Attica - Attica Digest

We proudly acknowledge the Bunurong as the first people to love, live and dine on the lands on which Attica sits today.

We recognise that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island Peoples were the first sovereign nations of Australia from time immemorial, and they never ceded this sovereignty.

Recipe: Poached Quinces

22.05.25

“The intoxicating, maddening perfume of the quince is always there, in each new challenge and new discovery.” Ben Shewry, Uses for Obsession

Filter by:

22.05.25

Recipe: Poached Quinces

“The intoxicating, maddening perfume of the quince is always there, in each new challenge and new discovery.” Ben Shewry, Uses for Obsession

Filter by:

27.05.25

The Great Philly Sandwich Tour

We worked hard to eat as much bread, cheese, and meat as possible in 24 hours, and here are the results: The Great Philly Sandwich Tour!

Come with us to feast on some of the best sandwiches we have ever had.

20.03.25

Left to Their Own Devices

From contemporary flamethrowers to traditional clay pots, there are some tools our team can’t live without in their own kitchens. Whether making barbecue or buttercream, find out which utensils the professionals keep close to home.

19.03.25

Outside the Box: Alex Bel-Saunders - Chef

In this edition of Outside the Box – a recurring space where we share more about those who make  us what we are – we meet chef Alex Bel-Saunders.

18.03.25

Recipe: Chicken Sandwiches Two Ways

Poached chicken lightened with natural yoghurt, spring onions and zesty lemons, or roasted chicken with luxurious sour cream, crispy bacon and chives. Or do as Ben does, and have both!

25.02.25

"It Feels Like Home"

The team here at Attica is superbly diverse, with people joining us from all over the world. Here, some of our wonderful staff members share places, dishes and tastes from around Melbourne that feel like home.

Sign up for updates

25.02.25

Breaking Bread: DabsMyla

In this edition of ‘Breaking Bread’ – a recurring space where we share more about those who make us what we are – we meet DabsMyla, the husband and wife artist duo who recently collaborated with Ben Shewry on the Attica backyard experience.

25.02.25

Recipe: The Evil Genius

If this cake were a person, it would be a real nasty piece of work. With its split personality, Evil Genius swindles fools left, right and centre on a path to total domination. At a glimpse, Evil Genius looks simple enough, oozing effortless charm. But this cake wants to rule the world. Underestimate this recipe at your own peril, a single touch to the lips will never be enough. You’ve been warned.

28.01.25

One (Big!) Day of Eating in Bangkok

25.01.25

Recipe: Ben's Lasagne Omelette

Any excuse to eat lasagne for breakfast!

23.01.25

Outside the Box: Drusilla Ratnam - Assistant Restaurant Manager

In this edition of ‘Outside the Box’ – a recurring space where we share more about those who make  us what we are – we meet assistant restaurant manager Dru Ratnam.