Wardy's at Manly and Peter Lehmanns Resling

Yesterday was one of those days here in Ipswich that I dread - 37 C, no breeze and humid as hell. So we decided to go down to the bay in the hope that it would be a bit more comfortable. It was still hot and humid with a slight sea breeze. We were after some lunch and on a recommendation from a friend (thanks Justin!)we went to Wardy's on the Water at Manly Esplanade. First up I have to say that the service was first class - we had a new waitress (she only been there for 2 days) that made the whole experience a joy. The food was 1st rate. We had duck spring rolls with an Asian dipping sauce to share as a starter, followed by battered whiting - for me - and my wife had salt and pepper squid and prawns. Simple, classic dishes made perfectly. The food was perfectly matched by a bottle of Peter Lehmann's 2005 Riesling. I feel this has to be the best Riesling for your money. It went perfect with the duck and the sweet dipping sauce and complimented the light seafood dishes that we had. The whole thing was wrapped up by excellent coffee and beautiful light dessert. Extremely highly recommend by The JW's!