Summer at Potager House: Sunlight, Flavours & Easy Living
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As summer unfolds across the hinterland, Potager House embraces the flavours of the season with dishes that celebrate simplicity, freshness, and a touch of indulgence. Rolling hills glow in emerald green, the ocean sparkles in the distance, and every corner of this retreat - from the wide veranda to the pool house - invites you to slow down and savour the season.
Picture this:
You step barefoot onto the terrace, coffee in hand, and the morning sun warms the gardens. Herbs and summer fruit from Potager’s own kitchen garden perfume the air. Across the pool, water catches the sunlight, shimmering in inviting shades of blue, while the pool house offers a shaded nook to relax, sip, and watch the day unfold.
1. Summer Flavours at Potager – A Kitchen Garden
The summer menu celebrates the season’s bounty, showcasing crisp, garden-fresh herbs and vibrant fruit from Potager’s own garden. Begin with warm sourdough and cultured butter, or enjoy a light starter of garden crudités with smoked macadamia dip. Seasonal highlights might include heirloom tomatoes with Byron Bay mozzarella, watermelon gazpacho, or raw fish with finger lime and cucumber foam - each dish designed to reflect the freshness and generosity of summer.
2. Long, Leisurely Lunches
Take your meal outside on the veranda, where sunlight spills across the terrace and gentle breezes carry the scent of the garden. A long, unhurried lunch here - paired with a glass of local wine or sparkling water - is a celebration of taste, time, and tranquillity.
3. Signature Summer Cocktails
As the afternoon softens, cocktail hour begins. Let Potager’s signature creations - like the Twinkle, Strawberry Daiquiri, or Blushing Dragon - spark inspiration. Muddle fresh garden herbs, add a splash of citrus, or shake something sparkling and bright, and let the ritual of crafting a drink become part of the pleasure. Sip slowly in the pool house or on the terrace, listening to the gentle lap of the water, as twilight settles across the hinterland.
4. Poolside Relaxation
The pool is a stage for effortless summer enjoyment - cool swims in the morning, sunlit lounging in the afternoon, and gentle reflection as the day softens. The pool house provides shade, soft seating, and panoramic views, making it the perfect spot for a cocktail, a good book, or simply watching sunlight dance across the water.
Summer at Potager House is a season of quiet indulgence: fresh flavours, long lunches, colourful cocktails, and moments that stretch luxuriously from sunrise to twilight. It’s a celebration of taste, time, and connection - with the landscape, with loved ones, and with the effortless elegance of this French-inspired retreat.
Book your stay or dining experience at Potager House and savour the season in style.