Spring '25 Pop-Up Scarf Dinners at Molli If . If you've landed here through Scarf's 7 May newsletter, apologies! Wrong link! Please find details and bookings for Autumn Scarf Dinners at Masti here. . . As part of our Spring Scarf '25 seasonal program, we're running two Pop-Up Scarf Dinners at Molli, with a generous set menu (shared starters, choice for main course) for $60pp. Scarf Dinners are a great way to see our training, mentoring and work experience programs in action, while enjoying delicious food cooked by professional chefs. . The Spring Scarf '25 trainees at Molli. (L to R) Seniru, Hadia, Marian, Evie, Sophia, Bariaa, Huda. Photo: Laura May Grogan. Some Scarf trainees choose not to have their photo shared, and we always respect that. You’ll see their faces covered in images to protect their privacy. . Bookings Bookings are now open, thanks to our partnership with OpenTable. We're running two dinners at Molli on: Wednesday 19 November Wednesday 26 November (2/3rds full) Book Now . Please email us - bookings@scarfcommunity.org - if you have any queries about accessibility, if you'd like to book for a group of 8+, or if you'd like to use a Scarf Gift Card to make your booking. . Trainees Scarf trainees are resilient young people seeking protection and those from refugee and migrant backgrounds who are facing barriers to work. Many have experienced long-term unemployment and for most trainees, Scarf is their first taste of paid employment in Australia. During Scarf Dinners, trainees are supported by mentors as they grow their skills, knowledge and experience running the front-of-house, whilst professional chefs do the cooking. A recent graduate said: Scarf gave me a genuine safe space to learn, grow and feel connected. The young people working front-of-house during these Pop-Up dinners are trainees in the Spring Scarf '25 10-week Seasonal Program, and will be paid the Restaurant Industry Award wage for their work during this event and other work experience shifts worked at partner venues during the program. . . Restaurant Partner Molli is the newest venue from The Mulberry Group, who have been supporting Scarf as a venue partner since 2011. At these pop-up dinners, $60 per person covers a generous set menu (shared starters, choice for main course) from the experienced Molli kitchen, and invaluable opportunities for the Spring Scarf '25 trainees who'll gain paid work experience. See the menu Please note, whilst this is a set menu, most dietary requirements (including Vegetarian, Vegan, Nut-free, Dairy-free and Gluten-free) can be accommodated. Please make a note when you book your table, or reach out to [email protected] to chat through your needs. . . . Drinks As always, we'll have a fantastic drinks list (including non-alc options) thanks to our wonderful Scarf Partners. Expect beverages from Unico Zelo, NON, Stomping Ground, Starward, Archie Rose Distilling Co, Maidenii, Marionette, Bathtub Gin Co, Campari and Daylesford & Hepburn Mineral Springs Co. For Spring Scarf '25, we're planning something extra special with the cocktail offering! Legendary Scarf Graduate Kimiya (Autumn Scarf '24) is co-designing the cocktail menu with Scarf's Training & Events Manager, Nele. After graduating in 2024, Kimiya moved into a job at Boilermaker House, and she currently works full-time in the restaurant bar at Atria (The Ritz-Carlton). Learn more in this Graduate Q&A with Kimiya. The cocktail list is themed A Day in Melbourne and features six special sips! Expect creations like The Big Smoke (a classic Martini all about Mount Zero, the gin will be fat-washed with smoked olive oil, mixed with dry sherry and garnished with rosemary and native pepper olives) and The Green Light (a spritz made for a picnic in the park - gin, green apple, elderflower & sorrel). Maybe you'll finish the night with The Last Tram Home, an indulgent old-fashioned (we've infused our favourite whisky, Starward Two-Fold, with toasted coconut and cacao nib for this cheeky little number!) See the cocktail list . Kimiya mixing cocktails at Scarf's recent 15th birthday celebration. Photo: Laura May Grogan. . . Private Dining Room Molli has a beautiful private dining space which is perfect for 10 - 12 guests. We're able to create a bespoke group dining experience on Wednesday 19 November or Wednesday 26 November, as part of the Spring Scarf '25 season. If you're interested, please reach out to Scarf Events Manager Nele Stubben: [email protected]. Update 04/11/25: The private dining room is now booked for Wednesday 19 November. If you'd like to book the space on Wednesday 26 November, please contact Nele to discuss details. . The Private Dining Room at Molli. Photo: Supplied. . . What to expect By attending a Scarf Dinner, you’re making a real difference to the lives of young people who have faced barriers to work. Professionals do the cooking and Scarf trainees and mentors take care of the front-of-house. Expect delicious food, a top-notch drinks list, attentive service, a fun and buzzy atmosphere and the opportunity to provide valuable feedback as the trainees build their skills and confidence. A regular diner recently told us: At Scarf Dinners, there's nothing but good vibes and respect in the room. . Trainee Halima and mentor Kevin looking after diners at a Scarf Dinner at Liminal in 2022. Photo: Roger Ungers. . . Find out more about Scarf Dinners & events here. . . Booking for this event has now closed.