This podcast episode tells the story of Caitlin and her partner who took a risk by opening their restaurant, The Hummus Club, in Perth, Australia. They faced challenges, transformed a building, and found success with their modern Middle Eastern shared plates. The episode explores their journey, passion for food, and impact on Perth's food scene.
Caitlin and her business partner were inspired by tapas bars in Spain to create a Middle Eastern shared plates experience in Australia, aiming to change perceptions about the Middle East and its cuisine.
Caitlin and Ziyad started small with a market stall, then transitioned to a pop-up restaurant space before finally transforming a derelict building into the successful Hummus Club restaurant.
Deep dives
Growing up with food as part of her family's culture
Caitlin, the protagonist, grew up in a family where food played a significant role in bringing people together and showing love. Her Eastern European background instilled in her a deep appreciation for good food and the desire to own a restaurant.
Inspiration from tapas bars in Spain and a desire to bring Middle Eastern culture to Australia
While traveling around Spain, Caitlin and her business partner, Ziyad, visited tapas bars and became inspired to create a similar experience in Perth. They focused on bringing Middle Eastern shared plates and culture to Australia, with the aim of changing perceptions about the Middle East and its cuisine.
From market stalls to a successful restaurant
Caitlin and Ziyad started their culinary journey by setting up a market stall, which rapidly gained popularity. They eventually made the decision to quit their full-time jobs and transitioned to a pop-up restaurant space in Trinity Arcade. After nine months, they realized it was time to expand and found a derelict building in Northbridge. With perseverance and hard work, they transformed it into the Hummus Club, a thriving restaurant that continues to serve up authentic Middle Eastern cuisine.
Hoy te traemos una historia sobre abrir un restaurante. Kaitlin nos relata cómo ella y su socio se arriesgaron para lanzar su proyecto gastronómico, The Hummus Club, en Perth, Australia.