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IN A YEAR that has seen the hospitality industry face its toughest challenge yet, three of the most prominent restaurateurs in the country chat to delicious . about lessons learned in lockdown and supporting each other throughout trying times. Friends for 30 years, Chin Chin’s Chris Lucas, along with Icebergs’ Maurice Terzini, and Rinaldo Di Stasio from Cafe Di Stasio and Citta Di Stasio discuss stronger-than-ever relationships, share their favourite recipes and what the future holds for Australia’s restaurants.
CHALLENGES ASIDE, HAVE YOU DRAWN ANY INSPIRATION, LIFE LESSONS, OR FOUND NEW HOPE IN THE PAST YEAR?
RINALDO: I realised how important two things are. Firstly, freedom. I don’t want to get political about it, but just to live in this beautiful country with freedom. And then connection
– we need to connect with one another. Nobody needs another coffee for the rest of our lives. But the coffee – and food – is the bridge, it brings us together. It’s an excuse. The Italians have got a fantastic
