The Italian Long Lunch

In 2026, four of Australia’s most celebrated Italian chefs will unite for a once-in-a-lifetime collaboration:

~ Guy Grossi: legendary Melbourne chef and custodian of Italian culinary tradition

~ Adriano Zumbo: master pâtissier, renowned for his daring creativity and spectacular desserts

~ Andrea Ravezzani: the highly respected Noosa chef who continues to delight diners with his passion and artistry.

~ Luca Ciano: from market stalls around Sydney to filming around the world, Luca is one of the culinary world’s hardest working chefs and a master of Italian cuisine.

Together, they will craft a multi-course feast that embodies the soul of Italy – bold, expressive, and unforgettable, served with the sand beneath your feet and the ocean as your backdrop.

Elevating this remarkable afternoon is Ferrari, returning as partner in 2026. Synonymous with Italian heritage, performance, and luxury, Ferrari brings its unmistakable prestige to the beach, pairing the artistry of fine dining with the spirit of one of the world’s most revered brands. This synergy promises an experience that goes beyond a long lunch – it’s a celebration of passion, craftsmanship, and la dolce vita itself.

Andrea Ravezzani

Andrea Ravezzani was born into a family with a great passion and respect for quality food and wine. His upbringing instilled in him a deep appreciation for the art of cooking and a desire to pursue a career in the culinary industry.  After completing his training, Andrea worked in some of the leading restaurants in Varese, Florence, and Milan, where he gained valuable experience and developed his unique culinary style.

Andrea’s dedication to his craft and talent in the kitchen has earned him numerous prestigious awards, including a bronze medal in the Italian Cup culinary competition, silver medalist at the Gastronomia Expo regional completion, and a bronze at the World culinary competition. He is a member of the Federazione Italian Cuochi or Federation of Italian Cooks, which speaks to his commitment to upholding the traditions and techniques of Italian cuisine.  His dedication to his craft and commitment to excellence have made him one of the most respected chefs in the industry.

Guy Grossi

Collaborating Chef Guy Grossi is a devoted chef and restaurateur. He is the owner of Grossi Restaurants, including Garum Perth and Settimo Brisbane and as a leading authority on Italian food, has been a sought after mentor within the industry to shape the thinking around the future of food and hospitality.

His passions lie within his cooking and sourcing pure ingredients prepared with integrity.

Guy is driven to share his knowledge and experiences through his bestselling books; Love Italy, Recipes from My Mother’s Kitchen , My Italian Heart, Secrets and Recipes and Cellar Bar.

Guy is devoted to preserving culture and traditions and is also a dedicated philanthropist committing much of his personal time and funds in assisting young people in need and mentoring others.

Adriano Zumbo

The sweet chef became the first chef to collaborate with Arnott’s Tim Tams in 2015 and went on to create his own Bake at Home Kits which were wildly popular with the Australian public. He has also collaborated with many brands from corporate to cookware brands such as Kenwood and Sunbeam. He has previously been an ambassador for Renault, Cacao Barry and has been an ambassador for numerous ‘Australia Days’ around Australia. Over the years, Adriano has been heavily involved in various charities including the Starlight foundation, Life Flight, Make a Wish, Red Cross and has visited numerous children’s hospitals as sharing joy where needed is a necessity for Adriano.

Adriano is currently working on the educational side of patisserie, teaching, demoing and allowing the young minds of the world delve into the mind of the sweet assassin. He is also consulting, collaborating and shortly opening a new patisserie named ‘Zumbo Test.’Adriano is constantly evolving and always considering his next move, cake or idea. Adriano’s infectious energy keeps his fans on their toes. They love it that way, and so does he.

There are two things you need to know about Luca Ciano – and they both revolve around family.

For Luca, the Italian born chef residing in Sydney’s Bondi, his journey from Milan to Australia has such strong ties his homeland that both books he has lovingly written pay such beautiful homage to his family and his roots, and you’ll likely be moved to tears.

Luca Ciano

Perhaps in the past you could be excused for kind of knowing Luca’s face but not being sure where you’d seen it. However, with his hit TV show ‘Luca’s Key Ingredient’ debuting back in 2021 – and getting such strong engagement on Channel Ten which lead to Season 5 – his face has become more recognisable than ever. All previous seasons are streaming on SBS on Demand.

In fact, Luca is arguably one of the hardest working people in the culinary world, and while he has his finger in many pies, he’s still the face who fronts renowned market stalls around Sydney and Australia, demonstrating his eponymous range of bespoke pasta sauces and handmade pastas, cooking on stage at festivals, and genuinely loving his connection with longtime followers and those new to his particular brand of genuine enthusiasm.

Handpicked Wines

Handpicked celebrates the diversity of Australia’s leading wine regions through thoughtful curation, sustainable vineyard stewardship and winemaking mastery.

Led by Chief Winemaker Peter Dillon, the team is renowned for crafting exceptional wines, with a vision to produce the finest expressions from the greatest regions.

The Handpicked portfolio spans premier regions including the Barossa Valley, Tasmania, the Yarra Valley, and the Mornington Peninsula.

Seven of these eight owned vineyards are already Certified Organic, with the final site currently on track for accreditation. Beyond Handpicked’s vineyards, the winery partners with celebrated growers in Australia and around the world, from the Pyrenees to Central Otago, to deliver wines that truly sing of the site.

Handpicked is a multi-award-winning producer and a trusted name in premium winemaking.

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