride in creating a beautiful wine menu that isn’t comparable to anything else in town.
“There are 76-plus wines and among them so many stand outs; my favourite has got to be the Saint Clair Omaka Reserve, it’s a beautiful New Zealand wine – absolutely fantastic,” he says.
“The Egly Ouriet is probably the best champagne in France and we’ve got a couple of sparkling wines by the glass, such as Mount Majura Silarian which is quite a nice local Canberran sparkling, and we also have a few notable European and French wines.
“I want to offer a bar that’s new and interesting for people to come and try. When people come here we want to provide a standard of drinks, that encompasses great range and taste, that they can’t experience anywhere else, but here at Casino Canberra’s very own Chandelier Bar.”