Root to Stem

A Zero-Waste Dining Experience with Chef Johnny Hasan

What does it mean to cook with care — across cultures, generations and systems?

Root to Stem is an intimate dining event presented by WRAP, Est. and Chef Johnny Hasan, whose journey from Bangladesh to Melbourne’s hospitality scene, local schools and now new restaurant Patris, shaped a practice grounded in resourcefulness, respect and flavour.

Over a thoughtfully prepared sit-down meal designed as a closed loop, where ingredients reappear, and nothing is discarded. Guests are invited into a conversation about food waste, circular cooking and how traditional approaches can inform contemporary Australian dining while surrounded by artworks, many of which have employed the same level of careful reuse and repurpose.

Situated within the exhibition space, the dinner invites you to reflect on the innovative ways that circular approaches can shape our shared future.

Tickets include a three-course tasting menu and a drink on arrival; additional drinks charged on consumption. Tickets are limited to 35 places per seating, with two seatings per evening.

Friday May 22nd

First Seating 6:00pm- 7:30pm | Second Seating 8:15pm - 9:30pm

Saturday May 23rd

First Seating: 6pm - 7:30pm | Second Seating: 8:15pm - 9:30pm

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Location

The Park House – Riverbank

631 Victoria Street
Abbotsford
VIC 3067

Presented by Chef Johnny Hasan of Patris, WRAP and Est.

This event is part of Melbourne Design Week 2026, an initiative of the Victorian Government through Creative Victoria.

Please note each ticket sale directly supports the event delivery. Refunds cannot be offered after 1 May 2026. Please review our full policy here.