Our Chefs
Guillaume Brahimi
French-born Guillaume Brahimi stands as one of Australia’s most acclaimed chefs, weaving a story as compelling as his exquisite culinary creations. Trained under the legendary Joel Robuchon, Guillaume honed his craft to perfection, bringing his exceptional skills to...
Chefs Federica Andrisani & Oskar Rossi
For Naples-born Federica (Freddy) Andrisani, the power of food to connect people to place, produce and one another has been one of life’s constant threads. Although she began her studies in anthropology, Freddy was ultimately drawn to the creative freedom and cultural...
Matteo Zamboni
"Italian chef Matteo Zamboni has worked at Pilu at Freshwater, Ormeggio at the Spit and Quay, as well as Michelin-starred fine diners in Milan, Rome and Tokyo. He keeps things simple but sophisticated, working with the best produce and giving his dishes a hit of la...
Stefano Manfredi
“I am Italian. And I am a cook. But I live in Australia and whenever I can, I seek out and use only the finest and freshest Australian ingredients.” Fresh From Italy, 1993. Stefano Manfredi is known fondly in Australia as the ‘godfather’ of modern Italian cuisine. He...
Emiko Davies
Emiko is an accomplished Australian-Japanese food writer, photographer, and cookbook author who has been based in Italy for the past 20 years. After earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts, Emiko relocated to Florence, Italy, to pursue studies in art restoration. There, she...
Paolo Coluccio
Paolo was born in the picturesque northern region of Italy, where he was fortunate enough to be raised amidst the enticing aromas and flavours of his grandmother's cooking. From a young age, he developed a deep appreciation for the culinary arts and the importance of...
Frank Camorra
Born in Barcelona, Spain, in 1968, Frank Camorra's culinary journey began amidst the vibrant tapestry of Spanish cuisine. Growing up in the heart of Catalonia, he was surrounded by a rich culinary heritage that would later influence his career profoundly. Camorra's...
Alessandro Pavoni
Alessandro Pavoni, a luminary of Lombardian cuisine, has woven his culinary magic from the tranquil landscapes of Lombardy, Italy, to the vibrant dining scene of Australia. Hailing from Brescia, Lombardy, Pavoni's culinary journey began with a deep-rooted passion for...
Giovanni Pilu
Giovanni Pilu is a Sardinian-born Australian chef, restaurateur, and author known for his dedication to showcasing the nuances and traditions of Sardinian cuisine to the Australian culinary scene. Born and raised in the picturesque island of Sardinia, Italy, Pilu's...
For over forty years, Accoutrement has worked alongside Australia’s most awarded chefs. With the renowned Accoutrement Cooking School giving at home chefs the chance to learn from the very best. While this is not even close to being a complete list, here are some of the chefs who worked alongside us.
We continue to work with the very best and our list of chefs that tour with us continues to grow.
Stephanie Alexander
Matt Moran
Serge Dansereau
Frank Camorra
Maggie Beer
Neil Perry
Giovanni Pilu
David Tzarkis
Damien Pignolet
Peter Gilmore
Alessandro Pavoni
Christine Manfield
Peter Doyle
Martin Boetz
Matteo Zamboni
Marieke Brugman
Tony Bilson
Alex Herbert
Aneliese Gregory
Guillaume Brahimi
Steve Manfredi
Tony Tan
Belinda Jeffery
Ross Lusted
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