Fighting Fire with Fire

Overview

The Argentinian barbecue masters at Surry Hills' Porteño are flame grilling for a serious cause this month. The group is hosting a big ol' fundraiser in the form of one massive four-hour feast.

The charity dinner will be held at the OG Porteño venue on Cleveland Street (now Porteño Events) and honours the group's suppliers — many of whom have been affected by Australia's recent catastrophic bushfires. While the menu has not yet been revealed, you can expect a range of Porteño's signature charcoal-grilled meats, delivered directly from the open barbecue and custom-built woodfired oven by chefs Ben Milgate, Elvis Abrahanowicz and Elvis's dad Adan. Think morcilla, chorizo, suckling pig and wagyu steaks, all served alongside fresh salads and paired with wines aplenty.

That drinks list, created by owner Joseph Valore, will include heaps of local producers — including Frankly Bob Wines, Jilly Wines and Mallaluka Wines, plus wine distributors Franc About Wine and Puncheon Bottles. And all drinks are included in the ticket price, too.

It'll go down on Monday, January 13 from 6.30pm and cost $195 all up (including booking fee) — and every cent will be donated to the charities involved in the crisis. For those who are unable to attend but still want to donate, the Porteño group recommends Red Cross, Vinnies, Salvation Army, NSW Rural Fire Service or WIRES.

For fans of the space, this degustation is also one of the last dinners being held at Porteño Events before the group gives up the digs for good. Just one more reason you should grab a ticket already.