Alexis Buxton-Collins
This family-owned pub is a cornerstone of the local community
31/03/2026
Established on the corner of The Parade and Queen Street in 1856, The Bath Hotel is more than simply a pub. This long-standing community hub is a vital part of Norwood's identity. Tony Franzon has been part of the business since 1987, when his parents took over the venue, and...
A recipe for success: how one local bakery is making inclusivity a piece of cake
17/03/2026
Growing up in his parents' bakery, James Schmidt had almost unlimited access to a mouthwatering array of tempting baked treats. “They started Budapest Cakes in 1956, and I started my apprenticeship with them when I was sixteen,” he recalls. “Back then, I would have eaten something from the bakery every...
Celebrating Women in Business This International Women’s Day
06/03/2026
Image: Local business women Gabriella, Tatiana and Antonetta Throughout the City of Norwood Payneham & St Peters, female business owners are shaping the local economy with resilience, creativity and heart. When Gabriella Cavuoto and her husband took over European Cafe on The Parade in 1979, there was no such thing...
Food, family and fun: Sognare Italiano is bringing traditional Italian dining to Magill Road
23/02/2026
Growing up with two parents from the Napoli region in southern Italy, Deanna Pallotta's home was always busy with visitors. “I grew up with my mum and my dad putting on the best displays of food and welcoming all the family in,” she recalls. And those two pillars are at...
This incubator business is giving Norwood's newest residents the recipe for success
03/02/2026
When Louise Mathwin and Georgie Christensen decided to start their own food businesses, they knew there would be challenges. They just didn't expect them to start with the very first step. “When we were looking to see where we could test our own ideas, there was nowhere,” recalls Louise, who...