Wine Guides & Tips

Friday Night Favourites, Perfectly Paired

Published 11 June 2026

Discover five delicious pairings that bring a restaurant-style touch to your next Friday night in.

A restaurant-style night in

Your favourite comfort foods are even better with the right wine. Whether it’s classic pizza, fresh fish and chips or fragrant Pad Thai, explore our winemakers’ guide to pairings for an effortless night in.

Herbed

Panko-Crumbed Fish & Beer Battered Fries

Elevate your favourite takeaway with this herbed panko-crumbed fish served alongside beer-battered fries.

 

Crispy on the outside and tender within, it pairs beautifully with the zesty citrus and herbal notes of our Private Bin Sauvignon Blanc.

Wood-fired

Burrata and Mortadella Pizza

Aromatic, salty and indulgent, this Burrata and Mortadella pizza is ideal for sharing or savouring solo.

 

Pair it with our vibrant, fruit-driven Private Bin Rosé for a deliciously fresh contrast you’ll return to again and again.

Comforting

Butter Chicken

Rich, fragrant and gently spiced, this creamy curry calls for a wine with equal generosity.

Our Private Bin Chardonnay, crafted in a cool-climate style, brings ripe stone fruit flavours and a soft, rounded texture, balanced by refreshing acidity. The wine’s subtle complexity complements the curry’s warming spices, while its fresh acidity cuts through the richness, creating a beautifully balanced pairing.

Classic

Beef Burger

Juicy, savoury and undeniably satisfying, a classic beef burger is a Friday night staple.

 

The richness of the beef and its smoky, chargrilled flavours pair beautifully with our Private Bin Pinot Noir. For an even more indulgent match, choose a burger topped with melted Swiss cheese and sautéed mushrooms.

Sweet & Savoury

Chicken Pad Thai

Chicken Pad Thai is a much-loved classic, with slippery sweet-savoury noodles, crunchy peanuts and a fresh squeeze of lime.

 

Pair it with our Private Bin Pinot Gris, bursting with juicy red apple, nashi pear and delicate honeysuckle notes that complement the dish’s vibrant flavours.