Why is Longrain closing?

Why is Longrain closing?

After almost 20 years of serving sophisticated modern Thai food, Longrain will close on June 30. Owner Sam Christie has decided not to renew the Surry Hills restaurant’s lease – a venue now in a bustling drink and eating hub with other (recently opened) Commonwealth Street venues including Chin Chin and Poly.

Who owns Longrain Sydney?

Owner Sam Christie
Owner Sam Christie is proud of Longrain’s impact – which has spawned successful Melbourne and Tokyo offshoots that will stay open – but has decided not to renew its lease.

Who is Scott Pickett?

PROFILE. After gaining experience in Australia and Europe, he opened Estelle in Melbourne in 2011, winning 2 hats in Australia’s leading gourmet guide, the Good Food Guide. He runs 5 restaurants in Australia. Popular in the media, he is a leading figure in modern Australian cuisine.

Who is the chef of Longrain?

Chef-restaurateur Scott Pickett has given Lisa and John Van Haandel’s popular Thai-inspired stalwart Longrain a second lease on life, announcing that he is taking over the 15-year-old restaurant and will reopen it in just three weeks.

What restaurant does Scott Pickett own?

Scott Pickett’s new restaurant Chancery Lane brings the glam back to Melbourne.

How many hats does Scott Pickett have?

A darling on the Melbourne food scene, the Australian Good Food Guide has awarded most of Pickett’s ventures with 1 and 2 chef hats.

Who is Scott Pickett chef?

Scott is ‘the meat man’ and for more than five years was Executive Chef at the helm of one of Australia’s most credited steak restaurants; The Point Restaurant, while also managing to offer an extensive modern European menu enabled by his classical French training.

What restaurants does Scott Pickett own?

From there, Pickett’s outstanding work experience continued to evolve with stints at prestigious local and international restaurants, including 3 Michelin Star Restaurant The Square in London, Langton’s Restaurant and Wine Bar in Melbourne, Matteo’s in Melbourne and 3 hatted restaurant Ondine in Melbourne.