Deep in the Weeds - A Food Podcast with Anthony Huckstep

Joel Bennetts (The Fish Shop) - Fish, drugs and a new life role

26 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Although carving out an incredible career in the hospitality sector, Joel Bennetts (The Fish Shop) has fallen to drug and alcohol addiction at a young...

The Producers - Ann-Marie Monda and Carla Meurs (Holy Goat Cheese) - nurturing, creating and crafting

25 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Since 1999, Ann-Marie Monda and Carla Meurs have been nurturing, creating and crafting at Sutton Grange Farm on Dja Dja Wurrung Country near Castlemai...

Scott Pickett (Scott Pickett Group) - Butchery backbone

24 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Some chefs recognise that the link to great produce and quality butchering enables them to create the very best eating experiences. For Scott Pickett ...

Luke Buchholz (Nautical Wholesale Seafood, Mid Nth Coast NSW, Australia) -

23 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

For Luke Buchholz, turning his passion into a profession didn’t come with generations of experience in commercial fishing but from a desire to bring...

Josh Emett (Onslow, the Oyster Inn) - Believe in yourself

22 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After more than a decade running the kitchens of Gordon Ramsay restaurants from London to New York and Melbourne, Josh Emett (Onslow, the Oyster Inn) ...

Litsa Ward (Lunch Bar, Woy Woy) - Nothing to lose

21 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

With a job in the events industry Litsa Ward (Lunch Bar, Woy Woy) lost her job when the pandemic landed. With insight into the food industry early on ...

The Producers - Jonas Widjaja (Fair Game Wild Venison) - Wild ideas

20 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

If one thing defines Jonas Widjaja (Fair Game Wild Venison), it's a passionate dislike for waste. After discovering he was unable to donate excess mea...

Joe Vargetto (Mister Bianco & Massi, Melbourne) - Soul of the city

19 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Although his restaurants have been impacted by lockdown after lockdown in Melbourne, Joseph Vargetto (Mister Bianco and Massi, Melbourne) believes the...

Ryan Nienaber (Ryan Nienaber, Cape Town, South Africa) - for the love of seafood. (Fishtales, a seafood podcast with John Susman)

18 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Fishermen are opportunistic hunters by nature, aware and respectful of their surrounds and their prey. Ryan Nienaber operates in one of the most uniqu...

Victor Liong (Lee Ho Fook) - Looking back, moving forward (The Crackling Season 5)

17 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The melting pot of different cuisines, cooking techniques and cultural backgrounds has given Australia’s culinary landscape a unique, yet rich tapes...

Vinny Milburn (Greenpoint Fish & Lobster, Brooklyn, New York) - A seafood state of mind (Fishtales, a seafood podcast with John Susman)

16 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Vinny Milburn's family have been in the fish business for more than 100 years. His great-great-grandfather became a fisherman when he immigrated from ...

Sarah Swan (100 Mile Table, Bay Grocer) - A perfect Swan dive

15 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After growing up in Auckland, and carving out a career in big cities Sarah Swan (100 Mile Table, Bay Grocer) had yearned for a tree change but had nev...

Eric Morris (Bistro Clementine, Sydney) - Dream on hold

14 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Dream on hold After building a career in the front of house of some of Sydney’s most influential restaurants, Eric Morris (Bistro Clementine, Sydney...

Aaron Teece (Valley Estate) - Letting go, starting again

13 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After a career private cheffing for Kate Moss and Margaret Thatcher, Aaron Teece (Valley Estate) retuned to Australia and began one of the most forwar...

Carlo Grossi (Grossi Family) - Faith in the community

12 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Growing up in a family with incredible influence in the hospitality sector over generations, Carlo Grossi (Grossi Family) realised very young that the...

Jo Barrett (Future Food Systems) - Have a go (The Crackling Season 5)

10 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Having a greater connection with the land, the environment and our impact on it has always been a driving force behind the culinary career of Jo Barre...

Gary Rodely (Tathra Oysters) - the oyster whisperer (FISHTALES, a seafood podcast with John Susman)

09 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The Sydney Rock Oyster is a special and rare shellfish. There are oyster farmers and then there is Gary Rodely, oyster innovator, oyster lover, oyster...

Bonnie Shearston (Happy Fat Group, Brisbane) - Yearning for home

08 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After winding down one of her restaurants in LA, Bonnie Shearston’s (Happy Fat Group, Brisbane) visa ran out just as the pandemic landed. With no wa...

Joey Ingram (Margan) - Regional rescue

07 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After becoming a father in 2019 Joey Ingram (Margan) and his partner decided it was time to make a tree change and settle down in the country. After s...

Lizzie Fiducia (MessySpoon) - A spoon full of goodness

06 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After forging her career in Michelin starred restaurants in the United Kingdom, Lizzie Fiducia (MessySpoon) joined the Jamie Oliver Group and helped l...

Tom Sarafian - Hummus heart

05 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

While working as an apprentice at Melbourne's famous Stokehouse Restaurant Tom Sarafian discovered Greg Malouf's cookbooks and was thrilled to see the...

Louis Tikaram (Stanley, Brisbane) - The New Dynasty (The Crackling)

03 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Louis Tikaram (Stanley, Brisbane) grew up in the NSW country town of Mullumbimby. When he turned 18 he took a chance on gut instinct and it set him on...

Clare Falzon (Hentley Farm, Barossa Valley) - Meet the producers

02 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Inspired by her Maltese heritage, Clare Falzon (Hentley Farm) knew she wanted to be a chef at a very young age. She set of the UK and Europe to immers...

Nikki Friedli (Templo, Hobart) - Finding yourself again

01 Sep 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After rising the ranks and becoming part owner of one of Adelaide’s best restaurants, Nikki Friedli (Templo, Hobart) was honoured with the Australia...

Ben Shewry (Attica, Melbourne) - The power of learning

31 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After growing up in a family that produced, foraged or caught their food from the land and sea, Ben Shewry (Attica, Melbourne) began a deep connection...

Anthony Iacono (Bertoni, Balmain) - Family at heart

30 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After spending his early career in corporate sales and being part of a dot com start up, Anthony Iacono (Bertoni, Balmain) felt a yearning for change,...

Roy Ner (Jeru, London) - Middle Eastern magic

29 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Having been accepted into the Culinary Institute of America Israeli-born Roy Ner (Jeru, London) had to wait 9 months for a visa. Keen to get his cooki...

Daniel Masters (The Standard Hotel, Bangkok) - Found a new home

26 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After joining the Rockpool Group as a young chef Daniel Masters (The Standard Hotel, Bangkok) learnt early about the importance of not only great prod...

Buddha Lo (Huso, Marky’s Caviar) - Like father, like son

25 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Growing up in the family restaurant in far North Queensland Buddha Lo (Huso, Marky’s Caviar) was inspired by his father’s work ethic and ability t...

Damian Brabender (Otis Dining Hall, The Truffle Farm) - The day that changed everything

24 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Growing up in a small town in a family of 12 children Damian Brabender (Otis Dining Hall, The Truffle Farm) learnt at a young age that if you do the c...

Jo Youl (On Island Time, Flinders Island) - Island oasis

23 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After growing up on the family farm in regional Victoria, Jo Youl (On Island Time, Flinders Island) developed a great connection with the land, animal...

Simon Fenwick (Monsieur Pierre, Kyneton, Victoria) - Finding your foundations

22 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Leaving Hobart early on in his career, Simon Fenwick (Monsieur Pierre, Kyneton, Victoria) set his sights on England where time in some of the country’...

Guillaume Brahimi (Bistro Guillaume, Crown) - Put a jab on the menu

19 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Exhausted, broken and tired of watching the hospitality industry suffer from ongoing lockdowns and restrictions with no clear end in sight, some of Au...

Joel Bickford (Fort Denison, Shell House) - Take a chance, build a career

18 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After asking for a job washing dishes in his local Chinese restaurant at the age of 14 to earn pocket money Joel Bickford (Fort Denison, Shell House) ...

Kate Reid (Lune Croissanterie) - The F1 of croissants

16 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After starting her career as a aerodynamicist for formula 1 racing, Kate Reid (Lune) starting baking and exploring the exact science of croissants. Sh...

Corey Costelloe (Rockpool Bar & Grill) - Time for a Green Pass?

15 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After turning one of the country’s most awarded restaurants into a takeaway, finish at home operation Corey Costelloe (Rockpool Bar and Grill, Sydne...

Darren Templeman (Botswana Butchery) - Butchery backbone (The Crackling Season 4)

13 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Working in some of the best restaurants, under incredible mentors can give you the grounding to go on to great success as a chef. But, for some, delvi...

Sam Gowing (Gowing's Food Health Wealth) - Food as medicine

12 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After growing up at the foot of one of Australia’s most influential hospitality professionals, Sam Gowing (Gowing's Food Health Wealth) cut her teet...

Julian Velasquez (El Estanco) - Bogata to the Barossa

11 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Growing up in Bogata, Colombia food was always at the centre of every family get together for Julian Velasquez (El Estanco) but he set out on a path t...

Lindsay Krahenbring (Darvella Patisserie, Brisbane) - Patisserie passion

10 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After working as a line cook in her mother’s restaurant Lindsay Krahenbring (Darvella patisserie, Brisbane) got a taste for hospitality and headed s...

Oliver Gould (Asado and Palermo’s) - Meat the maker

09 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After starting an apprenticeship at St Kilda’s iconic Stokehouse while completing high school Oliver Gould (Asado and Palermo’s) rose the ranks ov...

Philip Johnson (E’cco Bistro, Brisbane) - Keep it simple

08 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Inspired by the focus on quality produce during his time cheffing in the United Kingdom, Philip Johnson (E’cco Bistro, Brisbane) returned to Austral...

Ben Williamson (Agnes, Bianca - Brisbane) - Farm to flame (The Crackling Season 4)

06 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

When it comes to food the importance and value of connections, from farmer to chef can not only change the way one cooks, but the evolution of the cul...

Fabio Stefanelli (La Favola) - Al dente Aussie

05 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

The lure of a career in food was too much and following in his brothers footsteps Fabio Stefanelli (La Favola) was hooked on making people happy with ...

Luke Wakefield (Balthazar, Perth) - Of past and present

04 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

While sorting through his late grandparents belongings renowned chef Luke Wakefield (Balthazar, Perth) discovered a rich tapestry of recipes and food ...

Andrew Cibej (Marrakech, Morocco) - Tempted by a tagine

03 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After creating some of Sydney’s most adored hole in the wall Italian eateries and wine bars, Andrew Cibej (Morocco) took his wine bar concept to Hon...

Anton Hughes (The Corner - Woy Woy) - Where there’s smoke

02 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After moving to Australia to begin an audio engineering course Anton Hughes (The Corner, Woy Woy) earnt a crust Djing and almost hit the big time play...

Jen Shaw (Two Good Co.) - A shaw thing

01 Aug 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After creating some of Sydney’s most unique cafes Jen Shaw (Two Good Co.) landed a gig with a craft brewer where she immersed herself in the role of...

Sue Simmons (Melanda Park) - Organic evolution (The Crackling Season 4)

30 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

For almost one hundred years Swallow Rock Reach, on the banks of the Hawkesbury River has been the home of the Stones family, first as a citrus farm. ...

Brendan Fong (Lilymu) - An unexpected opportunity

29 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After two years of planning his first restaurant, the pandemic hit England and Brendan Fong (Lilymu) had to close the doors on his dream before he had...

Rob Rubis (Rob Rubis (Manta, Molo Bar, Fisherman’s Wharf Seafood) - Water to plate

28 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After decades creating some of Sydney’s best restaurants and catering companies Rob Rubis (Manta, Molo Bar, Fisherman’s Wharf Seafood) took an opp...

Alex Elliot-Howery (Cornersmith) - Pickled pink

27 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Becoming a mother at a young age, Alex Elliott-Howery (Cornersmith) realised she was throwing away a lot of her groceries that had turned before she h...

Antoine Moscovitz (Bellevue Cottage By Antoine) - French connection

26 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Originally from Paris, Antoine Moscovitz (Bellevue Cottage By Antoine) cut his teeth cooking under world-renowned chef Alain Ducasse before heading to...

Chloe Watts (Tarte Bakery & Cafe, Burleigh Heads) - Hungry like a wolf

25 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After cooking in large scale events to in-house cheffing for an eccentric pop star in the United Kingdom, Chloe Watts (Tarte Bakery and Café, Burleig...

Will Mahusay (Sydney Cebu Lechon) - In your father's footsteps

23 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

As a child, Will Mahusay (Sydney Cebu Lechon) grew up helping his father deliver the colour and vibrancy of Filipino cuisine with his catering. As an ...

Kyle Zevenbergen (Zev’s Bistro, Toowoomba) - Raising the regional bar

22 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

With a love of food and a burning desire to learn how to cook, Kyle Zevenbergen (Zev’s Bistro) started a school based apprenticeship at the age of 1...

Francesco Balestrieri (Agostini’s, Canberra) - Good omens

21 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Growing up in Rome, food was at the centre of Francesco Balestrieri (Agostini’s, Canberra) universe. It led to a yearning to build a career as a che...

Grant Schooling (Louca’s) - Hooked on cheffing

20 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Growing up in a family with a rich hospitality background, Grant Schooling (Louca’s) was polishing glasses by his mum’s side at famous restaurant ...

Adam D'Sylva - (Coda, Tonka, Boca) - Family ties

19 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Growing up in a family with an Italian mum and Indian father, Adam Dsylva (Coda, Tonka, Boca) experienced an abundance of incredible food as a kid. It...

Tommy Prosser (Berrima Vault House) - Nostalgic nosh

18 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

While working at renowned three Michelin Star restaurant The Waterside Inn, Tommy Prosser (Berrima Vault House) found himself in the deep end and quic...

Lauren Mathers (Bundarra Berkshires) - Looking after the locals ( The Crackling Season 4)

16 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After growing up in a regional New South Wales town on a mixed cropping and cattle stud farm, Lauren Mathers (Bundarra Berkshires) felt a real connect...

Leor Haimes (Saul’s Sandwiches) - Between two slices of bread

15 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Not wanting to be a business casualty of covid-19, Leor Haimes (Saul’s Sandwiches) set about changing his entire business model to not only survive ...

Ozge Kalvo (Ester, Sydney) - A chance down under

14 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After studying Gastronomy and Fine Arts and finding her feet as a chef in her homeland Turkey, Ozge Kalvo (Ester, Sydney) knew she wanted to try somet...

Stacey Conner (Humble on Duke, Sunshine Beach) - Finding your home

13 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After traversing the globe working for award-winning chefs in Auckland, Adelaide and Dubai, Stacey Connor (Humble on Duke) found herself in Queensland...

Daniel Quinn (Baja Modern Mexican, Brisbane) - Bringing Mexico to Brisbane

12 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After dropping in and out of the hospitality industry for years trying different vocations Daniel Quinn (Baja Modern Mexican, Brisbane) realised the e...

Gianluca Esposto (A’mare, Sydney) - Carving your own career

11 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Almost a decade ago Gianluca Esposto (A’mare, Sydney) was bored of his job selling jewellery. He quit, bought a one-way to ticket from Milan, Italy ...

Aaron Ward (Sixpenny) - Paddock to plating up (The Crackling Season 4)

09 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Whether it be putting your hands in the soil to discover what it takes to farm or grow quality produce, or sharing food with friends and family. As a ...

Sam Young (Juicy Banana) - Change your game

08 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After being stood down from his role as head chef at the start of the pandemic Sam Young (Juicy Banana) started a selling a range of dumplings inspire...

Leanne Altmann (Trader House) - Appetite for knowledge

07 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Working in restaurants while studying at University Leanne Altmann (Trader House) found herself falling for the energy of the hospitality sector. It l...

Blair Hayden (The Lord Nelson Brewery Hotel) - The beginning of craft beer

06 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After a long career in the meat industry, breaking new ground and initiating new and better ways to transport meat internationally, Blair Hayden (The ...

Joe Pavlovich (Bondi Trattoria) - A pinch of the past, and a dash of the future

05 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Growing up on a huge farm in New Zealand, Joe Pavlovich (Bondi Trattoria) had a strong connection to produce from a young age and it triggered an appe...

Jesse McTavish (Bar Elvina, Avalon Beach) - Support needed

05 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Last time we caught up with Jesse McTavish he’d just opened his own restaurant Bar Elvina, on Sydney’s Northern Beaches. Sydney is currently in a ...

Troy Wheeler (Meatsmith) - Return of the butcher (The Crackling Season 4)

02 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Falling into a career as a butcher in a small border town on the Murray river, Troy Wheeler (Meatsmith) soon yearned for a greater understanding of wh...

Will Meyrick (Sarong Group) - Travelling man

01 Jul 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Although he trained in the European Michelin star restaurants of London, Will Meyrick (Sarong Group) had a yearning to know more about Asian ingredien...

Hamish Watts (Applejack) - Build your dream

30 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

While carving out a career in the front of house of pubs Hamish Watts (Applejack) had a yearning to start his own business and create a venue that del...

Isobel Little (Lp’s Quality Meats) - Positive of connections

29 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Last time we caught up with Isobel Little (Lp’s Quality Meats), she’d taken six months to finally get a flight home from the UK, and had just star...

Lucy Whitlow (Osteria Ilaria) - Rising for a new culture

28 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After training as a baker back in her home country New Zealand Lucy Whitlow (Osteria Ilaria) soon found herself drawn to the science and service of re...

Nelly Robinson (Nel Restaurant) - Story on the plate

27 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

At the age of 14 Nelly Robinson (Nel, Sydney) began his career washing dishes at Michelin-starred restaurant Northcote Manor in the United Kingdom. At...

Andy Evans (Spice Temple, Sydney) - Spice Trail (The Crackling Season 4)

25 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

When Andy Evans (Spice Temple, Sydney) first stepped into the kitchen at Rockpool it opened his eyes, not only to the potential for an amazing career ...

Ben Sears (Ezra) - Jack of all trades

24 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Needing to earn cash while he was young Ben Sears (Ezra) got a job flipping pancakes, until an opportunity came along to work with one of Melbourne’...

Michael Lambie (Chef and Restaurateur) - Embrace change

23 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Starting his career at just 10 years of age cutting chips for a local pub to earn pocket money, it wasn’t long before Michael Lambie found himself t...

Susan Whelan (Young George, Ethos Deli) - Dreaming of Dublin downunder

22 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After meeting her future wife and business partner Melissa Palinkas while working in Dublin, Susan Whelan (Young George, Ethos Deli) thought the two w...

Pip Anderson (MONA) - The art of wine service

21 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After beginning her career as a chef working in five star hotels around the world, Pip Anderson (Mona) took a spur of the moment wine course and it ig...

James Kidman (Cafe Sydney) - Dream job

20 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After a career working in hatted restaurants in Sydney, James Kidman (Café Sydney) moved to the nation’s capital to run large-scale caterers, and g...

Shanteh Wale (Quay) - Quay to wine experiences

17 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After landing a job in one of Canada’s best restaurants Shanteh Wale (Quay) discovered a whole new respect for the art of front of house and wine se...

Mal Meiers (Any Given Sunday) - Food for Thought

16 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

While rising the ranks in some of Australia’s best restaurants, Malcolm Meiers (Food + Wine, Food for Thought fundraiser) was struggling with anxiet...

Johnny Di Francesco (400 Gradi) - From Naples with love

15 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After travelling to Naples to study his craft with the Associazione Verace Pizza Napoletana (AVPN) –experts widely considered the world authority on...

Matt Wilkinson (Montalto, Four Pillars) - Heart is in Melbourne

14 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After growing the child of publicans between the rolling pastures and industrial jungle of Barnsley, South Yorkshire in the North of England Matt Wilk...

Darren Mercaldi (Mamasita, Hotel Jesus) - Finding yourself

10 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After starting his apprenticeship at the age of 19 at Matteos Restaurant, Darren Mercaldi (Mamasita, Hotel Jesus) rose the ranks quickly to become a h...

Peter Doyle (Merivale) - Quiet achiever

09 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Starting his career in the '70s by winning Apprentice of the Year, legendary Australian chef Peter Doyle (Merivale) felt at home in the commercial kit...

Justin North (Concept Hospitality) - To the summit and back

08 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After working in kitchens in Australia and New Zealand Justin North (Concept Hospitality) followed his passion for French cuisine and travelled to Eur...

Louella Mathews (Bibo Wine Bar) - Country at heart

07 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Needing to earn an income while studying psychology, Louella Mathews (Bibo Wine Bar) cut her teeth at two of New South Wales best regional restaurants...

Ron McKinlay (Canoe Restaurant, Toronto, Canada) - Produce is king

06 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Leaving Canada for the Michelin starred restaurants in the United Kingdom not long after getting his chef qualifications Ron McKinlay (Canoe Restauran...

Stuart Toon (Rocker, Bondi) - Booming in Bondi

03 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

With Italian roots, Stuart Toon (Rocker, Bondi) was introduced to food from a young age, with food and family being at the centre of his upbringing in...

Jenna North (Lucy Lui, Melbourne) - From little things

02 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Growing up as second oldest in household of seven in Port Lincoln in country South Australia Jenna North (Lucy Lui, Melbourne) started cooking at the ...

Jeff Workman (Peacock and Jones, Hobart) - take a chance

01 Jun 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Growing up in Sydney North West Jeff Workman (Peacock and Jones, Hobart) had no interest in food and tried a number of vocations without luck, but as ...

Kay-Lene Tan (Tonka & Coda) - Full circle food journey

31 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

At the age of three Kay-Lene Tan (Tonka and Coda) moved to Singapore from Melbourne with her family, growing up amongst the colour and vibrancy of the...

Jake Kellie (Arkhe, Adelaide) - Core element

30 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After starting his career in a small restaurant on the NSW central Coast, Jake Kellie (Arkhé, Adelaide) rose the ranks to win a string of accolades w...

Zachary Tan (Devon Café, Dopa, Commune) - For the community

27 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After working in some of Australia’s best fine dining restaurants Zachery Tan (Devon Café, Dopa, Commune) opened a café that raised the bar for ev...

Stefano Manfredi - The Manfredi effect

26 May 2021

Contributed by Lukas

After migrating to Australia in the 1960s from Lombardy, Italy with his family, Stefano Manfredi grew up in Western Sydney where Italian food was some...