Dine + Drink
At Botanist, spring doesn’t just arrive – it bursts onto the plate. The restaurant’s latest menu brings nature’s bounty to the forefront, with greens, herbs and seasonal produce at their peak. For Executive Chef Hector Laguna, it’s one of the most inspiring times of the year. “There’s very little manipulation needed to make the dishes shine,” he says. “The ingredients essentially speak for themselves.” The result is a menu that feels light, bright and unmistakably spring.
Botanist’s latest offerings are a tribute to the season’s natural abundance, where tender greens, vibrant produce and subtle complexities shine through when treated with care. Each dish showcases the purity and freshness of spring, letting the ingredients take centre stage.
Take Chef Hector’s Burrata Salad – a true expression of spring on a plate. Delicate green shoots hint at new beginnings, while tart rhubarb cuts through with refreshing brightness. Fermented white asparagus adds a layer of depth, and a bold salsa macha introduces a warm contrast, balancing the burrata’s creamy richness.
For the mains, the Dry-Aged Striploin strikes a perfect balance of sweet and savoury. Earthy mushrooms and the natural sweetness of spring peas complement the creamy Taleggio and the richness of a deep Bordelaise jus.
Meanwhile, the Olive Oil Poached Halibut is paired with smoked buttermilk, sorrel foam and miner’s lettuce – a citrusy, Vitamin C-rich green once foraged during the Gold Rush. This dish brings the essence of spring to life in a way that’s light yet layered, bright yet deeply satisfying.
Experience Spring at Botanist
This season, Botanist invites you to discover Executive Chef Hector Laguna’s fresh interpretation of spring. The new menu is a tribute to the beauty of the season, showcasing vibrant produce, bold flavours and thoughtful technique that let nature take the lead.
Whether you’re drawn to bright, refreshing flavours or looking to explore something new, this menu captures the spirit of the season in every bite.
Reserve your table and experience a culinary journey that’s rooted in nature and crafted with care.
Step inside our award-winning restaurant, a world where day blurs into night, summer into winter, and food and drink are plenty.
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