The REESE'S-taurant at Grana Privato

Overview

To celebrate the American peanut butter and chocolate brand REESE'S products wide availability across Australia, a specially crafted (and exclusive) menu from famed chef Alex Wong is set to delight Sydneysiders (and chocolate lovers) for one night only at Grana Privato on Tuesday, October 29. 

What's REESE'S?

Known for its unique mix of salty peanut butter and sweet milk chocolate, REESE'S peanut butter cups have long been a favourite in the States. Just in time for Halloween, REESE'S salty-sweet treats now have a wider range available at Woolworths, Coles, 7-Eleven, independent supermarkets, petrol or convenience stores. What better way to enjoy them than at a nutty REESE'S peanut butter and chocolate inspired event? Like the REESE'S-taurant.

The festivities will take place at the stylish spot Grana Privato at the historical Hinchcliff House in the CBD. Upon entering, guests will step into an orange, sweet-and-salty-infused fever dream, with orange hues and tempting displays of sweet treats in every direction. After acclimatising to the bright colours, guests can explore the interactive space, including an aromatic chocolate and peanut butter trail. This space is where visitors adjust their tastebuds before indulging in an unforgettable menu. 

The menu was crafted by innovative and celebrated chef Alex Wong, SMH Good Food Guide 2023 NSW Chef of the Year finalist, who helms the kitchens at hatted Sydney restaurants Lana and Martinez. Here, he is serving his interpretation of the salty-sweet REESE'S peanut butter and chocolate flavours in six savoury and sweet dishes.

What's on the Menu?

While we can't give everything away, some menu standouts include chicken skewers with peanut chocolate satay, leek and garlic. If you're a fan of pasta, there's a white chocolate peanut, gorgonzola butter and sage sauce pasta dish that is designed to replicate the REESE'S peanut butter cup's ripple pattern.

Given REESE'S-taurant at Grana Privato is all about celebrating REESE'S chocolate's expanding availability in Australia, some classic Aussie-themed menu items are a fitting addition. Guests can indulge in Australian kangaroo and chocolate 'mole' empanadas. The menu will also feature a wagyu rib cap with oxtail, kohlrabi and REESE'S peanut butter 'rendang'. 

Naturally, dessert is also a highlight. Wong takes a classic and turns it on its head with his take on the 'PBJ'. "Peanut butter and chocolate is such a mouth-watering combination and a winning inspiration point for this menu that highlights salt and sweetness and is sure to be anything but ordinary," says Wong. Our advice? Make sure you arrive hungry. 

What Else Can Guests Expect?

Beyond the food, guests can also expect a few other treats on the night. As it's highly likely most attendees will be bursting at the seams after dinner, all guests will get to take home a goodie bag. Plus, you can share the love around to friends and family with FOMO. The goodie bag includes all the favourites. Think classic peanut butter and milk chocolate cups, white peanut butter cups, miniature cups and sticks bars. The goodies are the perfect Halloween treat.

When you thought it couldn't get any better, House Made Hospitality will also throw in a $50 restaurant voucher for each attendee, which can be used at any one of ten Sydney venues, including Apollonia, Lana, Martinez, Grana and Promenade Bondi Beach. Plus, selected House Made Hospitality venues are offering a limited-edition REESE'S Peanut Butter Cookie ($6.50) and REESE'S Chocolate Croissant ($9.50) ahead of Halloween and throughout the month of November.

There are only 90 spots available for the REESE'S-taurant at Grana Privato, which means you need to book your spot as soon as you can. If you miss out, keep an eye on social media as REESE'S and Wong will release the recipes from the menu so you can recreate the menu in the comfort of your own home. 

The REESE'S-taurant at Grana Privato will take place on Tuesday, October 29, 2024, from 6.30-9.30pm. Limited tickets are available and can be purchased via Sevenrooms. Tickets cost $135 per person. Please note unfortunately REESE'S cannot accommodate any attendees with a nut allergy.

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