The culinary superstar will treat foodies to the stay during the festival’s first weekend, which runs from 25 March to 9 April 2022.

Among her appearances will be an in conversation with former MasterChef co-host Matt Preston during a three-course lunch on Sunday, March 27.

Major Events Minister Martin Pakula said the festival’s return after two years of lockdowns is something for Melbourne to celebrate.

“Melbourne is famous for its culinary scene and we support the festival because it brings people into our city to taste the best of what’s…