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The Lads Chef - Out Now

Oct 10

Posted by Waitersfriend in Industry Info

Keep an eye out for Bobby Jewell - a new chef on the scene in Oz. Read below for the full media release. Waitersfriend think it will definitely be worth checking out if you are searching for simple explanations on how to make the classics.. and more..

FINALLY A COOKBOOK FOR THE LADS!

‘THE LAD’S CHEF COOKBOOK’ by Bobby Jewell

The cookbook for guys of any skill level! Easy to follow recipes More than 70 recipes for a kick-ass dinner party, romantic dinners, cocktails and more Includes handy guide to what any man should have stocked in his kitchen Includes anecdotes and ‘tips to impress’

“Guys, [read more...]

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DINERS TO WHET THEIR APPETITE

Jul 5

Posted by Waitersfriend in Electrolux Appetite for Excellence, Industry Info

In an industry first, some of the country’s most promising restaurants have banded together to help promote the success of our young culinary rising stars.  The inaugural Whet Your Appetite program will showcase the skills of the talented young chefs, young waiters and young restaurateurs who make up the finalists in this year’s Electrolux Appetite for Excellence Awards. Lending their support to this pool of junior talent are some of the highly acclaimed Awards’ judges who have also signed up to participate. 

Whet Your Appetite invites the general public to sample a taste of the talent unearthed in Australia’s premier young [read more...]

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A Restaurant’s value of integrity

Jun 25

Posted by Mark Wilson in Industry Info

We could discuss the secrets of success in the restaurant industry until we are blue in the face and still not find a fool proof policy on how to make them work. There are just so many factors that can influence a venue and it’s sustainability but, there is one thing I know for sure, if you can feel proud about your product then you stand a better chance than someone who doesn’t. 

As the industry changes and our secrets become better understood through the proliferation of cooking shows, reality kitchen TV series and the rising rock-star status of the celebrity [read more...]

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Finalists for the 2010 Restaurant & Catering Awards

Jun 21

Posted by Waitersfriend in Industry Info, Social Bites

Restaurant & Catering South Australia has released the finalists for this years Restaurant & Catering Awards. Waitersfriend would like to congratulate all finalists and wish them well for the big night.

  MEDIA RELEASE - 21 June 2010

We are proud to present the Finalists for the 2010 Restaurant & Catering Awards for Excellence. Winners will be announced at a gala dinner on Monday 26th July at the Adelaide Entertainment Centre.

Apprentice Cook  -

Miles Davies -Art Gallery of SA

Edward Noble -Assaggio Ristorante

Kenneth Thomas -Hospitality Group Training

Chef -

Norberto Spagnolo -Buenos Aires Brasserie

Quentin Whittle -Georges on Waymouth

Stewart Wesson -  Hilton Adelaide

Brent Kemble-Beech - Enoteca

Chung Jae [read more...]

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Coonawarra Wine Tasting Roadshow

Mar 11

Posted by Waitersfriend in Industry Info, Wine

COONAWARRA HEADS OUT OF TOWN TO YOUR CITY!

Coonawarra is ready for it’s annual road trip and is stopping in 6 different cities around the nation!  Come and enjoy a wine tasting like no other. Coonawarra wineries, featuring the personalities behind these iconic brands, have you taste their iconic wines, all in one place!

Brisbane Monday, August 16th Vino’s Restaurant & Bar, 1 Eagle Street

Sydney Tuesday, August 17th The Menzies Hotel, 14 Carrington Street

Canberra Wednesday, August 18th University House, Balmain Crescent, Acton

Melbourne Thursday, August 19th Melbourne Town Hall, The Main Hall, Level 1, Cnr of Swanston & Collins Streets

Adelaide Monday, August 23th [read more...]

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Charles Maclean - Whisky Tasting

Mar 2

Posted by Waitersfriend in Industry Info

Waitersfriend highly recommend checking out this event:

To kick-start a fantastic year of events for the Society in 2010, we are delighted to announce that our 1st Quarter tasting in Sydney will feature a very special guest - the inimitable Charles Maclean.   Charles is one of the world’s leading authors on whisky, having published no less than eight books on the topic.  Furthermore, his presentations and masterclasses are amongst the most comprehensive, informative, and entertaining tastings in the world.  Charles is also one of two “chairmen” serving on the Society’s Tasting Panel in Edinburgh, and is responsible for preparing the UK [read more...]

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David Hohnen - McHenry Hohnen Wines

Feb 24

Posted by Waitersfriend in Industry Info, Wine

Waitersfriend was recently fortunate enough to catch up with David Hohnen. 

David was the man behind Cape Mentelle and after selling Cape Mentelle, he went into partnership with his brother-in-law Murray McHenry & his daughter Freya to start ‘McHenry Hohnen Wines.’

He showed us some pictures of the deer he had roaming around the vineyard.  They assisted in weed control and aided grass/clover cover which in turn created a good nitrogen injection into the soil.  He is now culling the deer as he feels they are a hazard being so close to the main road and the potential for a very nasty accident [read more...]

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Terence Conran on Restaurants

Feb 14

Posted by Waitersfriend in Industry Info

One of Waitersfriends’ favourite hospitality books is ‘Terence Conran on Restaurants.’  Its glossy pages are rich with wonderful images of all things restaurant which is fantastic for the person who doesn’t necessarily want to read the articles but does like to look at the pictures.

Apart from the delicious eye candy, Conran delivers up a plethora of wonderful insights into what makes a restaurant tick.  He shares his thoughts, ideas and wisdom from how he began his love affair with restaurants, to working in, owning and developing them. 

The book serves up the journey from taking an idea for a restaurant through [read more...]

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Tomato Day at Moorooduc Estate

Feb 10

Posted by Lee Middendorf in Industry Info, Wine

Not that one really needs an excuse to visit the Mornington Peninsula but if you’re heading that way in the latter part of the week, we recommend you make a stop at Moorooduc Estate. 

The McIntyre family are synonymous with great food and wine and Jill is set to focus on some enchanting food workshops, the first of which will be Tomato Day  - see below for details.  Although Jill’s Restaurant is now closed, the wood oven will be churning out fabulous wood fired pizzas at the weekend so over a glass or two and a slice or two we’ll still [read more...]

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Electrolux Appetite for Excellence 2010

Feb 4

Posted by Waitersfriend in Electrolux Appetite for Excellence, Industry Info

Founded in 2005 by Luke Mangan and Lucy Allen the Electrolux Appetite for Excellence program is a fantastic source of inspiration and encouragement for young up and coming hospitality professionals.  The press release below outlines this year’s program and announces the judging panel which is made up of “some of Australia’s most successful chefs, restaurateurs, and industry leaders”. 

Waitersfriend encourages eligible waiters, chefs and restaurateurs to take part in this amazing program.  Plenty of wonderful industry related information can also be found at the Appetite for Excellence website - from industry talks to food articles and recipes and all you need [read more...]

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