Press & Media

From restaurants to large-scale cultural events, my work has been widely recognised in Australia and internationally. Accolades, reviews, and features highlight not only the brands I’ve built, but also the philosophy that underpins them: honest, seasonal, producer-led food with a commercial edge.

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Awards & Recognition

  • Kitchen by Mike, Sydney International Airport with Emirates

  • Consistently recognised in Good Food Guide, Gourmet Traveller, and international press for innovative, sustainable dining.

  • Named among Australia’s most influential chefs in multiple publications.

  • Text image with the words 'The Story' and 'Morning Herald' written in gothic font on a black background.

    Mike McEnearney is one of Australia’s most influential chefs, pioneering a return to honest, seasonal cooking.

    Sydney Morning Herald

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    From farmers’ markets to stadiums, McEnearney has redefined how Australians connect to food at every scale.

    Australian Gourmet Traveller

  • CNN logo with the word 'Travel' underneath on a black background.

    Kitchen by Mike at Sydney Airport proved that even in transit, food could be soulful, seasonal, and award-winning.

    CNN Travel

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    From Here by Mike at 1 Hotel Melbourne is a masterclass in how hyper-local sourcing can shape luxury dining.

    Good Food

Media Features