Our story and passion for hospitality

At G.Tim & L. Mel Pty Ltd, we unite rich culinary traditions, community-driven café culture, and professional consulting across Geelong and Melbourne. Get to know our journey and the heart behind everything we create.

Meet Tim and Mel

Tim and Mel are the founders behind G.Tim & L. Mel Pty Ltd. Tim brings years of practical mastery as a chef, culinary consultant, and business operator with a deep love for food concept innovation. Mel complements this with her community focus and operational warmth, ensuring every guest and client feels genuinely valued and welcomed. Together, they have fostered vibrant hospitality brands like Little Blocks Cafe and Singapore Kopitiam.

Peranakan heritage on the plate

What sets our food apart is our celebration of authentic Peranakan cuisine. Built on generations of culinary heritage, intricate aromatics, and hand-pounded rempah, our dishes weave sweet, savoury, and spicy profiles together seamlessly. We honour traditional Southeast Asian culture while refining it with modern culinary technique, offering diners a genuine cultural experience rather than just another meal.

Culinary consulting and industry support

In partnership with Timothy Culinary & Consulting Services, we bridge everyday café hospitality with high-level culinary consulting. From tailored event catering and bespoke menu design to staff recruitment, culinary training, and comprehensive operational advisory, we empower hospitality businesses to flourish and help talented hospitality workers develop their full potential.

"Working with Tim and Mel has brought an unforgettable depth of flavour and genuine warmth to our events. Their passion for heritage food and hospitality excellence shines through in every detail."

Satisfied catering and consulting partner, Victoria