Media Release, Museums of History NSW announces immersive dining experience, Museums of History NSW, March 2026
Museums of History NSW presents Dream Feast, an immersive dining experience at The Mint, as part of Vivid Sydney’s 2026 Vivid Food Program.
Combining food, sound and moving image, Dream Feast invites guests to activate all five senses as they gather for a multi-course dining experience within the hidden, historic surrounds of The Mint in Sydney’s CBD.
Presented in collaboration with ARLO Communal, the Sydney-born, New York-based dining collective renowned for their boundary-pushing, story-led feasts, Dream Feast brings together contemporary dining, music and visual art in a unique after-dark event.
Presented over four nights only, Dream Feast offers an intimate dining experience within one of Sydney’s most historic buildings.
Returning home for the event, ARLO Communal will create a multi-course menu paired with drinks that celebrate the artistry of food, culture and storytelling in their signature style.
Inspiration for Dream Feast is drawn from the Caroline Simpson Library Collection, Australia’s richest archive documenting domestic life across generations in NSW. Located within The Mint, the Library holds an extraordinary collection of pattern books, wallpapers, textiles, trade catalogues, garden ornaments, hardware, soft furnishings, manuscripts and photographs that reveal how people have shaped and styled their homes over time.
The Dream Feast menu reflects the evolution of how we eat, entertain and come together, honouring past rituals while reimagining them for today.
“We are delighted to be a part of Vivid Sydney this year,” said Annette Pitman, CEO, Museums of History NSW.
“Dream Feast invites guests to explore how traditions of dining, entertaining and gathering at home continue to shape the way we come together today.”
Layered onto this culinary journey, animated projections drawn from the Library’s rich textures, patterns and colours ripple across the historic sandstone walls of The Mint.
A newly commissioned trip-hop-inspired soundtrack, live mixed by Munasib – an Australian-born Bengali DJ radio host and curator, creates shifting sonic moods that develop with each course.
Together, food, sound and imagery transform The Mint into a sensory experience that celebrates Sydney’s creative communities while bringing history vividly to life.
WHAT: Dream Feast
WHERE: The Mint, 10 Macquarie Street, Sydney
WHEN: 2, 3, 4 + 5 June 2026
WEBSITE: mhnsw.is/dreamfeast
ABOUT THE CREATIVES
ARLO Communal
Tobi Fox, Head Chef / Culinary Director, ARLO Communal
Tobi Fox began his culinary journey in Sydney’s top restaurants, including Café Paci, Fratelli Paradiso and 10 William Street, before refining his skills in New York City’s dynamic food scene at the Michelin-starred Estela under renowned chef Ignacio Mattos.
Tobi now leads a series of global pop-ups, bringing his expertise to kitchens worldwide. His collaborations include prestigious venues such as Early June in Paris, Numeroventi in Florence, Tasca Pete in Lisbon, and Bar Buci in Sydney.
Cal Fernie, Creative Director / Executive Producer, ARLO Communal
Cal Fernie brings a wealth of experience from his distinguished career in the fashion industry and creative arts.
With expertise in event management and styling, he’s instrumental in curating ARLO’s visual and experiential identity. His diverse portfolio includes collaborations with iconic fashion names such as Laila Gohar, Schiaparelli, Paco Rabanne, Haider Ackermann, Helmut Lang, and the CFDA Fashion Awards.
Munasib
Australian-born Bengali DJ/radio host and curator, Munasib has curated performances at the Ace Hotel Sydney, SXSW Sydney and Powerhouse Lanes and taken the stage at Splendour in the Grass, Sydney Opera House, Australian Fashion Week and the FIFA Women’s World Cup.
A previous member of tastemakers Astral People and current member of South Asian creative collective Kerfew. She was the host of House Party on Triple J and
a past Mixup resident. She is also the brains behind Spice Trail, a performance night that debuted in 2024 at the Sydney Opera House as part of Vivid Live.
Vivid Sydney, one of the world’s leading multi-artform festivals, transforms Sydney into a vibrant hub of creativity, innovation and community connection. In 2026, the festival will bring the city to life, both night and day for the first time, inspiring global audiences and driving cultural exchange. From 22 May to 13 June, the festival’s pillars of Light, Music, Minds and Food will create shared experiences, attract domestic and international visitors, and support the NSW Visitor Economy Strategy’s target of a $91 billion visitor economy by 2035. Proudly owned and managed by Destination NSW, Vivid Sydney showcases NSW’s cultural vibrancy and positions it as a global leader in artistic innovation.