Gerard's Food Lab

Overview

"Surprise me," isn't something most folks would say to their waiter. Bartender, sure — but when it comes to what we're eating, we tend to like a tad more control. Forget that idea at Food Lab, the monthly experimental dinner put on by Gerard's Bar. Instead, surrender to the experience of eating the unexpected.

Happening monthly, each iteration serves up a five-course feast of dishes that you won't expect, but you will enjoy. The theme changes each time, as does the hip hop soundtrack. Previous sessions have featured rap classics with matching cocktails and dirty Southern American eats paired with appropriate tunes, with classic Aussie fare and some homegrown tunes on offer on September 12.

Whatever  Ben Williamson and Ben Chow whip up, it's certain not to be whatever combo of pies and lamingtons you're probably thinking of. Tickets cost $90 per person, and places are limited, with bookings available by contacting the bar.