Finding Home: Storytelling with Indigenous Chef Zach Green!
Mark your calendars now, our highly anticipated Storytelling around the Camp event returns on June 7, 2025!
Join us for a special evening of food and culture at Karijini Eco Retreat. Chef Zach Green, known as The Storyteller Chef, will guide you through Indigenous cuisine, highlighting the unique flavours and traditions that celebrate the rich heritage of our land and waters.
Set in the breathtaking Karijini National Park, this dinner is more than just a meal. Each dish is crafted using local ingredients, combining traditional techniques with modern methods. Zach’s cooking honours the ancestors of this land, connecting each bite to the stories and traditions of Indigenous culture.
Throughout the evening, Zach will share insights into his culinary journey, the inspiration behind his dishes, and his work as an advocate for mental health in the hospitality industry. His dedication to creating opportunities and promoting inclusion brings depth to this experience. The night will also feature an acoustic set from a renowned Indigenous musician.
What to Expect:
- A multi-course menu featuring native ingredients and traditional cooking methods.
- Storytelling with each dish, sharing its cultural significance and history.
- Expert wine pairings from LS Merchants, carefully selected to complement each course.
This event is not just about great food—it’s also about giving back. Proceeds will support 13 YARN, Australia’s first crisis support line led by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, providing a culturally safe space for those in need.
Tickets are limited and expected to sell out quickly, as The Storyteller Chef’s events have across the country.
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Be transported to a world of culinary delights and adventure as Chef Zach shares his most exciting stories and experiences from his culinary journey. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to hear from a talented chef while enjoying the beautiful surroundings of the Karijini National Park.
Zach Green, known as The Storyteller Chef, brings culture to life through his cooking. Using ingredients to honour the ancestors of our land and waters, Zach highlights Indigenous heritage through his dishes, creating immersive cultural experiences.
Zach offers authentic dining that showcases the diversity of Indigenous ingredients and recipes, maintaining high standards of quality and enthusiasm. His passion for culinary innovation aims to foster a more inclusive and respectful society. He is dedicated to inspiring others to appreciate Indigenous contributions and perspectives within the hospitality industry.
As Co-Founder and Culinary Lead at Iluka's Hospitality, Zach manages food and beverage operations at venues like Iluka's Kitchen, Iluka's Cafe, The Little Starfish Cafe, and Westend Seafood Shack. He collaborates with Indigenous communities to support their rights and interests, creating sustainable opportunities.
Zach also advocates for mental health awareness in hospitality, believing in providing second chances and employment opportunities within his team.
Zach’s culinary events go beyond meals; they are experiences that connect diners with the cultural heritage of Indigenous communities.
Each dish blends traditional cooking techniques with contemporary techniques, offering unforgettable dining experiences.
This is an experience you won’t want to miss! Gather your friends and family, and prepare for a night filled with wonder and connection.
