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Introducing Kiren and Kelli Mainwaring

Chef - Kiren carried out his training in the highly acclaimed Wolfs Castle Country Hotel in Pembrokeshire Wales. He later moved to the Wolfe Restaurant as Sous Chef, training under Mike Lewis (Pembrokeshire chef of the year 1997,98,99). Following the completion of his accredited training, he worked as Head Chef at The Candlestores Restaurant, Haverfordwest, which received the Taste of Wales award. During this time he met his Canadian born wife, Kelli. Him and Kelli spent 2 years working and exploring the culinary delights of Europe. Here they both gained extensive experience in the many different cuisines the continent had to offer. They gained a passion for food cultures, which later lead them to different parts of the world, including Fiji, Thailand, Malaysia, North America and finally to Australia. Here, Kiren has been able to combine his wonderful repertoire of culinary skills with the array of fresh local produce and wines.

Kiren and Kelli began their work in Dunsborough, WA at the well known Bay Cottage. During this time they helped the restaurant reach the Gold Plate Hall of Fame. They then moved up to Perth to work with Darren Hope at Le Paris Brest, Kalamunda which was also Gold Plate awarded.

Fine Food and Wine has always been a big part of Kiren and Kelli's lives, and working in the Swan Valley with such an abundance of fresh local produce, and beautiful wine is the ultimate reward. Their dream of having a restaurant together has come true and they look forward to sharing their passion with you.


Opening Hours: Wednesday to Sunday (Lunch and Dinner).
For more details, please call (08) 9279 2815 or click here to email your reservation.