Your Food Collective opened up at Kotara and at the helm is the amazing Bronni.
Always a smiling face around and hub and for ever networking, Bronni is a woman of many talents. We managed to steel a quite moment with her to find out what love and fast food (not in a KFC kind of way) have to do with life in Newcastle...
Tell us your story, what brought you to Newcastle?
Love, and high Sydney housing prices! I met my hubby while we were both living in Sydney. When it came time to be grown-ups, (you know, by getting married and buying a house) we decided on Newcastle. My hubby grew up here and we figured buying a home in Sydney would require a lotto win! I love the beaches here and the laid-back vibe.
What inspires you day to day?
Experiences and adventures float my boat so much more than ‘things’. I love getting out into nature and exploring new places with my family and friends.
Do you have a food philosophy?
Thou shalt not make a recipe that take more than 2 minutes to read..
But really, I like to keep it real, fresh, simple and fun! I love to cook but more than that I love to eat! Fresh food is bursting with flavour and never really needs a lot of fuss. I love to get my 3 kids in the kitchen - they’ve each starting cooking a family dinner every month.
What do you love about YFC?
So much! I love that there’s no packaging, and that I get to eat gorgeous produce grown so close to home. I love the stories behind my food - learning about the farmers and producers and their passion. Honestly, you can taste that love and enthusiasm in the food! I also love that my money is being spent with locals, not big corporates.
What's your go to in the kitchen at the moment?
We go through phases of favourites depending on the season, but at my place, Pasta Pesto is a winner every time.
What are you looking forward to?
With the weather turning cooler, I’m looking forward to cosy nights in, hearty stews and hot chocolate pudding.
Come down and say hello to Bronni at the Kotara Hub, she's always up for a chat and loves meeting people just as passionate about local as her!
