News and openings in Subiaco

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Subiaco Continental

10 Rokeby Road, Subiaco.

Miles Hull is coming home. Home to the big warm, embracing hug of Subiaco, the place where he spent much of his youth hanging out at the Subi Hotel, the Oriel and Funtastico.

After blazing a trail through Perth’s hospitality scene over the past two decades with landmark venues such as Little Creatures, Harvest Restaurant, Alex Hotel, Quarter Acre, Jetty Bar, RuinBar and Pretty Good Pizza, he’s finally doing what locals have been urging him to do for years.

He’s coming to Subi, where Subiaco Continental, his new European-style tavern-cum-bistro, on the ground-level corner of ONE Subiaco, opens in January. The 300-seater will occupy the site where Hull used to pester his mum and dad for an ice cream at the Pavillion Markets.

He’s already receiving welcome hugs from residents who have followed his career since he graduated from Swiss Hospitality school and scored a job at Balthazar before travelling to Canada and working in a brewery, sharing a house with good mate Clint Nolan, who is also about to open the doors of La Condesa on the old Oriel site.

With so many gigs to Hull’s credit – including catering for the Sydney Olympics in 2000 – he knows a bit about what punters want. Fine, white tablecloth dining? Casual shared plates? A cold lager with dude food? Hull’s confident enough to deliver the goods while tap dancing and whistling La Marsellaise. But it won’t be fine dining.

“I have a very strong connection to Subi,” says Hull, managing director of Dark Horse, the hospitality group behind his five current venues.

“Mum and Dad lived in Hamersley Road, and I used to live in Forrest Street right behind where the Village Bar is now. The Oriel and the Subi were great places serving great food and wine at all hours of the day.”

Though European-inspired, Subiaco Continental will reflect the West Australian lifestyle, with a light bright and breezy interior using Donnybrook sandstone – all designed by Kate Archibald.

“We need to celebrate our beautiful weather,” he says. “There will be a big alfresco area on Roberts Road and Rokeby Road and also a private dining room with a wall of local wines.”

Marcello Segolina, who is currently at Jetty Bar, will bang away in the open kitchen serving modern European dishes, with some shared plates.

“Subiaco Continental will be the place to go for all sorts of reasons,” says Hull. “After the shows at the Regal Theatre, after work drinks, brunch, a glass of wine, a snack. It will be open seven days a week.”

True to the Hull form, he’s working on a broad front, spending as much time on site as possible. But he’s also rushing between Subiaco and the south west where he is also about to open Southcamp, a microbrewery with a pub, beer garden, cafe and 18 cabins facing on to the creek.

And that should surprise no one familiar with his work. And, yes, ice cream will be on the menu. Visit onesubiaco.com.au for info.

Yiamas

26 Denis St, Subiaco Subi lovers of goat on a spit had better start licking their lips, raising a glass and getting ready to toast Yiamas. What’s Yiamas? That’s the Greek word for toasting to good health. And when the handiwork of the Community Coffee guys – Michael Roach, Phillip Arnold and Laurence Greenfield – is done, there will be plenty of toasting to that trio as they bring the Big Greek Saturday night to Subi EVERY night.

They are now proud key holders to the old Georges Meze after Eva and Nick Kanakis called time on 21 years running their popular Greek taverna. Many who whiled away an afternoon pretending they were on Mykonos will be sad to see them go.

But who better to take the reins than the dudes who ran the Swanbourne pop-up, Swanny Collective, where their Big Greek Saturday nights were a weekly institution?

Phillip Arnold has Greek heritage and is thrilled to be sharing some of his favourite dishes, like lamb souvlaki, charred prawns, whole fish, lemon potatoes and saganaki (fried cheese).

Esteemed chef Justin Scarvaci, who is currently strutting his stuff at Vinotto, the Swanbourne venue which is also in the Community Coffee boys’ stable, will man the kitchen.

Venue manager Caitlin Johnston (Humble Onion) oversees a Greek-centric wine list.

The tight-knit team will throw themselves into a radical refurbishment which includes opening up the kitchen, putting louvres in the al fresco area and installing a fire pit in the kitchen.

That’s where the goat on a spit comes in.

Roll on December, anticipated opening time, so we can all yiamas to Yiamas! Shui

12 Rokeby Rd, Subiaco One door closes and another opens. That’s what self-confessed Subi soldier Benny Tua is saying as he partners up with his longtime chef buddy Leigh Power to open up where Noble Perth served up vegan pizzas and $10 cocktails in what was the old Funtastico site, a stalwart of the Subi pizza-loving population for 20 years.

Now Tua and Leigh, two of the State’s most prominent hospitality names are preparing to show the bottom end of Rokeby Road a thing or two as they bring a touch of magical modern Asian to the ‘hood.

And, for once, Benny, who has shaken and stirred cocktails through a list of Perth’s stellar hotspots – Mechanic’s Institute, The Old Synagogue (Tonic + Ginger, The Arbour, Mr Chapple and L’Chaim), Sweetwater Rooftop Bar and El Grotto – won’t have to cross suburbs to get home after a shift.

He’s a longterm Subi resident whose kids attend the local school.

“Yep, I’m a Subi soldier,” he says. “Know a lot of the parents from the school. I have been waiting a long time for a venue like this to come up in Subi as I have been really keen to do something to make Perth a better place. "We looked at this place and thought “man, that’s a great shell”.”

And he’s thrilled to be working with Leigh, a former Gingerboy (Melbourne) and The Beaufort chef who was WA’s Chef of the Year in 2022.

The pair worked together at The Old Synagogue and Sweetwater where Leigh’s signature blending of spicy, sour, sweet and salty flavours into his dishes worked a treat.

Which segues nicely into the name – Shui is half of feng shui, an ancient Chinese practice which uses energy forces to create harmony. And anyone who has sampled Leigh’s dishes won’t argue with that.

Visit instagram.com/shuisubiaco/ for a sneak peek.

Karen’s Diner

4&5/375 Hay St, Subiaco. To last even 45 minutes in Subiaco’s newest burger joint means you have to have skin as thick as Meghan Markle and a bucket load of alcohol.

Sadly, my friend Karen Marks, and I had neither. So we sat tentatively wearing the emoji face for grimace as we munched through our burgers, drank water and tried to deflect a barrage of insults from the staff:

“You can f--- off” “I haven’t got all day” “Make up your minds” were lines delivered by staff wearing frilly aprons, body piercings, attitudinal sneers and plenty of eye rolling.

Tension was palpable right from the start where a group without bookings were told to “f--- off outa here!”

If you are going to brave a diner that promises an interactive, absurdly fun experience waited upon by rude staff and forced to play silly games you need to have a real Karen as your dining companion. Enter Karen Marks.

As the daughter of the late Jack Marks, the Australian politician and trade union official known as the champion of battlers, Karen is no shrinking violet. And like her famous Dad, she could break bread with either prince or pauper and has the most delightful and irreverent sense of humour. All of that made her the perfect lunch companion for a restaurant named after a widespread meme referencing a specific type of middle-class white woman, who is always demanding to see the manager.

We talked fondly of Fawlty Towers and goosestepping John Cleese

To mark its 50th year of operation, jeweller, manufacturer and familyowned business Linneys is launching two exquisite new collections, including its first-ever Limited Edition Collection that will include one-of-akind pieces with the famous Argyle Pink Diamonds. Since 1972, Linneys has always promoted its awardwinning jewellers as artists, and the new collections showcase the fusion of artistry, creativity and skillfully designed jewellery in this limited edition range.

The collection is limited to just 50 unique and individual pieces inspired by the Western Australian landscape. Collectors of fine art and watches who invest in the new range will also receive a hardcover book and “don’t mention the war” and wondered what Basil would think of these uppity millenials.

Our waitress deigned to bring the EFTPOS machine, which had buttons for tips $5, $10, $20 etc.

We pressed the button for No Tip which elicited another eye roll and a sardonic glare.

“Be nice to your mother,” said Karen as we swanned out and headed down Hay Street for a stiff drink.

(unavailable for sale) which features each jewellery piece, accompanied by a signed and numbered certificate of authenticity.

“We’re so thrilled to be celebrating 50 years of Linneys Jewellery and looking after our third generation of Linneys customers," said Linneys creative director, Justin Linney. "It's amazing to see how far the business has come and the team are proud to be continuing Alan’s legacy of artistry and transforming local materials into luxury design. It's a privilege to have my father involved in handmaking some pieces for this range and collectors are eager to see the latest offering.” Visit linneys.com.au for more information.

Celebrating 50 years of jewellery excellence

The Rug Establishment opens its doors

THE RUG ESTABLISHMENT PERTH was established 10 years ago in Claremont and has recently moved into a stunning new showroom in the heart of the Subiaco’s newly invigorated design district on Hay Street.

The company has just celebrated the launch of its light and bright showroom with a glamorous opening event, incorporating local handmade businesses, including Spirit of Little Things Gin, made at local micro gin distillery in Daglish, and a gorgeous Mediterranean-inspired food from Accent Cafe across the road from the new showroom.

This was a conscious decision, said managing director Ross Page, to emphasise the importance of craftsmanship and connection to handmade products as well as supporting local.

“The Perth showroom is an industry leader on the West Coast for handmade luxury rugs,” said Ross.

“We house a large stock range as well as provide a world-class custom and bespoke service for both the interiors industry and retail clientele.”

The company began 15 years ago when Ross and his life-long friend Richard Auchter envisioned building a company that paired passionate people who love to create inspiring environments all around the world with the magnificent hand-made rugs crafted by generations of talented Indian artisans.

Always at the forefront of innovation in manufacturing techniques, sourcing superior fibres and pushing the boundaries of design, the company quickly acquired a reputation for being ardent experts in all aspects of rug making and interiors and is proud to produce and source the most exceptional rugs in the world.

When COVID hit, the pair also came up with an innovative way to protect their most valuable resource - the 40 or so master carpet weavers in India responsible for creating their stock.

“We made the decision to allow them to stay in the factory, keeping them away from the risk of catching the virus which at the time was sweeping Indian in a devastating way. As a result, we were able to maintain a consistent workflow and everybody remained healthy and virus-free,” said Ross.

As such, the supply chain was able to keep up with demand, and the delivery of The Rug Establishment’s orders never faltered during the pandemic’s challenging two years.

Several bespoke rugs have already been snapped up by residents of the soon-to-open ONE Subiaco, and with an emphasis on one-off designs and the ability to create pretty much any design a customer may want, The Rug Establishment is set to become a destination for the design-conscious in Subiaco.

“Our rugs are completely handmade - masterfully knotted, woven or tufted by the careful hands of our artisans using techniques passed down over centuries by a lineage of rug makers in the heartland of handmade rugs, Bhadohi in India,” said Mr Page.

To bring a rug to life is a true labor of love, one born of many stages, each requiring great skill, care and attention to detail.

“We continue to represent this rich artisanal heritage by preserving time-honoured traditional methods whilst also integrating modern design expertise. This collaborative approach intrinsically places style, quality and durability at the core of each rug, making an investment for your home that is truly crafted for life.” Find out more at The Rug Establishment, 307 Hay Street, Subiaco. Visit therugest.com

Glow continues to grow

Glow in Subiaco is well-known for its high-quality illuminated LED products, with its Hay Street store filled with exciting products for inside and outside use. Now Glow can personalise your item with laser engraving.

It’s a wonderful and creative way to customise your Glow gift with a logo, name or message – even the packaging can be personalised to make it a gift to remember.

The engraving service is perfect for corporate as well as personal Christmas gift-giving, and there’s no limit, whether it’s one or 21 items.

“Adding a personal message can make your gift even more memorable”, Glow’s Justin Magatelli said.

“Personalised LED products are also perfect for special occasions like weddings, as table centrepieces at formal functions, fun birthday gifts, or even Christmas decorations.” To find out more about this new laser engraving service, visit Glow at 290 Hay Street Subiaco. Open Monday to Saturday 10am to 6pm. Hainanese Chicken at Mui Mui Secret Chef on Rokeby Road? It's a friendly addition to Subi's excellent collection of specialist dining venues, where Phi Fi Fo Fum was. Give it a go!

Have you tried ...

Kul Kul Subiaco

Jewellery • Gifts • Fashion

Shop A, 151a Rokeby Road, Subiaco Tel 9388 7900 Email cheryl@kulkul.com.au

Open 10am to 5pm Monday to Friday, 10am to 4pm Saturday.

Elle Design Rugs

You’ll find Elle Design Rugs on Rokeby Road, and in the store, discover a range of gorgeous rugs created by specialist designers and manufacturers. From vintage rugs to their bamboo silk and wool hand knotted collection, Elle Design rugs are beautifully crafted over several months by highly skilled Indian artisans to create a product of high quality and design. These rugs can be made to order in any size or colour to the studio’s designers’ and clients’ specifications.

According to owner Tatiana Rosa, they supply an exclusive range of luxurious and beautiful hand-knotted rugs to discerning clients and to many of Perth’s most sought-after interior designers.

“Working with our skilled artisans in India and Iran, we create and deliver unique, high quality, luxurious rugs made from the finest handmade silk and wool,” said Tatiana.

“My knowledgeable team and I would love to help you to find that one-of-a-kind rug that will be the finishing touch for your latest decoration project, or help you to create your own unique design.” Visit Elle Design Rugs at 325 Rokeby Road, Subiaco, or visit elledesignrugs.com.au Jet Empire Jewellery closes - but continues online

Jet Empire Jewellery and Gifts has closed its Station Street store after two years creating some of the most beautiful jewellery around for their customers, old and new. But the good news is you'll still find jeweller Heidi Atchison's range online at jetempire.com.au and at markets and events around Perth. Her jewellery continues to be designed and made locally, so stay tuned for the next exciting phase of this Subi success story.

Join Rotary of Subiaco

Interested in finding out more about the stained glass windows of Subiaco and other local history subjects? Or just keen to meet like-minded members of the Subi community? The Rotary Club of Subiaco is looking for new members to join them for fascinating talks and social events, with club meetings held regularly on the first, second and fifth Tuesdays of the month at 5.45pm at the Subiaco Hotel. Subiaco Community Catch Up Events are held on the fourth Tuesday each month.

It's a well-established club (founded in 1949) with a great portfolio of local and international projects, and the Subiaco cohort encourages members to bring new projects for the club to support. As well as the weekly meetings, the group also works on projects which generate friendships for life. To find out more, visit rotarysubiaco.org.au

Pupa Fast Nutrition umps up the volume

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