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5 MINUTES WITH EMANUELE PELONERO
Hedonist Collaroy brings a new level of dining to Collaroy, with a menu built around bold, ingredient-led flavours.
At its core is Head Chef Emanuele Pelonero, whose refined approach proves that simplicity, when done well, can be the most memorable experience of all. His belief is straightforward yet powerful: let the best ingredients speak for themselves, cooked with restraint, and seasoned to perfection. The result is dining that feels both refined and deeply satisfying.
Emanuele, you describe Hedonist as “pleasure forward.” What does that look like on the plate?
Pleasure is clarity. We source the best local ingredients and let them speak: clean flavours, perfect seasoning, restraint. If we do our job, the first bite tells you everything.
How does the beachside location shape the menu?
We’re part of a beachside community, so the cooking is bright and relaxed: flame-seared, citrus, silky sauces, crisp textures. It should feel uncomplicated, memorable, and made for sharing.
The flavours of spring?
For me, spring is all about freshness and vibrancy. The new menu highlights seasonal vegetables, delicate herbs and bright citrus notes that bring lightness and energy to the plate.
I want guests to feel that same sense of excitement when they taste the dishes. I’m also bringing back three desserts, including some of our guests’ favourites. It is a way to celebrate spring while honouring the dishes our regulars love most.
Signature sip to start?
Drinks follow the same philosophy as the food: simple, refined and full of flavour. A Hedonist Margarita or a crisp aperitif sets the tone perfectly, supported by a considered list of wines and spirits.
Insider tip:
Monday Pasta, Thursday Steak nights, and early week Happy Hour are local favourites. It's great value, great atmosphere, and the perfect lead into dinner.
Add Hedonist to your list of must-visit restaurants this spring. Proper food, thoughtfully prepared and centred on pleasure with every plate.
"Source well, cook simply. Season like you mean it."
The Chef’s Picks: Steak, Pasta & Live Vibes
Dry-aged Steak & Fries | $30
When it’s Thursday, it’s this: a perfectly cooked cut with crispy fries and a good glass of red. Classic dining pleasure, no garnish circus.
Pasta & Wine, Perfectly Paired | $30
Monday nights are all about pasta, with a selection of dishes paired with a glass of wine carefully chosen by Venue Manager Tua to complement every plate.
Sunday Live Tunes, Long Lunches
On Sundays, Hedonist pairs relaxed lunches with live music, creating the perfect setting for good food, fine wine, and the easy rhythm of the weekend.
Hedonist | 1135 Pittwater Rd, Collaroy 2097 | 1300 712 743 | @hedonist.collaroy | www.hedonistcollaroy.com.au
