Witchetty Grub
Plump ivory larvae with segmented bodies
Some served raw with semi-translucent flesh
Some lightly charred with caramelized blistered spots
Side Elements
Charred acacia seed bread crisps, arranged in a crescent formation
Dried desert tomato flakes with saltbush leaves scattered sparingly
Smoked macadamia crumble tucked between the grubs for texture contrast
Sauces
Smoked outback honey reduction: deep amber, brushed in wind-like streaks across the plate
Saltbush vinaigrette droplets: pale green acidic oil placed as minimal punctuation points
Plating Concept
Radial fine-dining composition inspired by desert erosion patterns, with extreme negative space and sculptural heat-light contrast.
