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Ben
Cook, Wine & Deli Specialist
Hawthorn East
Ben has been behind the counter at Hawthorn East for over 15 years. An amazing cook who lives for wine pairings, cheese, and deli — he'll tell you exactly what to pair with what and how to put it all together. Ask him about aged varieties, natural wines, or what to bring to your next dinner party.
Obsession: Perfect wine pairings and aged comté
Chris
Deli & Produce Specialist
Clifton Hill
Chris runs the floor at Clifton Hill and brings his Greek heritage to everything he does. Deli is his domain — cured meats, olives, feta, dips, and all the essentials for a proper spread. If it involves good produce and honest food, Chris has an opinion (and it's usually right).
Obsession: Perfect dips and cured meats
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