An Interview with We❤️Retail Stories | Alejandro Saravia

written by Zelman Ainsworth

25/06/25

Alejandro Saravia speaks candidly about bringing Peruvian cuisine to Australia, building a hospitality empire, and how embracing opportunities led him from a working holiday in 2006 to running multiple successful restaurants. #PeruvianCuisine #HospitalityInnovation #MelbourneFoodie

“Bringing Peruvian cuisine to Australia was bold, but seeing its acceptance and growth makes every challenge worthwhile.”

Zelman Ainsworth

DIRECTOR

Zelman Ainsworth has worked in commercial real estate his entire adult life, with the past 11 years specialising in Retail Leasing in Victoria.

Zelman’s high level of energy, passion, and creative thinking have provided him with the opportunity to gain extensive experience and a deep understanding of the property industry. During his career, Zelman has worked with a wide range of landlords and retailers and is considered an industry expert within the Melbourne market.

Zelman is renowned for his creative approach and innovative ways in negotiating favourable outcomes for all parties, and his extensive network of retailer relationships across all areas of the Australian property market.

Zelman has a passion for keeping the market informed, educated, and entertained, with his widely watched series on A-P TV featuring interviews with major landlords, retailers, and politicians.

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