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contemporary food in a range of mixed-up styles-sometimes too mixed in my
opinion. It's big and busy and housed in a character-filled 1870s building. Inside
you'll find crisp white tablecloths, a single-page menu, and a stainless steel
kitchen whipping up steam. The signature dishes are the red-roasted spatchcock
(a small chicken) with water chestnut, chicken-and-cashew spring roll, black-
bean mayonnaise, and coconut broth; and the wonderful Caesar salad. Other
favorites include jellyfish with Moroccan-spiced salsa; and poached prawns with
natural oysters, served with wasabi, nori rolls, and soy dressing. The wine list is
extensive.
101 O'Connell St., North Adelaide.
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08/8267 2652.
theoxfordhotel@ozemail.com.au. Reservations rec-
ommended, especially for lunch and dinner Fri and dinner Sat. Main courses A$15-A$21 (US$9.40-US$13).
AE, DC, MC, V. Sun-Thurs 9am-2am; Fri-Sat 9am-3am. Bus: 182, 22, 224, 226, 228, or 229.
SEEING THE SIGHTS
Adelaide is a very laid-back city. It's not jam-packed with tourist-oriented attrac-
tions like some of the larger state capitals, though the Migration Museum (see
below) is easily one of the best museums in Australia. The best way to enjoy this
pleasant city is to take things nice and easy. Take a walk beside the River Tor-
rens, take the tram to the beachside suburb of Glenelg, and spend the evenings
sipping wine and sampling some of the country's best alfresco dining.
THE TOP ATTRACTIONS
Art Gallery of South Australia
Adelaide's premier public art gallery has
a good range of local and overseas works and a fine Asian ceramics collection.
Of particular interest are Charles Hall's
Proclamation of South Australia 1836,
Nicholas Chevalier's painting of the departure of explorers Burke and Wills from
Melbourne; several examples of works by Australian painters Sidney Nolan,
Albert Tucker, and Arthur Boyd; and some excellent contemporary art. The
bookshop has an extensive collection of art publications. Allow 1 to 2 hours.
North Terrace.
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08/8207 7000.
Free admission. Daily 10am-5pm. Guided tours Mon-Fri 11am and 2pm;
Sat-Sun 11am and 3pm. Closed Christmas Day. Bus: City Loop.
The Migration Museum
This tiny museum, dedicated to immigra-
tion and multiculturalism, is one of the most important and fascinating in Aus-
tralia. With touching, personal displays, it tells the story of the waves of
immigrants who have helped shape this multicultural society, from the boatloads
of convicts who came here in 1788 to the ethnic groups who have been trick-
ling in over the past 2 centuries. Allow 1 hour.
82 Kintore Ave.
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08/8207 7580.
Admission by donation. Mon-Fri 10am-5pm; Sat-Sun and public holi-
days 1-5pm. Closed Good Friday and Christmas. Bus: Any to North Terrace.
The National Wine Centre of Australia
This architectural masterpiece
concentrates on Australia's 53 wine regions. Interactive exhibits and displays
allow you to blend your own virtual wine. The Tasting Gallery displays an exten-
sive range of Australian wines, and the wine tasting packages allow you to taste
some of the rarest vintages. A restaurant and bar overlook the Centre, which has
its own vineyard. You can fit the Wine Centre in with a visit to the nearby
Botanic Gardens.
Hackney Rd. (eastern end of Northern Terrace).
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08/8222 9288.
wineaustralia.com.au. Admission A$11
(US$7.15) adults, A$6 (US$3.90) children under 18 (must be accompanied by an adult), A$29 (US$19) fami-
lies. Wine-tasting packages from A$5-A$20 (US$3.25-US$13). Mon-Fri 9am-5.30pm. Closed Good Friday
and Christmas Day. Limited parking on-site. Bus: Adelaide free bus, stop at Botanic Gardens
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