Images: Project Burrata
If you’re familiar with burrata, you’ll understand why this cheese inspires obsession. With its silky centre and creamy texture, burrata is always a must-order at any restaurant or cafe. If you’ve found yourself caught up with this viral obsession, you’ll be happy to hear Adelaide is about to get its first-ever burrata bar, and behind it is a story that’s as rich as the cheese itself.
“We’re the first burrata bar that SA has seen, which we’re very proud of,” shared Michael Calderisi, co-owner of Project Burrata. “The cheese itself comes from Puglia (Apulia, Italy), where it originated. My family is from that region; my Nonna and Nonno were both born there.”
Michael and his two cousins Stefan and Mathew, have turned their love for burrata into their livelihood and their lives. Michael says the soft-shelled buttery indulgence has been embedded into their family’s cooking, so it was almost foretold, or a destined pathway to some degree, that the three cousins would embark on this culinary adventure.
“Our first ever show was at ‘A Taste of the Hills’ in Hahndorf. From there, we progressed quickly, and we’ve taken part in ‘Gillies at the Grounds’, as well as the ‘Norwood Food and Wine Festival’, which we’ve been invited to the last two years.. We have catered weddings, and we have taken part in all different types of pop-ups, too.”
The catering and mobile market pop-up approach proved to be a very successful endeavour. Soon, the locally produced cheese specialty business required a greater space, and an opportunity presented itself at the Adelaide Central Market to set up shop for the Producer in Residence program.
“We had a couple of stints at the Central Markets, where the cheese was really, really enjoyed, and we were delighted to be a part of that community. Now, we are opening up our first shop in Adelaide City.”
Project Burrata has stirred and warmed the hearts of food connoisseurs in South Australia so much that Michael, Stefan and Mathew are graduating to opening their own store on Wyatt Street. Their loyal following has substantially grown over the past two years, but with their new prospective location discovered with the help of Renew Adelaide, the cousins hope to reach new burrata fans and spread their wings in a long-term capacity.
“I was on the lookout for little spots like this in the city, and then I found this one on the internet, so I reached out to the Renew Adelaide people because they were involved. The whole process has been really great, and we’re so keen to be working with them to activate that space.”
The Calderisi cousins have grand plans for their Wyatt Street location. Their aspiration for the space combines a home-style feel with a contemporary twist, and the opening is planned for February 16.
“The place is going to feel like home. We’re decking it out to have some rustic elements. Here we will be expanding the menu too.”
“We also have plans to offer our catering service, for board meetings, luncheons, and functions around the Adelaide.”
They’ll be bringing back their burrata bowls, serving the cheese with different toppings and flavour combos. So, whether your preference for this creamy cheese delight is with locally produced sweet seasonal fruits, vine-ripened tomatoes and fragrant herbs, or a combination of meats slow-cooked in a rich tomato sauce, Project Burrata assuredly has your cut of the cheese.
Project Burrata
Where: Shop 2, 18-26 Wyatt Street, Adelaide, 5000
When: Monday, 16th February 2026
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