The Story of Italian Street Kitchen
From Our Family to Yours
My family has lived in Italy for generations, so you could say Italian food is in our blood! Food has always been at the heart of our family. Our happiest memories have been made around the table, sharing delicious meals, telling stories and enjoying the company of the people we love.
As a mother to twin boys, Giulio and Enrico, I’ve always believed that the kitchen is the heart of every home. Growing up surrounded by Italian food and family traditions, the boys developed a love for cooking, good ingredients and bringing people together.
And while they may be twins, they’ve each developed their own unique passion and approach to food.
Today, I’m incredibly proud to see them bringing our family’s Italian heritage to life through Italian Street Kitchen, combining the recipes and traditions we grew up with and a fresh, modern approach to Italian dining.
Because for us, Italian food has never been just about what’s on the plate. It’s about family, connection and making everyone feel welcome.
Our People
At Italian Street Kitchen, family is at the heart of everything we do. Our passion for authentic Italian food has been passed down through generations.
Together, we celebrate the flavours and traditions of Italy while bringing a fresh, modern approach to the food we love to share.
Meet the brothers behind our kitchen.
Head of Culinary - Giulio Marchese
Giulio has always had a passion for Italian food and the traditions behind it.
As Head of Culinary, he oversees menu innovation, supplier partnerships and the continued evolution of Italian Street Kitchen’s culinary vision.
He brings authenticity, creativity and energy to every dish, celebrating Italy’s regional flavours while embracing Australia’s diversity and exceptional local produce.
Chef Enrico Marchese
Enrico shares his brother’s love for Italian cuisine but brings his own creative perspective to the kitchen.
While deeply rooted in Italian traditions, he also draws inspiration from Thai and Japanese cooking, particularly their balance of flavours, attention to detail and precision.
Today, he brings that passion and creativity to Italian Street Kitchen, creating dishes that celebrate authenticity, community and the simple joy of sharing a beautiful meal.
'Made in House'
Translating to ‘made in house’, Fatto in Casa is the celebration of making fresh pasta in house every single day; something I’m very proud of at Italian Street Kitchen.
We work through the early hours of the mornings to produce the extensive range of delicious fresh pastas that you can find in the Fatto in Casa section of our A la Carte menu.
The creation of each one has been inspired by my belief that the best Italian cooking utilises traditional recipes that are enriched with modern culinary techniques.
Our Italian Food Ethos
I’ve always believed that the best Italian food starts with simple, quality ingredients, recipes passed down through generations and, most importantly, a little love. It’s something I’ve always shared with Giulio and Enrico, and it’s a philosophy that remains at the heart of Italian Street Kitchen today.
Our menu celebrates the classics we know and love, alongside modern dishes that bring a fresh perspective to traditional Italian cooking.
From wood-fired Italian-style pizzas and fresh pasta to antipasti and small plates, every dish is inspired by the flavours, traditions and generosity of an Italian family kitchen. We believe in using exceptional ingredients, from premium Italian flour, tomatoes and cheeses to the very best Australian produce. It’s this combination of Italian heritage and fresh, quality ingredients that makes our food special.
But just as important as the food is the experience.
In Italy, some of the best memories are made in the lively little eateries tucked away along the side streets. Places where the kitchen is full of energy, the food is made with passion and everyone feels like part of the family.
That’s the feeling we want to share at Italian Street Kitchen. A place where traditional Italian recipes meet modern dining, where great food brings people together and where there’s always room for one more at the table.
From our family to yours, welcome to Italian Street Kitchen.
