After 13 years of honing her craft in Melbourne’s dynamic food scene, Korean-born chef Chae embarked on a bold new venture in November 2019: a six-seat Korean restaurant operated from her one-bedroom apartment in Brunswick.
With a focus on simplifying the traditional restaurant experience and putting the emphasis solely on cooking, Chae's modest yet unique establishment quickly gained a reputation for its commitment to traditional Korean fermentation techniques and promoting healthy eating practices.
Chae relocated to the peaceful hills of Cockatoo, just 50 km southeast of Melbourne's CBD, in 2021. The restaurant's natural approach to cooking blends seamlessly with the surrounding landscape of whispering gum leaves and the cheerful calls of kookaburras.
Chae offers an intimate dining experience with just six guests per seating in a cozy setting, inviting you to explore Korean food culture and take a break from the busy pace of everyday life.