Justin Hemmes announces plans for Ivy precinct
A French bistro, an Italian restaurant and bar, a Mexican eatery and a Lebanese restaurant will open in the coming months.
Ovolo Fortitude Valley’s new restaurant
Chef Roy Ner is spearheading the Middle Eastern-inspired bar and kitchen.
Louis Tikaram returns to Australia
After five years at LA hot spot E.P. & L.P., the chef is coming home.
Omnia opens in Melbourne
The venue will offer a European bistro and a world-class cocktail bar.
Richard Ousby exits Stokehouse
After six years with Van Haandel Group, the chef will take some time off before making his next move.
Dan Hong’s Lotus returns
Lotus 2.0 will take the place of The Fish Shop, which will close after seven years in business.
New sous chef at Pontoon
The arrival of Marco Valcárcel Alonso coincides with a Basque takeover of the St Kilda restaurant.
Scott Pickett opens Lupo
The venue is dishing up relaxed Italian fare cooked by a former Eleven Madison Park chef.
Hospo for Life launches
The organisation will provide hospitality workers with 24/7 access to psychologists.
Daniel San manager admits to stealing $50,000
Over a six-month period, the employee failed to record cash transactions and would instead pocket the money.