Sydney: Welcome Merchant Pop-Up Market – 13/12/25

Welcome Merchant joined forces with Rozelle Markets to host an end-of-year market in Sydney, showcasing incredible artisans from diaspora backgrounds.

Melbourne Christmas Ho-Down – 6/12/25

The inaugural Christmas Market in Melbourne played host to local makers offering one-of-a-kind goods, delicious and authentic snacks and beats courtesy of DJ Naavikaran. Photos by Ghanem Irba.

From Tokyo to Damascus, With Love – 9/11/25

Chefs Naoya Shimada and Racha’s Syrian Kitchen went all the way with creativity, bringing an ambitious 7-course menu at bloodwood. Photos by Danish Ravi Photography.

Anthony and Cleopatra’s Feast – 12/10/25

A delicious fusion dinner event courtesy of Sebastian Pasinetti and Egyptian Tummies, held at local Carlton haunt Fenton Farmhouse. Photos by Ghanem Irba.

Colombian Carribean Night with Donde Mama! – 31/8/25

A beautiful Sunday dinner courtesy of a collaboration between the much-loved Donde Mama! and the North Melbourne institution Manzé. Photos by Ghanem Irba.

Relaunch of Stop, Next Chapter by Mahshid Babzartabi – 24/6/25

A celebratory evening to launch Chef Mahshid Babzartabi’s new book and feast of delicious Persian spread at the cool Hope St Radio. Photos by Ghanem Irba.

The Winter Solstice Market with Stay Soft Studio – 21/6/25

A team-up with the amazing Stay Soft Studio to host this year’s Melbourne winter market, with offerings from Donde Mama!, Alepp Soap, Juan Du, Mystical Incense Candles, and more.

The Staging Post doco screening + panel talk – 20/6/25

A special screening of The Staging Post documentary by Jolyon Hoff, including a panel talk with 4 Afghani women, and catering from the Afghan Royal Restaurant. Photos by Danish Ravi Photography.

Sydney Trivia Fundraiser – 28/3/25

This year’s Sydney chapter of our trivia night was again hosted by the delightful Jennifer Wong and accompanied with delicious catering by Sangee’s Kitchen. Photos by Danish Ravi Photography.

Melbourne Trivia Fundraiser – 21/3/25

Celebrating Welcome Merchant’s 5th birthday (!), we hosted our first trivia fundraiser in Narrm/Melbourne, supported by our generous prize donors, caterer Aheda’s Kitchen and hilarious hostess Sarah Bartolo. Photos by Broke Stills.

Galentine’s Day Lunch – 16/2/25

To celebrate friendship, womxnhood and love, 40 diners feasted on dishes by Racha’s Kitchen, hosted by the A Little Lagos team. Part of the proceeds go to First Nations Response. Food photos by Zona Tan-Sheppard.

Melbourne Xmas Market at Section 8 – 14/12/24

Section 8 played host once again to our Melbourne Xmas Market. Curious shoppers browsed through handmade gifts by Juan Du, Minarooz, and noshed on delicious treats by Aheda’s Kitchen and Sebastian Pasinetti (OKO Catering). Photos by Broke Stills.

Sydney Xmas Markets with Paddington Markets – 30/11/24

Despite the wet weather, our annual Sydney end-of-year market at Paddington Markets gave locals the perfect excuse to go gift shopping— among the offerings were Racha’s Kitchen’s delicious ma’amouls and GTAB Parfum’s delicious-smelling perfumes.

Parramatta Lanes Festival – 20/10/24

We joined forces with Powerhouse Museum and City of Parramatta to celebrate the vibrant culinary and musical scenes of Western Sydney. It was a showcase of food by Sangee’s Kitchen, Yummy Yummy Knafeh and Lugaw Queen, as well as music from the local top R’n’B, hip-hop and soul acts.

Taste of Persia – 12/10/24

A special team-up with Chef Mahshid Babzartabi and Earth Angels Bar for an amazing Persian feast, along with a showcase of beautiful artwork by Jodi Kashani and music by Reza Kashi. Photos courtesy of Broke Stills.

Sangee’s Kitchen Takeover of Baba’s Place – 2/10/24

A collaboration between Sangee’s Kitchen, Welcome Merchant and Baba’s Place that resulted in an irresistible Malaysian-Indian dinner!

Cooking demo with Chef Aheda of Aheda’s Kitchen – 29/9/24

A series of cooking demo put on by our beautiful collaborator Chef Aheda, supported by Magenta House, 3tomatoes, along with Carol and Sharon Salloum, and Racha Abou Alchamat. Photos by Danish Ravi Photography.

Sudan Fundraiser Dinner @ OKO Rooftop and Cafe – 29/9/24

A fundraiser dinner in collaboration with the incomparable Bakri Mah and co-owner of OKO Rooftop and Cafe, Sebastian Pasinetti. Photos by Broke Stills.

Sydney Awards – 9/24

Marjorie Tenchavez of Welcome Merchant was invited to the inaugural Sydney Awards as a finalist in the Unsung Hero category.

Spicy Sunday lunch with Sangee’s Kitchen – 18/8/24

A flavourful and sold-out lunch courtesy of Sangee’s Kitchen and generously supported by A Little Lagos. Photos by Danish Ravi Photography.

Stories of Power: Short Film Festival in Sydney – 27/6/24

We wrapped up our mini film festival tour with a sold-out Sydney gala screening at NIDA. The night showcased documentaries about our incredible partners’ stories by talented filmmakers, along with a panel talk and a night of networking. Photos by Danish Ravi Photography.

Stories of Power: Short Film Festival in Melbourne – 23/6/24

We hosted our first-ever short film festival at Thornbury Picture House to showcase the incredible work by filmmakers Jack Rintoul, Emie Roy, Samuel Kostevc, and Jazba Singh. Photos by Broke Stills.

Sri Lankan Tamil New Year Dinner – 16/4/24

On Melbourne’s first dining event of the year, we teamed up with Tuka Tuka Kothu Roti Man‘s very own Niro to host a delicious dinner to celebrate Tamil New Year. Guests were treated to delicious traditional fares at Molly Rose Brewery.

Melbourne Birthday Market – 23/3/24

Melbourne also played host to our 4th birthday celebration, a week after Sydney’s market. We saw lots of supporters show up for our amazing partners Akira Grateful, Bijouniq, Sweet Cora, Aheda’s Kitchen, Vanguard Makers, Tienda Wuarmi, Zi Accessories and more.

Sydney Birthday Market – 16/3/24

We celebrated our 4th birthday by hosting our annual Harmony Market in Sydney’s Petersham Bowling Club’s Top Green. Market-goers browsed unique goodies by Gina Barjeel, Just Shea, Aunty’s Ginger Tonics, African Food Feasts, and Sangee’s Asian Fusion.

Galentine’s Lunch – 17/2/24

Our annual Galentine’s Lunch is back with a bang, celebrating community sisterhood over a scrumptious, 4-course lunch by Racha’s Kitchen, and hearing beautiful violin performance by Maria Isaac, with donations made to Aus Relief for newly-arrived Gazan refugees.