A celebration of life through food, wine, art and culture.
Stefano’s restaurant
Located in the cellars of the Mildura Grand Hotel, it offers a seasonal menu inspired by the flavours of the Murray-Darling region, highlighting Stefano’s dedication to fresh, regional produce and traditional techniques. This intimate dining experience beautifully showcases regional Australian cuisine, elevated by Stefano’s signature creativity.
STEFANO DE PIERI
I stumbled into cooking perchance, relying on memory and instinct to create the food I serve.
The conventional belief is that the use of ‘poor’ ingredients to prepare delicious dishes can constitute a money-saving exercise.
On the contrary, the practice of ‘cucina povera’ is essentially an intense labour of love requiring time, patience, creativity, and commitment to the freshness and integrity of the produce. I am not interested in excess or in the use of any ingredient superfluous to achieving full flavour through the simplest means.
Friends of Stefano
Chalmers Wines
Australia’s alternative variety pioneers. Minimal intervention winemaking with rare varietals from Merbein. Open Fridays & Mondays 10am-3pm.
Avanti Italy
Bespoke Italian journeys with small group tours. Cooking classes, villa stays, and connections with local artisans. Authentic Italian immersion.
Fighting Gully Road Wines
Artisanal Beechworth wines crafted in historic Mayday Hills asylum workshop. Sangiovese trials & indigenous yeasts. Tastings by appointment only.
Give the Gift of Good Food
Gift Vouchers
Treat someone special to an unforgettable dining experience at Stefano's Restaurant, where legendary cook Stefano de Pieri transforms local Murray-Darling produce into extraordinary Italian cuisine.
Our gift vouchers offer the perfect way to share the magic of traditional Italian hospitality in one of Australia's most unique dining venues.
