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Melbourne’s iconic Florentino enters a new era, but it has never been of this era
The Italian fine diner is a piece of living history. Its new stewards are leaning into its Old World spirit, but can they meet the expectations of modern diners?
- Besha Rodell
‘Your husband’s been arrested’: After Alan sparked a national scandal, Rebecca was left to pick up the pieces
He was the restaurant baron arrested at a pro-Palestine rally. She was the partner left to save the business as hats were stripped. Now Rebecca Yazbek is taking control as one of the few female CEOs in Australian hospitality.
- Myffy Rigby
- Opinion
- CBD
Sydney universities queue up to award doctorates to Julia Gillard
The former prime minister was honoured at a graduation ceremony at the University of Sydney on Wednesday, a week after a similar award from Macquarie University.
- Kishor Napier-Raman and Madeleine Heffernan
- Exclusive
- Investigations
Emma doesn’t like cancel culture. But she wants Guy Grossi held accountable
Guy Grossi is selling the crown jewels of his family restaurant empire, prompting fanfare from across the industry. Not everyone is celebrating his legacy.
- Charlotte Grieve
- Exclusive
- Victoria
Guy Grossi sells Melbourne Italian institution, buyer revealed
Celebrity chef Guy Grossi has sold the crown jewels of his family hospitality empire – Florentino, Cellar Bar and Grossi Grill – eight months after sexual harassment allegations engulfed the historic restaurants.
- Charlotte Grieve and Emma Breheny
- Exclusive
- Investigations
Defiant Grossi addresses staff after allegations of inappropriate behaviour
Celebrity chef Guy Grossi used an all-staff meeting to slam this masthead’s reporting as “manufactured and contrived”.
- Charlotte Grieve
- Exclusive
- Investigations
Kissed without consent: Phoebe’s joy at Grossi Florentino job turned to tears
A sommelier at the famous restaurant kissed the young waitress, but when she reported the incident she was let down.
- Charlotte Grieve
- Exclusive
- Investigations
‘Unreserved and sincere’: Guy Grossi apologises after groping allegation
Guy Grossi is one of Australia’s most celebrated chefs. Now, following a months-long investigation, he’s issued a public apology after allegations he groped a woman.
- Charlotte Grieve and Ellen Fraser
