The Team
Who We Are
Jesse Davidson
Wine Lover, Adopted Italian, Tigers supporter
With 23 years experience running one of Melbourne's Italian dining institutions Centonove, Jesse brings a wealth of knowledge and insight to Bar Alba.
He can't wait for Bar Alba's education program to kick off in 2022 where he will guide wine enthusiasts and lovers on a tour of Italy's wine regions and endless grape varieties.
Kym Davidson
Champagne & Chardonnay expert, Mother Hen
Guests may not expect to see Kym working behind the bar too often at Alba but her presence will be felt in all aspects of it's soul.
With a keen eye for details, Kym is behind all the small things that make Bar Alba a special place to relax and have fun
Patrick Fletcher
Head Chef of Bar Alba and Centonove, Partner
Patrick is an absolute gun.
For 11 years he has been the head chef of Centonove earning the restaurant
10 Good Food Guide Hat's Awards.
Patrick has spent the last 5 years researching Italian bars and their food
culture.
He knows that a bar has the ability to unite neighborhoods and communities
and his food will be classical but innovative and easy to share.
He may not be Italian by blood but he's earnt his stripes and all his hard
work will be for the benefit of Bar Alba's guests.
