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Simon Wilkinson is the restaurant reviewer at The Advertiser and plays a lead role in compiling the delicious. 100 list every year. While living and working as a journalist in London, he has followed the food trails of Europe from Sardinia to Scandinavia. He lives in Adelaide’s beachside suburbs where he is an enthusiastic home cook.

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Food & Wine

Grilled squid at Tuno Izakaya, North Adelaide

Ramen bar with a chef who learns from the masters

The owner/chef at this North Adelaide restaurant takes his craft seriously, repeatedly travelling to Japan to learn from culinary masters. But is his food worthy of an Iron Chef?

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Boeuf bourguignon at Maison Clement, Adelaide

Forget fine dining – this French bistro celebrates humble cuisine

A new value-conscious French bistro in Adelaide shows a different side to classic dishes such as boeuf bourguignon and crème brulee. But is the food très magnifique?

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Lemongrass prawns at Sth Restaurant, King William Rd, Unley

First-class carriage must get back on track: Sth Restaurant reviewed

The train-inspired interior is beautifully crafted but some unexpected detours in the cooking need attention.

Food & Wine

Crispy pork belly bao, dumplings and other dishes at Paper Tiger, Rundle St

Rundle Street’s new king of the jungle: Paper Tiger reviewed

An iconic East End venue has seen a succession of restaurants come and go. But our food reviewer says the latest eatery is shaping up as something very special.

Food & Wine

Miso-marinated sardines with charred leek at Essen restaurant, Artisans of Barossa

Wine-lovers’ wonderland adds stunning food to its repertoire

The appointment of a new chef with a stellar CV makes this Barossa cellar door with a difference a must-visit destination.

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Koyo, Prospect - SA Weekend restaurant review

This new Japanese spot isn’t playing it safe – and it works

The duo behind a new Prospect restaurant is determined to break a few rules – as you’ll discover upon biting into brilliant grilled skewers and an inspired pumpkin snack.

Food & Wine

Dining room at Coal Cellar and Grill, Hilton Adelaide

Top of the chops: Handsome CBD restaurant does classics brilliantly

Unpretentious cooking, rather than the tricky stuff, is this restaurant’s strong suit. But Simon Wilkinson recommends sticking to mains – everything else can be given the chop.

SA Weekend

Selection of curries at The Standpipe Hotel, Port Augusta Picture: Supplied

An Indian feast worth changing your drive home for

Mixing classic northern Indian fare and modern Australian cooking, this restaurant offers a double-banger menu that’s worth the change in route.

Food & Wine

Beyond exquisite: Cellar door with 130yo history prevails

Angove might be better known for its fine St Agnes brandies and a large-scale winery/distillery in the Riverland, but its McLaren Vale cellar door lunch is from a different planet.

SA Weekend

Does this beloved CBD restaurant still stack up after owner change?

It’s one of the CBD’s most popular, best-loved restaurants, known for its huge servings – but since it changed hands two years ago, does it still hold up?

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