Executive Chef, Jason Camillo, has been at the helm of Collins Kitchen since its inception in 2008 and hails from the hallowed Barossa Valley – one of Australia’s best known food regions. A clear passion for regional produce is evident from the procession of finessed rustic dishes on the menu, and inspired by his Italian heritage. Plus, his… Continue Reading
Category Archives: Meet Our Chefs
Meet Ian Curley
British born, long time Australian resident, Ian Curley is the quintessential classical chef. Maintaining a traditional approach to cooking, Ian has seen food trends come and go, but his philosophy remains the same, ‘Keep it honest and flavorsome – it’s as simple as that.’ When Ian talks about food you can’t help but want to… Continue Reading
Meet Heath Dumesny from Locale
Fresh food and fine skills combined with a passion for creating sensational dishes make Heath the ideal choice as head Chef for our Yarra Valley Restaurant. … Continue Reading
Meet Paul Stafford
Meet Paul Stafford – fabulous Chef, and owner of ‘Spice Island’ catering company, Guest House & Cooking School.… Continue Reading
Meet Stuart McVeigh from No35
Highly regarded English born chef, Stuart McVeigh was appointed to head up the kitchen as Restaurant Chef at No35 in October, 2009.… Continue Reading
Meet Matt Wilkinson from Pope Joan
Matt grew up between the rolling pastures and industrial jungle of Barnsley, South Yorkshire in Northern England. He learnt his trade [Matt Wilkinson_portrait] in the kitchens of London and Edinburgh including Michelin starred chef Martin Wishart.… Continue Reading
Meet Lauren Murdoch from Felix
Lauren Murdoch started her working life training to be a nurse, before deciding her calling was in a different nurturing profession: cooking.… Continue Reading
Meet Anthony Redondi, Head Chef Aqua Dining
Aqua Dining’s Head Chef, Anthony Redondi was born and bred in Sydney and has been in the hospitality industry for 22 years. His decision to become a chef at a young age came from none other than the simple love for food.… Continue Reading
Meet Danny Parreno from LBDM
Danny has been a commercial chef for 20 years, specializing in Modern Australian cuisine that draws on both his Peruvian and Japanese heritage. … Continue Reading
Meet Colin Fassnidge from Four In Hand
Dublin born Colin Fassnidge has been Head Chef of The Four in Hand Dining Room since October of 2005. Since starting at The Four in Hand, Colin’s unique style has seen the Four in Hand hold … Continue Reading