With Hawthorn moving to its new home, the Kennedy Community Centre, Curtis Stone Events has been unveiled as the venue’s official catering provider.
Led by Michelin-starred Australian chef Curtis Stone, Curtis Stone Events is known for turning fresh, quality ingredients into delicious meals, whether it’s for a major event or a casual bite.
The exciting partnership is supported by their corporate offering, Cornerstone Corporate Catering, which specialises in delivering high-quality catering services for workplaces, events and everything in between, ensuring there’s something tasty on offer for all occasions.
As part of the collaboration, Curtis Stone Events will cater for all club functions in the Kennedy Community Centre, as well as serving as the all-important barista within the Harris High Performance Centre, providing coffee and snacks to all who visit the site.
Curtis Stone Events will also be the club’s caterer for all AFL and AFLW players in 2026 and beyond, fuelling them with high-quality, nutritious and delicious food to help them perform at their best.
Hawthorn CEO Ash Klein said:
“Hawthorn is delighted to welcome Curtis Stone Events to the brown and gold family as our official catering provider at our new home, the Kennedy Community Centre.
“Led by Michelin-starred chef Curtis Stone, everyone who visits our new home will have access to the highest quality food and coffee for 2026 and beyond.
“With support from their corporate catering arm, Cornerstone Corporate Catering, we look forward to having everyone enjoying first-class food at our new first-class venue for many years to come.”
Curtis Stone Events Managing Director Chris Sheldon said:
“Curtis Stone Events is absolutely thrilled to partner with Hawthorn Football Club to bring an exceptional café experience to life.
“Working closely with the club’s performance and nutrition teams, we’re proud to create restaurant-quality and nourishing meals that help fuel the incredible athletes who take the field.
“We’re equally excited to open the doors of the brand-new pavilion to the wider community — a vibrant space where great food, connection, and shared experiences come together.”
For any function enquiries for the Kennedy Community Centre please email hello@curtisstoneevents.com
