In this episode of Table 20, Gustavo Alvarez sits down with Devi Christina, a sharp, witty, and passionate hospitality professional whose journey is as dynamic as it is heartfelt. From mixing cocktails behind busy bar counters to managing beloved local venues and stepping into the precision of Sydney’s fine dining scene, Devi’s career reflects a relentless drive to grow and excel. Yet today, her definition of excellence has evolved — it’s found in connection, balance, and presence. Whether we...
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In this episode of Table 20, Gustavo Alvarez sits down with Devi Christina, a sharp, witty, and passionate hospitality professional whose journey is as dynamic as it is heartfelt. From mixing cocktails behind busy bar counters to managing beloved local venues and stepping into the precision of Sydney’s fine dining scene, Devi’s career reflects a relentless drive to grow and excel. Yet today, her definition of excellence has evolved — it’s found in connection, balance, and presence. Whether we...
In this episode of Table 20, Gustavo Alvarez sits down with Devi Christina, a sharp, witty, and passionate hospitality professional whose journey is as dynamic as it is heartfelt. From mixing cocktails behind busy bar counters to managing beloved local venues and stepping into the precision of Sydney’s fine dining scene, Devi’s career reflects a relentless drive to grow and excel. Yet today, her definition of excellence has evolved — it’s found in connection, balance, and presence. Whether we...
In this episode of Table 20, Gustavo Alvarez welcomes Antonia McHugh, a hospitality professional whose kindness, curiosity, and passion redefine what it means to serve and connect. From balancing a science degree with restaurant work to discovering a deep love for food and culture, Antonia’s journey reminds us that purpose often emerges in unexpected places. Through stories of cooking Easter meals with her mother and foraging for wild herbs in Iceland, she shares how food has become a languag...
In this episode of Table 20, we sit down with Jean-Christoph “JC” Le Bian, a French chef whose story bridges the rustic farmlands of Brittany and the refined kitchens of Australia. Rooted in a childhood surrounded by fresh produce and family traditions, JC’s journey takes us from harvesting vegetables with his parents to enduring the intensity of French culinary schools and high-end restaurants. Along the way, he shares how curiosity, humility, and an openness to other cultures shaped both hi...
In this episode of Table 20, Gustavo Alvarez sits down with Devi Christina, a sharp, witty, and passionate hospitality professional whose journey is as dynamic as it is heartfelt. From mixing cocktails behind busy bar counters to managing beloved local venues and stepping into the precision of Sydney’s fine dining scene, Devi’s career reflects a relentless drive to grow and excel. Yet today, her definition of excellence has evolved — it’s found in connection, balance, and presence. Whether we...
