Wentworth’s Sharma and Spender unite in bid to save beloved kebab spot
Candidates in the Wentworth election race have come together in a rare bipartisan push to save beloved local eatery Indian Home Diner.
Food marketplace ChefPrep raises $3 million less than a year after launching to kickstart growth
Sydney meal delivery marketplace ChefPrep raised $3 million in a seed round led by Artesian Ventures and US VC firm Global Founders Capital.
Thinking of using influencers? Here’s how Mingle Seasoning spiced up its marketing strategy to break into Coles
Mingle Seasoning founder Jordyn Evans shared with SmartCompany Plus her best practice tips on identifying — and working with — the right influencers to get results.
‘A sense of freedom’: Small businesses and industry groups welcome eased COVID-19 restrictions in Victoria and NSW
Changes to face mask requirements, check-ins, and COVID-19 quarantine rules are on the way for Victoria and New South Wales.
Pay-as-you-feel restaurant Lentil as Anything may have illegally traded for three years: Report
The Lentil as Anything group went into administration in February of this year, leaving behind staff owed more than $369,000 in unpaid wages.
New Zealand’s Hell Pizza prepares to take a slice of the Australian market
The Kiwi gourmet food chain plans to grow its footprint across Queensland to test the market before expanding nationwide.
“A landmark day” as Four Pillars becomes Australia’s first carbon-neutral distillery
Gin giant Four Pillars has unveiled a $7 million upgrade to its Yarra Valley location, making it the first carbon-neutral gin distillery in Australia under strict Climate Active certification.
‘Drinking better’: Why Dan Murphy’s launched a bar dedicated to booze-free beverages
ZERO%, nestled in Hampton, Melbourne, opened its doors Tuesday, offering patrons a full bar experience without the hangover.
At-home entertaining startup Gathar taps Curtis Stone’s star power for US expansion
Gathar lets consumers develop personalised menus that are then cooked and served by professional chefs, cooks and caterers in their own homes.
My best budget: Renee Wallace, owner of Birch Restaurant
This week SmartCompany is speaking to key members of the SME and startup communities to find out what they want to see in next week’s budget.
Price of a Sydney coffee goes viral on TikTok amid rising inflation
A Melbourne-based lawyer went viral on TikTok after posting a video expressing disbelief she paid $8.90 for a soy latte, amid warnings inflation will force more businesses to pass costs on to consumers.
Footy fans queue “for miles” at the MCG, as hospitality staff shortages bite
Some 72,000 AFL fans faced “queues for miles” at MCG bars and food outlets, highlighting a broader staffing crisis in the hospitality sector.
