The Grey Lynn RSC is proud to introduce our new chef, Ben Macdonald. Ben has recently taken over from the renowned Jimmy Gerard who retired in November.
After living in Europe and travelling extensively for almost two decades, Ben brings with him plenty of inspiration and a wealth culinary experience. More recently, Ben was a finalist in Masterchef Australia 2014, learning from and cooking alongside iconic chefs such as Heston Blumenthal and Marco Pierre White. He has also spent time in several top Australian restaurants and now looks forward to bringing his love of food back home.
Ben alongside his partner and two young daughters live locally and have relished the community feel that the GLRSC has offered them.
The GLRSC is not only a venue for returned service people, but also a gathering place for more than ninety per cent associate (local) members. The upstairs function room “the Grey Lynn Ballroom” is regularly booked for weddings, celebrations, meetings and as a film set. With a capacity of 140 it is a great choice for affordable events and Ben has plenty of catering options available.
Ben is also planning some exclusive pop-up dining events in the upstairs restaurant (see www.benskitchen.co.nz for more details).
The GLRSC supports quality live music every Friday and major sports events can be viewed on our big screen TVs. We welcome new members, so why not join? It’s your local community gem in the West Lynn village.
To plan your special occasion, fundraiser, quiz or ask Ben to assist with your catering needs - please email greylynnrsc@hotmail.co.nz or visit our facebook page.
The Grey Lynn RSC, 1 Francis Street, T: 09 376 2909, www.greylynnrsc.org.nz