Best A Deep in the Weeds Production Podcasts (2023)

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Deep in the Weeds - A Food Podcast with Anthony Huckstep

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The Crackling: Matt Wilkinson - branch out 38:26

22m ago38:26

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Building a brand can give you the ability to branch out into other areas and explore new and exciting initiatives, for renowned chef Matt Wilkinson the solid foundation of successful hospitality businesses has spring boarded him into a raft of exciting food offerings, not just in hospitality. https://www.instagram.com/mrwilkinsons/?hl=en Follow The…

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Deep in the Weeds - A Food Podcast with Anthony Huckstep

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Jeff Schroeter (Beckett’s) - Paddock to plating up 43:37

2h ago43:37

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Growing up in a small country town near the Riverina Jeff Schroeter (Beckett’s) discovered a deep connection to the produce of the region at a young age. It naturally lead to a career in food and took him to London, Manhattan and into the kitchens of some of Sydney’s best restaurants. Now is leaning on his natural passion for seasonal produce in on…

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Deep in the Weeds - A Food Podcast with Anthony Huckstep

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Over a Glass: Tony Love (Wine Journalist) - lover of things vine and wine. 39:54

2h ago39:54

39:54

Tony Love has a way with words. He is a South Australian-based professional wine reviewer, writer and editorial content creator. A true career journalist and lover of things vine and wine. https://tonylove.com.au Follow Over a Glass https://www.instagram.com/overtheglasspod Host Shanteh Wale https://www.instagram.com/shantehwale/?hl=en Executive Pr…

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Deep in the Weeds - A Food Podcast with Anthony Huckstep

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James Brownrigg (The Boathouse Group) - Hooked on hospo 26:50

2h ago26:50

26:50

Donning a suit and working in the finance sector was taking its toll on James Brownrigg (The Boathouse Group), so he hung up the suit and went on a European exploration inspired by the fond feasts he remembered as a kid. It lead to roles in the hospitals sector, and ultimately a move to Australia where he now leads the brigades of on if Sydney’s mo…

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Dirty Linen - A Food Podcast with Dani Valent

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Nathen Doyle (Sunhands/Heartattack & Vine) - Opening Day 30:56

2h ago30:56

30:56

The opening of a new venue is usually accompanied by stories of anguish and delay…or is it? We chat to Nathen Doyle on the VERY DAY he launched a new restaurant, Sunhands in Melbourne’s Carlton. Nathen is also the co-owner of Heartattack & Vine, beloved for its porchetta, fine wine and good vibes. We talk about intentional hospitality and the big, …

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Dirty Linen - A Food Podcast with Dani Valent

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The Producers: Cecilia 'CC' Diaz-Petersen (CC's Kitchen) - sustainability, community and legacy 29:40

3h ago29:40

29:40

Cecilia 'CC' Diaz-Petersen grows one of Australia’s only commercial crops of wild hibiscus - also known as rosella - alongside an eclectic mix of Asian and Mexican vegetables and exotic fruits on her family’s 50-acre farm at Woolooga, three hours north of Brisbane. Born in the Philippines, CC was a real estate agent when she was swept up by the wor…

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Deep in the Weeds - A Food Podcast with Anthony Huckstep

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The Producers: Cecilia 'CC' Diaz-Petersen (CC's Kitchen) - sustainability, community and legacy 29:40

1h ago29:40

29:40

Cecilia 'CC' Diaz-Petersen grows one of Australia’s only commercial crops of wild hibiscus - also known as rosella - alongside an eclectic mix of Asian and Mexican vegetables and exotic fruits on her family’s 50-acre farm at Woolooga, three hours north of Brisbane. Born in the Philippines, CC was a real estate agent when she was swept up by the wor…

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FishTales - a Seafood Podcast with John Susman

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Ashley Prendergast (Austral Fisheries) - the love of her life 19:18

3h ago19:18

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The life of a female working in the seafood industry can vary depending on her specific job and location. However, in general, women in the seafood industry often face challenges related to gender inequality, physical labor, and cultural norms. The role of the cook on a prawn boat is essential for maintaining the physical and mental well-being of t…

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Dirty Linen - A Food Podcast with Dani Valent

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Daman & Diya Shrivastav (India @ Q) - access to good food 35:26

2h ago35:26

35:26

If you believe access to good food is a fundamental human right, what actions might you take and how would it feel? Daman Shrivastav is a restaurateur, teacher, advocate and student and - with 10-year-old daughter Diya - he runs DD's Kitchen food charity. https://www.instagram.com/indiaatq_official/?hl=en Follow Deep In The Weeds on Instagram https…

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Deep in the Weeds - A Food Podcast with Anthony Huckstep

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Craig Macindoe (Darling Crackles) - Change in the wind 37:09

3h ago37:09

37:09

After two decades of running his own restaurants, Craig Macindoe (Darling Crackles) saw a change in the restaurant industry - particularly in regards to technology and social media. He saw it as an opportunity to change his path and hung up the apron and began consulting. Now he finds himself helping to provide the foundation for some of the countr…

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Deep in the Weeds - A Food Podcast with Anthony Huckstep

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Fishtales: Ashley Prendergast (Austral Fisheries) - the love of her life 19:18

2d ago19:18

19:18

The life of a female working in the seafood industry can vary depending on her specific job and location. However, in general, women in the seafood industry often face challenges related to gender inequality, physical labor, and cultural norms. The role of the cook on a prawn boat is essential for maintaining the physical and mental well-being of t…

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Deep in the Weeds - A Food Podcast with Anthony Huckstep

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The Crackling: Giovanni Pilu (Pilu at Freshwater) - The best seller 36:22

10h ago36:22

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There are many restaurants renowned for a signature dish. Some chefs see it as a blessing for repeat business, others see it as a curse of repetition, but few share the same word of mouth folklore as Giovanni Pilu’s suckling pig dish at his award-winning restaurant Pilu at Freshwater. https://pilu.com.au Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.c…

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Dirty Linen - A Food Podcast with Dani Valent

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Cameron Ellis (AusVenueCo) - impacts of working hour restrictions 18:37

4d ago18:37

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We started the week talking about international student work rules and we're ending the week on the same topic from a different angle. Cameron Ellis is an area manager for 5 AusVenueCo restaurants in inner Sydney. He discusses the impacts of the reimposition of working hour restrictions on international students, both on the workers themselves and …

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Deep in the Weeds - A Food Podcast with Anthony Huckstep

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Emile Avramides (Clove Lane) - Build it and they will come 35:49

10d ago35:49

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Growing up in a food-loving family in the industry Emile Avramides (Clove Lane) had first hand experience of the ins and outs of restaurants. After working in some of Australia’s and England’s best restaurants he set about building his own restaurant. Although it’s been under the radar from most media, it’s become one of the busiest neighborhood bi…

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Deep in the Weeds - A Food Podcast with Anthony Huckstep

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Over a Glass: Aleks Balodis (Siffredi’s Spaghetti Bar) - all things pasta and pinot 25:44

6d ago25:44

25:44

Aleks Balodis can be found swinging wine bottles at Siffredi’s Spaghetti Bar on most days of the week, unless it’s a Monday of course and then you’re out of luck cause he will be on the couch. Aleks is an award winning Sommelier and joins me today to talk all things pasta and pinot. https://www.instagram.com/aleksbalodis/?hl=en Follow Over a Glass …

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Deep in the Weeds - A Food Podcast with Anthony Huckstep

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Charlotte Martin (Lilac Wine) - From the dish bay to the dining room 44:02

1d ago44:02

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It all started with washing dishes at the local RSL for a bit of cash, and cutting her teeth as a barista but little did Charlotte Martin (Lilac Wine) know she would soon be swept up in a career in hospitality. It lead to roles in some of Australia’s best restaurants that challenged her to go to a new level. Now she’s part of one of the country’s m…

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Dirty Linen - A Food Podcast with Dani Valent

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Zaine Hamka-Clark (Nobu Melbourne) - Generation next 15:49

7d ago15:49

15:49

We love celebrating the next generation of hospitality professionals on this podcast. Mentoring program Proud to Be a Chef announced this year’s award winners recently and Zaine Hamka-Clark, an apprentice chef at Nobu Melbourne, took home the Best Use of Social Media award. We talk about how social media can be a force for good and the benefits of …

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Dirty Linen - A Food Podcast with Dani Valent

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The Producers: Donato Toce (Gelato Messina) - Cow to cone 28:59

6h ago28:59

28:59

It’s become one of the most celebrated gelato brands in the country, but Gelato Messina has stayed true to its roots, ethics and offering to ensure the quality of its product. And as Donato Toce explains it has a cow to cone approach too. https://gelatomessina.com Follow The Producers on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/producerspodcast/ Host Da…

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Deep in the Weeds - A Food Podcast with Anthony Huckstep

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The Producers: Donato Toce (Gelato Messina) - Cow to cone 28:59

5h ago28:59

28:59

It’s become one of the most celebrated gelato brands in the country, but Gelato Messina has stayed true to its roots, ethics and offering to ensure the quality of its product. And as Donato Toce explains it has a cow to cone approach too. https://gelatomessina.com Follow The Producers on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/producerspodcast/ Host Da…

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Deep in the Weeds - A Food Podcast with Anthony Huckstep

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Terry Robinson (Old Salt Distillery) - Distill your dreams 36:25

3d ago36:25

36:25

After a stellar career at some of Australia’s restaurants - the likes of Tetsuya’s, Quay and Sepia - Terry Robinson (Old Salt Distillery) needed a free change. With a plan to open a regional restaurant and open a distillery as he moved into retirement the pandemic turned the plan on its head, and now together with his partner Michelle have opened o…

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Dirty Linen - A Food Podcast with Dani Valent

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Gabriela Matos (Jubilee Tavern, Airlie Beach) - international student struggles. 25:53

18h ago25:53

25:53

The Federal government recently announced that from July 1, international students’ working hours would be restricted, as they were pre-pandemic. The old limit was 40 hours a fortnight, the new limit will be 48 hours. We speak to student visa holder Gabriela Matos who works at the Jubilee Tavern in Airlie Beach, Queensland. Gabi explains that it’s …

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FishTales - a Seafood Podcast with John Susman

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Markus Nolle (Southern Rock Lobster Fisherman, Apollo Bay) - celebrating the fishing & the catch 26:53

9d ago26:53

26:53

It’s not often that a corporate high flyers “sea change” results in a second career of fishing and seafood industry leadership. Markus Nolle is an exception - a Southern Rock Lobster fisherman who’s corporate leadership skills are stewarding a next generation approach to celebrating the fishing, the catch and the town of Apollo Bay. https://www.apo…

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Deep in the Weeds - A Food Podcast with Anthony Huckstep

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Fishtales: Markus Nolle (Southern Rock Lobster Fisherman, Apollo Bay) - celebrating the fishing & the catch 26:53

9d ago26:53

26:53

It’s not often that a corporate high flyers “sea change” results in a second career of fishing and seafood industry leadership. Markus Nolle is an exception - a Southern Rock Lobster fisherman who’s corporate leadership skills are stewarding a next generation approach to celebrating the fishing, the catch and the town of Apollo Bay. https://www.apo…

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Deep in the Weeds - A Food Podcast with Anthony Huckstep

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The Crackling: Steve Anderson (Wagga Free Range Pork) - All or nothing 25:49

1d ago25:49

25:49

In the food industry there are many Jack of all trades – because often small business requires such a hands on approach. For Steve Anderson (Wagga Free Range Pork) its business as usual as the free-range pig farmer is also a small good producer, marketing and sales person and all round inspiration too. https://www.instagram.com/wagga_free_range_por…

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Deep in the Weeds - A Food Podcast with Anthony Huckstep

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Over a Glass: Bec Duffy (Holm Oak) - living the dream 25:19

17d ago25:19

25:19

Holm Oak is a labour of love for the Duffy’s. Winemaker Bec Duffy and viticulturist Tim Duffy are living their dream crafting cool climate wines in the Tamar Valley of Tasmania. https://www.holmoakvineyards.com.au Follow Over a Glass https://www.instagram.com/overtheglasspod Host Shanteh Wale https://www.instagram.com/shantehwale/?hl=en Executive P…

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Dirty Linen - A Food Podcast with Dani Valent

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Vivien Wong (Little Moons Mochi Ice Cream) - big ambitions 25:48

20h ago25:48

25:48

Thinking of launching or growing a business? This is a must listen! Food business entrepreneur and mochi magnate Vivien Wong is co-founder of Little Moons, a UK-based company that specialises in mochi ice cream balls and has just launched in Australia with big ambitions. Vivien grew up in her parents’ traditional Chinese bakery but pursued a career…

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Deep in the Weeds - A Food Podcast with Anthony Huckstep

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Wes Lambert (OpenTable) - A fresh start up 21:41

7d ago21:41

21:41

After leading the restaurant industry association during one of the toughest periods, Wes Lambert (Opentable) needed a change but still wanted to have a positive impact on the hospitality sector. Now he’s joined forces with one of the leading technology platforms to help streamline businesses, create efficiencies and increase profitability too. htt…

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Deep in the Weeds - A Food Podcast with Anthony Huckstep

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Caitlin Baker (Such and Such, Venus Vinifera, Canberra) - Lead by example 28:33

8d ago28:33

28:33

While at university studying Medical Science Caitlin Baker (Such and Such, Venus Vinifera, Canberra) had a dinner at Canberra institution Aubergine which changed her life. Having earnt a part time wage in cafes, she suddenly had an urge to explore a career in the front of house of great restaurants. It lead to roles at Pilot, and Aubergine, and now…

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Dirty Linen - A Food Podcast with Dani Valent

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Farah Sabet (Bud of Love, Footscray) - creating a sense of empowerment 24:48

14d ago24:48

24:48

On International Women's Day we talk the good, the bad and the bloody frustrating with Farah Sabet, owner of Bud of Love natural wine bar in Footscray, Melbourne. What are the challenges of being a woman in the hospitality industry? How do we foster confidence in setting boundaries and creating a sense of empowerment and safety? We also talk wine a…

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Deep in the Weeds - A Food Podcast with Anthony Huckstep

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The Producers: Liam Spurrell (Spurrell Foraging) - a tangible connection to nature. 24:19

11d ago24:19

24:19

Lots of chefs talk about foraging these days but what about someone who makes foraging their business? Liam Spurrell grew up in the hills on Melbourne’s outskirts where he now forages consistently and carefully, picking hundreds of herbs, fruits and plants and delivering them to top restaurants. Up at dawn, he's able to gather in the morning and ha…

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Dirty Linen - A Food Podcast with Dani Valent

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The Producers: Liam Spurrell (Spurrell Foraging) - a tangible connection to nature. 24:19

16d ago24:19

24:19

Lots of chefs talk about foraging these days but what about someone who makes foraging their business? Liam Spurrell grew up in the hills on Melbourne’s outskirts where he now forages consistently and carefully, picking hundreds of herbs, fruits and plants and delivering them to top restaurants. Up at dawn, he's able to gather in the morning and ha…

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Deep in the Weeds - A Food Podcast with Anthony Huckstep

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Greta Wohlstadt (Arkhé, Adelaide) - Dream career 53:39

20d ago53:39

53:39

Greta Wohlstadt (Arkhé) never had plans to work in hospitality, but after landing a gig at one of South Australia’s best restaurants she ditched her university course and dived head first into a career in the front of house. Over the last decade and a half she has been one of the important cogs in the wheel of evolution of the states culinary lands…

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Dirty Linen - A Food Podcast with Dani Valent

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Jimmy Wang (Okami Group) - land of opportunity 20:47

12d ago20:47

20:47

Jimmy Wang came to Australia from China in 2002 to study engineering. He's ended up owning 49 Japanese restaurants under the Okami brand and has just launched Oak Leaf Education Institute in Melbourne to train people in hospitality. The initial motivation was to solve Okami's staffing shortage but he's also keen to inspire international students to…

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Deep in the Weeds - A Food Podcast with Anthony Huckstep

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The Crackling: Michael Wohlstadt (The Dairy Man Heritage Pork) - Milk it 29:47

22d ago29:47

29:47

For over 40 years Michael Wohlstadt (The Dairy Man Heritage Pork) has produced milk and meat in the Barossa Valley. But more recently he’s made a name for himself with the way he is farming pigs. Michael’s Jersey Milk is used for butter and cream, but it’s also used to raise free range Berkshire and Tamworth pigs. And it’s likely to be the only mil…

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Dirty Linen - A Food Podcast with Dani Valent

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Rajnor Soin (Restaurant Manager, Vue De Monde) - the art of looking after guests 27:56

13d ago27:56

27:56

Vue de monde has been around for 23 years, Dirty Linen hasn't even cracked the big three! Even so, we're celebrating 500 podcast episodes with a two-week stint at this iconic restaurant. Today's guest is Restaurant Manager Rajnor Soin, who came five years ago for six months and somehow hasn't been able to leave. We talk about the art of looking aft…

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Deep in the Weeds - A Food Podcast with Anthony Huckstep

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Over a Glass: Dan Sims (Revel Global) - communication and engagement 55:38

24d ago55:38

55:38

If you work in wine chances are you know Dan Sims, if you don’t, I question your integrity. Dan does it all, he is the Founder and CEO of Revel Global, the company behind those EPIC food and wine events. He is an ARTIST in communication and engagement. https://www.instagram.com/dan_sims/?hl=en Follow Over a Glass https://www.instagram.com/overthegl…

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Deep in the Weeds - A Food Podcast with Anthony Huckstep

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Malcolm Hanslow (Pilot, Such and Such) - Capital’s new dawn 29:49

24d ago29:49

29:49

Canberra’s culinary landscape is undergoing a dramatic evolution as young professionals bring new energy to the nation’s capital off the foundation built by some stalwarts before them. Leading the surge is a young hospitality group creating venues that could hold their own in any city, and in the engine room, chef Malcolm Hanslow (Pilot, Such and S…

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Dirty Linen - A Food Podcast with Dani Valent

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Carlos Simoes Santos (Wine Director, Vue De Monde) - an empathetic approach to looking after people 27:19

8d ago27:19

27:19

We wrap our epic nine-episode series at Vue de monde with a heartfelt chat with wine director Carlos Simoes Santos, big brother of episode 501’s Hugo. Carlos’ fascination with wine began as a young boy in his family vineyard in Portugal and the journey has never stopped. We talk about his journey to becoming a Master Sommelier and his empathetic ap…

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Deep in the Weeds - A Food Podcast with Anthony Huckstep

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Alejandro Huerta (El Primo Sanchez, Sydney) - A new wave 43:31

25d ago43:31

43:31

Growing up in Mexico Alejandro Huerta (El Primo Sanchez, Sydney) had the most incredible eating experiences through the food of his mother and grandmother, but no one was more surprised than his mother when he decided to start a career as a chef. He landed a job at lauded Mexican restaurant Pujol but when a friend lured him to Australia it gave him…

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Dirty Linen - A Food Podcast with Dani Valent

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Bethany Harman Third-Year Apprentice Chef, Vue De Monde) - the joy in learning 25:20

9d ago25:20

25:20

Want to feel great about the state of the hospitality industry? Spend some time with Bethany Harman, third-year apprentice chef at Vue de monde. Beth shares the story of her path into the industry (there were cakes, and letters to Heston) and the joy she finds in learning and being part of a team. This is one of nine episodes that will give a round…

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Dirty Linen - A Food Podcast with Dani Valent

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The Producers: Kosta Papanikitas (The Fermentalists) - Some like it hot 23:07

10d ago23:07

23:07

The Fermentalists and its range of hot sauces was initially a weekend hobby but positive feedback from friends and family encouraged Kosta Papanikitas and his partners to continue developing new recipes and expanding the range. The team still make everything by hand in Sydney, but things are a little bit bigger than they envisaged. https://theferme…

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Deep in the Weeds - A Food Podcast with Anthony Huckstep

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The Producers: Kosta Papanikitas (The Fermentalists) - some like it hot 23:07

10d ago23:07

23:07

The Fermentalists and its range of hot sauces was initially a weekend hobby but positive feedback from friends and family encouraged Kosta Papanikitas and his partners to continue developing new recipes and expanding the range. The team still make everything by hand in Sydney, but things are a little bit bigger than they envisaged. https://theferme…

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Dirty Linen - A Food Podcast with Dani Valent

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Shannon Bennett (Founder Vue De Monde) - fiercely ambitious 54:30

11d ago54:30

54:30

Vue de monde was founded by a fiercely ambitious Shannon Bennett in 2000. He was fresh from three-star experience in Europe with a head full of dreams. From its beginnings in a quirky terrace in Carlton, the restaurant moved first to Normanby Chambers in the city and then in 2011 to its current home on level 55 of the Rialto Towers. We talk about a…

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Deep in the Weeds - A Food Podcast with Anthony Huckstep

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Alexis Noble (Wander, London) - Going home 33:26

27d ago33:26

33:26

After setting up your own restaurant celebrating her interpretation of contemporary Australian in London, Alexis Noble (Wander, London) had visa complications. The pandemic landed and she had to leave her business idle in London and head home. After working through all the red tape, she finally gets a chance to fly back to London and re-open her dr…

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Deep in the Weeds - A Food Podcast with Anthony Huckstep

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Fishtales: Bart Butson (Net Fisherman, South Australia) - an enthusiast for the region and its seafood 22:54

29d ago22:54

22:54

The life of a small scale inshore fisherman in South Australia can be challenging, but also rewarding. Inshore fishing refers to fishing that is done close to the shore, usually within a few kilometers of land, and involves fishing for species such as tommy rough, garfish, squid, and the famed King George whiting. Bart Buston is a small scale insho…

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Deep in the Weeds - A Food Podcast with Anthony Huckstep

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The Crackling: Jake Kellie (Arkhé) - Caught the fire bug 30:34

29d ago30:34

30:34

Cooking over fire has been a real feature of the restaurant landscape in the last 5-10 years downunder. It’s where instinct comes to the for, but what is it like in a restaurant setting relying on the purest of heat sources? For Jake Kellie (Arkhé) the lure of the embers and open flame has resulted in one of the most exciting restaurants to open in…

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FishTales - a Seafood Podcast with John Susman

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Bart Butson (Net Fisherman, South Australia) - an enthusiast for the region and its seafood 22:54

25d ago22:54

22:54

The life of a small scale inshore fisherman in South Australia can be challenging, but also rewarding. Inshore fishing refers to fishing that is done close to the shore, usually within a few kilometers of land, and involves fishing for species such as tommy rough, garfish, squid, and the famed King George whiting. Bart Buston is a small scale insho…

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Dirty Linen - A Food Podcast with Dani Valent

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Chris Marshall (Head Chef, Vue De Monde) - making it all happen 32:46

27d ago32:46

32:46

Head chef Chris ‘Marsh’ Marshall is the heart and soul of Vue de monde, a dependable figure in the kitchen and behind the scenes, making it all happen in an unflappable manner. We talk about his Scottish origins, the path to Australia and what makes Vue such a special place to work and dine. This episode is part of our Inside Vue de Monde special s…

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Deep in the Weeds - A Food Podcast with Anthony Huckstep

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Over A Glass: Alex Doughty (SoHi Spirits) - the spirit of the Highlands. 38:28

1M ago38:28

38:28

SoHi spirits are opening the gates of fab in the world of martinis. The Southern Highland spirit company was co-founded by Alex Doughty and Greg Logan. Together they are changing the way you construct your classic 5 o'clock cocktail. https://sohi.com.au Follow Over a Glass https://www.instagram.com/overtheglasspod Host Shanteh Wale https://www.inst…

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Dirty Linen - A Food Podcast with Dani Valent

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Dorian Guillon (Head Sommelier, Vue De Monde) - the keys to great wine service 37:35

15d ago37:35

37:35

Wine is a crucial element of the experience at Vue de monde. We continue our special series at this iconic restaurant with head sommelier Dorian Guillon. How did Dorian transform from an uncertain young man into a Master Sommelier and one of the most accomplished wine waiters in the world? What are the keys to great wine service? And what unforgett…

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