Food Wine Sleep

Andy North is one of the many outstanding English chefs who have decided to make this country their home. Andy's passion for creating an exceptional dining experience spans over more than 20 years of experience.

Andy has worked at a number of well-known hotels around the world and received one of the industry's highest accolades by being admitted to the American Express Award Hall of Fame in Victoria.

True to the old adage, 'actions speak louder than words,' Andy's array of awards stand as a genuine testament to this remarkable Chef's talent and skill in the kitchen.

Commenting on his achievements, Andy North said, "My passion for food is reflected in my dedication to sourcing quality ingredients for every menu. By only using the best, locally grown seasonal produce and keeping the cooking process fresh and simple, I can let the ingredients speak for themselves."

Training up-and-coming chefs is a priority for Andy. As part of this commitment, he is on the Bocuse d'Or Committee, an international network of chefs responsible for national selection of the prestigious World Cuisine Contest.

"Drawing upon my 20 years experience within the industry which covers a range of cuisines such as Japanese, Chinese, Vietnamese, French and Modern Australian, I am excited about leading my brigade of 25 chefs in providing one of this city's most enjoyable eating establishments; plus the opportunity to create programs and career paths for the next generation of chefs passing through this iconic Melbourne hotel," Andy concluded.