William Bourke, affectionately known to us as Billy, was the son of English immigrants searching for a new life and land down under. He was drawn to Australia, the lucky country, for its rich tapestry of produce and livestock.

Billy quickly fell in love with working the land and embracing a broad palate of flavours. In between farming and fishing, he was often in trouble for joy riding in his dad’s tractor, stealing hen’s eggs and the neighbour’s vegetables.

As he grew, he learned the best seasons for various ingredients, and how to best use native fruits, vegetables and meats in his meals, becoming intoxicated with the bounty this great land had to offer. This was the foundation of his growing appreciation of quality food and his belief that good food should warm your heart.

We hope his food does the same for you.