As we enter Autumn, our bodies search for little touches of warmth and comfort. We start to layer our clothing but not quite ready for heavier woollens. Our eyes gaze longer on deep orange pumpkins and squash. Beetroots, leafy greens and basilicas are at their finest. New season pears, apples and quince start to appear in markets. Citrus scents fill our produce bags. We at Filoxenia, start obsessing over new season produce and scour vegetable markets, talk to growers and pro

. Filoxenia is a Greek concept that has no literal translation. It's an inherent state of being present and open, of befriending strangers, of genuine hospitality, of opening our hearts and hosting with ease and connection. Together with Lily, we wanted to created a space where food is the conduit for bringing people together and learning So the journey begins for me, from fast paced commercial kitchens, and a 30 year fantastic food business to a personal journey that allo