Hardware Societe

Where? Hardware Societe (Melbourne CBD, Melbourne, Australia) Map

When? Saturday February 13, 2016

Who With? Darius

Food Style? Rustic Chic-Cafe with some French Flair

As with many Melbourne eateries, the Hardware Societe is immensely popular and often has long queues of people trying to get a piece of the action. I'm here with Darius before church and we've managed to get a tiny little table for two just outside.

Lobster Benedict


Lemon and Saffron Hollandaise, Picked Zucchini, Soft Herbs, Brioche Bun, Poached Eggs
This sounded too delicious to pass up, so I ordered it. No regrets. The lobster is beautifully cooked and the flavours are respected and not overshadowed. The hollandaise isn't traditional hollandaise, but with the strong lemon flavour, it compliments the seafood perfectly. The herbs and greens are crisp and fresh, and the plate is just a well thought out, wonderfully crafted meal.

Fried Brioche


With Blueberry and Lemon Curd
The brioche is surprisingly light and fluffy, but crispy on the outside. The lemon curd isn't too sweet but the blueberries really lift this dessert with its freshness. I like the crumb on the top, it adds some more crunchiness to the brioche. After the lobster benedict, I'm struggling to stuff this all into my face, even with Darius's help, but it's so good that I just have to persevere.

Posted by Jeremy at 12:45pm on Tuesday January 24, 2017 :: 0 comments ::

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