Harvest of Purpose by Dan Hunter and Danielle Alvarez
17 – 19 January 2025
In the Yallamundi Rooms
Experiences
Dan Hunter and Danielle Alvarez unite for an exclusive, three-night dining event in the Yallamundi Rooms at the Sydney Opera House, featuring a bespoke, six-course menu focused on sustainability and Australia’s finest produce.
| Dinner and drinks package | Price |
|---|---|
| 6-course menu and premium wine pairing | $900 |
| 6-course menu and matching wine pairing | $715 |
| 6-course menu and non-alcoholic pairing | $645 |
Experience for over 18 years only due to the inclusion of alcohol.
$8.95 booking fee applies per transaction
Your ticket includes a 6-course menu and your selected drinks package.
Prices correct at the time of publication and subject to change without notice. Exact prices will be displayed with seat selection.
The only authorised ticket agency for this event is Sydney Opera House and SevenRooms. For more information about Authorised Agencies, see the frequently asked questions below.
Cancellation Policy
Due to the sophisticated menu development and extensive planning involved, cancellations will not be accepted after one week from the date of ticket purchase.
Harvest of Purpose will run for three nights between Friday 17 January and Sunday 19 January 2025.
| Date | Time |
| Friday 17 January 2025 | 6.30pm |
| Saturday 18 January 2025 | 6.30pm |
| Sunday 19 January 2025 | 6.30pm |
Run time
The experience is approximately 4 hours.
Event duration is a guide only and may be subject to change.
Please note that latecomers will not be able to enter after 7pm.
Age
This experience for those over 18 years only due to the inclusion of alcohol.
Location
Harvest of Purpose is located in the Yallamundi Rooms on the Northern Broadwalk.
Dietary requirements
This is a set menu with pescatarian and gluten free options available. Please email SOH.reservations@trippaswhitegroup.com.au once you have booked the experience with any queries. Unfortunately, dietary requirements are unable to be accommodated on the evening.
Harvest of Purpose Menu
First Course
Each chef will prepare a snack to start
Second Course
"Ajo verde" with almonds, cucumber and melon
Potato gem, broad bean and hazelnut with mountain tomme
Lemon cucumbers and lemon myrtle
NV Champagne Elemart Robion ‘VB03’ Grower Champagne, France
2008 House of Arras ‘EJ Carr – Late Disgorged’ Tasmania
Third Course
Brae Farm wheat, nut butter and cultured buffalo milk
Farm tomatoes with ricotta and eggplant caramelle
2021 Cantine Losito Falanghina, Puglia, Italy
2018 Harkamp Alte Reben Riesling, Styria, Austria
Fourth Course
Murray cod, king prawn and kohlrabi, crustacean butter and finger lime
2018 Domaine de Villet Savagnin Ouillé AOC Côtes du Jura, France
2018 Handpicked ‘Highbow Hill’ Chardonnay, Yarra Valley, Victoria
Fifth Course
Fennel rubbed pork loin roasted on the bone with sweet corn and whey polenta and smoked cherry jus
Duck liver cream, cocoa and pistachio
Summer leaves, herb and buttermilk dressing
2021 Handpicked ‘Capella’ Pinot Noir, Mornington Peninsula, Victoria
2020 Domaine Hugenot Pinot Noir, Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru, Burgundy, France
Sixth Course
Strawberry gum ice cream and frozen passionfruit
NV Jaillance Clairette De Die Les Hauts De Desse Ancestrale, Rhone Valley, France
2019 Weingut Brohl Riesling, Pundericher Marienberg Auslese, Mosel, Germany
Non-alcoholic options also available.
*Please note menu items are subject to change depending on seasonality and availability.
Dietary requirements
This is a set menu with pescatarian and gluten free options available. Please email SOH.reservations@trippaswhitegroup.com.au once you have booked the experience with any queries. Unfortunately, dietary requirements are unable to be accommodated on the evening.
Useful information:
A bespoke dining experience
For the first time, Brae's renowned three-hatted chef Dan Hunter brings his sustainability-driven cuisine to Sydney, collaborating with the Sydney Opera House’s Culinary Director of the Yallamundi Rooms, Danielle Alvarez.
This exclusive three-night event offers a bespoke six-course menu featuring Australia’s finest, ethically sourced produce. Hosted in the Yallamundi Rooms with stunning views of the Harbour Bridge, the experience celebrates seasonality, sustainability, and purpose-driven food.
With only 70 tickets available per night, this rare opportunity to enjoy two of Australia’s top chefs is set to be the food event of the year. Secure your seat now.
Meet the Chefs
Dan Hunter
Dan Hunter is the owner and chef at Brae, a contemporary restaurant in rural Victoria renowned for its commitment to sustainability and organic farming. Brae’s ethos centers around food for purpose, with each dish crafted from ingredients grown on Brae’s farm or sourced from ethical local producers.
Bringing Brae’s philosophy to Sydney, Dan’s commitment to environmental consciousness and culinary excellence will be at the heart of this unique dining experience. Brae has held 3 hats since 2014 and is ranked among the World’s 50 Best Restaurants.
Danielle Alvarez
Danielle Alvarez is one of Australia’s most celebrated chefs, renowned for her farm-to-table approach and dedication to sustainability. Drawing from her Cuban-American roots and experience at world-famous restaurants like The French Laundry and Chez Panisse, she now leads as Culinary Director of the Yallamundi Rooms at the Sydney Opera House, crafting menus that highlight local, seasonal produce.
Previously, Danielle was the creative force behind Fred’s in Paddington, where she maintained 2 Chef’s Hats throughout her tenure. She is also the author of the cookbook ‘Always Add Lemon’, a regular columnist for Good Weekend Magazine, and co-host of The Good Food Kitchen.
Plan your visit
Venue information
Our foyers will be open 90 minutes pre-show for Concert Hall and Joan Sutherland Theatre performances, and two hours pre-show for Western Foyer venue performances. Refreshments will be available for purchase from our theatre bars.
All Sydney Opera House foyers are pram accessible, with lifts to the main and western foyers. The public lift to all foyers is accessible from the corridor near the escalators on the Lower Concourse and also in the Western Foyer via the corridor on the Ground Level (at the top of the escalators). Pram parking will be available outside the theatres in the Western Foyer.
Getting here
The Sydney Opera House Car Park, operated by Wilson Parking, is open and available to use. Wilson Parking offer discounted parking if you book ahead. Please see the Wilson Parking website for details.
Please check the Transport NSW website for the latest advice and information on travel. You can catch public transport (bus, train, ferry) to Circular Quay and enjoy a six minute walk to the Opera House.
Frequently asked questions
The authorised ticket agencies for this event is Sydney Opera House and IWannaTicket.
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Please contact Box Office on 9250 7777 as soon as possible to advise if you can no longer attend.
Your ticket includes food and drink.
The health, safety and wellbeing of everyone at the Sydney Opera House is our top priority. In line with this commitment, the Opera House became a smoke-free site in January 2022. Read our Smoke-free Environment Policy.
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