We visited Daylesford, again. There is no doubt this small town is one of my favourite “local” destination. The town is full of styles and personalities.
This was my first visit in autumn, and it felt as though time ran in another dimension in this small town. While in Melbourne, autumn colors were just appearing, red and autumn colors were everywhere in Daylesford…
Our normal destination for lunch is the Lake House. But this time around, wanting something different, we headed to Kazuki’s. Settled in an old building at the end of the busy Vincent Street, the restaurant was run by Chef Kazuki in the kitchen and his wife Saori in front of house. I would describe their cuisine as fusion Japanese, combining elements of Japanese cuisines with Western techniques and local produces.
We arrived early, and the restaurant was not busy for a Saturday lunchtime service. The service was attentive and polite.
The highlight of the meal was definitely Mr. B’s Braised goat, celeriac, spiced daigaku imo, truffle pecorino. The goat was raised locally, and this dish did it justice. The dish had that balance of tender, gamey meat, spices and buttery crunchy phyllo roll. Served with Japanese style glazed sweet potatoes, it made perfect lunch dish. I ordered the duck dish, which had rare cooked duck breast, fried parsnip and foie gras “spring roll”. A fine dish where the natural duck flavours shined through. I personally prefer a bit of spices or zing here though.
Other mains were solid, but did not quite achieve the same level of finesse. My MIL’s Ocean trout, miso chowder, karasumi, Wombat Forest Organic´s vegetables was simple and delicate (I did taste a spoonful of the miso chowder, and it was dreamy good). My sister’s grass fed eye fillet with duck fat roasted potato was solid but uninspiring.
Desserts was standard flair. Molten chocolate cake – apple pie with milk gelato – Lemon Verbena crème brûlée, seasonal sorbet. The brûlée was forgettable, but milk gelato? Yes, please.
Kazuki’s is a solid offering in the exciting dining scene of Daylesford. The food wasn’t cheap, but matched with the quality of cooking and ingredients. …
After the meal we walked around town, enjoyed craft and vintage shops. Daylesford is especially pretty in this time of the year. Do come and enjoy!
I love autumn! What lovely food.
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I would never have thought milk gelato would be stunning, but I trust you! I also love those purple leaves 😀
I like these pictures and their lovely colours, and I admire the delicious dishes too!
I haven't been to Daylesford in so long, but when I lived in Melbourne it was my favourite weekend getaway. It's just such a beautiful place. Kazuki's looks amazing, and that molten chocolate cake is calling my name.
Beautiful autumn scenes. Couldn't be better to have these lovely lunch dishes in such a beautiful town.
Such gorgeous autumn colors, makes me wish we got a proper fall here. You just don't get a feel for the seasons here in California, although the trade off is mild weather all year round.
oh my…I am in love with those autumn clicks. You are AWESOME!
the photos of the autumn leaves are just stunning. You have made me realise that it is far too long since I last went to Daylesford.
You had me at "foie gras spring roll!" Oh, it all sounds pretty wonderful and the photos are gorgeous, as always. ~ David
Kazuki's sounds like a very nice place. I love autumn in Japan but not so much in California as we don't really have real autumn. Seems like you have beautiful autumn season there. I like his nice clean look of the dishes.
Those colors are incredible! We don't get the blue and purples here so I'm amazed! Your lunch has me starving!
Gorgeous photos and delicious foods. Happy Autumn
Stunning photos 😀
What lovely pictures! Autumn is amazing!
Anh as usual your photography is incredibly emotive. You have captured autumn beautifully!!
These colors are gorgeous. They make me want to pick up a brush and start painting! If only I knew how to paint…
Gorgeous clicks! This is the fun part about blog hopping
While I am enjoying Spring, I also get to enjoy Autumn at the same time, visually!
Im falling in love with these pictures! The autumn colors look absolutely gorgeous! And this molten chocolate cake is giving me cravings;)
The colors and textures in your photos make it look so tempting.
I love the autumn colours – haven't been to daylesford for ages – miss having friends living there! but you have inspired me to put it on my list of places to visit
Nice collection…Thanks for sharing with us…I really like it…
love the pics, esp the 2nd one.. such a pretty magenta hue the leaves have never seen that colour
What lovely food. Yum Yum. Good
Love Daylesford also. There's so much to do there no matter what season. Thanks for this, I've book marked it for my next visit. You should also check out Perfect Drop – another great restaurant built inside a cottage.
I wish I could have autumn like that here in Northern California. Such lovely colors, amazing pictures and yummy food!
Beautiful, looks like such a lovely time!
Daylesford in autumn is gorgeous! Hope you had a nice time.
Nice restaurant in your favorite local area. Dishes at Kazuki's look so fashionable and naturally gorgeous. Beautiful colors in your photos make me so happy.
This place looks wonderful! Must put it on my foodie wishlist
Your photos are amazing, your whole blog is amazing! Thanks for this review, we were thinking of eating there a couple weeks back, but weren’t sure. Cheers
I loooove the colours! Looking forward to more of your entries!