LOCATION
Old Parliament House, Parkes in Canberra.
DETAILS
A gracious dining room in the Old Parliament House, with views across to the new one, The Ginger Room retains an air of grandeur despite its fairly modern decor and menu. A dramatic red feature wall greets you at reception, emblazoned with the restaurant’s logo, a straggly and strangely elegant ginger plant. Ginger Room, however, is neater and more refined than its emblem. Inside, it’s all dark-stained timber, damask table cloths, and glass panels painted in subdued greys, greens, and pinks. There are cosy upholstered chairs, Art Deco lamps and, adjoining the dining room, a plush lounge area.
Chef Janet Jeffs has worked with such luminaries as Cheong Liew and Maggie Beer. Having opened her first restaurant in the Clare Valley, lush, country fare is her passion and it shows in dishes like the entree of goose rillettes with muscatel confit and toasted brioche, or the main course of duck pithivier with shiraz-glazed quinces and glazed duck jus. Elsewhere there are strong Asian influences, particularly Vietnamese in the wok-fried king prawns with nuoc cham (a bitey, chilli, garlic and fish sauce dressing). Desserts include the spectacular saffron poached pears and apple sorbet, touched with edible gold leaf. Service is of a consistently high standard and staff can ably assist with the excellent wine list.
The Ginger Room is one of Canberra's most exciting restaurants, presided over by one of Australia's leading chefs, Janet Jeffs. The lounge bar, adjacent to The Ginger Room offers comfortable and stylish atmosphere for pre dinner drinks.
THE PRIVATE DINING ROOM
Located adjacent to The Giner Room, the Private Dining Room is ideal for a more intimate occasion, catering for ten to 32 people.
FUNCTIONS
Venues available for functions include The Members Dining Room and Bar, the majestic Kings Hall and internal courtyards. If you are looking for a venue to create a lasting impression, Ginger Catering will work with you to create an event that has the professionalism and attention to detail you expect. With the capacity to seat from 15 to 600 and suitable for conferences, small meetings, promotional events, cocktail parties, formals, dinners and weddings.
WEDDINGS
Within the grace and charm of the old Members Dining you can experience the elegance of yesteryear. For your most special occasion, where Prime Ministeres, Presidents once dined and danced, Ginger Catering will provide you superb, personalised service in this unique Australian setting.
AWARDS
2008 Wine List Year Award- State Winner
