What’s up with Melbourne Good Food Month according to Mister Bianco’s Joseph Vargetto

It’s Melbourne Good Food Month this June, which means it’s nothing but quality eating and good vibes around the southern food capital. Presented by Citi, the festival returns with favourites like Let’s Do Lunch, presented by Peter Lehmann Wines of the Barossa, and Friends of Good Food Month now added to the exciting event programme. This year, Melbourne Good Food Month features heaps of foodiful events, showcasing the very best of Australia’s restaurant industry over 30 delectable days. But what does it mean for the chefs? We spoke to Joseph Vargetto of Mister Bianco about all things Melbourne Good Food Month. Other than just being plain rapt to be apart of the month-long activation around Melbourne, Joseph plays it safe on dubbing Melbourne the food capital (that it often tends to be) of Australia. “I have a pretty varied opinion on this divisive topic but I feel each city in Australia has their own clear strengths based on the local produce available – for example the incredible tropical fruits (including mango and pineapples) from Queensland,” he said. “But, when it come to an unwavering passion for food and going the extra mile to bring that flavour, texture and aroma to the table, it has to be Melbourne.” So it’s no surprise the chef is all about his involvement in it this year. “I am absolutely thrilled to be part of Melbourne Good Food Month. It’s in the right in the middle of the perfect time for Victorian local produce,” he said. “Beautiful autumnal winter ingredients like mushrooms, Jerusalem artichokes… Read More