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This is a dedicated page for Lutece friends and family to keep the good food and conversations alive with Lutece Culinary Friends. A native of the Alsatian city of Strasbourg - France, Romain brings to Australia the unique spirit of this culinary mecca of half-timbered houses overhanging cobbled streets, its citizen wrestling with a language that is part French, part German. Following intensive tr

aining in France, Romain moved to Australia in 1990 where he has since held positions at numerous award-winning restaurants including: Mietta's Melbourne, Hayman Island Resort, Il Centro Brisbane, Drift restaurants and his own Lutece Bistro & Wine Bar in Bardon

His celebrity was cemented during his years at Mietta’s & 13 years at Brisbane institution Il Centro, where his fresh, modern menu featuring his famous Sand Crab Lasagne. Romain's genuine passion for quality produce along with his love of entertaining people with French cuisine prepared from the heart, motivated him to open Lutèce Bistro & Wine Bar in 2013. Lutece quickly established itself as one of Australia’s leading French Bistro and Wine Bars and has received 5 star reviews and a well-earned local following. Romain hung up his apron after 48 years in foodservice earlier this year when a serious car accident took its physical toll and he made the difficult decision to step out of the kitchen and take some time to rest and recover. His desire to stay in touch with his Lutèce family and friends remains very much a focus and so he keeps the good food and conversations alive with Lutèce Culinary Friends. He also publishes this CUISINIER (aka Chef) Blog dedicated to share his passion for good food and company.

🇫🇷 Celebrate Bastille Day with us! 🇫🇷This Tuesday 14 July, join The Académie Culinaire de France Australie, Romain Bapst...
08/07/2026

🇫🇷 Celebrate Bastille Day with us! 🇫🇷

This Tuesday 14 July, join The Académie Culinaire de France Australie, Romain Bapst and Chef Stuart McGill for a special Bastille Day celebration at the charming Sauce Bistro, Ashgrove.

Choose from:
🥂 Lunch | 12:00pm
🍷 Dinner | 6:30pm

Enjoy an unforgettable French experience featuring:
✨ A beautiful 3-course menu by Chef Stuart McGill
🍷 Matching French wines (optional)
🎷 Live entertainment by our longtime friend Leonardo on saxophone, performing the timeless French classics of Edith Piaf, Charles Aznavour, Jacques Brel, Charles Trenet and Yves Montand.

Chef Stuart has honed his craft in some of Australia's most celebrated kitchens, including Tetsuya's, Bistrot Thierry and Etsu Izakaya, bringing together classical French techniques, exceptional Australian produce and a passion for creating memorable dining experiences.

$160 – 3-course menu, matching French wines & live entertainment
$140 – 3-course menu & live entertainment

Founded in 1883, the Académie Culinaire de France is one of the world's most prestigious culinary organisations, dedicated to preserving and celebrating the rich traditions of French gastronomy. We're delighted to bring this special celebration to Brisbane.

✨ Bookings are essential and seats are limited.

📞 0409 20 25 26
📧 [email protected]

✨ An Invitation to a Very Special Luncheon at Montrachet ✨Join us for an intimate and memorable afternoon at Montrachet ...
18/05/2026

✨ An Invitation to a Very Special Luncheon at Montrachet ✨

Join us for an intimate and memorable afternoon at Montrachet with Chef Clément Chauvin on Thursday 28 May 2026 at 12:00pm.

Hosted by Chef Romain Bapst, this special luncheon is a heartfelt way of thanking guests for their incredible support of his fundraising events, while also celebrating the success of Clément’s beautiful new cookbook.

Parisian-born Chef Clément Chauvin opened Montrachet following the success of his acclaimed Canberra restaurant Les Bistronomes, bringing refined French dining and authentic Parisian flair to Brisbane.

For this exclusive occasion, guests will enjoy a refined three-course luncheon paired with selected French wines.

🥂 Menu & wines | $140 per person

A celebration of friendship, fine food, French hospitality and shared memories — this promises to be a warm and unforgettable afternoon.

📍 Montrachet
📅 Thursday 28 May 2026
🕛 12:00pm

Places are limited.

À dinner with MC Chef Gabriel Gate at the Sofitel Brisbane Monday 16/3 @ 630pm Contact romain@lutece.com.au
08/03/2026

À dinner with MC Chef Gabriel Gate at the Sofitel Brisbane Monday 16/3 @ 630pm
Contact [email protected]

Under The Road to Lyon 2027, Bocuse d’Or Australia proudly supports Chef Paul Golding, winner of the Australian Golden Knife, as he prepares to compete at the Bocuse d’Or Asia Pacific 2026.

Lutèce Culinary Tours and Romain Bapst are proud Silver Sponsors of Bocuse d’Or Australia and long-standing supporters of culinary excellence. 🇦🇺

Under The Road to Lyon 2027, Bocuse d’Or Australia proudly supports Chef Paul Golding, winner of the Australian Golden K...
23/02/2026

Under The Road to Lyon 2027, Bocuse d’Or Australia proudly supports Chef Paul Golding, winner of the Australian Golden Knife, as he prepares to compete at the Bocuse d’Or Asia Pacific 2026.

Lutèce Culinary Tours and Romain Bapst are proud Silver Sponsors of Bocuse d’Or Australia and long-standing supporters of culinary excellence. 🇦🇺

The Bocuse d’Or Australia Fundraising Dinner will feature exceptional door prizes, raffle prizes, and a Chef’s Auction, ...
20/02/2026

The Bocuse d’Or Australia Fundraising Dinner will feature exceptional door prizes, raffle prizes, and a Chef’s Auction, with proceeds supporting Team Australia’s journey to international competition.

Every contribution on the night helps sustain excellence, mentorship, and Australia’s presence on the global culinary stage.

Your support truly makes a difference! 🙏🏼

Cuisine on the evening will be crafted by Sofitel Brisbane Executive Chef Alexandre Goyard. With nearly two decades of i...
18/02/2026

Cuisine on the evening will be crafted by Sofitel Brisbane Executive Chef Alexandre Goyard.

With nearly two decades of international experience across Michelin-starred restaurants and five-star hotels, Chef Alexandre brings precision, creativity, and deep respect for French culinary tradition.

“Culinary memories are woven into the very fabric of our lives.”
— Alexandre Goyard

The Academie Culinaire de France Australie and Lutèce Culinary Friends are honoured to welcome Grand Chef Gabriel Gaté a...
16/02/2026

The Academie Culinaire de France Australie and Lutèce Culinary Friends are honoured to welcome Grand Chef Gabriel Gaté as Master of Ceremony for the Bocuse d’Or Australia Fundraising Dinner at the Sofitel Brisbane on Monday 16th March 2026
réservation and information contact [email protected]
With more than 40 years of culinary storytelling, 23 cookbooks, and over 1.1 million copies sold, Gabriel Gaté is a cherished voice in Australian kitchens and a true ambassador of French cuisine.

Guests are warmly invited to bring their Gabriel Gaté cookbooks for signing on the night
Merci, Gabriel! 🙏🏼

15/02/2026

Often described as the Olympics of gastronomy, the Bocuse d’Or represents the highest level of culinary competition in the world.

This fundraising dinner supports Chef Paul Golding and Team Australia as they prepare for the Bocuse d’Or Asia Pacific 2026, on the road to Lyon 2027.

📍 Privé Restaurant, Sofitel Brisbane
📅 Monday 16 March

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