Headed up by chef Scotty Mills, Kirribilli's the Botanist is a go-to for a casual, elegant, modern Australian dining experience with views out over the harbour from the greenery-decked 'burb. Mills' new picnic hampers translate the restaurant's energy into alfresco form, packed with Australian native olives, sliced mortadella, smoked wagyu, duck liver pâte, slices of Australian cheddar, Falwasser crackers, semi-dried tomatoes, a whole heap of condiments and some sweet elements – you've got chocolate strawberries, petite macarons and grapes. One hamper is $72 and serves two to three people. If you place your order with the Botanist before noon, you can pick it up on the same day.
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