The individuals powering hospitality

Anthony Bourdain

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Trainspotting author Irvine Welsh on Anthony Bourdain’s Kitchen Confidential

Kitchen Confidential turns 25 this year, and we’ve got the Australian exclusive on the new foreword written for it by author Irvine Welsh.

Drag queen Valerie Hex holding a cake.

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How I Melbourne: Valerie Hex

Melbourne has never looked so yummy as through the eyes of drag queen, dancer, and all-round creative crusader Valerie Hex.

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How I Melbourne: Renee Buckingham

The always-online content creator, podcaster, and plant-based pioneer Renee Buckingham takes us on a joy-fueled jaunt around Melbourne.

Amy Tanner in the kitchen.

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How I Melbourne: Amy Tanner

MasterChef contestant turned pizza pro Amy Tanner on top-tier Lygon Street slices and the bang-for-buck meat plate you won’t want to miss.

Louis Hanson

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How I Melbourne: Louis Hanson

Writer, actor, comedian and serially online funny guy Louis Hanson spills on his favourite rooftops, off-menu Blue Margaritas, and the wine bars he's "always horny for".

Kate Jinx

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How I Melbourne: Kate Jinx

By day, MIFF's Kate Jinx programs some of the world’s most captivating films for Melbourne’s many cinemas. Off the clock? Her taste in eating and drinking is just as dialled in.

Michaela Webb

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How I Melbourne: Michaela Webb

Unmissable wood-fired potatoes and a Brunswick East bar that feels like home: one of the city's leading creative forces weighs in on what's eating and drinking well in Melbourne.

A portrait of Diana Desensi

Food & Hospitality

Hi, my name is: Diana Desensi

The highly anticipated Daphne debuts with Diana Desensi at the helm.

A portrait of Sophie McIntyre.

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How I Melbourne: Sophie McIntyre

Sophie McIntyre keeps busy hosting the city's favourite supper club at least a few nights a week, but the dining doesn't stop when she's off the clock.

A portrait of Lyndal Taylor, head sommelier at Brae.

Drink Victorian

Drinking Victoria: Lyndal Taylor

Whiskey, sake and a Victorian sangiovese with "serious length". Brae's head sommelier, Lyndal Taylor, on what's in her glass right now.

A portrait of Hayley Percy

Arts & Entertainment

How I Naarm: Hayley Percy

Hayley Percy, music boss for Rising, enjoys Naarm in ways as diverse and delicious as the programs she puts together. Here's where she's eating before and after the show.

A portrait of Stephanie Breschi.

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Talking Shop: with Stefanie Breschi of Suupaa and Future Future

The co-founder of Future Future and Suupaa on the meeting of intel and instinct, and how to ride the cycle.