05/11/2026
New World of Mouth Podcast is out now with H U G H A L L E N , chef of YIAGA in Melbourne 🎙️
Hugh Allen began his career at Rockpool Bar & Grill as a teenager before moving on to Vue de Monde, Michelin-starred kitchens in Paris and Noma in Copenhagen, where he spent more than three years. He later returned to Melbourne to lead Vue de Monde before opening his own restaurant.
Set in Melbourne’s Fitzroy Gardens, Yiaga is a project years in the making, created in collaboration with architect John Wardle and more than 50 Australian craftspeople. From its handmade terracotta interiors to its focus on Australian produce and native ingredients, every detail reflects Allen’s vision.
In this episode, Hugh shares the story behind Yiaga, lessons from some of the world’s most ambitious kitchens and his passion for Australian ingredients and craftsmanship. He also reveals some of his favourite places to eat in Melbourne, Australia and beyond.
Listen to the episode on your favourite podcast platform and find all the restaurants mentioned in the World of Mouth app.