Bennelong

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"Inside the Sydney Opera House, executive chef Peter Gilmore cleverly pays tribute to the architectural icon with a classic Aussie dessert, the pavlova, sculpted with Italian meringue shards shaped like the building’s signature sails; there are no hidden concert halls inside this dessert, though, but a fruity core of passionfruit curd. It’s just one of the chef’s playful takes on iconic Australian sweets. On the savory side, dishes like Western Australian marron with finger lime or ravioli with Hervey Bay scallops, map the country’s diverse pantry. Best for: A scenic meal in the country’s most famous building. Like Quay, Bennelong’s sister restaurant, the dining room offers postcard views across the harbor." - Lee Tran Lam