Stanley at Manly Wharf: A New Home for Cantonese Dining
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Stanley at Manly Wharf: A New Home for Cantonese Dining

A lacquered Peking duck, glistening straight from a custom-built oven. Fresh mud crab wok-tossed in black pepper sauce. A glass of Champagne beside the water. Stanley has brought a new kind of long lunch, and a seriously good dinner, to Manly Wharf.

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TWO HATS. One Very Good Reason To Book A Table At Stanley
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TWO HATS. One Very Good Reason To Book A Table At Stanley

Manly’s waterfront dining scene has a new reason to celebrate. Stanley has been awarded Two Hats by Good Food, putting this Cantonese newcomer firmly on the local food map.

There’s something special about seeing Manly make its mark on Australia’s dining scene, and the latest news is worth raising a glass to.

Stanley, the Cantonese restaurant bringing Hong Kong-inspired dining to Manly Wharf, has received Two Hats from Good Food.

Not a bad way to make an entrance.

Backed by hospitality group Artemus Group, Stanley arrived on the Manly waterfront with an ambitious vision for Chinese dining, led by acclaimed Chef Louis Tikaram.

With impressive seafood, staple Asian flavours and delicacy in every meal, the well-deserved recognition has arrived just as Stanley firmly establishes itself in its new Sydney home.

FROM BRISBANE TO THE BEACHES

Stanley began in Brisbane at Howard Smith Wharves. The Manly opening represents the next chapter for Stanley, grounded in Cantonese cooking, Australian produce and the pleasure of bringing people together over a great meal.

At the helm is Louis Tikaram, a chef whose career has taken him from Australia’s leading restaurant kitchens to Los Angeles, where he led the kitchen at EP & LP in West Hollywood.

Inspired by travels and grounded by his roots, Stanley’s menu showcases some of the best seafood, meat, vegetables and fruit whilst drawing on traditional Cantonese flavours. It's a heavlenly menu designed to be shared, paying homage to his connection with culture, food and family.

It’s a style of dining that feels right at home on the Beaches. Good food, a table full of people and the harbour just beyond the window.

Chef Louis Tikaram

A LITTLE MORE FLAVOUR ON THE WATERFRONT

Manly Wharf has continued to evolve as a destination for dining and entertainment, and Stanley adds another dimension to the mix.

For locals, it means another ambitious restaurant to discover without heading into the city. For visitors, it’s another reason to make a day of Manly, with waterfront dining adding to everything else this part of Sydney does so well.

Birthdays, catch-ups with the girls, celebrations or treating the grandparents. Stanley caters to anyone and everyone who dares to dine.

The Two Hats recognition from Good Food is a significant achievement for the Stanley team and a welcome moment for the local hospitality scene.

We’re always here for a good local success story, especially when it gives us another excuse to explore our own backyard.

White Cut King Fish, Aromatic Soy and Green Chilli

Two Hats? We'll drink to that.

MAKE A DATE WITH STANLEY

Planning your next waterfront lunch or dinner? Put Stanley on the list.

Stanley Manly Wharf | Manly Wharf, East Esplanade, Manly NSW 2095 | stanleyrestaurant.com.au/manly-wharf

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Wattle Court: A Palm Springs Inspired Flagship Showcase Home
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Wattle Court: A Palm Springs Inspired Flagship Showcase Home

To illustrate this dawning of a new era, Wattle Court has celebrated by unveiling a bold and boundary-pushing project – a Palm Springs-inspired flagship home. This mid-century modern masterpiece, designed in collaboration with renowned and super stylish Dani Dean from The Make Haus group, represents a daring new chapter for this custom homebuilding team.

To illustrate this dawning of a new era, Wattle Court has celebrated by unveiling a bold and boundary-pushing project – a Palm Springs-inspired flagship home. This mid-century modern masterpiece, designed in collaboration with renowned and super stylish Dani Dean from The Make Haus group, represents a daring new chapter for this custom homebuilding team.

Combining retro aesthetics with modern functionality, the home is a celebration of design innovation with standout features like a pink-toned kitchen, a vibrant butter-yellow bathroom, and the signature use of the ‘lazy arch’ throughout. Daisy Lawler, Finishes Manager, says it is a design departure that signals Wattle Court’s readiness to take on even the most ambitious client visions.

“We really wanted to show what is possible when you step outside the box. This home was a chance for us to take risks, play with bold colours and prove that a great design can push boundaries without losing functionality and all the while keeping a keen eye on budget.”

The heart of the home, a striking pink kitchen inspired by 1960s retro designs, set the tone for the entire project. Crafted using Cosentino’s Dekton Umber, a durable and responsible porcelain material in a unique terracotta hue, the kitchen merges nostalgia with practicality.

Another bold design element is the 'butter bathroom' featuring customised microcement imported from France. It is lush, textural and unique, and Wattle Court can push it over from your wish list to an inclusion with ease.

“Wattle Court listened to everything we wanted in the home, and the bespoke design delivered beyond our expectations. They involved us from beginning to end, promptly catering to our requests and always being available to answer questions. They clearly love what they do, and it reflects in their communication with their clients. Wattle Court is the only way to go!”
— CFW and Family, Collaroy

Consistency and Teamwork in Every Build

Wattle Court proudly celebrates supplier and trade consistency with some of their trades celebrating a 35-year partnership with Horst and the team. “Our trusted partnerships with exceptional suppliers and skilled craftsmen are the cornerstone of our success in bringing projects like this to life.”

CEO of Wattle Court Homes, Matt Hope, adds, “This flagship home is more than just a bold design. It is a testament to the creativity, craftsmanship and vision that define Wattle Court. The Sydney North team has set a new standard for what we can achieve, demonstrating how we can turn even the most ambitious concepts into reality.”

He also emphasised the broader significance of the project, noting how it reflects the company’s evolving capabilities and inspires confidence in its ability to deliver customised, world-class homes.

“I couldn't be happier to have chosen Horst and his team for not one, but two remarkable home builds. Being a family-run business made all the difference. Wattle Court's local roots brought a sense of care and dedication that shone through at every step.”
— S.H., Collaroy Plateau

“While this home is visually striking, its real impact lies in the message it sends. It redefines what is possible with custom design coupled with buying efficiencies. This home offers potential clients a glimpse into the future of home building with Wattle Court.”

Join Wattle Court as they continue to build homes that resonate with The Beaches’ local identity, ensuring that every project is not just a house, but a place where life unfolds. Wattle Court Sydney North’s custom Palm Springs inspirational home is available for viewing by appointment. Please contact the team on 02 9939 3339 to schedule your personal tour.

Thinking of building your dream home? The hands-on team at Wattle Court offers no-obligation site appraisals and will even scout blocks for sale to help you get started. Ready to build your coastal dreams? Give them a call.

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