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news • June 30th, 2025

Chef Kenneth Culhane and His Team Win Fine Dining Restaurant of the Year

A huge congratulations to Chef Kenneth Culhane and his dedicated team from Restaurant The Dysart Petersham on receiving the Fine Dining Restaurant of the Year Award at the Time & Leisure Awards ceremony, held last week at the Rose Theatre in Kingston. This recognition is a true testament to the excellence, care, and passion that define the restaurant’s identity. From meticulously crafted dishes to warm, refined hospitality, every detail reflects the high standards that have earned them this prestigious honor.

Voted by the People

What makes this award particularly meaningful is that it was voted for by the readers of Time & Leisure magazine. To have received this recognition directly from guests and supporters is both humbling and rewarding. It speaks volumes about the impact the restaurant continues to make on its community and beyond.

Chef Kenneth Culhane and his team from Restaurant The Dysart Petersham shared his gratitude:
“So happy to have won the Fine Dining Restaurant of the Year Award at the Time and Leisure Awards ceremony at The Rose Theatre in Kingston last week. All the more pleasing is that the awards are voted for by the magazine’s readers – it really means a lot that we received your votes!!!”

A Celebration to Remember

The team also extended their thanks to Time & Leisure for hosting a truly memorable celebration of culinary and cultural excellence. The atmosphere at the Rose Theatre was one of joy, recognition, and inspiration.

“Thank you to Time and Leisure for hosting a fantastic celebration. We’ll hope to see you next year!!!”

This award is not just a recognition of past efforts—it’s a celebration of continued dedication to quality, innovation, and guest experience.