TAFE Queensland in South Brisbane is harbouring one of the lesser known fine dining locations of Brisbane, offering three-course a la carte dinners for a mere $30 per head. 66 on Ernest is a fine-dining restaurant and function centre run by the tertiary educator teaching the next generation of chefs.
With experienced chefs and hospitality staff at the core, students learn everything related to customer service and cookery in a real-life setting. Director of the Faculty of Tourism, Hospitality and Personal Services at TAFE Queensland Pat Dennis said the facility is vital to the student’s training program. “At 66 on Ernest, it is all about hands-on learning, and the students revel in in it,” said Pat. “It gives them the opportunity to put into action what they’ve learned in the classroom and start perfecting their chosen trade—we all know that hands-on experience is the best way to learn, particularly in the hospitality industry.”
The facility offers a recently renovated, contemporary dining restaurant and bar as well as a function centre for weddings and corporate events and later this year will host several specialty evenings, including a Cloverly Estate wine matching dinner.
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