DESIGN MEETS FOOD

Athena (pictured above in blue) believes beautiful food and design bring people together and turn little moments into lasting memories. finds out more… You’ve created a lovely correlation between interiors and food. Can you tell us about the importance of them working together? “The umbrella of the home is really where I developed my passion and skill set surrounding food and design in my mid-late 20s. I was a young mum who didn’t have a ‘successful’ career at the time and cooking became my artistic expression, my creative outlet. I also began entertaining, luring friends into my homes, which I proudly designed, and it became a way for me to stay connected, giving me a social outlet. For me, food and design have always worked in tandem – they both engage the senses and create a mood, a feeling, through non-verbal expression.” What food ends up on your family table? “Definitely seasonal and locally sourced but Mediterranean inspired. I love simple cooking techniques but bold, robust flavours. I