Cherubino unveils new cellar door eatery for Margaret River

Winemaker Larry Cherubino will partner with chef Ben Jacob for a new "relaxed yet refined" Italian dining experience at the Cherubino Wines Caves Road site in Margaret River this spring.

Masseria Restaurant will be helmed by chef Jacob (Lagoon Yallingup) who has developed a menu that will aim to "transport diners to the Italian countryside", showcasing casual Italian-Mediterranean cuisine using traditions with a south-west twist.

Think house-made focaccia, a selection of the season’s best antipasti and cured meats to a range of hand made pastas. From the charcoal grill expect the likes of Bistecca Fiorentina and whole Augusta Nannygai. To finish, perhaps Tiramisu made to share on the table.

“Ben has been aligned with our vision from the get-go,” said Larry Cherubino “We wanted to create a dining experience in the region that is accessible but still elevated and both the food and wine menus reflect that wholeheartedly."

The name loosely translate to farmhouse in Italian.

A wine list crafted by Cherubino City Cellar’s sommelier Simone Ratti and Group Venue Manager Jonathan Diaz will include rare and exclusive back vintages.

“I am very excited to align with the Cherubino brand in opening Masseria.” said Jacob “I am committed to utilising my depth of knowledge and skill as a chef and restaurateur to create a welcoming atmosphere where families and friends can indulge in an Italian-Mediterranean menu focused on casual, simple, but delicious food, right here, in the south-west.”

Masseria will open just in time for spring/summer 2024 dining.