We’re Hosting an Avatar: Fire and Ash-Themed Dinner at Ibushi – You Can Win a Double Pass

Oscar-winning filmmaker James Cameron’s original Avatar premiered in 2009. Thirteen years later, we got to watch the story continue in Avatar: The Way of Water. And on December 18, fans will be taken back to Pandora in an immersive new adventure – Avatar: Fire and Ash.

To celebrate the upcoming release, Sydney’s robata-style restaurant Ibushi will transform into an otherworldly experience for one night only. On Thursday October 2, chef Chris Kim will plate up signature dishes cooked over flames in a nod to the new film – and one Broadsheet reader can win a double pass to experience the theatrics.

Before the dinner, guests will be treated to a special 3D screening in IMAX Sydney of Avatar: The Way of Water, which is back in cinemas for a limited time. Then, on to the main event.

Every detail of Ibushi (part of multi-venue Japanese precinct Prefecture 48 on Sussex Street) is inspired by fire and smoke: ash-grey walls mimic charcoal, and an art installation – titled Kemuri, which roughly translates to “fumes” – on the ceiling by Filipino-Belgian wire artist Racso Jugarap replicates the movement of smoke.

Taking cues from Pandora – the Earth-like moon and home of the blue Na’vi – the fit-out will take on bioluminescent, magical qualities through installations by artist and florist Doctor Cooper.

A special-edition cocktail will be served on the night – Roku gin, Blue Curacao, coconut cordial and Supasawa (a sour, acidic mixer), combined into a glowing pour complete with a flaming garnish.

Speaking of fire, the true star of the show at Ibushi is the food. A highlight from Kim’s menu is the tender braised octopus, finished on the charcoal grill for added smokiness and topped with a teriyaki glaze and grated dehydrated oysters. A special mention also goes to the tuna tartare on crispy rice and the prawn tsukune (skewered meatballs, typically chicken but not in this version) cooked yakitori-style.

Kim has become known for his ability to play with the foundational elements of fire and smoke. He sees the robata grill as a creative canvas, and an opportunity to highlight local produce, particularly fresh seafood and seasonal vegetables. Fitting for the upcoming release of Avatar: Fire and Ash.

Want in? All you have to do is enter the competition here before 11:59pm on September 30, 2025. Terms and conditions apply.

This competition has now closed. Congratulations to our winners, Jasmine M. and Joan K.

This article is produced by Broadsheet in partnership with 20th Century Studios. Avatar: The Way of Water is back in cinemas from October 2, 2025 for one week only. Avatar: Fire and Ash premieres on December 18, 2025.