For someone who spends most of the week indoors, in an area without any windows whatsoever, Salvage is a delightful change of scenery. Imagine sitting outdoors under a big umbrella, soaking in the beautiful gorgeous sunshine, enjoying a delicious fresh meal and a good cup of coffee with a dear friend...such a relaxing start to the weekend!
Now with 'specialty coffee' in its name, you definitely expect some exceptional coffee. And yes, Salvage actually listed the origin for their coffee beans, displayed on a huge blackboard next to the coffee machine. When I visited, the blend was 66% Guatemala Santa Isabel and 33% Ethiopia Kolowa...which means nothing to me, other than the fact they are super keen to perfect the taste of their coffee with the right ratio of beans. And honestly, when my cappuccino arrived, I was rather disappointed that it was only just warm. Such a shame as it seemed like it was good roast and blend with beautiful latte art to match!
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| Cappuccino $3.50 |
I loved how Salvage offers so many weekend specials for food! I decided to try the Gobble Gobble, which sounded like it was inspired by the Christmas season with ingredients such as turkey, cranberry and red currant! Indeed the dish was just so delicious, fresh with a homemade feel. I loved the textural complexity of the dish - tender turkey meat, crunchy toasted pistachios...with a lovely prosciutto layer to finish. And I absolutely loved the homemade cherry and red currant jam! I am such a big fan of chunky jams with generous bits of fruit especially berries. May be a bit too sweet for some though but was simply amazing with the toasted crunchy seeded sourdough...yum!
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Gobble Gobble: Turkey, cranberry & pistachio terrine, wrapped in prosciutto,
served with cherry & red currant jam & seeded sourdough toast $18 |
My friend decided to order the three little piggies which was pork cooked three ways. While bringing out the dish to us, the waiter was so eager to point out that the dish was arranged in the shape of a pig! He was like..see.. the tail and the snout made out of pork crackling, body of slow cooked pork and the salad leaves as the ears! Very adorable indeed. And besides presentation, this dish delivered! I loved the crunchy crackling contrasted by the juicy slow cooked pork and the delicate pork floss. The chutney and salad also added a good tangy taste to the dish to cut through all the meatiness.
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Three Little Piggies - pork three ways: pork rillettes, pork floss & pork crackling
served with apple & galangal chutney with nasturtium apple & radish salad. $18 |
All in all, Salvage is an ideal weekend brunch cafe to be outdoors, enjoying the company of good friends in a relaxed environment. I would be keen to come back for the weekend brunch specials. However, Salvage may not be so ideal in rainy weather as there was only one bench for indoor seating...
Salvage Specialty Coffee
5 Wilkes Avenue, Artarmon
Mon - Fri: 6:30am - 2:30pm
Sat: 7:30am - 2:30pm
Sun: 8:00am - 1:00pm
