Cafe Paci to stay a while

Chef Pasi Petanen is rewriting the rules for pop-up restaurants. What was supposed to be a quick food fling at Riley Street, East Sydney, has developed into long-term commitment. The former head chef at Marque restaurant has already operated Cafe Paci for 18 months, picking up a chef's hat in the process.

"I've just signed an extension for another 12 months," the talented chef tells Good Food. Pop-ups are supposed to be temporary, and Petanen says next year he will probably move the restaurant to a new venue or tackle a different project. "I wouldn't mind opening a Scandinavian bakery one day," he says.