On Sunday 8 June 2025, guests joined Re’em Yarra Valley Restaurant for our inaugural Dian Xin lunch during the King’s Birthday long weekend.
The special lunch experience celebrated handcrafted dumplings, shared dining and contemporary Chinese-inspired flavours in the heart of the Yarra Valley. Throughout the afternoon, guests enjoyed a curated selection of bite-sized dishes created with premium local ingredients. In addition, the kitchen paired the menu with wines from Helen & Joey Estate.
Set amongst panoramic vineyard views, the Dian Xin lunch brought together relaxed dining, estate wines and warm hospitality within one unforgettable afternoon. As a result, guests enjoyed a long lunch experience that reflected both tradition and contemporary dining.
Dian Xin Sample Menu
The inaugural menu featured a selection of handcrafted dumplings and small dishes, including:
- Shepherd’s purse dumpling with pickled cucumber
- Bamboo shoot dumpling with marigold and red sorrel
- Vegetarian spring roll with truffle mayonnaise
- Scallop and chive shumai with Yarra Valley caviar
- Crispy soy skin and prawn
- Prawn and ginger dumpling with ginger sauce
- Beef meatballs with Worcestershire sauce
- Chicken shumai with pickled cucumber
Meanwhile, guests paired the dishes with estate wines while overlooking the vineyards and surrounding Yarra Valley landscape.
Long Lunch in the Yarra Valley
The Dian Xin lunch also showcased the evolving food philosophy at Re’em Yarra Valley, where contemporary Chinese-inspired cooking meets premium Yarra Valley produce and estate-grown wines.
We would like to thank all guests who joined us for the inaugural Dian Xin lunch. We also look forward to sharing more seasonal dining experiences at Helen & Joey Estate in the future.
