Lunch with Philippe Mouchel and Degas

Overview

Enjoy the art of fine dining at a special one-off lunch at the National Gallery of Victoria. As part of their Degas: A New Vision exhibition celebrating the work of acclaimed painter Edgar Degas, NGV International has invited renowned French chef Philippe Mouchel to serve up a three-course feast beneath the Great Hall's stained glass ceiling.

Guests will be greeted with a drink on arrival, before sitting down to enjoy the work of a master at the top of his game. Mouchel has trained under Michelin-starred chefs, and headed the kitchen at some of the top restaurants in Melbourne, including his brand new venture named after himself. Point is, while the $175 price tag may be a little on the steep side, rest assured you're paying for quality.

Once you've had your fill of the culinary arts, you can wander through the exhibition, which features more than 200 works from the turn of the century impressionist. If you're feeling a little too full, you can come back another time. Entry is included in the cost of lunch, and is valid until the exhibition finishes on September 18.