Overview
Double Bay is on its way to becoming one of Sydney's most talked about new precincts, thanks in large part to the epic, soon-to-be-opened InterContinental Sydney Double Bay. Following the announcement of Shaun Presland's subsequent new Sake chapter and the Lobo Plantation/The Island mystery bar (both confirmed for the ground retail floor), there's two more culinary offerings on the table for the swanky new hotel.
Bondi institutes Henley's Wholefoods and Shuk have officially signed the lease to join the Double Bay hotel's ground floor family. Expanding their North Bondi marketplace-like spot, Mediterranean artisan bakery Shuk are confirmed to bring their sensory overload of homemade baked goods and aromatic breakfasts to the party.
Also confirmed for the new space is boutique paleo, organic and lean cafe Henley’s Wholefoods. Sporting a huge range of healthy, gluten free, vegan, dairy free and refined sugar treats, Henley's sustainable produce is a welcome change for the often tired eateries of hotels — think pumpkin hazelnut meal bread, coconut-dusted sweet potato wedges, choc nut granola.
These two latest confirmations complete the InterContinental's Double Bay culinary crew — joining the hotel's own first-floor restaurant and bar overseen by executive chef Julien Pouteau. InterContinental Sydney Double Bay general manager, Frederic Brohez sees the final pieces in the puzzle as a reflection on the already killer lineup for the InterCon's nom options.
"InterContinental Sydney Double Bay is destined to be a hub of dining and entertainment from the moment it opens in November, with our destination restaurant and concept bar, with exciting fresh produce-driven menus led by Executive Chef, Julien Pouteau, amplified further when the retail ground floor offerings come together," he said. "It's a very exciting time for Double Bay and the Eastern Suburbs in general."
Shuk and Henley's Wholefood will open with the InterContinental Sydney Double Bay in November.
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