Interviews Articles
Bullied as a child, Jigs Liwanag spent a great deal of time in the kitchen with his Grandmother – it’s no surprise that her recipes are still very close to his heart. Starting his career as a nurse, h...
Growing up, Gabriele Pezzimenti’s kitchen was a constant fusion of traditions and stories – each meal a celebration of heritage. With his Mum going back to work early to support the family, Gabriele s...
From Eleven Madison Park and Noma to Restaurant Botanic, Justin James’ career reads like a masterclass in fine dining, but his new venture is deeply personal. Speaking exclusively to AGFG, Justin lays...
Josh Hingston discovered the joy of cooking in his Grandma’s kitchen where he was inspired by her advocacy for sustainable practices, local sourcing and ingredients....
Dalton Fernandes’ culinary journey began in the vibrant kitchens of Mumbai in India where his passion for cooking was ignited. Now he blends his global expertise with local Australian produce at Angel...
Cheolmin (Don) Park is a complete perfectionist at heart – continuously trying, failing and trying again! With a strong passion for both Western and Asian cooking styles, this Chef enjoys balancing bi...
From the moment Jono Sweet stepped into the kitchen on work experience, he was drawn to the energy, precision and creativity of the Chefs. Jono now finds himself leading the team at Rumi on Louth in P...
Cooking with Native Ingredients is a culinary journey rooted in culture. And, leading the charge is Troy Benjamin - hoping to change the way Aussies see ‘bush tucker’....
You could say Alessandra D’Angelo’s culinary journey has been shaped by her children. Now Chef and owner of plant-based Italian Melbourne restaurant Funghi e Tartufo, Alessandra was a single Mum focus...
At the heart of every kitchen, behind every simmering pot and fragrant spice, lies a story - one of resilience, heritage and love. If food is a universal language, then mother-daughter duo, Sivine Tab...
As Chief Operating Officer for Salter Brothers Hospitality, Andrea oversees a national portfolio made up of 20 boutique hotels and 29 restaurants located throughout Queensland, New South Wales and Sou...
Immersed in a rich Italian food culture from a young age, Davide Foschi developed a deep appreciation for culinary traditions. Making the bold decision to move to London from Rome at age 20, it was th...
In the high-heat, even higher-stakes world of hospitality, where the pressure is as relentless as a baker's oven, Kay-Lene Tan has found her sweet spot. As Executive Pastry Chef at LK Hospitality’s Yu...
From using every part of your ingredients to mastering the art of flavour, these Italian home cooking tips, tricks and traditions from six Aussie Chefs will transform your cooking....
For more than two decades, Nicole Konstandakopoulos has been the beating heart of one of Melbourne’s most beloved Greek institutions, Stalactites. As part of our International Women’s Day series, we d...
The upcoming opening of Melbourne’s Market Pavilion on Thursday, March 27, marks more than the launch of another dining precinct. Instead, it’s a celebration of food, fun and the formidable females dr...
One of the biggest challenges Australian women face is the expectation they have to do it all – balancing career, family, friendships, parenting and personal well-being. As we celebrate Australian wom...
Dishing up a non-pretentious take on Southeast Asian food, Migo Razon finds inspiration from everywhere – his home, the places he has travelled and explored, along with his Mum’s cooking....
Krish Dutt’s culinary journey began in the vibrant islands of Fiji, where the rich flavours and local ingredients first sparked his passion for cooking. At 20, this passion led him to the Cook Islands...
Clement Chauvin was a picky eater growing up – his hard-working mother couldn’t be bothered cooking so his food education was poor and he wasn’t adventurous in regards to new dishes. A move from his b...