SA’s Six Culinary Contenders Shine | Adelaide News

Six South Australian culinary stars and venues are vying for top national honors in the Gourmet Traveller Restaurant Awards, showcasing the state’s explosive food scene from McLaren Vale to the Adelaide Hills. Chef Fabian Lehmann of Maxwell Restaurant battles for Chef of the Year with his European-inspired, locally rooted cuisine and ambitious touring dinners. New Adelaide Hills gem Aptos, led by Justin James, is a Best New Restaurant contender offering a rare, intimate dining experience with native ingredients. Rising talent Jimmy Toone (Fall From Grace) and personality George Kasimatis (Georges on Waymouth) also shine, while Tread Lightly and Pearl round out the finalists for Bar of the Year and Best Destination Dining. Winners will be announced at a Sydney gala on August 17, with full results in the September issue. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e27efede557a335e