{"id":5755,"date":"2026-05-06T07:43:08","date_gmt":"2026-05-06T07:43:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/australia\/5755\/"},"modified":"2026-05-06T07:43:08","modified_gmt":"2026-05-06T07:43:08","slug":"meet-the-egg-supplier-behind-the-grounds-iconic-brunch","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/australia\/5755\/","title":{"rendered":"Meet the Egg Supplier Behind The Grounds\u2019 Iconic Brunch"},"content":{"rendered":"

At The Grounds \u2013 whether in Alexandria<\/a> or the city<\/a> \u2013 eggs aren\u2019t just a side note. They\u2019re the base of some of the venues\u2019 most popular dishes, from baked eggs to free-range eggs Florentine. And group executive chef Paul McGrath says having high-quality eggs sets the standard for everything else on the plate.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt might sound simple, but there\u2019s a real difference between a good egg and a great one,\u201d he says. \u201cA great egg has a bright, rich yolk and a firm white that holds together well. Even in something as straightforward as scrambled eggs or a poached egg a high-quality egg transforms the experience, making the dish more vibrant, creamy, and enjoyable.\u201d<\/p>\n

That\u2019s where long-term supplier Newlay Eggs<\/a> comes in. It sources eggs directly from two boutique NSW farms \u2013 one near Londonderry and another in Stroud \u2013 and delivers them to some of Sydney\u2019s most popular kitchens, including The Grounds.<\/p>\n

McGrath says what stood out about Newlay Eggs was the consistency. \u201cEvery egg is similar in size, colour and texture, which makes a big difference in a busy kitchen,\u201d he says. \u201cThe eggs also have a natural richness in flavour \u2013 their reliability in cooking and plating is invaluable.\u201d<\/p>\n

For Lawrence Salvestrin from Newlay, egg quality all comes down to how quickly the eggs are moved. \u201cThey\u2019re super fresh,\u201d he says. \u201cWithin a couple of days [of being laid], they\u2019re in our warehouse and out on trucks.\u201d Some deliveries even arrive the same day they\u2019re laid.<\/p>\n

That turnaround is key in a category where freshness isn\u2019t always obvious to the end customer. \u201cSome of the stuff you get in the supermarket can be weeks old,\u201d Salvestrin says.<\/p>\n

At The Grounds, this distinguishing characteristic shows up on the pass. \u201cHigh-quality eggs give chefs confidence. If eggs aren\u2019t consistent in texture or taste, even a simple dish like an omelette or custard can be compromised,\u201d McGrath says. \u201cUsing the right eggs means every dish comes out as intended, both in taste and appearance.\u201d<\/p>\n

The way the eggs are handled plays a role, too. Eggs are sensitive to temperature and handling, and small changes can affect how they cook. Newlay\u2019s transportation and storage methods gave McGrath and his team even more reason to choose their eggs.<\/p>\n

Almost as important as the quality of the eggs is the relationship between supplier and kitchen. \u201cKnowing we can count on Newlay for consistent eggs allows us to highlight them in dishes where they\u2019re the focus,\u201d McGrath says.<\/p>\n

Behind the scenes, both businesses use Ordermentum to manage orders and stock. For Newlay, it\u2019s replaced a manual system of handwritten invoices. \u201cIt just makes it a lot easier. I can now put orders in on the go and I\u2019m not chasing paperwork,\u201d Salvestrin says.<\/p>\n

Processes have been streamlined on the venues\u2019 end, too. \u201cIt helps ensure accurate orders, simplifies stock management, and makes it easier to work with multiple suppliers,\u201d McGrath says. \u201cThis reduces errors and stress, allowing the team to focus on cooking and plating, and know that inventory is reliable.\u201d<\/p>\n

He adds it\u2019s particularly important when it comes to handling eggs. \u201cEggs are perishable and need to be managed carefully. A reliable system ensures we always have the right stock, avoids waste and keeps the kitchen running smoothly.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n

The article is produced by Broadsheet in partnership with Ordermentum<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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