Restaurants
Shift workers shafted by an inflexible childcare system
The hospitality sector says parents of young children are often cut out of jobs in the industry because of the lack of flexible childcare options.
- by Katina Curtis
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Debts, not bullets, bring down Woodstock pizzeria
Woodstock Pizzicheria survived Melbourne’s infamous 2013 mafia pizza wars. But it has now collapsed under massive debts and its founding owner has fled the city.
- by Chris Vedelago and Cameron Houston
Justin Hemmes on his Melbourne moves, skyscraper plans – and how he beat anxiety
As he approaches 50, the businessman is still hunting out opportunities, with plans to take on Victoria’s foodie scene and add a skyscraper to Sydney’s Ivy.
- by Anne Hyland
‘Risk is built in’: Chris Lucas on the serious business of food
One of Melbourne’s most prolific restaurateurs tells Peter Barrett what it’s like to open four restaurants in a pandemic, and what he still hopes to achieve.
- by Peter Barrett
Master chefs bridge Perth-Margs divide to make a magnum of a menu
Fleur head chef Shane Middleton has joined forces with Frui Momento head chef Seth James to create a lavish menu, expertly paired with wines from an iconic WA maker.
- by Holly Thompson
Restaurant and bar owners take a punt on the CBD’s revival
A rash of new restaurants and bars are opening up in Melbourne’s CBD defying concerns about the revival of the city centre after the coronavirus pandemic.
- by Cara Waters
‘More bums on seats’: Melbourne diners follow the money
Diners from Werribee have led the charge back into the CBD, claiming the most meals under the City of Melbourne’s $100 million dining subsidy.
- by Noel Towell
Low intervention, high maintenance: How to deal with natural wines at restaurants
If you’re concerned about only being presented with natural drops at a restaurant, research that venue’s wine list before you go.
- by Huon Hooke
‘Sachin went ballistic over the prawns’: Sydney restaurant icon and cricket tragic dies
Surjit Gujral was known by Australian and international cricketers for the brilliant hospitality at his Annandale restaurant.
- by Tom Decent
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Serving suggestion: Could conscription ease the hospitality staffing crisis?
A mandatory stint waiting tables may be the answer to the industry’s employee shortages.
- by Terry Durack
‘There’s a real positive energy in the air’: Justin Hemmes on Sydney’s post-pandemic revival
“We have police wanting safe, vibrant neighbourhoods. We have local government activating unused and outdoor areas,” says the billionaire hospitality boss.
- by Callan Boys