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We found the name Vapiano within an old Italian proverb ‘Chi va piano, va sano e va lontano’ which means, ‘If you have an easy-going and relaxed approach to life, you live more healthily and longer’. That’s been the Vapiano way of life since the first restaurant opened on 22nd October 2002 in Hamburg, Germany. Two years later, the owners decided to take Vapiano on a world tour and today there are over 150 restaurants in 29 countries on 5 continents – the world just loves Italian food! Here in Australia, our founder Will first saw Vapiano when he worked in Sweden and loved it so much he decided to bring this great global concept to Aussie shores. We’ve grown to 10 venues across Australia, beginning in Brisbane and expanding to Surfers Paradise, Melbourne and Sydney. We pride ourselves on simple food delivered with love. Homemade delicious Italian dishes of pasta, pizza and salads freshly cooked in an open kitchen.

La Porchetta is an Australian and New Zealand restaurant franchise which has become one of the biggest Italian restaurant chains in those countries.

For more than 20 years, the Hugos Group has owned and operated some of Australia’s most recognised and awarded venues. Hugos Lounge & Hugos Bar Pizza in Kings Cross, Hugos Manly, Hugos Bondi and Brighton’s Pantry are renowned venues in Sydney and Melbourne. These uniquely designed spaces are perfect for our relaxed Australian lifestyle, fusing urban sophistication with comfort and simply beautiful food. The Hugos Group has expanded to include Hugos Catering and Hugos Team Building Events, catering for the corporate and high-end private sectors. Owners, David Evans, Daniel Vaughan and David Corsi, all have a passion and dedication for providing extraordinary food and service in unforgettable venues. The trio met each other while working in the Melbourne restaurant scene back in 1986. Dave Evans and Daniel were both chefs and Dave Corsi was the front of house manager. After two years of working together and becoming best mates, they teamed up to open their first venue, The Lager Bar in Fitzroy Street, St Kilda and the rest is history. The Hugos Group has been consistently recognised by its peers over the years claiming some of the most prestigious bar and restaurant accolades, including seven Sydney Morning Herald chef’s hats, Best Restaurant in Australia, Best Nightclub in Australia, Best Small Caterer in Australia & Best Bar in Australia.