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Margot Robbie Surprises London Diners with Papa Salt Gin at Bondi Green

Robbie’s surprise outing highlighted her use of hospitality events to promote her celebrity-backed gin through cultural celebration of Australian cuisine.

Overview

  • Robbie joined husband Tom Ackerley and co-founders Josey McNamara, Regan Riskas and Charlie Maas for an Australian-inspired lunch before treating the room to complimentary Papa Salt cocktails.
  • More than 100 patrons at the Paddington restaurant experienced the full Papa Salt serve featuring ice, soda, fresh orange and black pepper.
  • Bondi Green was founded in 2021 by Australians Prue Freeman and Tom Onions as a showcase for homegrown cuisine in London.
  • Papa Salt launched in Australia in 2023 and expanded into the UK market with listings at Harvey Nichols and Tesco.
  • The gin brand was inspired by Robbie and Ackerley’s move to Los Angeles in 2018 when they found limited gin options, fueling their venture into spirits.