Deep in the Weeds - A Food Podcast with Anthony Huckstep
1,275 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 2 months ago - ★★★★★ - 3 ratingsDeep in the Weeds is a food podcast hosted by Anthony Huckstep in conversation with chefs, food producers and members of the hospitality industry.
An Australian Food Podcast from the Deep in the Weeds Network.
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Mark Jensen (Red Lantern) - Light bulb moment
July 07, 2020 18:00 - 35 minutesAfter switching to a takeaway model dishing up $16 dishes reminiscent of staff dinners Mark Jensen (Red Lantern) discovered a means to streamline his award-winning restaurant once the doors re-opened. The impact may be less revenue, but with far less costs, he's found a new model he believes could give him back some life/work balance. https://www.redlantern.com.au https://www.instagram.com/redlanterngroup/ Follow Deep In The Weeds on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/deepintheweedspodcas...
Zoe Birch (Greasy Zoe's) - The hyperlocal haven
July 06, 2020 18:00 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MBAfter becoming disillusioned with the hospitality industry and keen to find a new path Zoe Birch (Greasy Zoe’s) launched a tiny sustainable restaurant championing hyperlocal produce. Just when business was booming the pandemic threatened everything until the support of the local community and some clever tweaks to create a 6-seat restaurant re-invigorated her belief in venue.
Zoe Birch (Greasy Zoe’s) - The hyperlocal haven
July 06, 2020 18:00 - 35 minutesAfter becoming disillusioned with the hospitality industry and keen to find a new path Zoe Birch (Greasy Zoe’s) launched a tiny sustainable restaurant championing hyperlocal produce. Just when business was booming the pandemic threatened everything until the support of the local community and some clever tweaks to create a 6-seat restaurant re-invigorated her belief in venue.
Shane Delia (Delia Group) - Clear vision
July 05, 2020 18:00 - 37 minutesWith his restaurants forced to close, and his contemporaries experiencing the same fate, Shane Delia (Delia Group) looked at the positives and began to see opportunities. Not satisfied with a quick stopgap solution he created a new business called Providoor – delivering the food from the best restaurants to Melburnian's front door. https://www.deliagroup.com.au https://www.instagram.com/shanedelia/?hl=en Follow Deep In The Weeds on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/deepintheweedspodcast/...
Troy Rhoades-Brown (Muse Restaurant) - Regional rejuvenation
July 02, 2020 18:00 - 33 minutesAfter a brutal summer with bushfires Troy Rhoades-Brown (Muse Restaurant) was hoping that Easter would bring a swell of visitors to the Hunter Valley, but the pandemic landed closing the doors indefinitely. With some forward planning and incredible business acumen he’s survived the shutdown and is certain a honeymoon period in the Hunter is looming as restrictions ease and consumers start to travel again. Follow Deep In The Weeds on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/deepintheweedspodcast/...
Karen Lavecky (Land of Plenty Food Co.) - The Doomsday Plan
July 01, 2020 18:00 - 32 minutesThe Doomsday Plan After building an artisan award-winning brand supplying airlines, stadiums, cinemas and clubs with a best-in-class product over 20 years Karen Lavecky (Land of Plenty Food Co.) lost 90% of business overnight. But a Doomsday document her husband and business partner wrote a few years ago ‘just in case there’s a catastrophe’ set a plan in motion immediately to ensure their business made it through the toughest period of its history.
Rebecca Lines (Banksii Vermouth Bar and Bistro) - Out in force
June 30, 2020 18:00 - 37 minutesWith many people working from home due to the pandemic, restaurant precincts like Barangaroo that are normally packed with office workers have become ghost towns on weekdays. But Rebecca Lines (Banksii Vermouth Bar and Bistro) explains that consumers are out on force on weekends and spending big – offering a much-needed lifeline to area.
Darryl Martin (Barzaari) - Keep it in the family
June 29, 2020 18:00 - 34 minutesAfter a few years struggling to make ends meet, an opportunity to change the offering at Barzaari saw co-owner Darryl Martin renovate and re-launch just two weeks before the pandemic hit leaving his new vision potentially in tatters. But, the family banded together, and through luck or good fortune his new restaurant model has paved a new road to success.
Adam Bantock (Clementine, Yass) - new sun rise
June 28, 2020 18:00 - 33 minutesAfter building their dream restaurant in the country and receiving a string of accolades as one of Australia’s best regional restaurants the pandemic came along and put everything Adam Bantock (Clementine, Yass) and his wife Brooke had built in jeopardy. But sometimes, tragic circumstances can give rise to a positive change in a new direction.
Ben Liebmann (Noma) - the re-opening
June 26, 2020 13:00 - 23 minutesLast time we caught up with Ben Liebmann, the borders in Denmark were closed, and Noma was on the verge of re-opening as a wine bar to welcome back the Danes. Now with the borders opening again and restaurants open he shares some exciting news with Huck.
Jan McKenzie (Café Sydney) - Heart starter
June 25, 2020 18:00 - 34 minutesWith corporate clients leaving the city in droves after lockdown, Jan McKenzie (Café Sydney) had no choice but to mothball the iconic CBD restaurant Café Sydney and stand down almost 140 staff. With restriction easing in New South Wales, the beating heart of Sydney’s dining scene finally opened its doors again – and almost the entire team is back together too.
Peter Gilmore (Quay & Bennelong) - Live for the moment
June 24, 2020 18:00 - 39 minutesWhen the pandemic hit many operators believed the road to recovery was through everyday, heart-warming eats, and that fine dining may have finally had its day. But award-winning chef Peter Gilmore (Quay & Bennelong) believes our shared traumatic experience and realisation that nothing is forever may result in a golden era for special occasion establishments that remind us to live for the moment.
Victor Liong (Lee Ho Fook) - Bright future
June 22, 2020 18:00 - 38 minutesWhen the pandemic landed Victor Liong (Lee Ho Fook) was on the verge of opening a new site at Marvel Stadium, and had successful restaurants in Sydney and Melbourne altering our perceptions of Chinese cuisine downunder. Although it threw everything into turmoil, Liong isn’t one to worry about the past, and believes a bright future lies in a finer dining expression of Chinese cuisine at Lee Ho Fook, in the new dawn of Australian hospitality.
Rowie Dillon (Rowie's Cakes) - New dietaries
June 21, 2020 18:00 - 33 minutesWith no one flying and the restaurant sector shut down Rowie Dillon (Rowie’s Cakes) lost all business literally overnight. After spending 20 years building her award-winning offering of award-winning 100% wheat, gluten and dairy free cakes and desserts she’s diversifying her offering to survive. https://www.rowiescakes.com.au https://www.instagram.com/rowiescakes/ Follow Deep In The Weeds on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/deepintheweedspodcast/?hl=en Follow Huck https://www.instagra...
Quick Bite - Annie Smithers (du Fermier) - From garden to table
June 20, 2020 19:00 - 17 minutesLast time we caught up with Annie Smithers, she had closed du Fermier and was yearning to be with her team again. Well, the restaurant is open again and Annie is back on the pans but, but as she tells Huck, things are a little different. https://anniesmithers.com.au https://www.instagram.com/kittensmithers/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/du_fermier/?hl=en Follow Deep In The Weeds on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/deepintheweedspodcast/?hl=en Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/hu...
Quick Bite - Jackie Middleton (Earl Canteen) - First orders
June 19, 2020 19:00 - 21 minutesLast time we caught up with Jackie Middleton, she had temporarily closed all Earl Canteen sites and was running a takeaway model from her catering arm. With the industry allowed to trade again, they’ve re-opened and she joins Huck to share how it’s going. https://www.earlcanteen.com.au https://www.instagram.com/earlcanteenmel/ https://www.instagram.com/eatingwithjack/ Follow Deep In The Weeds on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/deepintheweedspodcast/?hl=en Follow Huck https://www.inst...
David Tsirekas (Homer on Homer) - Mad genius
June 18, 2020 18:00 - 44 minutesWith the viability of almost every restaurant in the country under pressure due to the pandemic, how crazy would you need to be to open a restaurant during lockdown? Renowned chef and restaurateur David Tsirekas (Homer on Homer) went against the grain and did just that. https://www.instagram.com/dtsirekas/ https://www.facebook.com/homeronhomer/ Follow Deep In The Weeds on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/deepintheweedspodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follo...
Nathan Outlaw (Restaurant Nathan Outlaw and Outlaw’s Fish Kitchen) - Catch of the day
June 17, 2020 18:00 - 43 minutesIn England the pandemic spread so quickly the government closed down restaurants and it’s put the future of the industry in doubt for many. But Michelin Starred chef Nathan Outlaw (Restaurant Nathan Outlaw and Outlaw’s Fish Kitchen) is seeing this as an opportunity to change his restaurants to a more accessible model that shines a light on seafood and cooking it simply. https://nathan-outlaw.com https://www.instagram.com/nathanoutlaw/ Follow Deep In The Weeds on Instagram https://www.insta...
Nathan Outlaw (Restaurant Nathan Outlaw and Outlaw's Fish Kitchen) - Catch of the day
June 17, 2020 18:00 - 42 minutes - 39.4 MBIn England the pandemic spread so quickly the government closed down restaurants and it’s put the future of the industry in doubt for many. But Michelin Starred chef Nathan Outlaw (Restaurant Nathan Outlaw and Outlaw’s Fish Kitchen) is seeing this as an opportunity to change his restaurants to a more accessible model that shines a light on seafood and cooking it simply. https://nathan-outlaw.com https://www.instagram.com/nathanoutlaw/ Follow Deep In The Weeds on Instagram https://www.ins...
Teage Ezard - Going out on a high
June 16, 2020 18:00 - 33 minutesThe true impact of the pandemic is beginning to take its toll on many operators. After 20 years, Teage Ezard has closed the doors on award-winning Melbourne institution, Ezard. Even though it’s one of the most devastating moments of his career, the influential restaurateur is already planning something new. Follow Deep In The Weeds on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/deepintheweedspodcast/?hl=en Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) ...
Scott De Bruin (Mayura Station Wagyu) - Take the bull by the horns
June 15, 2020 18:00 - 36 minutesWith restaurants and international markets shut down Scott De Bruin (Mayura Station Limestone Coast, South Australia) saw sales of his award-winning full-blooded wagyu drop to zero literally overnight. But some clever thinking and initiatives he managed to hold on until businesses could open up again. http://www.mayurastation.com https://www.instagram.com/mayurastation/ Follow Deep In The Weeds on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/deepintheweedspodcast/?hl=en Follow Huck https://www.in...
Joel Valvasori (Lulu La Delizia - Perth) - Maintain your identity
June 11, 2020 18:00 - 34 minutesWith so many operators pivoting to take away, veg boxes or grocers Joel Valvasori (Perth’s Lulu La Delizia) thought the best chance to maintain his restaurant’s identity and reputation was to hang on, ride out the storm, and get back to normal as soon as possible.
Spencer Patrick (Harrisons, Port Douglas) - Border control
June 10, 2020 18:00 - 34 minutesFood has become the major reason for travelling, but the global pandemic put an end to all travel, home and abroad. With a heavy reliance on a tourist trade and no realistic market for takeaway, Spencer Patrick (Harrisons, Port Douglas) and his staff have been in limbo until the borders open and tourists return. https://www.harrisonsrestaurant.com.au https://www.instagram.com/harrisonspd https://www.instagram.com/spencer_patrick/ Follow Deep In The Weeds on Instagram https://www.instagram....
Ibrahim Kasif (Stanbuli) - A quick refreshing dip
June 09, 2020 18:00 - 35 minutesFrustrated by the perception of Turkish food being just dips, pide and kebabs, Ibrahim Kasif changed the conversation of Turkish cuisine downunder at Stanbuli. When the pandemic landed he was forced into a take away model, and the outcome of such has even surprised him. https://stanbuli.com.au https://www.instagram.com/stanbulirestaurant/ Follow Deep In The Weeds on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/deepintheweedspodcast/?hl=en Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follo...
Quick Bite - Dani Valent - Breaking bread again
June 09, 2020 05:02 - 12 minutesLast time we caught up with critic turned activist Dani Valent she was yearning for the day to strap on the bib in a restaurant again. With the easing of restrictions in Victoria, that day finally arrived and she caught with Huck to share her first dining experience.
Chloe Proud (Hobart's Oddfellows Bar and Eatery) - Do proud
June 08, 2020 18:00 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MBRenowned restaurateur Chloe Proud (Hobart’s Oddfellows Bar and Eatery) had finally found a viable restaurant model when the pandemic landed and forced the doors close, but the experience has given her new resolve to find solutions for the entire industry.
Chloe Proud (Oddfellows Bar and Eatery - Hobart) - Do proud
June 08, 2020 18:00 - 41 minutesRenowned restaurateur Chloe Proud (Hobart’s Oddfellows Bar and Eatery) had finally found a viable restaurant model when the pandemic landed and forced the doors close, but the experience has given her new resolve to find solutions for the entire industry.
Quick Bite - Paul Baker (Chefs on Wheels) - A new journey
June 05, 2020 05:06 - 9 minutesLast time we caught up with Paul Baker he’d started a new business called Chefs on Wheels because the entire team at Botanic gardens restaurant had been stood down. Today the restaurant opens again, but Paul is no longer manning the pans. https://chefsonwheels.com.au https://www.instagram.com/bakerpaul82/ Follow Deep In The Weeds on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/deepintheweedspodcast/?hl=en Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) ...
Pasquale Trimboli (Italian and Sons) - The Italian Job
June 04, 2020 18:00 - 40 minutesAfter award-winning restaurateur Pasquale Trimboli (Italian and Sons) pivoted to a takeaway and retail model to survive, it generated such good business and goodwill he’s created a conundrum he never thought he’d be facing. https://italianandsons.com.au https://www.instagram.com/italianandsons/ Follow Deep In The Weeds on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/deepintheweedspodcast/?hl=en Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www...
Quick Bite - Neil Perry (Rockpool Group) - Light the fire
June 04, 2020 05:24 - 6 minutesNeil Perry was the very first guest to appear on Deep in the Weeds to discuss the devastating week the restaurant industry closed down. Today he re-opens Rockpool Bar and Grill in Sydney for the first time since and joins Huck for a quick update from the kitchen.
Vincent Lombino (Ovolo Hotels) - New vacancy
June 03, 2020 18:00 - 33 minutesWith the food and beverage operations of the entire hotel group stood down overnight, Vincent Lombino (Ovolo Hotel) and his team had to get creative to keep staff employed. One truly unique private dining initiative could change the use of hotel rooms forever. https://ovolohotels.com https://www.instagram.com/ovolohotels/ Follow Deep In The Weeds on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/deepintheweedspodcast/?hl=en Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (The ...
Quick Bite - Dash Rumble (Pilot, Canberra) - Dinner time
June 03, 2020 05:20 - 8 minutesFrom time to time we're going to catch up with the people who have shared their story on the show. We catch up with Dash Rumble at Pilot in Canberra, as they prepare to seat people in the restaurant for the first time, again. https://www.pilotrestaurant.com https://www.instagram.com/pilotrestaurant/ https://www.instagram.com/dashrum/?hl=en Follow Deep In The Weeds on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/deepintheweedspodcast/?hl=en Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Foll...
Mike McEnearney (Kitchen By Mike) - the perfect storm
June 02, 2020 18:00 - 39 minutesWith a successful restaurant in the CBD, two at the international airport and a role as curator of Carriageworks Farmers Market, Mike McEnearney (Kitchen by Mike) was living the food dream, but the pandemic landed like a tornado, swept him off his feet and took everything with it. https://www.kitchenbymike.com.au https://www.instagram.com/kitchenbymike/ https://www.instagram.com/mikemcenearney/ Follow Deep In The Weeds on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/deepintheweedspodcast/?hl=en Fo...
Sali Sasi (Leigh St Wine Room) - Buy the ticket, take the ride
June 01, 2020 18:00 - 31 minutesAs restaurants began to open up with limited seats again the dreaded ‘no shows’ reared its head and left restaurants reeling. Given we happily pay for tickets to the movies, footy or a concert Sali Sasi (Leigh Street Wine Room) believes it’s time to rethink the booking model for restaurants. https://leighstreetwineroom.com https://www.instagram.com/leighstreetwineroom/?hl=en Follow Deep In The Weeds on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/deepintheweedspodcast/?hl=en Follow Huck https://w...
Ben O'Donoghue (Billykart Kitchen) - Seeking a new sunrise
May 31, 2020 18:00 - 33 minutesA wave of new restaurants added colour, character and nuance to Brisbane’s culinary landscape, but the pandemic stopped it in its tracks. With closed borders and an industry reeling, Ben O’Donoghue (Billykart Kitchen) believes the sun is setting on the old restaurant model, and it's time to embrace a new, more viable way of operating. https://benodonoghue.com https://www.instagram.com/thebenodonoghue/?hl=en https://billykart.com.au https://www.instagram.com/billykart/?hl=en Follow Deep In T...
Prue Henschke (Henschke) - Grace under fire
May 30, 2020 19:00 - 31 minutesAfter losing everything in the bushfires and a huge drop in sales due to the pandemic. Now Prue Henschke, producer of one of the world’s best wines Hill of Grace, has found inspiration in the new shoots emerging from the remains. https://www.henschke.com.au https://www.instagram.com/henschke/?hl=en Follow Deep In The Weeds on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/deepintheweedspodcast/?hl=en Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (The Producer) https://www.i...
Martin Dulke (Bankwest & ANZ Stadiums)
May 29, 2020 19:00 - 35 minutesAfter winning multiple awards in its first year, 30,000-seat Bank West Stadium and it’s sibling venues closed their doors and stood down over 3000 casual hospitality workers. But chef Martin Dulke put his kitchens to work to help feed quarantined people returning to Australia and our frontline medical, military and police workers. https://www.instagram.com/chefmartindulke/?hl=en https://bankweststadium.com.au Follow Deep In The Weeds on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/deepintheweedspod...
Tim Malfroy (Malfroy's Gold Honey) - Nectar of the gods
May 28, 2020 18:00 - 33 minutesHoney Bees are the world's most important pollinator of food crops. One third of the food we consume each day relies on pollination mainly by bees, but with storms, drought, bushfires, floods, a grasshopper plague and a pandemic for good measure, Tim Malfroy (Malfroy’s Gold) one of Australia’s best wild honey producers, discusses the impact it is having. https://www.malfroysgold.com.au https://www.instagram.com/malfroys_wild_honey/ Follow Deep In The Weeds on Instagram https://www.instagra...
Kathryn Russack (Colenso, Kyneton) - A new beginning
May 27, 2020 18:00 - 30 minutesAs operators try to work out just when to swing the doors open, chef and restaurateur Kathryn Russack (Colenso, Kyneton) discovered a new connection with her community that has her considering a new beginning. http://www.colenso.com.au/#menu https://www.instagram.com/mrscolenso/?hl=en Follow Deep In The Weeds on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/deepintheweedspodcast/?hl=en Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (The Producer) https://www.instagram.com/...
Darren Robertson (Three Blue Ducks) - Blue sky dreaming
May 26, 2020 18:00 - 32 minutesAfter a decade launching multiple venues, the pandemic threatened to take away everything Darren Robertson and the team behind Three Blue Ducks had built. Now with the easing of travel and restaurant restrictions it could mark an opportunity to peg back what was lost and become an integral part of the community for all of their venues. https://www.threeblueducks.com https://rockerbondi.com.au/restaurant.html https://www.instagram.com/darrenrobertsonfood/?hl=en Follow Deep In The Weeds on In...
Brent Savage (Bentley Group) - Savage impact
May 25, 2020 18:00 - 29 minutesOver a decade ago one of Australia’s best chefs Brent Savage (Bentley Restaurant & Bar, Monopole, Yellow, Cirrus) joined forces with sommelier Nick Hildebrandt to build a restaurant group of vastly different award-winning establishments. With the restaurants booming the pandemic landed and not only forced them to re-think each venue, but saw them working harder than ever before to save them. https://www.instagram.com/brent_savage/?hl=en https://www.thebentley.com.au https://www.bentleygroupa...
Duncan Welgemoed (Africola) - Essential food businesses
May 24, 2020 18:00 - 27 minutesIn the wake of the pandemic Duncan Welgemoed (Africola) saw business drop by 83% overnight, but as devastating as it was he realised it delivered a rare moment to let go of all the things that don’t matter, and create a new restaurant model as an essential business. https://www.africola.com.au https://www.instagram.com/africola_soundsystem/ https://www.instagram.com/afropunkoz/?hl=en Follow Deep In The Weeds on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/deepintheweedspodcast/?hl=en Follow Huck ...
Pat Nourse (Melbourne Food & Wine Festival) - Big day in
May 22, 2020 19:00 - 42 minutesWith 250,000 people about to descend upon Melbourne to celebrate our incredible food culture, Pat Nourse (The Melbourne Food and Wine Festival) had to postpone Australia’s largest food festival just a week out from launch. But an online initiative will bring the festival to life until restrictions on large gatherings ease. https://www.melbournefoodandwine.com.au Follow Pat on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/patnourse/?hl=en Follow Deep In The Weeds on Instagram https://www.instagram...
Pierre Issa (Pepe Saya Butter Company) - Buttered not bruised
May 21, 2020 18:00 - 32 minutesPierre Issa, otherwise known as Pepe Saya, is one of the world’s best butter producers, but with almost 90% of his business supplying the Hospitality sector & Qantas he had to whip up a new business model to survive. Follow Pepe Saya https://www.instagram.com/pepesaya/?hl=en Learn more and buy online from Pepe Saya https://pepesaya.net.au Follow Deep In The Weeds on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/deepintheweedspodcast/?hl=en Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Fo...
Shannon Martinez (Smith and Daughters and Smith and Deli) - time for change
May 20, 2020 19:45 - 29 minutesWith the world facing a crisis like never before, will our diets come into question too? Shannon Martinez (Smith and Daughters and Smith and Deli) believes the time is nigh to consider a paradigm shift in the way we grow, purchase and consume food. Follow Shannon on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/shannon_martinez/?hl=en https://linktr.ee/shannon_martinez https://www.instagram.com/smithanddaughters/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/smithanddeli/?hl=en Follow Deep In The Weeds on Inst...
Stuart Knox (Fix Wine Bar + Restaurant) - still swinging
May 19, 2020 18:00 - 36 minutesJust as award-winning restaurateur Stuart Knox (Fix Wine Bar + Restaurant) was raising doubts over his passion and commitment to the hospitality sector, the global pandemic hit him like a Tyson right hook and put things in perspective. Ever since he’s been fighting like a heavy weight underdog to save his business. Follow Stuart on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fixwinebar/?hl=en All of the Fix links here https://linktr.ee/fixwine Follow Deep In The Weeds on Instagram https://www.i...
Bianca Welsh (Stillwater & Black Cow Bistro, Launceston) - Aspirations on the Apple Isle
May 18, 2020 18:00 - 38 minutesTasmania has been isolated from the rest of Australia since shutting its borders. With a small population and a hospitality sector that traditionally needs tourist trade restaurateur Bianca Welsh (Stillwater and Black Cow Bistro, Launceston) discusses the impact of the pandemic and how a new sense of community has emerged. Follow Bianca on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/biancaleewelsh/?hl=en https://www.stillwater.com.au https://blackcowbistro.com.au https://www.instagram.com/stillwa...
Nino Zoccali (The Restaurant Pendolino) - The profit/loss pendulum
May 17, 2020 18:00 - 37 minutesWith the financial situation for most restaurants in the balance Nino Zoccali (The Restaurant Pendolino) believes the next year will test the resolve of everyone in the industry, because as he explains, the problem is much bigger than many may realise.
Anthony Huckstep (Deep in the Weeds) - Food for thought
May 14, 2020 18:00 - 50 minutesIn a turning of the tables Dani Valent takes the wheel of Deep in the Weeds to interview host Anthony ‘Huck’ Huckstep about how the series came to light and whats been involved in pulling it together. In a moving episode Huck talks of the future of hospitality, food media and delves deep into his own adversities to explain that clarity and purpose can come from even the most devastating trauma.
Westerly Isbaih (Alto Olives) - Extending an olive branch
May 13, 2020 18:00 - 40 minutesDevastating drought, brutal bushfires and a global pandemic. It’s the stuff of Hollywood blockbusters, but a very harsh reality for many Australian producers. Small producer Westerly Isbaih (Alto Olives) discusses the hardship involved in farming downunder, but delivers an inspiring assessment of the amazing people in our food industry and why the future is bright post-Covid.