Miles Ackermans
AustraliachefMale8.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Miles Ackermans is the owner and chef of Serva, a popular cafe located in Seaforth, Sydney's Northern Beaches. Known for his passion for pickles, ferments, and chutneys, Ackermans has created a unique dining experience that combines handcrafted sandwiches and preserves with a personal touch. His journey into the world of pickling began while he was head chef at The Herring Room, where a blueberry chutney he made garnered significant customer interest. Since opening Serva, he has developed strong connections with the local community, enjoying engaging conversations with patrons about his culinary craft and the health benefits of fermented foods.
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Owner-chef Miles Ackermans shows off his vast range of pickles and preserves at Serva.
Sydney cafes with the best foodAustralia· 2026-07-25
Owner-chef Miles Ackermans shows off his vast range of pickles and preserves at Serva.
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The medicinal aspects of owner Miles Ackermans’ vast range of pickles and preserves are far from our minds.
Serva cafe in Seaforth in Sydney’s Northern Beaches makes sandwiches filled with pickles, jam and chutneysAustralia· 2025-05-04
