Day of the Dead Fiesta

Overview

Mexican holiday Dia de los Muertos, or the Day of the Dead, is a celebration of long-standing tradition that is, first and foremost, a way for communities to honour family and friends who have passed on. But the holiday has also come to represent the very best of Mexican culture — from the tasty food to the elaborate costumes, motifs and music. So Carbòn, from the people behind Bondi's Taqiza, is jumping on board and celebrating in true Mexican style by throwing an extravagant three-day fiesta.

Across October 31–November 2, you'll be knee-deep in festive cheer with traditional rituals, an abundance of mouthwatering Mexican food and ice-cold cocktails.

Day one of the fiesta is the 'Day of the Dead Tamales Feast', where there'll be a special tamales menu paired with themed agave cocktails. Things ramp up on day two with a special ticketed event ($100 per person) featuring live music, costumes, face painting and a five-course menu paired with mezcal cocktails. The menu is based on authentic dishes originally created by Mexican nuns from the 17th century, who are now considered the architects of upscale Mexican cuisine. On the final day, Carbòn will host a 'Moles and Woodfire Festival', where traditional moles (those tasty thick sauces) will be served up with platters of wood-fired meat skewers, tortillas and toppings.

Along with its three-day celebration, the restaurant is giving a nod to this year's NAIDOC theme, 'because of her, we can', and dedicating the altar or oftrenda to trailblazing women throughout history — think Frida Kahlo, Chavela Vargas and adelitas (rebel women who fought during the Mexican revolution). Designed by Mexican artist Raquel Duron, this shrine will include floral arrangements, candles and crosses, plus, guests are invited to add photos of important women that they wish to honour.

To get involved in the Carbòn's day of the dead festivities, reserve a table online.