VIVID SYDNEY - Long Table Dinner at The Strand Arcade: NSW Icons of Land & Sea
As part of Vivid Sydney 2026, step inside one of Sydney’s most treasured heritage landmarks for an experience never before offered to the public.
The Long Table Dinner at The Strand Arcade: NSW Icons of Land & Sea invites you into the arcade after hours for a highly exclusive culinary event presented by The Restaurant Pendolino.
Hosted by acclaimed chef, proprietor and cookbook author Nino Zoccali, the evening celebrates the provenance, craftsmanship and regional character of some of NSW’s finest producers, showcasing iconic premium local produce and world-class wine in a refined communal dining experience.
Guests will be served a bespoke menu featuring Royal Agricultural Society of NSW (RAS) Sydney Royal Medal Winning Produce. Each dish has been carefully curated to highlight provenance, seasonality and the deep connection between land and sea.
Guided by MC Simon Marnie, this one-night-only Vivid Food event brings together beautifully curated food, exceptional wine and storytelling within the breath-taking surrounds of The Strand Arcade. It is a rare opportunity to dine behind closed doors in one of Sydney’s most iconic buildings as Vivid Sydney transforms the city beyond its doors.
Date: Saturday 30 May 2026
Time: 7–10pm
Tickets: $325 per person
about the chef
Nino Zoccali
Nino Zoccali is an acclaimed chef, restaurateur and cookbook author, and the creative force behind The Restaurant Pendolino - a Sydney dining landmark in The Strand Arcade since 2008. Known for his long-standing relationships with Australia’s finest producers, he is a respected national olive oil judge and passionate advocate for super-premium ingredients. His deep knowledge of Italian food and wine informs both his cuisine and his acclaimed contributions to leading food and wine publications.
about the MC
Simon Marnie
Simon Marnie is a respected Australian broadcaster and presenter with a long-standing career across radio and television. A graduate of the Australian Film, Television and Radio School, he began at Triple J before becoming widely known as the host of ABC Radio Sydney’s weekend morning program across New South Wales. He also conceived and produced SBS TV’s nomad and appears on ABC’s Escape from the City. Known for his warmth and engaging style, Simon brings an informed and personable presence to every event he hosts.
MENU
ARRIVAL CANAPES
Tathra Rock Oysters
The Oyster Barn House Smoked Angasi Oysters
Yumbah East 33 Rock Oysters, Green Lip Abalone, Mussel Bisque Hot Sauce
Slowbread Roseville Fig & Walnut Sourdough, Hunter Belle Ash Briebelle
Aquna Smoked Murray Cod Tartlets, Aquna Murray Cod Caviar, Finger Lime
Bundara Free Range Pork & Parmesan Polpettine, Lemon Tree Leaves
Mandole’ Almond Beetroot Crisps, Sicilian Purple Cauliflower
BREAD COURSE
Slowbread Roseville White Sourdough served with
W2 Hardy’s Mammoth EVOO
Mandole’ Almond Cream
Hunter Belle Swiss Brown Cow Butter
FIRST COURSE
The Food Farm Chicken & Egg Pasta Agnolotti, Chicken Neck, Feet & Bone Reduction, NSW Black Truffle, Chicken Skin
MAIN COURSE – served to share
Kai Hot Smoked Snowy Mountain River Trout, served warm in Guazetto with Southern Highlands La Ratte Heirloom Potatoes, Braised Leek Hearts, EVOO – W2 Olives, Hardy’s Mammoth EVOO, NSW Sea Succulents
Food Farm Whole “Ossobucco” Slow Cooked in Orange Pinot Noir & Sweet Fennel Sauce
SIDES
Hunter Belle Farm Milk, Cream & Butter Potato Gratin, Robertson Sebago
Roasted Sugarloaf Cabbage, Garlic Sage Butter
Silken Braised White Beans, W2 Hardy’s Mammoth Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Golden Bundarra Capocollo/Salsiccia
DESSERT
Mandole Almond Milk Custard, Almond Butter, Riverina Quince & Pear in Botrytis, Strand Nut Shop Vienna Almond Crumble, Lily’s Hunter Valley Honey
BEVERAGE MENU
ARRIVAL BEVERAGES
Printhie Vintage Sparkling (Orange NSW)
Brokenwood Tallawanta / Tyrrell’s Vat 1 Semillon
Sunday Road Brewing – Apres Ski Bavarian Hefe Wheat Beer
Reckless BX Old Dark Amber Ale
FIRST COURSE PIARINGS
Tyrrell’s Vat 1 Semillon
Tyrrell’s Chardonnay
MAIN COURSE PAIRINGS
Byrne Farm Pinot Noir
Byrne Farm Shiraz Pinot Noir
DESSERT PAIRINGS
Berton Vineyards Reserve 2020 Botrytis Semillon
De Bortoli Botrytis Semillon
Menu subject to seasonal availability and may change slightly.