Deep in the Weeds - A Food Podcast with Anthony Huckstep

For many chefs that start to build a career, there is a moment that they find their voice, and it ignites something special from within them. For Annita Potter (Viand, Sydney) it was moving to Thailand, and her culinary world was turned on its head. https://www.viand.club 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

Is the oyster not the quintessential seafood? Defining of its origin, luxurious, sweet, salty, rich and delicious. Bobby Groves is an acclaimed oysterman, author and enthusiast. Born in Maldon, Essex, Bobby began working at his local oyster farm, Maldon Oysters, in the early 2000’s learning the art of oyster farming, preparation and serving, literally from the water to the plate. He’s worked across the world as an oyster shucker for various restaurants, markets and oyster bars, shucking thousands of oysters per day. These days, as the Head of Oysters at London restaurant group Chiltern Firehouse he is one of the worlds leading authorities on this amazing bivalve. https://www.instagram.com/bobbysoysters/?hl=en 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.

After earning his stripes in pub kitchens in the UK, Christian Abbott (Australian Venue Co) had a yearning to travel the world. All roads led to Australia where he is now leading huge teams in one of the largest hospitality groups in the country. https://www.ausvenueco.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.

Topper’s Mountain wines are single vineyard wines from close to heaven; in case you are wondering where that is, its located in New England in the Northern Slopes of NSW. Wine Manager Jan Taborsky and Owner and Vigneron Mark Kirkby join me today to share their story, which is anything but ordinary. https://toppers.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 humble beginnings to his career in New Zealand, Alan Stuart (Encore by Clare Smyth Sydney) set his sights on working for one of the best chefs on the planet – Gordon Ramsay. It led many years in some of the enigmatic chef’s best restaurants including the mothership Three Michelin Star Restaurant Gordon Ramsay where he fell under the tutelage of Clare Smyth. Many moons later, and he finds himself leading the team at Clare’s first restaurant outside the UK, which has captured the attention of the leading critics. https://www.instagram.com/alan.stuart/?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.

With farming roots that go back many generations Greg Cromwell (Cromwell Farms) is carrying on the tradition in the Byron Bay Hinterland with wife and daughters where they are using regenerative practises to pasture-raise rare heritage breeds of animals. https://cromwellfarms.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 cutting his teeth in one of the United Kingdom’s most influential restaurants, The Square, Josh Pelham returned to Australia to make his mark. After finding his feet back home he is now leading the team that produces a staggering 41,000 meals a dat at Australia’s most famous racecourse. https://www.vrc.com.au/visit-us/experience-flemington/josh-pelham-crown-executive-chef-at-vrc/ 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

Gertie Wines is the epitome of a micro wine operation with a very big heart. Ben Marx is the cheeky fellow behind the label with over 20 years in the industry. Marxy is known for his knowledge of growing grapes and making wine. https://gertiewines.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.

Mitch Tonks is one of the most respected and knowledgeable seafood people in the UK and an acclaimed restaurateur, chef and author in the process. His Seahorse restaurant has won many awards, his Rockfish takeaway restaurant chain is equally acclaimed. Whilst there are many hard working, committed and talented individuals working in every area from catching to cooking, there are few who have as much involvement in all aspects of the seafood industry from Catching to Cooking. Today, we catch up with Mitch again after 18 months where his businesses, based in the South West of the UK have gone through the most turbulent period in history. https://www.mitchtonks.co.uk 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.

It’s the summer series of Deep in the Weeds and today we are welcome back Monica Luppi (Lu Lu’s, Sydney) who takes us on a nostalgic road trip through Italy, America and Australia. https://lulussydney.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.

It’s the summer series of Deep in the Weeds where we welcome back previous guests to share a few yarns from their lives in food. Today it is an absolute pleasure to have Frankie Cox (Green on) who takes us to Italy, The Us and back down under too. https://www.greenonco.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

Rowan Little is the Chief Innovation Officer at Montague, a family-owned fruit growing company headquartered in Victoria and now into its third generation. Montague started with an apple orchard in the 1950s and has more recently expanded into stone fruit. Today, the company tends five million trees spread across south-eastern Australia with the focus squarely on delighting consumers with wonderful flavour. This episode is proudly supported by Montague Plums, hand-picked for you. https://montague.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.

The summer series of Deep in the Weeds continues today and we have the amazing Kylie Javiar Ashton who takes us through the US, Caribbean and the Philippines with some incredible food stories of family and connection. https://www.instagram.com/kyliejavierashton/?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.

We re-visit with Martin Bosley, famed New Zealand Chef turned fishmonger at Yellow Brick Road. From his base in Wellington New Zealand, Boz services the who’s who of New Zealand restaurants with a range of seafood sourced directly from fishermen throughout New Zealand. Along with working with a broad group of fishers to maximise the quality, his knowledgeable personalized service is highly regarded by chefs. He is genuinely passionate about the products he sells and is eternally eager to share his knowledge with customers. We catch up with Boz to hear how the past few years have been in seafood in New Zealand and to seek his thoughts on whats to come in 2023. https://ybr.nz 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.

Matthew Sutherland is General Manager of Dog Point Vineyard in Marlborough, New Zealand. It’s one of the most recognisable wine brands and New Zealand's largest certified organic vineyard. Today I’m joined by Matt who works tirelessly to spread the word and wine of his family, across the globe. https://dogpoint.co.nz 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’s the summer series of Deep in the Weeds and it is an absolute pleasure to welcome back the man, the myth the legend Ben O’Donoghue who takes us to regional Australia, through Europe and into the crazy world of cooking for global leaders. https://www.instagram.com/thebenodonoghue/?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.

It’s the summer series of Deep in the Weeds and it is an absolute pleasure to welcome back one of the network’s favourite guests Kathryn Russack who shares some incredible stories of her food travels across the globe. 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 (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.

Duck Foot Farm owned by Justin Hartley is the ultimate example of small-scale farming that relies on land share arrangements between young farmers and landowners. It proves that small scale farming has a big role to play in the future food system and ultimately, the health of people too. https://www.duckfootfarm.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.

As we move into the New Year, we catch up with Vinnie Milburn, owner of Greenpoint Fish and Lobster, who remains positive and excited about the future for his business. Although hesitant and circumspect about what lies ahead, with a naturally more cautious view, his enthusiasm for both his local wild seafood and the emerging range and quality of some of the new aquaculture seafoods, is keeping him motivated and inspired for 2023. https://greenpointfish.com 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.

As we rocket towards 2023, the Deep in the Weeds team gathers in a barbershop man cave to look forward. What are our hopes and predictions for the New Year? We're joined by special guest Mark Jensen from Sydney's Red Lantern who brings an insider's perspective from the hospitality (and hairdressing!) frontline. The whole Deep crew thanks you for your listening ears throughout 2022 and wishes you a beautiful and bountiful New Year! Huck, Dani, Shanteh, John and Rob 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.

In this episode, we will be discussing what's happening at the Sydney Fishmarkets this Christmas. We have three expert guests joining us: Angelo Vaxevani of Nicholas Seafoods, Frank Theodore from Get Fish, and Narito Ishii of Wellstone Seafoods. These veteran market retailers and foodservice distributors will give us insights into the best seafood options for Christmas and what to expect at the markets this year. Angelo Vaxevani has been a retailer at the Sydney Fishmarkets for over 20 years and knows all the ins and outs of the market. Frank Theodore is a foodservice distributor with a wealth of knowledge about the seafood industry, and Narito Ishii is a Japanese fishmonger who brings a unique perspective to the conversation. We hope you enjoy this special holiday episode of the Fishtales Seafood Podcast and get some great ideas for your Christmas seafood feast! 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.

We're talking drinks across the Deep in the Weeds network today in a podcast tripleplay with Over A Glass host Shanteh Wale, Deep in the Weeds maestro Anthony Huckstep and Dirty Linen's Dani Valent. What is the crew loving for summer? How important is it to match drinks with seasonal food? And if you're keen to gift something wet, how on earth do you choose the right drop? 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.

Is there anything better than gelato? Lisa Valmormida and her brother Jamie come from an entrepreneurial food-loving Italian family, so when Lisa identified a gap in the Australian market for high quality gelato, it set them on the pathway to Pidapipo. Ten years later, there are three popular Melbourne stores and a new Laboratorio making small batch and bespoke flavours. Pidapipo is one of the city’s leading artisanal gelato businesses, scooping smiles day after day. https://pidapipo.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.

It’s that time of year again! Yes, it is Christmas, but it’s also the magical moment when we get the entire Deep in the Weeds podcast network in one room for a good old yarn about the year that was. Join Anthony Huckstep (Deep in the Weeds), Dani Valent (Dirty Linen), Shanteh Wale (Over a Glass), John Susman (Fishtales - a seafood podcast) and special guest Mark Jensen (Red Lantern) in the private dining room-cum-Barbershop at Red Lantern for a few curly stories. https://www.redlantern.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 southern rock lobster (Jasus edwardsii)—also called red rock lobster or spiny rock lobster, is a species of spiny lobster found throughout the coastal waters of southern Australia and New Zealand. Trade in live exports of rock lobster exploded in the early 1980’s as the lobsters were discovered by discerning diners in China and Hong Kong. and now accounts for the majority of shipments out of Australia. It is a fishery with a proud tradition of being at the forefront of innovation in both catching, handling and marketing. Andrew Ferguson is a career lobsterman who typifies the creativity, professionalism and innovation of this exciting fishery. https://www.fergusonaustralia.com 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.

Jerome Scarborough and Liz Riley- Scarborough Winery Scarborough Winery is an institution of the Hunter Valley. Perhaps its due to its long history and foundations in the region or maybe in part because Jerome Scarborough and Liz Riley make one hell of a team. Today I am joined by the dynamic duo. https://www.scarboroughwine.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

Summer is here and it’s such a great time of year. Few things enhance a celebration during summer quite like seafood. Join Anthony Huckstep (Deep in the Weeds), Dani Valent (Dirty Linen) and seafood guru John Susman (Fishtales) as they plumb the depths of the deep blue to give you the ultimate preview to your summer of seafood. Follow Deep In The Weeds on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/deepintheweedspodcast/?hl=en Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Dirty Linen on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dirtylinenpodcast Follow Dani Valent https://www.instagram.com/danivalent 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/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

While completing his degree in Marine Science, Andy Emerson (Bar Elvina, Randy’s Wine Bar) picked up work behind the bar. A few shifts turned into more and then full-time work, and soon enough he found himself submerged in the world of hospitality. His love of great wine, good food and fun times led to him opening a throng of venues that blurred the lines between bar and restaurant. These days, he's taken his model to the northern beaches of Sydney, where he’s finding time to plumb the depths of the deep blue, and connect with locals and share his vision of hospitality. https://www.barelvina.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 might be hot downunder, but Christmas pudding is still a key feature for so many when the festive season arrives. There are few better than Pud For All Seasons, owned by Karen Kelly who started it all with her grandmother’s secret recipe 22 years ago. https://www.pudforallseasons.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

While he was a teenager, Dan Gedge’s (Leeuwin Estate, WA) uncle suggested he should escape London for the summer and spend it down in Cornwell by the sea. He leapt at the chance and soon found his way as a pot-wash with one of Britain’s most influential chefs – Rick Stein. He rose the ranks, began to carve an incredible career but wanted more. He set sail for Australia where he has become one of the leading voices of regional dining in Western Australia. https://www.instagram.com/chefdangedge/?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.

There are many that carve out incredible careers in the hospitality sector, but few have an ability to re-imagine food and carve a new path for Australian cuisine. Brent Savage (The Bentley Group) had humble beginnings, but his fascination in cooking methods, and natural creative flair have taken many guests to new, uncharted places on the plate. https://www.bentleyrestaurantgroup.com.au/bentley-restaurant-bar 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

Will Ziebell is the senior journalist at The Crafty Pint and has been covering the ebbs and flows of Australia’s craft beer industry since 2016. Today he joins me to enlighten us on the culture of craft beer and its place here in the land down under. https://craftypint.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

Last time we caught up with Doug Fraser we spoke of the intense local down of Sydney’s northern suburbs, namely around his restaurant Lovat. A lot has changed, including the opening of a new restaurant, the Basin Dining Room. https://www.basindining.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

For anyone carving a path, mentors that have done it all before can help the emerging talent navigate the challenges. What does it take to have a meaningful and rich career in the industry and leave an indelible mark too. Industry legend Lisa Van Haandel joins us to share a few yarns from an incredible career spanning 3.5 decades. https://www.instagram.com/lisavanhaandel/?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.

Lucy Mackenzie and her husband Herb were running a drought-affected cattle farm with cashflow issues when they decided to branch out into free-range geese. It’s been hard. It’s been huge. They moved the whole operation from northern New South Wales to southern Victoria on the eve of the pandemic, reestablishing both farm and family. Along the way U Goose has pleased discerning poultry purveyors, won the hearts of some of Australia’s top chefs and turned Lucy Mackenzie into a huge geese freak. https://www.instagram.com/ugoose.aus/?hl=en 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

2 years ago, in one of the first Fishtales Seafood Podcast broadcasts, we caught up with Greenfish, a South African supplier of sustainable, fresh fish. Born of Founder Ryan Nienaber's love for fishing and the ocean, Greenfish the family run business services restaurant, hospitality and wholesale seafood businesses with high quality, seasonal and locally-sourced seafood, much of it, literally caught on handline by Ryan. As the onset of covid ravaged the foodservice industry, Ryan and his team needed to move their business model to focus on the consumer market. Today we catch up with him to hear how the past few years have treated him, how his catching and wholesaling business transitioned to serving home cooks and what will be on his dinner table this Christmas. https://greenfish.co.za 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

After growing up in a hospitality family Simon Denton (Kaku-Uchi, Izakaya Den) felt a natural lure to a career in hospitality. An icon of the Melbourne culinary landscape, he’s been responsible for some of the city’s most important venues, and helped carve a path for Japanese cuisine down under. https://www.izakayaden.com.au/kakuuchi 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

With a Croatian heritage Daniel Dobra (Market Bistro, Queensland) grew up in a household where food was front and centre, It wasn't uncommon to eat anything from crayfish on the charcoal grill to a pig on the spit for family gatherings. It was only natural he’d end up carving out a career in the food industry. https://marketbistro.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

With access to incredible produce and food from a young age in Northern France Alexis Besseau (Restaurant Hubert) knew he wanted to be a chef from the age of 7. After cutting his teeth in Paris, he set his sites on the world and landed in Australia. Buoyed and surprised by the standard of produce and opportunity afforded to chefs, he worked his way up the ranks, built a life in Australia, and now runs the kitchen of one of the most important restaurants of the last decade. https://swillhouse.com/venues/restaurant-hubert/ 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

Andrew Quin is chief winemaker of Hentley Farm Wines in the Barossa Valley, their focus is on exceptional wines and more importantly memorable experiences. Andrew joins me to chat about life and making wine in Australia’s most renowned wine region. https://www.hentleyfarm.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

Growing up in Southern Tasmania, a region now widely celebrated for its incredible produce, Lilly Trewartha (LT Events, Tasmania) experienced a lifestyle built around appreciating the bounty of nature. Although she fought the urge to enter the food industry, she finally relented after finding inspiration from an unlikely place. It set off a series of connections that has led her to create her own events company that celebrates regional Tasmanian produce and Japanese technique in equal measure. https://www.instagram.com/lilly_trewartha/ 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

One of the most under-utilised species in the world of seafood is the seafood marketer. Creating demand for seafood is a task that is mostly mis-understood by the entire seafood supply chain from catchers to cooks. Sally James is an Australian Chef who has been tirelessly promoting Australian Seafood for over 35 years, 22 years of which have been from her base in the United States. Sally’s knowledge, skills and commitment are only surpassed by her genuine love of seafood and a desire to see more people enjoy it. She is an Australian Seafood champion https://www.linkedin.com/in/sallyajames?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2F 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

Chooks At The Rooke is owned by Xavier Prime and Kimberley Burridge. Along with a small team, they produce Premium Pastured Eggs centred around Animal Welfare and Sustainable Farming Practises. But even more interestingly, they’re started rearing Cockerels that would not have otherwise had the full rich lives they’re now experiencing. https://chooksattherooke.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

After 20 years on the pans in some of Australia’s best restaurants, Nathan Sasi (Bar Copains, Surry Hills) headed to Adelaide with his wife to open a venue that celebrated wine as much as it did food. But when the pandemic hit the mental and financial strain was keeping him from vital time with his young family. He quit the industry he knows and loves. But after a 2 year sojourn, he’s back, teaming up with Morgan McGlone with a new concept in one of Sydney’s most popular food suburbs. https://barcopains.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

There are many paths to a career in food. Some come from families that place food at the heart of everything, others land on food out of necessity and discover a whole new enticing world. Jimmy Richardson’s (Leonard’s Bar and bistro, Brisbane) food journey began as a child, going home from school for lunch where he’d take control of the kitchen and create pasta or rice meals for himself while his mother was at work. https://www.leonardsanddawn.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

Ashley Huntington is an extraordinary soul, owner of Two Metre Tall Brewing he is a jack of all trades with a mind that works in truly fascinating ways. Today Ale is the tale told from his piece of land in the Derwent Valley of Tasmania, Ashley crafts some of the most thought provoking, interesting and downright tasty beverages in Australia. https://2mt.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

Needing to connect with produce and create a better life for his young family after a stellar career in some of Sydney’s best restaurants Tom Deadman (Bistro Moncur, Sydney) moved to regional France and began growing his own produce. But, when a call came through with an opportunity to run one of Australia’s most-respected French-inspired institutions, he couldn’t say no. https://www.instagram.com/bigchefruss/?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

Food and celebrations around the table played an integral role in growing up in Israel, but Meira Harel (Another Kind, Adelaide) never dreamed of a career in hospitality. Set on a career in sport, it wasn't until an accident forced her to look for another field, and hospitality landed on her doorstep. In 2012 she moved to Melbourne and began an extraordinary journey in some of Australia’s best restaurants and fast becoming one of the best sommeliers downunder. Now she’s leading a small hospitality group focussed on a love of service, community and seeking to always be open to new ways of doing things. https://www.anotherkind.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

Yarrie Bangura is the founder and owner of Aunty’s Ginger Tonic. Her delicious beverage is a vehicle for her entrepreneurial ambitions and a tribute to something she grew up making and enjoying as a child in Sierra Leone. After the good times turned to hard times, Yarrie ended up coming to Australia as a 12-year-old refugee. She sees her business as a way of showcasing remembered joys of her birthplace and contributing to the country she now calls home. https://www.auntysgingertonic.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

Picking up a casual job washing dishes while at university David Swain (Fino Seppeltsfield, Fino Vino) felt a magnetic pull to the energy of the commercial kitchen. After being thrown the tongs and apron when more hands were needed in the kitchen, he never looked back. After cutting his teeth in the UK and Melbourne, he has become one of the most important chefs of the modern era, setting the agenda for regional dining and what it truly means to cook with local produce. https://fino.net.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