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Cafes and restaurants are closing in record numbers. This couple is bucking the trend

Daniel Barrese and Sansita Butsarakuthanachok have boosted profits at their Melbourne pizzeria. (SBS-Scott Cardwell).jpg

Daniel Barrese and Sansita Butsarakuthanachok have boosted profits at their Melbourne pizzeria. Credit: SBS-Scott Cardwell

Rising costs and falling revenue have forced one in ten food service outlets to close over the past year. However, one Australian couple has found ways to survive and thrive.


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