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In the world of gastronomy, few chefs have made as significant an impact as Rosalin Virnik. As a private chef, she has elevated the concept of personalised dining experiences to new heights, mesmerising the palates of her clients with her innovative creations and exceptional culinary skills.
At the core of Rosalin’s culinary philosophy lies her unwavering commitment to understanding and seeking out the best quality ingredients, which naturally lends itself to building meaningful relationships with suppliers, producers, and clients. Her dedication to sustainability and local sourcing further reflects her passion for real food, which stems from and is fuelled by the forensic detail she goes into when sourcing ingredients. The health of the soil and environment, local biodiversity, allotted space and freedom of movement for animals, as well as processing methods applied are all considered due to their impact on nutritional density and flavour.
Organic, biodynamic, ethically sourced, sustainable, local, seasonal, small-batch, hand-crafted, processed-to-order, and pasture-raised. These are details for most people but mere headlines for Rosalin, who approaches ingredient selection like a scientist.
As a long-time participant within the Australian food industry, Rosalin Virnik has proven herself to be not only a masterful chef but also an artisan ingredient whisperer. Her intimate knowledge of the ingredients she uses, paired with her traditional cooking techniques, results in dishes that are not only delicious but also tell a story of dedication, passion and authenticity.
Rosalin’s culinary prowess has earned her notable recognition, but what truly fuels her passion is serving her clients truly exceptional meals. The connections she builds with them go beyond the dining table and she takes pride in being able to touch their lives through her culinary understanding.
Recreate Rosalin Virnik’s signature recipe -
CHATEAUBRIAND
infused with Australian wattle seeds
on P.90 in the 2024 edition of Flavours of Australia.
Flavours of Australia
- 92 signature recipes from top Aussie Chefs
- 200 stories about the best chefs and places to eat and drink around Australia
Read the stories of some of Australia's most decorated chefs and rediscover some of our oldest family institutions. Recreate your favourite meals at home and relive your most memorable food experiences with signature recipes from our most coveted restaurants and identities.