In the Press
Financial Review
Hunter & Folk
HANDE RENSHAW
April 4, 2025
"Marmelo is a celebration of wood-fired tradition and maritime influence, brought to life in a dining room of sculptural light, bespoke detail, and views across the city. Grounded in Ross’s upbringing in South Africa, where Portuguese culinary traditions were woven into everyday life."
Gourmet Traveller
Jordan Kretchmer | Cordelia Williamson | Charlotte Wishart
April 7, 2025
"Think sweeping windows for light-filled lunches and opulent banquettes covered in tapestry-like fabrics."
Architecture, Au
Nikita Bhopti
March 21, 2025
"Designed by Mitchell and Eades, the Portuguese-inspired eatery honours the natural and tactile qualities of traditional materials such as clay, water and cobblestones."
Broadsheet
Hot List
March 25, 2025
"The space fuses the spirit of Portugal and Melbourne with azulejos (traditional hand-painted tiles), warm wooden accents and Portuguese-inspired art by local artists Ben Mazey and Lucy Roleff."
Herald Sun
Lifestyle
February 21, 2025
"The city’s gateway to Basque Country run by two Sydney hospo pros packs promise, power"
The Age - good food
Besha Rodell
February 18, 2025
"Newness is almost always exciting, but when it’s backed up with real quality, that’s where the magic lies."