File this under
the "one more reason to move to Australia ASAP category." When we
were in Oz, I couldn't get enough of the Asian inspired food
served in so many of its restaurants. One place that is getting a
lot of buzz in Melbourne is the new Gingerboy, the
latest venture from restaurant impressarioi Teague Ezard. The
décor is razzle dazzle, with lots of shiny black and starry
lights. The menu is equally dazzling- the concept is upscale
Asian street food. You'll find crispy chilli salt cuttlefish,
green papaya salad served with sticky rice, and coconut marinated
kingfish. Cocktails are equally zingy, and include Gingergirl
(Kettel One lemongrass infused vodka, coriander, ginger and
pineapple juice) and a Spiced Poached Pear Mojito. Gingerboy,
27-29 Crossley Street Melbourne 3000, Australia Phone:
61 3 9662 4200