Our Story

How the brand came about

We are a husband-and-wife team with a background in hospitality and retail, and a love for beautiful things that inspire and excite. Together, Nicole and Steve have lived and worked in London, Sydney, Brisbane, Armidale, Uralla, Guyra, Inverell, Tenterfield, Ballandean/Stanthorpe, and finally settled in Toowoomba in 2018 for our children’s education. One of the joys of our gypsy-like lifestyle has been meeting incredible people who are passionate about creating and promoting wonderful products, inspired by their environment, families, and life experiences.


We hope that when you step into our store, you find something special that makes you smile, not just for a moment, but for years to come.

Meet Nicoleďťż

Nicole (the Gypsy) is the main buyer for Gypsy and the Chef. She’s the eye for detail when it comes to styling the store. With a background in hospitality and retail, Nicole has a love for quality items made to last. She’s a ball of energy, always aiming to make every visit one to remember.

Woman in white shirt holding a white pitcher, smiling, in a shop with shelves of items.

Meet Steve

Steve (the Chef) is the other half of Gypsy and the Chef. With over 35 years in hospitality, he’s a true lover of all things cooking-related and has an expansive knowledge of cookware. He’s always up for a chat and happy to share a recipe or two.

Man holding a blue pot in a store. He wears a green shirt, smiles. Shelves with items are in background.