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Madeline Spark stops in to Brunswick Kitchen and chats to owner and chef Tracey Lister.

Postcards Channel 9

Brunswick Kitchen made its television debut on Channel 9's beloved travel and lifestyle program, Postcards, showcasing its unique charm to viewers across Melbourne. The feature segment, which aired on Sunday, September 29th at 5:30pm, gave local audiences an intimate look into this culinary destination that has become a cherished part of the Brunswick community.

The exposure wasn't limited to Melbourne viewers, as the segment was also broadcast nationally on 9Life, allowing food enthusiasts and curious viewers from all corners of Australia to discover what makes Brunswick Kitchen special. This nationwide coverage brought the restaurant's welcoming atmosphere and culinary offerings to living rooms across the country, introducing more families to this local gem.

Conversations with a chef … podcast

In an engaging conversation, Tracey Lister shares her remarkable journey from Melbourne chef to culinary educator and social entrepreneur. With over three decades of experience in the hospitality industry, Tracey's story is one of passion, purpose, and the transformative power of food. As the owner of Brunswick Kitchen cookery school, she brings a wealth of international experience and a deep love for teaching to her local community.

Tracey's connection to Vietnam runs deep, having spent 13 years living there and making a significant impact through her work with KOTO (Know One Teach One), a social enterprise that transformed the lives of street kids through culinary training.

Tracey's teaching philosophy emphasizes hands-on experience and sensory learning, encouraging students to understand not just recipes, but the feel, smell, and taste of ingredients at various stages of cooking. Her commitment to sharing knowledge and creating an inclusive space for food education has made Brunswick Kitchen a destination for both seasoned cooks and curious beginners.

Timeout.com

TimeOut is a leading global media platform that curates and reviews the best local experiences in major cities around the world, from restaurants and bars to events and activities.

They featured Brunswick Kitchen in their Melbourne guide because it represents a unique, high-quality learning experience in the city's vibrant culinary scene.

The article is particularly relevant for TimeOut's audience who are typically seeking authentic, hands-on cultural activities and unique learning opportunities in their city.

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Discover the extraordinary journey of Tracey Lister, who turned her passion for Vietnamese cuisine into a life-changing adventure. From establishing a cooking school that transformed the lives of street kids in Hanoi to becoming Vietnam's state banquet Executive Chef, Tracey's story is as inspiring as it is unique. Now back in Melbourne at Brunswick Kitchen, she shares her decades of expertise through intimate cooking classes and leads exclusive culinary tours through Northern Vietnam. Want to learn how a Melbourne chef became one of the most respected authorities on Vietnamese cuisine? Click through to read her remarkable story.

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The Conversation Hour (ABC Radio)

Hear Tracey discuss her experiences of the Vietnamese lunar new year (Tet) and the delicious dishes associated with this important celebration with hosts Richelle Hunt and Warwick Long.

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Sunday Life magazine within the Sun-Herald and the Sunday Age February 2 2020

Shout-out to Tracey Lister from Adam Liaw in his article on turmeric fish with spring onion and dill, and Vietnamese rice noodles with nuoc cham.

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The Sunday Age November 29 2020

These festive treats are no pie in the sky!

Brunswick Kitchen

"These are mince pies made with love." says chef Tracey Lister, whose Brunswick cooking school has pivoted to a production kitchen.

Acclaimed chef turned lawyer Emma Mackay is moonlighting on pastry duties.

$16 for six brunswickkitchen.com.au

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Weekend Australian Magazine, May 14, 2017