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Perth Now
28-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Perth Now
Leederville boss turns chef for culinary dinner challenge
Carl Leembruggen & Chris Bottega. Picture: Alan Chau / The West Australian The Leederville Precinct general manager swapped his office suit for a chef apron and put his cooking skills to the test to prepare a menu for dinner guests. Carl Leembruggen proved he could cook up a storm inside one of the venue's he manages spreadsheets and strategy for, whipping up a tasty set menu for a dinner at Servo. Guests were treated to oysters, tuna tataki, honey soy glazed stuffed chicken wings, French onion and miso fish en papillote and black pepper crusted beef fillet. For dessert, a creamed corn and condensed milk parfait was served, paired with a salted banana daiquiri. The event was part of Leederville's six week long food and wine festival Nom Nom.
Sky News AU
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Sky News AU
How a 1950s Mobil service station on the NSW coast got second life as viral entertainment hub
A retro 1950s-style service station in the Illawarra region is attracting more attention than ever after it went viral on social media. The ServoFood Truck Bar is based near Wollongong in NSW and has quickly become a cult favourite, not just for providing a pit stop for drivers, but also for its drag shows, live gigs, fire pits and open-air movie screenings. Social media commentators have taken to Instagram and Facebook praising the lifestyle hub. 'The Illawarra got way cooler the day the servo opened,' one fan commented on Instagram. 'Thank YOU for creating such a safe and wonderful space,' raved another. The Servo was the brainchild of local man James Spinks, who told a local publication just how he'd given new life to an old Mobil petrol station. 'We're doing things on a shoestring budget; it's totally DIY,' he said. 'You've got to have either money or time, and we took the time approach. 'It's been good. A big part of it is listening to the stories about what the place was, not just The Servo but also Port Kembla,' he told Region Illawarra in September 2024. The former service station hosts a variety of gigs and events, ranging from showcasing Indigenous art from the local Aboriginal corporation to hosting a series of food trucks and outdoor gigs. Originally an actual service station, built around the 1950s, sections of The Servo have previously been a gym and a cafe. The idea to create a food truck, bar and performance space began in 2018. As part of the food truck idea, customers can enjoy deep-fried lasagne toasties one weekend, and slow-cooked pork cordon bleu bao the next. It is located near the Port Kembla steelworks, with the space also featuring mural covered walls, fairy lights and reclaimed timber furniture.
The Hindu
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Hindu
Michelin starred chef Shane Osborn hosts a pop-up in Bengaluru
Chef Shane Osborn makes his India debut with a pop-up at Le Cirque Signature, The Leela Palace Bengaluru. The Australian chef has been based in Hong Kong since 2014, and helms two restaurants. 'Arcane our one star refined dining restaurant and Servo our Australian cafe-bistro wine bar, serves Australian fare with the Aussie larrikin spirt,' he says. He visits Bengaluru on July 11 and 12. About his cooking philosophy, he says, 'The food I cook is a reflection of my travels around the world. As I'm currently based in Hong Kong the food we serve at Arcane has subtle influences from China and Japan. We focus on promoting sustainability and all our menus have a strong offering of vegetarian and plant-based dishes.' At Le Cirque, guests can indulge in a specially curated eight-course menu that will be ingredient-led and technique-driven. Since this is his first time in India, he will also explore the local markets in the city. 'This is a must for all chefs. Seeing and trying local ingredients gives us a better understanding the local food culture.' The dinner is priced at ₹8,000 plus taxes. July 11 and 12. At Le Cirque Signature, The Leela Palace Bengaluru. For more details, call 8951974424
Times of Oman
04-05-2025
- Business
- Times of Oman
Student company develops smart device to track shipping containers
Al Musanaa: The student company "Servo" at the University of Technology and Applied Sciences in Al Musannah has successfully developed a smart device designed to be placed inside shipping containers to monitor their condition during transportation and storage. Shajan Mohammed Al Alawi, CEO of the student company, explained that the device is equipped with sensors to measure critical environmental indicators such as temperature, humidity, pressure, and vibration to ensure the safety of the container's contents. The device also features a tracking system that pinpoints the container's location, whether transported by land or sea, enhancing shipment tracking accuracy. She added that the device connects to an electronic platform that displays real-time data, including a 3D model of the container and a timestamped log of alerts in case of abnormal readings. She noted that the innovation has been showcased at several exhibitions and events related to innovation, including the Injaz Oman Student Company Exhibition 2025, the Small and Medium Enterprises Development Authority's business incubator in South Al Batinah Governorate, the Higher Education Institutions Exhibition (GEDEX 2025), and the "Industry for an Entrepreneur" forum at the University of Technology and Applied Sciences in A'Rustaq. The device garnered significant interest from visitors at these exhibitions. She stated that the device targets logistics companies, ports, factories, and all entities relying on land or sea shipping that require precise monitoring of their goods inside containers. She explained that the product is marketed through direct engagement with companies via field visits, where introductory presentations are delivered. This approach, she emphasized, builds trust and fosters strong relationships with potential clients through personal interaction and direct responses to inquiries. It is worth to mention that the student company "Servo" secured first place in the Innovastartup 2025 competition as the best emerging student company and was ranked among the top 60 student companies in Oman in the Injaz Oman 2025 competition. It is also the only student company from the University of Technology and Applied Sciences in Al Musannaa to qualify for the Student Company Exhibition 2025.
