Peel Street’s newest small bar, Paloma Bar and Pantry, brings Southern European vibes to downtown Adelaide. “Paloma will be truly unique amongst the Peel Street offerings. Each aspect behind our drinks, food and design has been thoughtfully curated, bringing a new dimension to the CBD bar scene,” said Paloma manager, Luke Fleming. The venue is owned by the Palmer Hospitality Group, which includes fellow nightspots 2WK, The Warradale and The Highway.

Chef Louis Halstead will preside over the pantry, putting together a short menu that will revolve around pickled, fermented and preserved fare, such as duck rillettes with candied pears and hot smoked ocean trout with wholegrain mustard mayonnaise. “These snack-style meals are homely and informal and they pair well with our drinks,” Fleming said. You will also be able to raid the pantry yourself, with jams, relishes and ferments available to buy so you can stock up the cupboards at home.

The interiors, which were curated by designer Claire Kneebone and Folland Panozzo Architects, are made up of soft biscuit and ecru shades, which are paired with embossed wall panels and herringbone floors for added warmth and texture. The bohemian bar design was inspired by post-Impressionist painters like Pablo Picasso and Giorgio Morandi and includes an original artwork by local artist Neil Thwaite.

House preserved ingredients will also spill over into the cocktail list, which was created by manager Luke Fleming with bartender Vanessa Rech (ex-2KW). Agave spirits like tequila and mezcal will be a feature, alongside bitter European liqueurs like Amaro. The bar’s namesake, a Mexican tipple made from tequila, grapefruit and soda, will also be available.

Paloma Bar & Pantry is located at 20 Peel Street, Adelaide. Opening hours are Mon – Thu 4pm – 12am, Fri 12pm – 2am, Sat 4pm – 2am. For more details, head to palomabarandpantry.com.au