Three of Accor’s restaurants across Australia have been acknowledged for outstanding dining by the Australian Good Food Guide 2023. As the largest hotel operator in Australia, Accor’s restaurants Atelier at Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour, Dixson & Songs at The Porter House Hotel Sydney - MGallery, and Lumna Restaurant and Bar at The Playford Adelaide - MGallery were awarded the prestigious Chef Hat Award.
The Australian Good Food Guide, established in 1977, is considered an essential navigational and rating accomplice for planning travellers. The judging criteria include ingredients, presentation, taste, technique, value, and consistency.
Atelier by Sofitel Sydney Darling Harbour was awarded two Chef Hats. Executive chef, Sam Moore, expressed their excitement to receive the acknowledgement.
“My team bring personal passion and thoughtful detail to every dish. Inspired by French cuisine, there is exceptional storytelling to our menu, which creates a genuine connection with our guests. We are so happy and excited to receive this award.”
Following their opening in September 2022, Dixson & Sons at Ther Porter House Hotel Sydney - MGalllery received its first Chef Hat. Emrys Jones, the executive chef, detailed how proud they are to be recognised.
“We are lucky to have been able to connect and work with amazing producers who provide us with the best ingredients. Hopefully, this is the foundation to go on to a fantastic 2023 as we feel our potential is huge.”
Kevin Martel, executive chef at Luma Restaurant and Bar at The Playford Adelaide, is delighted after receiving a Chef Hat.
“We are delighted that our menu is earning a strong reputation for its bold colours, locally sourced organic ingredients and flavours; we lovingly prepare the best of South Australian produce, which is unforgettably distinctive and a favourite with guests.”
These restaurants join Accor’s growing list of restaurants with industry accolades, including Miss Mi at Mövenpick Hotel Melbourne on Spencer, Garcon Bleu at Sofitel Adelaide, Tamarind at Pullman Reef Hotel Casino, Noosa Beach House at the Sofitel Noosa Pacific Resort, Tesoro at Mövenpick Hotel Hobart, and Hyde Hacienda Sydney at Pullman Quay Grand Sydney Harbour.
“This recognition demonstrates the focus and investment that we put into our food and beverage strategy,” explained Sarah Derry, CEO of Accor Pacific. “We believe the heart and soul of a hotel is found in lobbies, restaurants and bars, and we are determined to operate the very best dining outlets in the locations we are in. Our team of talented experts puts the best local produce into menus. Accor restaurants are popular with hotel guests and local communities, who love the atmosphere, quality, and high service standards of our restaurants. It is wonderful to see the hard work of our teams being rewarded.”
