About us
About SALAM: Authentic Franco-Lebanese Cuisine in Port Melbourne
Welcome to SALAM, a Lebanese bakery and French café offering a delightful fusion of authentic Franco-Lebanese flavours in Port Melbourne. Experience freshly baked manakish, hummus with Awarma, crispy falafel and indulgent sweets like Knefeh – all crafted by Chef Mariana Chedid, who brings her culinary expertise from Lebanon and France to your table.
Our Menu: From Freshly Baked Manakish to Indulgent Sweets
Explore our menu featuring a variety of Lebanese dishes, from freshly baked manakish to hearty Shakshuka, Soujouk eggs and crepes. We offer vegan and vegetarian options, ensuring there's something for everyone.
Chef Mariana Chedid: The Vision Behind SALAM
Chef Mariana Chedid, born and raised in Lebanon, brings her culinary passion to Port Melbourne, having honed her skills at Le Cordon Bleu and Michelin-starred restaurants like La Tour D'Argent in Paris.
SALAM's Grocery Section: Recreate Lebanese Flavours at Home
Take home Middle Eastern ingredients from our grocery section to recreate authentic Lebanese dishes. From Za'atar to Halloumi, we have everything you need for your next meal.
About Chef Mariana Chedid
Born and raised in Lebanon, Mariana migrated to Sydney Australia at the age of 18. In 2007, she moved to Melbourne and quickly fell in love with the culinary culture that the city had to offer.
At the age of 27, inspired by the story of ‘Julia Child’, Mariana decided to pursue her dream of becoming a chef. She travelled to France to follow the footsteps of her idol.
By 2014, Mariana had completed a comprehensive training program in 'Cuisine' and 'Pâtisserie', and graduated with a ’Grand Diplôme’ from ‘Le Cordon Bleu’ in Paris.
Mariana then pursued another learning journey with ‘Brasserie Thoumieux’, under the mentorship of Chef ‘Jean-Francois Piège’ .
Mariana's culinary career started in Paris at the Michelin-starred restaurant ‘La Tour D'argent’, under the supervision of Chef ‘Yohan Lastre’.
Upon returning to Melbourne, she embarked on an exploration and experimentation journey using the finest local produce, ultimately enabling her to forge her own path within the culinary scene, finally founding ‘Brûlée’ in 2020.
Now Mariana is introducing Australians to the true flavours of authentic Lebanese food with Salam opening late 2024.