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Welcome to Lupino Modern Italian Bistro, a culinary haven where passion for Italian cuisine meets contemporary flair. Founded by renowned Chef Scott Denning, Lupino takes diners on a remarkable journey through the flavours and traditions of Italy, reimagined with a modern twist.

Situated on the streets of Mission Bay, our bistro offers a warm and inviting atmosphere that complements the vibrant dishes on our menu. Chef Scott Denning, with his extensive culinary expertise and deep-rooted love for Italian cooking, has carefully crafted a dining experience that captures the essence of Italy's rich gastronomic heritage.

Scott Denning has been cooking for over 20 years and has cooked in some of the best restaurants in Europe. Scott spent his formative years in London at such restaurants as Le Gavaroche and Pied A Terre in the late nineties.

Scott has spent many years abroad adding to his culinary repertoire. Working for wealthy clientele on large super yachts in locations such as the Caribbean and all around the Mediterranean taking advantage of the amazing local produce.

He also spent considerable time in Moscow and St Petersburg setting up restaurants, developing concepts and teaching local chefs how to cook. His food style is modern international with flavours of Italian, European and Asian cuisines and is designed to be both formal and casual.

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97 Tamaki Dr, Mission Bay, Auckland 1071, New Zealand

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Scott Denning has been cooking for over 20 years and has cooked in some of the best restaurants in Europe. Scott spent his formative years in London at such restaurants as Le Gavaroche and Pied A Terre in the late nineties.

Scott has spent many years abroad adding to his culinary repertoire. Working for wealthy clientele on large super yachts in locations such as the Caribbean and all around the Mediterranean taking advantage of the amazing local produce.

He also spent considerable time in Moscow and St Petersburg setting up restaurants, developing concepts and teaching local chefs how to cook. His food style is modern international with flavours of Italian, European and Asian cuisines and is designed to be both formal and casual.

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