What’s on the menu for 2022? There’s no denying its been a rollercoaster few years for the hospitality industry. Covid-19 continues to present challenges for the hospitality and events industry – particularly in regards to maintaining staff levels, stock availability and shorter lead times – and the pandemic is not done with us yet. ⁠ Some big hurdles are still on the horizon, however we are looking forward and getting excited about some of the changes we are seeing in the industry. Check out some of our predicated trends for 2022 below. We have curated what we are giving the big ‘thumbs up’ t ..read more

Summer is here.  Are you ready? Even though mother nature hasn’t quite come to terms with it, summer is technically here. Are you ready to brave that seatbelt burn? Have you refilled the gas tank for your BBQ? Have you prepared your pool? Have you stocked up on sunscreen? If you’re not ready, get it together! Summer is officially here. Here are a few suggestions from the team at Ultimo to make your summer more relaxing. Our Top Summer Tips Tip 1:  Fresh Cherry & Lemon Popsicles Grab a few handfuls of cherries and separate the flesh from the pip. Squeeze 2 large lemons. Pop 2 ..read more

MONTGOMERY HOUSE  View Venue Montgomery House in Mount Claremont, is a magnificent, 113 year old heritage building. Acquired by Aegis in 2012. Recently the facilities has undergone a complete and remarkable renovation to transform it into a unique and exclusive aged care residence. Offering an exceptional level of luxury, many of the 80 spacious rooms retain their original heritage features including high ceilings, polished floorboards, exposed beams and some with fireplaces. Beautifully landscaped gardens and quiet courtyards surround the whole building. A separate feature is to Montgom ..read more

INTRODUCING SOMERVILLE Meet our new function venue, with a difference. Brides, grooms and wedding planners of Perth, we’ve got big news! One of Perth’s most exquisite outdoor locations, the Somerville auditorium at UWA, is now available for weddings and private events. Imagine having those beautiful pine trees as the backdrop to your big day. With a capacity of 180 for a sit down dinner or 300 for cocktail, this venue is perfect for those with huge families and too many friends, plus the gorgeous grounds of UWA or Matilda Bay will make the perfect backdrop for your wedding  ..read more

One of the biggest trends in the hospitality world of late, has been the push from consumers for more on-the-go options. Whether this a reflection of a more time-poor society, or a development that goes hand in hand with leaps in the digital technology, the message is clear – consumers want control over their catering choices and they want them now! In fact, according to Foodable Labs data, online and order pickup are increasing at a rate of 34 percent, greater than dine-in restaurant services over the past 18 months. What does this mean for the future of the restaurant or catering experience ..read more

  Ultimo are very excited to announce that we will be catering ‘Dinner in the Sky’ Perth. This amazing, once in a life time experience will have diners suspended 50 meters above ground with an uninterrupted views of Perth city. Guests will feel literally on top of the world as they take in the stunning bird’s-eye view whilst enjoying fine cuisine from Michelin star trained chefs. Ultimo’s executive chef, Matt Leahy, has designed a bespoke lunch and dinner menu, hand crafted using the finest in fresh & locally sourced ingredients. The platform even rotates to g ..read more

Learn to plate like the experts – We share our trade secrets! Hosting a dinner party? Are you sick of slaving away in the kitchen for hours only to throw the different elements onto the plate? Ultimo Catering’s head chef Matt Leahy shares his trade secrets to add that wow factor and fine-dining flair to you plating. The Low Key Tool Kit – You won’t need any fancy gadgets to up your presentation game. Many of Matt’s tools can be found in arts and craft shops, hardware stores and $2 shops. Pastry brushes Perfect for brushing melted chocolate onto a dessert, or making loose garnishes stick ..read more

 After more than 12 years of planning, City Beach’s $18 million beachfront redevelopment is finally been completed. With the final restaurant in the precinct, the Hampton’s having opened their doors to the public about a month ago City Beach is finally living up to its true potential. Here are our top 4 reasons why you should be spending the entirety of your summer at City Beach. 1. Odyssea Beach Cafe You simply must get down to Odyssea just to try their breakfast! We hear the Harvest bowl is the perfect combination of delicious and healthy with brown rice, kale, roast pumpkin, avocado, w ..read more

Mouth-watering scrambled egg recipes The humble egg. A house hold staple, low in fat, high in protein, filling and quick to prepare – scrambled eggs are an Aussie fav. “If there’s an egg in the house, there’s a meal in the house” –  Oh god, I’m turning into my mother. But she was right. Eggs are boss and super versatile. Check out our easy and (get ready for it) egg-cellent scrambled egg recipes. Pimp your eggs!     CITRUS SCRAMBLED EGGS Cook time: 3 mins  |  Serves: 1 Adding a squeeze of lemon or lime juice, or a few generous drops of orange juice, to scrambled e ..read more

The Rio 2016 Olympic will involve an enormous population from different parts of the world. According to the Rio 2016 organising committee, each group has unique requirements for food and beverage across multiple locations throughout the games, creating significant service complexity. Their aim will be to fulfil essential dietary needs, whilst also helping to represent the cultural identity of the host country. Brazilian products and recipes will have a prominent position in all menus to enrich the overall experience for all groups. Brazilian chefs will be reinterpreting dishes that ..read more