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Spice WhispererPieter SiebelPete has been in the hospitality business for over three decades, beginning his career working in hotels in Sri Lanka. Since arriving in Australia, he has worked in a variety of locations including conference centers, clubs, cafes, and restaurants. Pete has also set up and operated his own award-winning cafes, restaurant, and wine center in North Central Victoria.
He continues with his passion in the industry by working as a restaurant manager and hospitality teacher. Pete owns and operates a food production business that produces a range of fresh vacuum-packed curry paste, chili sauces, pickles, and chutneys, and is accredited with the Victorian Farmers Market Association (VFMA). In addition to his diverse hospitality experience, Pete has become renowned for his food tours, which he has been running since 2012, sharing his passion for culinary experiences with others. He now leads immersive food tours that showcase the rich flavours and cultural stories behind various cuisines and cultures. |
Sri Lanka Culinary Tours
Explore Sri Lanka's unique culture and cuisine in luxury
Sample Sri Lankan CuisineEnjoy a seafood BBQ on the beach at Galle
_______ Learn to cook iconic Sri Lankan meals such as Hoppers and Kottu _______ Experience fresh food markets, fish markets and traditional food carts View Itinerary |
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Experience Sri Lankan CultureVisit an indigenous village and meet the Vedda people and chief Uruwaruge Wanniyaletto
_______ Climb Sigiriya rock and the Dambulla Cave Complex _______ Visit the Ancient City of Anuradhapura Why visit Sri Lanka? |
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Visit Sri Lanka
Meet me in Colombo
Join me on a luxury tour of Sri Lanka and experience the country's rich heritage and mouth-watering cuisine firsthand.
Our tours are designed to immerse you in the local culture, from visiting food markets and temples to hands-on cooking classes.
Our tours are designed to immerse you in the local culture, from visiting food markets and temples to hands-on cooking classes.
PETE'S PASTES
Authentic Curry Pastes and Sauces
Can't get to Sri Lanka right now? At Pete's Travelling Pans, we offer a range of freshly made, additive-free curry pastes and chilli sauces that will elevate your home-cooking game. Whether you're a fan of fiery spice or prefer a milder (but equally flavoursome) curry, we have something for everyone.
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Find me at the following Farmers Markets:
Woodend 1st Saturday of the month Tallarook 1st Sunday Lancefield 4th Saturday 
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Australian Owned and operated, producing small batch artisan pastes and sauces. Made from home grown and locally sourced ingredients where possible.
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Free of gluten, artificial colours, flavours and preservatives. Accredited producer of the Victorian Farmers Market Association (VFMA)
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Cooking Classes
Learn to cook with Pete
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Pete has been in the hospitality industry for 40 years! During this time he has worked in hotels, resorts, cafes, restaurants and clubs.
Pete has owned and operated his own cafes, restaurant and wine centre, this included the acclaimed 'Kilmore Town Hall Cafe and Restaurant'. Pete continues to teach hospitality skills in secondary schools and private training Institutions. Cooking classes can be run at your home (minimum of 6 people required), or at a commercial facility in Kilmore Victoria. |
What's included:
4 hour cooking class. Demonstrations and hands-on tutoring by Pete. All participants prepare and cook their own meals. All equipment and utensils provided. All recipes and work plans provided. |
