Like any truly great woman, tequila can be a cruel and seductive mistress. Treat her with respect and you’ll be rewarded by her full bodied and aromatic charms, treat her with carelessness and you’ll curse the day you met her. So if like so many before you, you have licked, sipped and sucked your way into a very bad relationship, then it’s time to get back to that lovin’ feeling with a little help from the tequila whisperer himself Nick Reid of Tequila Tromba. Put down that shot glass and get ready to get reacquainted with Mexico’s most sultry mistress, because on Wednesday, 16th of March we’re letting it rain Tequila Tromba at Unforgiven – and we want you to come and get wet.
Treat your tastebuds and delight your senses as you sip and savour your way through four varieties of tequila and learn first hand from the professionals how Mexico’s favourite tipple is meant to be treated. But don’t worry, we know you can’t work on your relationship on an empty stomach, which is why the team at Darling & Co will be on hand with a selection of sumptuous Mexican delicacies designed to pair perfectly with the cocktail menu – we just love a perfect match.
Uno
Any therapist worth their salt (and lime) will tell you that the first step to fix a broken relationship is to try new things together. So why not start the night off with a jaunty little twist on a classic, like a Lemon Myrtle Margarita blended over finely crushed ice? Pair it up with a selection of authentic Mexican canapés and you’ll be back on track in no time.
Dos
Looking to rekindle those flames of passion? Fire things up with a punchy Reposado Tommy Margarita mixed with agave and desert lime, then cool off with a serve of our signature seafood tacos and ceviche, packed with local flavour and fresh produce.
Tres
Now you’re getting back into the swing of things why not introduce something a little exotic into your relationship? Be dazzled by the fruity Paloma; a bold mix of Tromba Blanco and grapefruit, matched with traditional street style tortillas made to your liking. It’s the vacation away you’ve always been meaning to take together – before life got in the way.
Cuatro
Now that you’re on the road to recovery it’s time to consider renewing your vows with our Aged Tromba Anejo with house made coriander and lime verdita – we’ll be right there to catch the bouquet.
So hit the refresh button on your relationship with tequila and take another shot at true love when you join us for Let It Rain Tromba. At just $75pp, it’s the couples therapy you need – minus the awkward roleplaying.
Is there something in the water cooler or does it feel like things around the office are already feeling a bit flat? After all the glitz and glamour of the silly season, sliding back into your regular working routine feels a little a dull, and it’s starting to show. So when IT stops talking to HR and the PR department is threatening to go MIA, perhaps it’s time for a little R&R with some team building ideas that are guaranteed to get you back on track.
There’s no “I” in “team”, but there’s definitely one in “wine”
Does the thought of name tags, motivational speakers and trust exercises make you flinch? We don’t blame you, that old routine has been done to death! While doing a “trust catch” seems like a neat idea at the time, we all know how quickly that’s going to unravel when Debby from marketing ‘accidentally’ drops Sue from accounts down a flight of stairs. Take a departure from tradition and treat the team to a whiskey or wine appreciation class instead and see how quickly the team bonds over the Yarra Valley vs Hunter Valley debate.
Launch into lunch
There’s only one solution to an office that’s hungry for a little excitement, and it involves lunch – lots and lots of lunch. So ditch the desks and think outside the cubicle, it’s time to get back in touch with the team the good old fashioned way, with a long lunch in your very own private slice of paradise. With four exceptional corporate function rooms to choose from, let our expert team take care of all the details so you can spend more time getting back in touch with your urban family.
Let us cater to you
Don’t have time to flee the office? We’re like the Field of Dreams, “if you book us, we will come”. Just choose a selection from our extensive function packages and we’ll deliver delightful bites like tiger prawn linguini, roasted spatchcock with green chilli and pork belly banh mi sliders right to your desk – it’s your move, party pie.
So don’t let the post-Christmas slump get your office in a slump. Secure your nomination for world’s best boss and put Brisbane’s team building experts to the test. Because getting back in touch is so much easier with a cocktail in your hand.
Hold onto your hats Brisbane, cupid’s bow has struck us right where it tickles this Valentine’s Day and you can officially colour us smitten. So to celebrate our new amorous mood we’ve decided to make a bold statement with a whole new list of lovers that we just can’t wait for you to meet. Because if there’s one thing that the French have taught us about love, there’s always room for one more love in your life. Which is why we guarantee that you’ll fall in love with these three cocktails come Valentine’s Day.
The Darling Spritz
We just can’t resist the refreshing confidence of our signature twist on the Aperol Spritz. This rose scented smooth talker might look sweet and bubbly, but with more than a dash of West Winds Saber Gin it’s got a cheeky side that’ll sneak up on you and catch you unawares. All dressed up with a twist of orange, it’s effortlessly stylish and bang on trend – just like you.
Passion in Paddington
Is it just us or is it getting hot in here? Exotic, adventurous and insatiably passionate, if there’s one cocktail that’s got us feeling faint it’s Passion in Paddington. With a generous dash of Ketel One vodka, notes of orange blossom and tangy passionfruit, it’s as tropical as a steamy rainforest romp with Tarzan – just call us Jane.
Old Fashioned
While short and stiff may not be what you usually look for in a cocktail, isn’t it past time you went out there and tried something new? Seduce your senses and get in touch with your inner vixen when you visit the talented mixologist at Unforgiven for a bit of a good Old Fashioned fun. Don’t let its short stature fool you, made with locally sourced Starward Whisky, gently crushed sugar cubes and a generous dash of bitters, it’s the grown up cocktail that knows how to crack a joke, rub your feet and build you a log cabin with its bare hands. Be still our beating hearts.
Whether you’re consciously coupled or sensationally single, there’s always room for a few new loves of your life and you’ll find them all on Valentine’s Day right here at the Darling & Co bar.
From the creators of much such loved romantic stories like “The Unforgiven: A life-long affair with small-batch spirits” the team from Darling & Co proudly present this Valentine’s Day latest uplifting box office smash hit. Full of more passion and intrigue than the newest offering from Nicholas Sparks, join us on a dramatic journey of boundaries crossed and love found as we explore this year’s feel-good set menu of the year, Valentine’s Day at Darling & Co.
Canape: Vanella Mozarella Arancini
Nothing could ever shake the unbreakable bond of lifelong sweethearts, tomato and basil. But when sexy, smoked mozzarella came to town, everything changed. This tantalising love triangle is a bite-sized tale of lust and longing that’ll have you begging for more.
Entrée: House Cured Huon Ocean Trout
A tale as old as time but a guaranteed crowd pleaser, when our leading lady, asparagus crossed paths with the always hunky house cured ocean trout there was just no going back. Dive head first into a summer of love with this refreshing tale of two soul mates bound together forever by passion and crème fraiche.
Main: Northern River’s Veal Cutlet
He’s from the Northern Rivers and she’s just a city herb looking for her big break, so when veal cutlet and sage finally met, let’s just say there was more than just dinner cooking in the kitchen. Co starring Golden Fork nominees kipfler potato and black cabbage comes this year’s biggest romance. Can you say love at first bite?
Dessert: Darling Bombe Alaska
Love is sweet and so is this latest mouth watering offering from Darling & Co. Fall in love with a double helping of fun on this romantic twist on a classic Bombe Alaska. With an all-star cast including macadamia, mango, cointreau and Australia’s favourite sweetheart honey, it’s the old story you know with a fresh new take you’ll love.
So skip the “Notebook” reruns this Valentine’s Day and catch this year’s hottest new romances with our “Be My Darling Valentine” menu – coming to a Darling & Co near you.
Available Sunday 14th February for lunch and dinner, book now to avoid disappointment.