Deep in the Weeds - A Food Podcast with Anthony Huckstep

Oyster farming on Wapengo Lake, located on the south coast of New South Wales, is a thriving industry that has been operating for over a century. Wapengo Lake is a pristine estuary system that is known for producing some of the highest quality oysters in Australia. The oysters grown in Wapengo Lake are the Rock Oyster, which are known for their briny, mineral rich flavour flavor and creamy meatmeat. The oysters are farmed using ta range of traditional and modern techniques. Shane Buckley is a well-known oyster farmer based in Wapengo Lake, on the south coast of New South Wales, Australia. He is the owner and operator of the Wapengo Orgasnic Rocks oyster farm, which has been producing high-quality rock oysters for nearly two decades. https://wapengorocks.com.au Follow Fishtales, a Seafood Podcast on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fishtalesseafoodpodcast/ Follow John Susman https://www.instagram.com/fisheads/?hl=en Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow Huck (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork The Fishtales Seafood podcast with John Susman will tell the stories of the catchers, growers, sellers and servers of seafood around the world. A food podcast from the Deep in the Weeds Food Podcast Network.

The warm climate, incredible seafood and bounty of tropical fruit and vegetables all drive the menu and ambiance at award-winning restaurant Nu Nu in far North Qld, but for owner Nick Holloway, pork weaves a vital web through the menu to bring balance and depth too. https://www.nunu.com.au Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

After immersing herself in the food culture in Uluru early on in her career, Amanda Fuller (The Sam Prince Hospitality Group) not only gained an appreciation of indigenous ingredients, but with food deliveries few and far between, she learnt how to how to spark creativity on limited resources too. Her unique skillset led her to London, where she spent a decade plying her craft until she returned home where she now leads one of the most diverse and innovative groups in Australia. https://www.tsphg.com.au 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.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork Deep 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.

If you think about avant- garde fine wine, micro batches and Tasmania you’ll probably think of Nav Singh. He is one half of Domaine Simha along with his wife Louise Radman. Together they shape living wines based on ancient knowledge and intuition. https://www.domainesimha.com Follow Over a Glass https://www.instagram.com/overtheglasspod Host Shanteh Wale https://www.instagram.com/shantehwale/?hl=en Executive Producer Rob Locke https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Executive Producer Anthony Huckstep https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork Over a Glass is a wine & drinks podcast with Shanteh Wale exploring the personalities, stories and landscape of the wine and drinks business. An Australian Wine and Drinks Podcast from the Deep in the Weeds Network.

Three years ago, Jared Ingersoll shared some of the staggering statistics on the impact of covid, and now Jared finds himself looking at the statistics in a different light in regional New South Wales. https://www.instagram.com/jaredingersoll/?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 (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork Deep 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.

Coolamon Cheese Company is located in the heart of the Riverina, an area renowned for its abundance of high-quality produce, especially dairy products. It’s here that cheese maker Jenn Nestor creates an innovative range of handcrafted cheeses that are a sensual delight. https://www.coolamoncheese.com.au Follow The Producers on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/producerspodcast/ Host Dani Valent https://www.instagram.com/danivalent Host Anthony Huckstep https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Executive Producer Rob Locke https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork The Producers is a food podcast telling the stories of producers, farmers, growers and makers.. A Deep in the Weeds Production An Australian Food Podcast from the Deep in the Weeds Network.

Well, it's a very special day for a few reasons. Today’s guest was our third ever guest on Deep in the Weeds, 3 years ago. And as we celebrate three years of the Deep in the Weeds podcast network, National Treasure Annie Smithers is celebrating 10 years of Du Fermier. https://anniesmithers.com.au 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.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork Deep 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.

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 Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

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 one of the most exciting bistros to open in Sydney. https://www.beckettsbardining.com.au 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.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork Deep 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.

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 Producer Rob Locke https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Executive Producer Anthony Huckstep https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork Over a Glass is a wine & drinks podcast with Shanteh Wale exploring the personalities, stories and landscape of the wine and drinks business. An Australian Wine and Drinks Podcast from the Deep in the Weeds Network.

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 most exciting groups. https://www.theboathousegroup.com.au 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.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork Deep 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.

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 world of food. Obsessed with sustainability, community and legacy, CC is a grower and maker, passionate about connecting consumers with the land. https://www.ccskitchen.com.au Follow The Producers on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/producerspodcast/ Host Dani Valent https://www.instagram.com/danivalent Host Anthony Huckstep https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Executive Producer Rob Locke https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork The Producers is a food podcast telling the stories of producers, farmers, growers and makers.. A Deep in the Weeds Production An Australian Food Podcast from the Deep in the Weeds Network.

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 country’s most exciting restaurant precincts. https://darlingcrackles.com.au 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.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork Deep 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.

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 the crew, and for creating a positive atmosphere on board. It can also be an opportunity to travel and see new places, and to form close bonds with fellow crew members. For Ash Prendergast it has become the love of her life. https://www.australfisheries.com.au Follow Fishtales, a Seafood Podcast on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fishtalesseafoodpodcast/ Follow John Susman https://www.instagram.com/fisheads/?hl=en Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow Huck (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork The Fishtales Seafood podcast with John Susman will tell the stories of the catchers, growers, sellers and servers of seafood around the world. A food podcast from the Deep in the Weeds Food Podcast Network.

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.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

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 bistros in Sydney. And in typical Deep in the Weeds fashion, Emile drops breaking news that’s going to surprise many too. https://www.clovelane.com.au 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.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork Deep 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.

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 https://www.instagram.com/overtheglasspod Host Shanteh Wale https://www.instagram.com/shantehwale/?hl=en Executive Producer Rob Locke https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Executive Producer Anthony Huckstep https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork Over a Glass is a wine & drinks podcast with Shanteh Wale exploring the personalities, stories and landscape of the wine and drinks business. An Australian Wine and Drinks Podcast from the Deep in the Weeds Network.

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 most exciting groups leading a venue where staff happiness and opportunity lies at the heart of everything they do. https://lilacwinebar.com.au 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.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork Deep 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.

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 Dani Valent https://www.instagram.com/danivalent Host Anthony Huckstep https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Executive Producer Rob Locke https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork The Producers is a food podcast telling the stories of producers, farmers, growers and makers.. A Deep in the Weeds Production An Australian Food Podcast from the Deep in the Weeds Network.

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 one of the most exciting distillery and restaurant in the country. https://oldsaltdistillery.au 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.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork Deep 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.

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.apollobayfishcoop.com.au Follow Fishtales, a Seafood Podcast on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fishtalesseafoodpodcast/ Follow John Susman https://www.instagram.com/fisheads/?hl=en Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow Huck (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork The Fishtales Seafood podcast with John Susman will tell the stories of the catchers, growers, sellers and servers of seafood around the world. A food podcast from the Deep in the Weeds Food Podcast Network.

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_pork/?hl=en Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

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 Producer Rob Locke https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Executive Producer Anthony Huckstep https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork Over a Glass is a wine & drinks podcast with Shanteh Wale exploring the personalities, stories and landscape of the wine and drinks business. An Australian Wine and Drinks Podcast from the Deep in the Weeds Network.

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. https://restaurant.opentable.com.au/ditw/ 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.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork Deep 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.

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 she is leading the team of one of the most exciting venues to open in the nation’s capital, and running a not-for-profit organisation that aims to provide a supportive educational environment focusing on developing wine, spirit & beer knowledge of women. https://andsuchandsuch.com 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.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork Deep 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.

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 have ingredients on Melbourne restaurant tables in time for lunch. It’s about flavour, creativity, a narrative and - more than anything - a tangible connection to nature. https://spurrellforaging.com.au Follow The Producers on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/producerspodcast/ Host Dani Valent https://www.instagram.com/danivalent Host Anthony Huckstep https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Executive Producer Rob Locke https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork The Producers is a food podcast telling the stories of producers, farmers, growers and makers.. A Deep in the Weeds Production An Australian Food Podcast from the Deep in the Weeds Network.

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 landscape, and now she leads the front of house in one of the most exciting venues downunder. https://arkhe.com.au 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.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork Deep 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.

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 milk-fed pig herd in Australia. https://thedairyman.com.au/heritage-pork/ Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

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 Such) is using a touch of nostalgia, and maturity beyond his years to dish up food that’s capturing the essence of the new wave. https://www.pilotrestaurant.com 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.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork Deep 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.

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/overtheglasspod Host Shanteh Wale https://www.instagram.com/shantehwale/?hl=en Executive Producer Rob Locke https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Executive Producer Anthony Huckstep https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork Over a Glass is a wine & drinks podcast with Shanteh Wale exploring the personalities, stories and landscape of the wine and drinks business. An Australian Wine and Drinks Podcast from the Deep in the Weeds Network.

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 the chance to put authentic Mexican food in front of a new audience. https://www.instagram.com/elprimosanchezsydney/?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 (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork Deep 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.

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://thefermentalists.com Follow The Producers on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/producerspodcast/ Host Dani Valent https://www.instagram.com/danivalent Host Anthony Huckstep https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Executive Producer Rob Locke https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork The Producers is a food podcast telling the stories of producers, farmers, growers and makers.. A Deep in the Weeds Production An Australian Food Podcast from the Deep in the Weeds Network.

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 dream restaurant. https://www.instagram.com/lexinoble/?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 (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork Deep 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.

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 inshore fisherman operating out of Port Wakefiled in the upper Saint Vincents Gulf in in South Australia. As a 3rd generation fisherman, working the same waters, he is an enthusiast for the region, the seafood and the market he supplies. https://www.instagram.com/bartbutson/?hl=af Follow Fishtales, a Seafood Podcast on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fishtalesseafoodpodcast/ Follow John Susman https://www.instagram.com/fisheads/?hl=en Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow Huck (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork The Fishtales Seafood podcast with John Susman will tell the stories of the catchers, growers, sellers and servers of seafood around the world. A food podcast from the Deep in the Weeds Food Podcast Network.

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 Adelaide in recent history. https://www.instagram.com/arkhe_restaurant/?hl=en Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

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.instagram.com/shantehwale/?hl=en Executive Producer Rob Locke https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Executive Producer Anthony Huckstep https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork Over a Glass is a wine & drinks podcast with Shanteh Wale exploring the personalities, stories and landscape of the wine and drinks business. An Australian Wine and Drinks Podcast from the Deep in the Weeds Network.

From the moment he stepped into a commercial kitchen at the age of 14, Dayan Hartill-Law (HOTA, Gold Coast) caught the hospitality bug. After plying his trade in landmark establishments such as Quay, Dinner by Heston, and the Press Club he landed a dream job overseeing multiple food spaces and concepts at one of the most dynamic art gallery venues in the country. https://paletterestaurant.com.au 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.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork Deep 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.

Growing up in a family that valued food but had a strict budget, Elizabeth Mitchell (Alberto’s Lounge) and her mum would borrow and pen through copies of Goirmet traveller form the local library. It sparked a great love for creating delicious food and a career in hospitality. After rising the ranks in some of Sydney’s best restaurants she is now part of the new wave of chefs taking australia down a new path. https://swillhouse.com/venues/albertos-lounge/ 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.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork Deep 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.

Sophie O’Neil is an owner of Torello Farm, a mixed business and farm gate on Victoria’s Mornington Peninsula. Founded in 2016, Torello sells Sophie’s own beef and lamb as well as curating produce from around 70 other local growers. It’s a bountiful business that creates connection and brings nourishment and joy as well as offering an ethical model for contemporary food systems. https://www.torellofarm.com.au Follow The Producers on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/producerspodcast/ Host Dani Valent https://www.instagram.com/danivalent Host Anthony Huckstep https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Executive Producer Rob Locke https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork The Producers is a food podcast telling the stories of producers, farmers, growers and makers.. A Deep in the Weeds Production An Australian Food Podcast from the Deep in the Weeds Network.

After almost a decade at London’s famed The Ledbury, Billy Hannigan (The Charles Grand Brasserie and Bar) headed back to Australia and immersed himself in the French restaurant renaissance in Sydney. After helping launch a French bistro in North Sydney, he’s now leading the team that's reviving the grand brasserie experience in a modern Australian context. https://thecharles.sydney 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.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork Deep 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.

There have been many people that have taken skills and lessons learnt in one vocation and used them as the backbone of another, but few have done it quite like Luke Powell. The former head chef of Tetsuya’s now has one of the most exciting smallgoods brands in the country, with LP’s Quality Meats. https://lpsqualitymeats.com Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

In our 3rd part of the series, we follow Port Lincoln fisherman, Andy Puglisi through his career from prawn fisherman in the Spencer Gulf, to Tuna wrangler in the Great Australian Bight to Mussel farming baron in port lincoln - hear how, driven by a passion for the sea he has been at the forefront of each of these fisheries. https://www.epseafoods.com.au Follow Fishtales, a Seafood Podcast on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fishtalesseafoodpodcast/ Follow John Susman https://www.instagram.com/fisheads/?hl=en Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow Huck (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork The Fishtales Seafood podcast with John Susman will tell the stories of the catchers, growers, sellers and servers of seafood around the world. A food podcast from the Deep in the Weeds Food Podcast Network.

In the 2nd part of our special series on one of the great characters of Australian seafood, we hear how Andy Puglisi moves from being a Prawn Fisherman to a Tuna wrangler and how the family’s foray into a new fishery brought a range of experiences and challenges https://www.epseafoods.com.au Follow Fishtales, a Seafood Podcast on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fishtalesseafoodpodcast/ Follow John Susman https://www.instagram.com/fisheads/?hl=en Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow Huck (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork The Fishtales Seafood podcast with John Susman will tell the stories of the catchers, growers, sellers and servers of seafood around the world. A food podcast from the Deep in the Weeds Food Podcast Network.

Vanya Cullen is the daughter of pioneers, she is a highly awarded viticulturist, Chief Winemaker of Cullen Wines and devoted custodian of the land in Wilyabrup, Margaret River. https://www.cullenwines.com.au Follow Over a Glass https://www.instagram.com/overtheglasspod Host Shanteh Wale https://www.instagram.com/shantehwale/?hl=en Executive Producer Rob Locke https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Executive Producer Anthony Huckstep https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork Over a Glass is a wine & drinks podcast with Shanteh Wale exploring the personalities, stories and landscape of the wine and drinks business. An Australian Wine and Drinks Podcast from the Deep in the Weeds Network.

After cutting his teeth in some of London and Melbourne’s best restaurants, Michael Fox (Sushi-e, Sydney) landed a dream role in the Hong Kong outpost of New York Italian restaurant Carbone. While weighing up his options for a new journey an opportunity to run one of Sydney’s most successful Japanese restaurants arose, where he is now leading a team focussed on quality produce and taking a modern spin on Japanese techniques and ingredients. https://merivale.com/venues/sushie/ 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.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork Deep 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.

Although the importance of food and connection ran a thread thorough her family life, food as a career was never really considered by Laura Rheinlander (Bar Vincent, Sydney). But while studying bias a biomedical student she landed a job as a barista at one of Brisbane’s hottest restaurants, it opened the door to a shift in the kitchen and she’s never looked back. Now she’s part of the team at one of the most under-rated, local Sydney restaurants that epitomises exactly what hospitality is all about. https://barvincent.com.au 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.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork Deep 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.

Basik Chocolates was founded by Krsna Rajalingam with a simple belief: That every chocoholic deserves a perfect bonbon that speaks to them. After painstaking research, and trial and error he’s creating some of the most stunning chocolates in Australia – and they’re delicious too. https://www.basikchocolates.com.au Follow The Producers on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/producerspodcast/ Host Dani Valent https://www.instagram.com/danivalent Host Anthony Huckstep https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Executive Producer Rob Locke https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork The Producers is a food podcast telling the stories of producers, farmers, growers and makers.. A Deep in the Weeds Production An Australian Food Podcast from the Deep in the Weeds Network.

After scanning the internet and landing on images of Grant Achatz food at Alinea, Cameron Tay-Yap (Amaru, Melbourne) became obsessed with food and the possibilities on the plate. He set himself a goal to work at Attica under the guidance of Ben Shewry, where he not only discovered the bounty of native ingredients but explored his own heritage further with his mum. Now he’s part of one of the most exciting new wave restaurants in the country. https://www.instagram.com/cam_taysty/?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 (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork Deep 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.

One of the beautiful elements of the evolution of Australia’s culinary landscape is the blurring of the lines between restaurant and Bar. And few have managed to nail that balance from a food perspective better than Josh Lundy (Bar Rochford, Canberra) in the nation’s Capital. http://www.barrochford.com Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

For Andrew Puglisi, growing up as a 5th generation fisherman in Port Lincoln, South Australia, gave him a unique and rich cultural heritage, as well as a deep connection to the sea and the environment. Throughout his career he and his family business, Kinkawooka have moved from Prawn Fishing to Tuna Ranching and Mussel Farming, in this special 3 part interview, we hear about Puggsys life as a Port Lincoln waterman. https://www.kinkawookashellfish.com.au Follow Fishtales, a Seafood Podcast on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fishtalesseafoodpodcast/ Follow John Susman https://www.instagram.com/fisheads/?hl=en Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow Huck (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork The Fishtales Seafood podcast with John Susman will tell the stories of the catchers, growers, sellers and servers of seafood around the world. A food podcast from the Deep in the Weeds Food Podcast Network.