One of our regular chefs at Plough Creek Cooking School is a young Israeli man named Eitan Doran. He is a quietly spoken young man who has worked in many countries including Israel, France, Italy, NZ and of course here in Australia. Like all our guest chefs his passion for quality ingredients and good food is palpable. I have enjoyed working with him in the kitchen numerous times.
Deb & Eitan in the PCH kitchen
After many months of hard work he has recently opened his own food establishment in the CBD of Melbourne.
The Deli Counter is situated at 211 Queen Street, Melbourne.
The Deli Counter is situated at 211 Queen Street, Melbourne.
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I had occasion to have a business meeting with a consultant recently and suggested that we meet at the Deli Counter for coffee and after our meeting maybe have lunch. What a treat.
The venue is rustic and understated. Downstairs the counter displays freshly prepared and cooked food available on the day. The kitchen is open and able to be observed by all patrons. No cooking behind closed doors here – you see exactly how the Chefs prepare and cook the food. Upstairs has tables and chairs and benches and provided a good space to meet and talk.
Coffee was fantastic – now this is what I call a strong coffee.
The venue is rustic and understated. Downstairs the counter displays freshly prepared and cooked food available on the day. The kitchen is open and able to be observed by all patrons. No cooking behind closed doors here – you see exactly how the Chefs prepare and cook the food. Upstairs has tables and chairs and benches and provided a good space to meet and talk.
Coffee was fantastic – now this is what I call a strong coffee.
Yep – that is what I ordered, a strong flat white!! They got it right!!
As my colleague and my conversation became more intense and serious, I asked Eitan if he would mind just providing us with a lunch selection of his choice. We did not want to stop our conversation rhythm and make decisions for lunch….what a treat. Several meat and vegetable dishes were served and followed by a slice of fruit flan and an apple tart. All shared plates.
Delicious.
If you are in Melbourne and need some where for a quick coffee or a yummy breakfast or lunch…..please call in and say hello to Eitan and his team.
Happy tastings … DC
Delicious.
If you are in Melbourne and need some where for a quick coffee or a yummy breakfast or lunch…..please call in and say hello to Eitan and his team.
Happy tastings … DC
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