Chris Cranswick-Smith has been working in kitchens since he was 14. Upon Finishing his apprecticeship at just 19 he packed his bags and moved to the culinary world stage of Europe to further his training

He spent 4 years cooking around the world at Michelin starred restaurants (La Broche in Madrid, Café de Paris in Biarritz and The Square in London’s Mayfair), as well as 2 seasons on elite Superyachts cooking for the CEO of Citigroup and the Prince of Bahrain, adding enormously to his experience and repertoire.

His resume also includes restaurants such as Aria, est and The Grand National, not to mention the likes world class chefs such as Warren Turnbull (Restaurant Assiette).

Now back in Sydney, Chris’s cooking philosophy is modern French and Spanish techniques with that fresh, vibrant and flavoursome Modern Australian touch. He speaks French and Spanish fluently and his modern European/ Australian touch to balancing textures and flavours is reflected in every mouthful.

Reece Griffiths is Emmilou's resident Mixologist. After finishing in this years Bartender of the Year Competition in the top 20 in the country he is truly amond the best in the country.  He is a true master of blending and layering flavours whilst often playing on the classics...with a twist anyone?

Chris and Reece will bring to you a truly unique experience whether it be a lavish dinner, some tapas between friends or something expertly chosen from the wine or cocktail lists.