The Chefs

Here at Amuse Gourmet, our chef-owner business model ensures consistency, quality, and personalized care across every event. We don’t just deliver food - we deliver peace of mind, creative collaboration, and elevated hospitality that reflects the client’s tastes and values.

A woman in a chef's coat stands behind a table of colorful appetizers, smiling at the camera at a celebration event.

  • The team is led by Pia Lopez, our founder and chief collaborator, who is a trusted peer within the very circles she serves. She has created a brand that reflects her values: elevated yet warm and approachable, detail-oriented yet inviting and fun. Her hands-on approach ensures that each plate tells a story, and each event reflects the host’s vision with grace and polish.

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  • Emile Avramides brings over 20 years of culinary experience to Amuse Gourmet, with a background rooted in fine dining, refined bistro, and high-end event catering. Trained in classical French technique and shaped by years in award-winning kitchens across Australia and the UK, Emile approaches his craft with both precision and personality.

    Having helmed kitchens such as Clove Lane in Sydney and worked in Michelin-starred institutions including Maze by Gordon Ramsay, Emile understands the nuances of delivering exceptional food at scale—without compromising on detail or flavour. His style is thoughtful and produce-driven, celebrating seasonality and simplicity with a modern, elegant touch.

    At Amuse Gourmet, Emile contributes to a collaborative culinary team, helping shape menus that reflect the spirit of each event—whether it’s an intimate celebration or a large-scale gathering. Clients value his calm presence, warm hospitality, and instinct for creating food that feels special yet effortless—always grounded in the belief that the best meals begin with great ingredients and genuine care.

The Events team