Modern Indulgence
Modern Indulgence, Curated With Precision by Executive Chef Lana Cargill
If Love Like Thunder is the mood, then this menu is the echo. Curated by Executive Chef Lana Cargill, our Autumn/Winter 2025 collection is a masterclass in contrast, texture, and emotion — translating bold romance into bites and moments that linger.
Whether served roaming during a candlelit reception or styled as part of a seasonal three-course affair, each dish is designed not only to delight — but to linger in memory.
A Taste of Winter: Menu Highlights
Freshly Shucked Oysters with Yarra Valley Salmon Roe Buttermilk dressing, herb oil & balsamic pearls Bright, clean, and cold — the perfect opening note for a winter celebration.
Char-Grilled Tiger Prawns Caramelised onion, brown butter parsnip cream, bisque & herb oil A bold entrée — smoky, silky and bright, with layers of heat, cream, and citrus in perfect tension.
Duck Leg with Parsnip Cream & Fennel Seed Chipolata Roasted fennel, duck jus, boysenberry A signature winter main — rich, layered, and deeply seasonal.
Potato Gnocchi with Porcini Cream & Swiss Mushrooms Shaved pecorino & rocket leaves Velvety and indulgent — for guests who want comforting elegance.
Espresso Martini Panna Cotta Kahlua syrup, smoked chocolate cream & biscotti Playful yet polished — this twist on a classic is a hit at every table.
Whether presented in courses, passed at pace, or served in supper bowls for cocktail-style events, every element has been designed to complement the visual mood of Love Like Thunder: romantic, modern, and textural.
A Collaboration in Tone
To bring the Love Like Thunder vision to life across the plate and the space, we partnered with Décor It Studio — whose styling direction helped translate the emotional weight of the menu into visual form.
Drawing inspiration from Pantone’s Colour of the Year and the tonal shifts in rich browns, moody neutrals and soft, stormy greys, Décor It created a setting that allowed the menu to feel even more immersive — grounding modern dishes in deep, romantic warmth.
From textural linens to tonal layering and reflective finishes, the styling and plating worked together to form a seamless aesthetic: a dining experience designed not just to impress, but to feel.
From Canapé to Curtain Call
At Metropolis, dining is part of the story. From cocktail receptions to three-courses, the winter menu has been designed not only to reflect the season — but to become part of the memory.
Because guests may forget what they were served —
But they’ll always remember how it made them feel.