A FUSION OF CULTURES. INDIGENOUS INGREDIENTS AND ITALIAN GASTRONOMY

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Thursday, 18 April, 6.30-10.30 pm

Showtime, 61 South Wharf Promenade, South Wharf

Dress code: Business Attire

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Twenty years of cultural exchange, friendship, and culinary innovation unite as we proudly announce "Celebrating Melbourne Milan Sister Cities," in partnership with the City of Melbourne.

Organised by the Italian Chamber of Commerce and Kinaway Chamber of Commerce, this landmark event commemorates the enduring bond between our two vibrant cities and pays homage to the diverse cultures that define them.

Our event stands out for its innovative approach: blending Indigenous Australian ingredients with traditional Italian cuisine.

It's a celebration of diversity, creativity, and shared heritage, an exploration of flavours that transcends borders and forges deeper connections.

This fusion not only offers a novel gastronomic experience but also symbolizes the deep bond between Milan and Melbourne, where flavours from opposite ends of the globe harmonize in a celebration of cultural unity.

A BESPOKE GALA DINNER



The event promises a culinary journey like no other, starting with a delightful aperitif and culminating in a bespoke three-course meal meticulously crafted by esteemed chefs Tatsuya Fujii and Niyoka Bundall



Tatsuya Fujii

Il Bacaro sous chef

Tatsuya Fujii, the chef representing Melbourne, Australia at the 2022-2023 San Pellegrino Young Chef Academy competition in Milano, exemplifies the pinnacle of culinary talent within our city with Italian and native touch.

As a participant in the prestigious academy, he is part of a global community dedicated to empowering young chefs through education, mentoring, networking, and career opportunities. In his dish, he masterfully blended native Australian ingredients, such as finger lime, with the Italian approach of combining flavours of land and sea.

Niyoka Bundle

Pawa Cafe' & Bar owner

Chef Niyoka Bundle, hailing from the Gundijtmara people of southwest Victoria and the Yuin people of Bega, is the proud owner of Pawa Café & Bar, nestled within the Arts Centre. Pawa expertly intertwines native ingredients with familiar fare, crafting dishes that are both unique and exhilarating.

With a steadfast commitment to ethical and sustainable practices, Pawa collaborates with a network of Indigenous native food growers, farmers, and foragers, alongside local artisans. The name "Pawa" holds significance, translating to "to cook" in the language of the Gunditjmara people, reflecting Chef Niyoka's deep-rooted connection to her heritage and culinary craft.