Just in time for spring, Halcyon House fuels your Côte d’Azur fantasies even more, thanks to a partnership with French vodka brand, Grey Goose.
Photography: Madeline Johnson (cocktails and food), Kara Rosenlund (Halcyon House, Paper Daisy)
The Paper Daisy
The Paper Daisy
Strawberry-infused vermouth, strawberry shrub, Grey Goose, rhubarb syrup, egg white and lemon juice, garnished with a tarragon leaf.
Andy Wren
Andy Wren
The Australian Grey Goose brand ambassador designed the new cocktail menu at Halcyon House.
Le Grand Fizz
Le Grand Fizz
Grey Goose, St-Germain elderflower liqueur, wedges of fresh lime and soda.
Rhubarb and pear highball
Rhubarb and pear highball
Grey Goose La Poire, lemon juice, rhubarb cordial and soda.
Poolside at Halcyon House
Poolside at Halcyon House
The blue-and-white palette of the refurbished ’60s surfer motel transports you to the Côte d’Azur.
Grey Goose Vodka celebration kit
Grey Goose Vodka celebration kit
Guests staying at Halycon House throughout spring will receive a complimentary Grey Goose celebration kit, which features all the ingredients needed to make Le Grand Fizz.
Grey Goose Espresso Martini
Grey Goose Espresso Martini
Wren’s Espresso Martini is less cloying than others, and is always made with a pinch of fleur de sel.
Artworks in a Halcyon House Master Room
Artworks in a Halcyon House Master Room
Anna Spiro designed the interiors of the luxe boutique hotel at Cabarita Beach, mixing French Riviera style with vintage and antiques.
Superior Room, Halcyon House
Superior Room, Halcyon House
Textured wallpaper and layered blue linens give rooms a luxurious feel.
The lounge area at Paper Daisy
The lounge area at Paper Daisy
Guests can kick-off proceedings here with a Le Grand Fizz cocktail.
Grey Goose cocktail cart
Grey Goose cocktail cart
Halcyon House and Grey Goose are both big fans of the blue-and-white look.
Balconies overlooking the ocean
Balconies overlooking the ocean
The view of Halcyon House from Cabarita Beach.
French Reviver
French Reviver
Grey Goose, Cointreau, lemon juice, Earl Grey-infused Lillet Blanc and a hint of absinthe.
Dry-aged pork loin
Dry-aged pork loin
Served with romanesco, cavolo nero and pistachio.
Spanish mackerel
Spanish mackerel
Served with egg yolk and sea lettuce.
Coal-roasted fish with salted lemon and cucumbers
Coal-roasted fish with salted lemon and cucumbers
Wren says the Grey Goose Martini is a perfect match for protein, whether it’s Paper Daisy’s coal-roasted fish or caramelised pork neck with Davidson’s plum glaze.
Mozzarella with zucchini and pumpkin seeds
Mozzarella with zucchini and pumpkin seeds
Light dishes such as this fresh mozzarella with zucchini are perfectly suited to Le Grand Fizz, Wren’s delicate spring take on a Spritz.