Vivid Residence

Chef Manoella Buffara, a true trailblazer of sustainable dining and Latin America's Best Female Chef 2022, brings her culinary artistry to Sydney’s shores for an unforgettable Vivid Residence at Ploós.

This is a rare opportunity to revel in her vibrant, boundary-pushing Brazilian fare as she works with Ploós Executive Chef Peter Conistis to craft an unforgettable fine-dining experience. All set within the stunning action of Vivid Sydney's Light Walk, surrounded by installations and with the Harbour Bridge and Sydney Opera House in full, sparkling view.

Chef Manoella’s renowned restaurant, Manu, was the first restaurant helmed by a woman in Brazil to focus solely on a tasting menu and the recipient of the Flor de Caña Sustainable Restaurant Award 2023. Here, her commitment to sustainability and community engagement is second to none — 60% of Manu’s menu is plant-based and she personally knows each locally sourced ingredient and supplier she uses.

This deep sense of humanity and incredible attention to detail translates to the plate for Vivid Sydney where Manoella will serve intricate, elegant and unique dishes across her two-week Vivid Residence. Her focus on seasonal, hyperlocal and sustainable ingredients will spotlight the quality and diversity of NSW produce, all served with a distinctly Brazilian twist. It’s also a chance to see a visionary flex her creativity as she works with new ingredients and in a collaborative context.

Join us as we savour this not-to-be-missed celebration of culture, identity and culinary innovation.