Australian Good Food Guide list 5 chefs to keep on your radar, shining a spotlight on Appellation’s Sous Chef Zak Needham at The Louise, Barossa Valley.

“Senior Sous Chef at Appellation in the beautiful Barossa Valley, Zak Needham is excited by the fast-paced environment and drive for perfection that is being a Chef. He knew from a young age he wanted to be in the kitchen, having always enjoyed cooking for friends and family, along with helping his Grandma with catering events. Committed to regional, seasonal and local produce, Appellation is considered one of Australia’s finest dining experiences, with an intimate ambience, understated elegance and sweeping views of the surrounding vineyards. Zak recommends trying the kohlrabi dish on the Mod Oz menu – shaved and pickled kohlrabi, sweet honeydew, lovage and hazelnut cream. ” – Leigh O’Connor, AGFG.

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