Ah… feeling really nostalgic this week. Remembering the amazing evening that was New years eve on Sydney harbour with Sophie, Bob and about 10 mates. It was stunning, because of the natural beauty of the location, the amazing fireworks, but also, because if there is one thing Australians do really well, it’s incinerate meat in any location… even off the back of a boat.
After many hours working our way from Balmain yacht club down to the Opera house, and even more time mooring the boat in a perfect location with a perfect view of the imminent fireworks display over the city, we finally were ready to commence drinking and lighting the bbq. Amazingly every boat was following this yearly ritual and the smell of grilled meat permeated the harbour. We had marinated shashlicks grilled to perfection, green and potato salad, loads of cheese and lashings of wine and champagne.
By the time the 9 pm fireworks started we were fully satiated, high on champagne and the anticipation of the main event.
What a main event it was too! Spectacular and never ending. Surely the greatest fireworks display in the world.
At 2am we commenced the trip back under the bridge, back to balmain, dropping guests off on the way.
By 3am we were back and by 4am fully charged on the visual feast I struggled to sleep.
I really hope to be their guest again any year they’ll have me! Thanks Sophe and Bob. Wild night!
