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Director and Executive Chef / Renascence Group
Alejandro Saravia

Alejandro Saravia is the Founder, Director & Executive Chef of Renascence Group, an award-winning hospitality collective dedicated to creating culinary experiences that do more than satisfy your appetite—they inspire, engage with, and build communities, while generating stories.

Well known for introducing Peruvian cuisine to Australia’s food culture, Alejandro is also a passionate ambassador and trusted spokesperson for Victoria’s regional produce, championing its farmers, growers, and makers. His extensive travels across Latin America have deepened his understanding of local food traditions, influencing his signature approach to storytelling through cuisine.

As the visionary behind Farmer’s Daughters and Victoria by Farmer’s Daughters, Alejandro brings a true farm-to-table experience to the heart of Melbourne. In 2024, he expanded his impact with Morena, an elevated Latin American restaurant in Sydney’s historic GPO. Building on its success, he opened sister restaurants Morena and Barra in Melbourne, further showcasing the rich and diverse culinary traditions of Latin America. His expertise has also been showcased at the Australian Open AO Chef Series and MCC Long Room at the MCG.

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The Hospo Reset: The key drivers shaping the future of hospitality
Sunday 18 May
3:30 pm - 4:15 pm
The Main Stage
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Saxon Wright
Founder
Pablo and Rusty's Coffee Roasters
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Judy McMahon
Director
Catalina
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Luke Mangan
Luke Mangan Group
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Alejandro Saravia
Director and Executive Chef
Renascence Group
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Wes Lambert
CEO
ARCA
Timeless in Melbourne: The secrets to building a lasting legacy
Tuesday 20 May
10:00 am - 10:45 am
The Main Stage
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Matteo Pignatelli
Managing Director
Matteo's Restaurant
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Clare Riley
Managing Editor
Restaurant Business
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Alejandro Saravia
Director and Executive Chef
Renascence Group