What do you get when you take a beekeeping nutritionist, a globetrotting coffee aficionado with a penchant for spy craft and the consummate hostess – and put them together in Flinders University\u2019s former Alere Caf\u00e9 site?<\/p>\n
Wildernest is a vibrant addition to our Bedford Park campus, offering a unique dining experience. With a focus on fresh, delicious and healthy food, Wildernest is set to become a great new spot for staff, students and visitors alike.<\/p>\n
Meet the team<\/strong><\/p>\n With a wealth of experience in hospitality, retail and entertaining, the team has a deep understanding of the need for a relaxing and welcoming space\u2026 a \u2018nest\u2019 overlooking the wilderness of Flinders. \u201cWe are excited to welcome people to come up to Wildernest and share our love of good food.\u202f We want people to come here to relax and step into our world,\u201d said Ali<\/strong>.<\/p>\n Ali <\/strong>brings a passion for food, wine and people to the table. \u201cCelebrations and entertaining make me happy. They are a big part of my life,\u201d she said. \u201cI find happiness in bringing people together through food.\u201d<\/p>\n Ali studied Behavioural Science at Flinders and was thrilled to have the opportunity to come back to campus in this new venture.<\/p>\n Anya\u202f<\/strong>emphasizes the importance of having a warm, welcoming atmosphere at Wildernest with a great team. \u201cWe all manage our areas and jump in to help each other whenever needed,\u201d she said. \u201cWe come from diverse backgrounds, but share a common love for feeding people and seeing people react with joy to the first taste of our food\u201d.<\/p>\n Xarchaeceya<\/strong>\u202fis dedicated to creating both healthy and delicious food. \u201cI strive to bridge the gap between healthy eating and great taste,\u201d she said. \u201cI think it\u2019s a tricky balance to get right – and that\u2019s which makes our food offerings unique. From my experience as a Flinders student studying Nutrition, salads were a big thing that I wanted to see more of. Salads that you actually want<\/em> to eat \u2013 because they\u2019re not just leaves, you know!\u202fWe use seasonal and home-grown and seasonal ingredients, including produce from our own home gardens.”<\/p>\n Some menu highlights include:<\/p>\n Expect the menu to evolve with new items each season. The catering menu will be available soon.<\/p>\n For catering and enquiries, call 0426 035 850 or email wildernest@flinders.edu.au. To book a table, click here<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n Wildernest is open just in time for Orientation, for breakfast, lunch and afternoon snacks.<\/p>\n\n