Our Story
Meet the faces behind the flavour
At Pan Divino, we bring together the best of Italian cuisine to create a vibrant, memorable dining experience in the heart of Surry Hills. Led by Executive Chef Stefano Mondonico, our team is passionate about crafting seasonal dishes inspired by bold flavours and earthy elements. From kitchen to table, every member of our team brings skill, heart, and genuine hospitality - because we love what we do, and it shows.
FOUNDER & MANAGING DIRECTOR of Create Catering
Anthony Whitehouse
Anthony has managed and run some the world’s top eateries, functions and retail businesses from London’s Blues Bistro and Bar to Sydney’s Taronga Zoo and the Australian War Memorial in Canberra. Having seen the best of the best, Anthony has drawn on that experience to form CREATE Catering – one of Sydney’s leading event caterers.
Executive Chef
Stefano Mondonico
Pan Divino’s kitchen is led by the renowned Executive Chef, Stefano Mondonico, who boasts over 17 years of culinary experience. His role as Head Chef at Gowings earned the restaurant One Hat in the Sydney Morning Herald Good Food Guide 2023.
Head Chef
Adam Bryce
Adam Bryce began his culinary career 15 years ago as an apprentice on Crown Street, quickly developing a passion for Italian cuisine. After honing his skills at Jamie Oliver’s Italian and Otto, his love of seafood led him to North Bondi Fish, where he met Stefano and formed a lasting friendship, later becoming Head Chef. He went on to lead the kitchen at the iconic Doyle’s Seafood Restaurant before reuniting with Stefano at Pan Divino, where his expertise in Italian flavours and fresh seafood comes together on every plate.