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Raffaele Persichetti

Raffaele Persichetti
Born:

Rome, Italy.

History:

Food preparation and dining was always a part of my family life. I started my career journey as a 15-year-old in Noosa learning the art in various establishments.

From there working around Australia, Europe and South East Asia I further developed my culinary knowledge and palate.

Have you always wanted to be a Chef?

Most definitely, to operate restaurants was always a huge goal.

How would you define your style?

Arthouse.

What is your feature flavour these days?

Tonka.

Obsessive-compulsive about?

Flavour.

Your greatest culinary influence:

Parents.

What do you love about this business?

Travelling through flavour.

An ingredient you can’t live without?

Chilli.

Most ‘eyebrow-raising’ menu item?

White truffle 6 cheese empanada.

Signature dish:

Aguachile.