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How Chris Lucas came to know the secrets of the rich and powerful

How Chris Lucas came to know the secrets of the rich and powerful

One of Melbourne’s top restaurateurs, Chris Lucas, is expanding across the country – with 25 brands and 4500 staff – but he is keeping old-fashioned values at the heart of his operations.

Restaurateur Chris Lucas is expanding his hospitality empire into new Australian cities, but he’s ensuring his restaurants are imbued with European style and panache. Eamon Gallagher

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Patrick DurkinBOSS Deputy editorPatrick Durkin is Melbourne bureau chief and BOSS deputy editor. He writes on news, business and leadership. Connect with Patrick on Twitter. Email Patrick at pdurkin@afr.com

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