For Melbourne restaurateurs following the roadmap to Victoria’s new COVID normal, waiting for the city's reopening is one form of pain; the yawning chasm of uncertainty that stretches ahead is another.
With the embattled state enduring the toughest restrictions in the country, supporting the local food and beverage industry is more important than ever.
It may have conquered Sydney’s dining scene, but the hospitality giant has delayed the launch of its meals-at-home service in the Victorian capital after backlash from industry players.
The Melbourne restaurant scene has faced its fair share of setbacks of late, but McConnell is remaining optimistic. “The hustle and bustle will return,” he says. “We just have to be patient.”
A global pandemic forced the postponement of the annual culinary event; the same crisis has allowed it to be hosted entirely online for the first time. And it won’t cost a cent to attend.
