Ball On A Budget With Pony’s $26 Potato Pavé And Wine Deal For Two
Melbourne, it’s time to saddle up for a very special offer from beloved Armadale eatery, Pony.
For just $26 per person, you can tuck into crispy potato pavé with cacio e pepe aioli and pecorino, paired with a carafe from winemaker Xavier Goodridge’s Gippsland range, with your choice of Chardonnay or Pinot Noir.
While saving is officially in, that doesn’t mean enjoying the dining delights has to be out. With many of us keeping a closer eye on our spending, an excellent meal out shouldn’t feel completely off the cards.
That’s why we’ve joined forces with ING to serve up something special across 12 standout restaurants across Australia. Launching with a fresh set of dishes each month, these bite-sized baller moments are all about chef-driven snacks, iconic bar orders and little tastes of luxury without the eye-watering price tag.
In August, Pony is leading the charge with a delightful snack pairing. For the pavé, the spuds are sourced from Natoora and thinly sliced, layered with rich cream, pressed overnight and then fried until crispy. A sharp pecorino from Savour and Grace and a decadent cacio e pepe aioli round out the dish nicely.
The wine is just as impressive, coming from winemaker Xavier Goodridge, a dear friend of the restaurant and a purveyor of excellent Victorian drops at reasonable prices. Pick from a carafe of Gippsland Chardonnay or Pinot Noir, settle in and feel deeply chuffed with your very good decision.
Because yes, while many of us are thinking about saving, that doesn't always mean fancy meals have to drop off from the schedule entirely. And if the good thing just so happens to be crispy potato pavé, cacio e pepe aioli and a carafe of Gippsland wine at Pony, who are we to say no?
The Details
What: Pony’s crispy potato pavé with cacio e pepe aioli and pecorino, plus a Xavier Goodridge Gippsland Chardonnay or Pinot Noir carafe
When: 10 August–6 September 2026
Where: Pony, 14 Beatty Avenue, Armadale, VIC, 3143
Price: $26 per person, minimum two guests
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