The future of Events is here!
It has certainly been a long six months for the Events Industry with the ongoing impacts of COVID-19 forcing their closure. So, the big question on everyone’s mind is…. What does the future of events look like? While we are, all hoping for the green light to get back into the venues surrounded by great […]
Recipe: Potato and Parmesan Gnocchi with Mushrooms
A classic Italian dish, sure to please the whole family! We wanted to share with you a Metropolis menu favourite created by our Head Chef, Lana Cargill – Potato and Parmesan Gnocchi with Mushrooms. This recipe is a must try and far easier to make than you might think! Share your creation with us on […]
Louis & Albina: One year on.
One year on and in the middle of the isolation, they celebrated their first anniversary with a romantic dinner ordered from our Metropolis at Home menu. It was a great opportunity to ask them how they met and to reflect back on their cherished day. Scroll down for the details with images taken by Theodore […]
Winter Entertaining; it’s getting cold out there
Cover image supplied by Harry the hirer With Melbourne Meteorology forecasting an extra cold, wet winter this year Harry the hirer have shared their furnishing and colour ideas to warm up your winter event Cocktail party and pre-dinner drink seating The neutral tones of Metropolis, towering floor to ceiling windows and versatile spaces provide the […]
Magic behind the scenes with our Head Chef, Lana Cargill
Cover image: Theodore & Co Just as it is in many homes, our kitchen is the heartbeat of our operation. The love and care that goes into creating our exceptional menus and outstanding dishes is something that we are truly proud of. So we thought it was time to introduce you to the woman who, alongside […]
Recipe: Rich macadamia and chocolate brownie
Using pantry essentials, this decadent brownie recipe is easy, delicious and fool-proof. There are so many ways to serve this crowd pleasing favourite and we have included our suggestions, but with endless possibilities, we would love to see what you come up with! Share your brownies with us on social media by tagging #ImagineInspireCreate Ingredients […]
2020 Wedding floral trends: Working with your florist during a flower shortage
Cover image: Floretta We recently spoke with Grace Camobreco Reyes, co-owner of floral design studio, Floretta, about the impacts of COVID-19 on the flower industry. Grace shares her insights on how you can work with your florist to adapt your brief and achieve your dream floral vision despite the current flower shortage and increased costs. […]
The world of events: bringing client event briefs to life
Cover image: Hagar Australia Make A Broken World Beautiful Gala DinnerPhotography: Smokey Oscar Three day bump-in schedules, coordinating armed guards for thousands of dollars of jewellery, custom carpet installs, craning in luxury cars, managing arrivals of high profile guests and dignitaries, collaborating with guest chefs, feeding 40 crew members in the middle of service and […]
Recipe: Banana, walnut and chia bread
There’s just something about freshly baked banana bread that conjures up all those beautiful, familiar feelings of home. Not only is it simple to make, but if you’re like us and don’t like seeing any food go to waste, it’s also the perfect recipe to use up those over-ripe bananas. So if you’re spending more […]
COVID-19 Wedding Guide: Get busy planning
Cover image: Lovers Narrative Planning your wedding during COVID-19 lockdown? No worries… In a time of unprecedented uncertainty, it is easy to become overwhelmed. But don’t be disheartened – this is such an exciting time as you embark on your planning journey. Embrace the extra ‘spare time’ and keep planning because….love doesn’t stop and the […]