Deep in the Weeds - A Food Podcast with Anthony Huckstep

The path to becoming a chef is different for everyone, but for Louis Couttoupes (Onzieme, Canberra) it came much later in life. After a decade in the public service, he handed in his resignation and went travelling and by luck or chance found a job in a kitchen in France. He quickly realised where he wanted his future to go. https://www.onzieme.com.au https://www.instagram.com/louiscouttoupes/?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

Wild Salmon is a truly unique and special fish. Regarded by chefs, environmentalists, gourmands and nutritionists alike as the best salmon to be found, it accounts for only 20% of the salmon consumed, the remainder being farmed. Each May to Septmber the wild salmon run on the West Coast of North America sees the fish migrate from the open ocean back up the rivers to the lakes of their birth to lay their eggs, completing the natural life cycle unique to wild salmon. The rivers throb and churn with the vast group of fish swimming upstream to spawn. Bristol Bay, is the Easternmost Arm of the Bering Sea and hosts the world’s largest commercial sockeye salmon fishery. The commercial fishing fleet is some 1,400 boats strong comprising some of the most passionate fishers in North America. Reba Temple comes from a family of fishermen. She is the captain of the F/V Cloud 9 and is going on her 14th year of fishing in Bristol Bay. https://bristolbaysockeye.org/reba-temple 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

Adam Wadewitz is without a doubt is one of the most talented and capable winemakers in Australia. Known for his razor-sharp palate and a career that; so far, has been stratospheric He role today is Chief winemaker and Joint CEO of Shaw + Smith. https://www.shawandsmith.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

Life-long friendships are made in the hospitality industry. Long hours, the reliance on teamwork and genuine commitment to the trade help foster the strongest connections. Many go into business with friends, but what’s it like taking a friendship into a business relationship? Massimo Bonvegna (La Madia Pizzeria) and his best friend Fabio opened their very first restaurant together in Clovelly NSW, bringing a taste of Italy to the seaside suburb. https://instagram.com/lamadiapizzeria?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= 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

We’ve talked about the leaps and bounds plant-based eating and offerings have come in recent years. But in the UK the plant-based movement is much more evolved than in Australia, with an array of restaurants at all levels focussing on meat-free menus. Mildred’s in the UK has been leading by example for over 30 years. Sam Anstey (Mildred’s Restaurant Group) joins us to give a picture of one of the most mature vegetarian markets on the planet, and a group leading the way. https://www.mildreds.co.uk 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

When the pandemic landed, it forced most in the food industry to re-think offering. With a handful of successful restaurants, the likes of Dear Saint Eloise, Love Tilly Devine and Ragazzi a young dynamic group began making fresh pasta to heat and serve at home. Cam Birt, a professional in the realms of artisan, bespoke food products saw an opportunity, not just as a stop gap, but to create a whole new brand and business, Fabbrica, and it has become one of the best quality retail heat and serve pasta offerings in the country. https://ciaofabbrica.com Follow The Producers on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/producerspodcast/ Host Anthony Huckstep https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Host Dani Valent https://www.instagram.com/danivalent Executive Producer Rob Locke https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

Growing up in the Swan Valley Caroline Taylor (Swan Valley food Ambassador) had the most incredible upbringing in regard to local food and produce. She never really had dreams of a career in food, but a unique set of circumstances led to her leading the team in a café in the house she grew up in. Now after a stellar career as a chef, she’s in a role that celebrates the produce, both farmed and native of the region she grew up in. https://www.creativefood.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

Belinda Hagan (McIvor Farm Foods) and her Husband Jason left their careers on the land to take the reins of a family farm. Although they are farming pigs the Hagan’s consider themselves soil farmers who run pigs across the property to help regenerate the land to create a closed loop system. They grow as much of the food as they can for the pigs, and in turn the pigs help to aerate and turn the soil. It’s an amazing model of biodiversity and healthy land management. https://www.mcivorfarmfoods.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

The small scale, artisanal fisherman is incredibly important to the supply of fresh, local, seasonal seafood. With a focus on seasonal species, they need to be adept at a range of fishing methods, demanding a range of skills. Through the training of Ocean Watch, a pro-fishing sustainability NGO, many artisanal fishers have become certified Master Fishermen - a recognition which ensures the highest standards of environmental best practice. Yamba based Troy Billin is one of the exciting next generation of Master Fishermen who are leading the artisanal fisherman charge. https://oceanwatchmasterfisherman.org.au/master-fishermen/troy-billin/ 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

Emily Zegar was born and raised in the Willamette Valley of Oregon, her journey in wine has taken her back and forth across the globe focusing on all aspects of sales and marketing. Today she heads up her role as 'Director of Sales for the West Division and Export’ for one of the pioneering families of Oregon wine, Sokol Blosser https://sokolblosser.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

After being told to move to Melbourne if he wanted to go anywhere with his cheffing career, a world of opportunity opened up for Andy Ashby (C’est Bon). It led to working with one of Australia’s best chefs Scott Pickett, fine dining on an island and finally and unexpectedly to his own restaurant where he has become a big part of the new wave of dining in Brisbane. https://cestbon.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

We’ve talked on many occasions about the boom in regional dining. About creating a voice in a region, and connecting with the growers to deliver their story on the plate. There are some that have made a tree-change to make these connections, and others that, over decades have been the beating culinary heart of a region and continue to share its story. Culinary legend Kim Currie (The Zin House, Lowe wines, The Pavilion and Althea by Zin) joins us for one of the most inspiring episodes of the podcast. https://lowefamilywineco.com.au/zinhouse/ 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

Third-generation farmer Catherine Velisha is the managing director of Velisha Farms, based in Werribee South on the outskirts of Melbourne. She’s also the founder of VegEducation, a training organisation that promotes the diverse opportunities in farm work, as well as extolling the virtues of veg to the broader community. The way she sees it, horticulture is nourishing in every way: a great business that’s good for the people who work in it and those who consume its products. In fact, according to Catherine, vegetables are going to save the planet. https://www.velishafarms.com Follow The Producers on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/producerspodcast/ Host Anthony Huckstep https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Host Dani Valent https://www.instagram.com/danivalent Executive Producer Rob Locke https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

After falling into the industry in Adelaide Tom Robinson (The Lane, SA) headed to Japan for what was meant to be a short-term TAFE exchange. He ended immersing himself for 2 years into Japans hospitality sector and it triggered a love for the craft of finer dining and put him on journey for a decade away from home to work with some of Australia’s best chefs. But home was calling, and an opportunity to return to his hometown, and become part of a dynamic venue drawing inspiration from local producers and allowing him to truly find his voice not only on the plate, but as a mentor for the next generation too. https://www.thelane.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

Australia has one of the most colourful culinary landscapes on the planet. Our fascination with the many cuisines of Asia is no surprise given our proximity, but Filipino food is one that has taken longer to take hold than others. However, there is a throng of young, enthusiastic professionals, lead by chef Ross Magnaye who are exploring the bounty of the 7000+ islands of the Philippines. https://www.instagram.com/serai.melbourne/?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

In Part 2 of Bering Sea King Crab Fisherman, Sean Dwyer, tells us how he fishes some of the roughest and most dangerous waters on the planet. Below freezing conditions, 100kmh ice laden winds, drifting ice-packs and 20 metre waves are just another day at the office. Hear his story of fishing, family and being a star of reality series “ Deadliest Catch” https://www.instagram.com/captseandwyer/?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

Andy Miller is the CEO and co-founder of Heaps Normal. He has a career that spans over 15 years working in a multitude of diverse industries. Today he joins us to tell us the story of how a designer, a brewer, a pro surfer and a ginger came to create one of the tastiest beverages known to man! https://heapsnormal.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

Born into a family with a long history and association with the food industry, Rohan Park (Old Young’s Kitchen) had a unique upbringing in regards to food. After trying his hand in mining and viticulture he fell into and in love with the craft in a commercial kitchen. After years immersing himself in the industry, he’s landed a dream role where he can put his own voice on the plate through the lens of local, native ingredients. https://www.instagram.com/oldyoungskitchen/?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

After living in New York and embracing the deli culture Joel Mevissen (Westmont Pickles) saw an opportunity for quality Australian pickled cucumbers. Over a couple of beers in the backyard with good mate and chef Calvin Lidden they began working with a local farm network to develop and foster a local market for pickling cucumbers. https://www.westmontpickles.com Follow The Producers on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/producerspodcast/ Host Anthony Huckstep https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Host Dani Valent https://www.instagram.com/danivalent Executive Producer Rob Locke https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

With a successful career as a marine biologist in Mexico, Daniella Guevara Munoz (La Popular Taqueria, SA) dreamt of a job on the Great Barrier Reef, Australia. When the opportunity arose for her and her husband Kor, also a Marine Biologist, they leapt at the chance. All the while a career change was bubbling away in the back of her mind, and when they moved to Adelaide Daneilla jumped at the chance to start an underground guerrilla dinner party celebrating the traditional food of Mexico. It led to bricks and mortar, and is now considered one of the best Mexican offerings downunder. https://www.lapopulartaqueria.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

Sean Dwyer began his career as a commercial crab fisherman whilst still a 13 year old school boy, at 23 he became the youngest Captain to command a boat fishing the incredibly dangerous and remote Bering Sea. Now, as a 30 year old he’s somewhat a veteran and star of TV series Deadliest Catch - hear part 1 of this truly incredible story now. https://www.instagram.com/captseandwyer/?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

Nadja Wallington was born into a family of wine, you could say its in her bloodline. Today she represents the next generation of talented young winemakers. Alongside her husband Steve, they run Chalou Wines in the region of Orange, New South Wales. https://www.chalouwines.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

After learning his craft at Michelin star restaurants in Paris and Madrid, Thomas Cauquil (Frenchies Bistro & Brewery) dreamed up a concept of a French bistro and craft Brewery with his best friend, and brewer Vincent De Soyres. The pair had plans to open the concept in France, but Vincent’s yearning to immerse himself in the booming craft beer scene in Australia saw the pair head downunder. Now, they have one of the most unique bistro and brewery offerings in Australia. https://frenchiesbistroandbrewery.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

After leaving his job as head chef of Cirrus just before the pandemic, Anthony Schifilliti (Six Penny) took the time to consider the sort of restaurant he wanted to open himself. With time on his hands he started experimenting with Koji-based fermentation which has led to his own brand Cura, and a dream role at one of the most influential restaurants of the modern era. https://www.instagram.com/tonyskiff/?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

Other than water, tea is the most popular beverage in the world. We drink our share of tea in Australia but we are far from a major grower. Given that, it’s a surprise to learn that Nerada Tea in Queensland grows enough tea to make 750 million cuppas every year. Managing director Tony Poyner fell into the industry but working at Nerada soon swept him up and he became happily steeped in tea culture. https://neradatea.com.au Follow The Producers on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/producerspodcast/ Host Anthony Huckstep https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Host Dani Valent https://www.instagram.com/danivalent Executive Producer Rob Locke https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

After a successful career as a civil litigation lawyer, and then working for the Victorian government for 10 years as a senior policy adviser on red tape reduction in small businesses like restaurants Julia Picone (Pentolina Fresh Pasta and bar) felt like a career change. Completely in love with Italian food, culture and way of life she acted on the urge to jump into the hospitality sector with an Italian restaurant, where she is now juggling the red tape from the other side of the fence. https://www.pentolina.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

Tuna are a prize fish. A top grade tuna, with bright red, nicely marbled meat, is worth thousands on the sashimi market. In Australia, tuna fishers have garnered a reputation of being the rockstars of the fishing community. It has long had a reputation of being a boom or bust fishery but there are several operators who, by applying contemporary business strategies have found themselves at the leading edge of this exciting industry. Pavo and Heidi Walker, of their eponymous Walker Seafoods Australia, own and operate one of the most dynamic and progressive fishing operations in Australia. From their home port of Mooloolaba in South East Queensland they fish the East Coast of Australia for premium quality fish that will ultimately be served in some of the best restaurants in Sydney, Tokyo and New York https://www.walkerseafoods.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

Simon Black is chief winemaker at Montalto Estate in the stunning Mornington Peninsula. He heads up an award-winning winemaking team at the 5 star winery and joins us today to talk about life at the edge of Victoria. https://montalto.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 on Lord Howe Island James Green (Manta, Molo Wine bar) had access to the most extraordinary seafood. After years of plying his trade he now finds himself running the ship of one of the country’s busiest seafood restaurants on Sydney Harbour. https://mantarestaurant.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

We’ve spoken a few times about families that have influenced the culinary landscape over generations. But few families have the incredible impact that the Toppi family have had. With more than 40 years in the industry and many more for her family with her mother Giovanna, Paola Toppi (Bar M and Toppi Bar and Restaurant) takes us through an epic journey of her family, the restaurants such as La Strad and Machiavelli, and where hospitality is headed after a devastating couple of years. https://bar-m.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

Having grown up on a farm, Tom Bjorksten (Misty Creek Agroforestry) witnessed the challenges of working the land and set his sites on a career in Sydney. But, after studying and landing a government job he had a yearning to be back on the land. Together with his wife Nicole, they headed to Northern New south Wales where they now run a Syntropic agroforestry farm. https://www.mistycreekagroforestry.com.au Follow The Producers on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/producerspodcast/ Host Anthony Huckstep https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Host Dani Valent https://www.instagram.com/danivalent Executive Producer Rob Locke https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

After receiving a call from two close friends to look at an empty restaurant site, AK Ramakrishna (XO, Ily) flew to Canberra to explore the opportunity. With a mission to plumb the depths of his parents pantry and shine a light on his heritage, he helped create a venue that not only sheds a new light on the staples of south east Asia but has become one of the most unique dining experiences downunder too. https://www.xo-restaurant.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

July 1 is opening day of the Spencer Gulf Blue Swimmer Crab Season 4th generation crab fisherman Jarrad Barnes tells us his story as he drops the first pots of the year! https://www.instagram.com/barnesseafood/?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

Ed Nolle brews sour beer at Dollar Bill Brewing in the Australian beer capital of Ballarat. In 1870, as Australia’s gold rush tailed off, Ballarat had more than 500 pubs - panning for gold is clearly extremely thirsty work! The gold is mostly gone but Ballarat is still a beer centre, with a culture of brewing nurtured by local Federation University which offers courses in malting and brewing. Ed and wife Fiona are the people behind Dollar Bill Brewing - it’s craft beer by name and it’s also crafted with love, care and passion. https://dollarbill.com.au Follow The Producers on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/producerspodcast/ Host Anthony Huckstep https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Host Dani Valent https://www.instagram.com/danivalent Executive Producer Rob Locke https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

Frankland Estate is a family affair. Located in the remote Great Southern of Western Australia, their little slice of grape growing heaven is called the Frankland River region. Here the self-sufficient, pioneering family have established themselves as ONE of Australia’s most exciting wine Estates. https://www.franklandestate.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

Last time we caught up with Jarrod Walsh he was taking Hartsyard into a new era with his partner Dorothy Lee after taking over the reins from Naomi Hart and Gregory Llewellyn. Now, the young couple are set for a new chapter again. https://hartsyard.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

With a solid foundation of French technique under his belt, Scott Lord (New Quarter) was given the chance to learn new techniques and ingredient pairings at a Japanese restaurant. Soon enough he found himself cooking all manner of Cuisines from south east Asia and realised the potential of mixing French technique with the lighter side of Vietnamese cuisine. https://www.instagram.com/scott__lord/?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

Although he’s had a few head chef gigs at very different influential restaurants Toby Stansfield (Old Fitz Hotel) was always limited on how he could express his own ethos on a plate. But when the chance to to take on the roll as head chef for one of the country’s most dynamic young hospitality groups emerged, he realized it came with a license to take the food in which ever direction he saw fit. https://www.instagram.com/tobystansfield/?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

After landing the job as pastry chef at Hartsyard, Andy Bowden (Saga, Andy Bowdy Pastry) was given a license to do whatever he wanted on the dessert menu. It triggered an exploration with soft serve ice cream and impossible cakes that soon saw him garnering as much attention as the restaurant. He ventured out on his own and eventually led to opening his first ever cafe where he’s striking a balance between creativity and consumer demand. https://www.sagaenmore.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

Longevity in the hospitality game is no mean feat. A career in the industry is one thing, but owning a venue for a decade or two, well that’s pretty rare. What does it take to not only run one of Australia’s best restaurants for two decades, but continually add more colour and nuance to the industry with new offerings too? As Icebergs undergoes a major renovation and nears 20 years in business, Maurice Terzini (Icebergs Dining Room and Bar) one of Australia’s best restaurateurs and entrepreneurs joins us to talk Icebergs and the new projects that have re-energised him. https://www.instagram.com/mauriceterzini/?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

Mike Brown is chief winemaker and managing director of Gemtree Wines in McLaren Vale, alongside his wonderful wife Melissa they are custodians of their land and farm biodynamically in harmony with nature and the unique environment in which they live. https://gemtreewines.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

Although she built an amazing career over two decades as an academic, Sue Barclay (Piccolo Deli) always had a love of food and a yearning to open her own café one day. Satisfied she had taken her career as far as she could, she took a leap of faith into the hospitality sector, buying a small café in her village. She got the keys two weeks before the pandemic locked everything down, making her first foray in the industry challenging, but full of opportunity too. https://www.instagram.com/piccolo_deli_mt_vic/?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

After leading the team at the Agrarian Kitchen restaurant, Ali Currey-Voumard (Public Wine Shop) went to Europe to learn more about her craft. Arriving home not long before the pandemic landed, finding regular work was hard in her home state of Tasmania. She took a chance and ventured to Melbourne where she’s now dishing up food in a small wine bar that’s become a hub of the community. https://www.instagram.com/publicwineshop/?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

After years of having a few lamb on the vineyard to eat the weeds amongst the vines on their property, Brent Old (Coole Acres Organic Lamb) realised an opportunity. He set about finding the right breed of lamb, and the means needed to farm organic Dorper lamb that now not only services the local food-loving community but has caught the attention of chefs and butchers in Sydney too. https://instagram.com/cooleacresorganiclamb?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y= Follow The Producers on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/producerspodcast/ Host Anthony Huckstep https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Host Dani Valent https://www.instagram.com/danivalent Executive Producer Rob Locke https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

After working on some of Australia’s best restaurants Patrick Agostinelli (Bar Milano) get ready to open his own venue and pay homage to the food and culture of the region of Italy that he grew up in. He settled on the beachside suburb of Maroubra where he and his wife and taken cues from local Australian ingredients and combined it with traditional dishes and hospitality to create one of the most lively venues in Sydney. https://barmilano.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

As a third-generation restaurateur, hospitality is in Heaven Leigh's (Bodhi Restaurant and Bar) blood. After taking on a huge site in one of Sydney’s most famous parks, Heaven set about creating the latest plant-based restaurant in Australia. Two decades on and the plant-based movement has gained massive traction, and thanks to continually innovating and evolving, Bodhi remains at the forefront. https://heavenleigh.com.au

Is there a fish that invokes as much National pride as the mighty Barramundi? Although it is a species that occupies a wide geographic range, from the Arabian Gulf to China and Taiwan, Papua New Guinea and all across Northern Australia, it is the Northern Territory that is the cultural, some might say spiritual home of this mighty fish. Bob Richards and Julie Tyson are the tireless pioneers of Barramundi farming in the Northern Territory, their Humpty Doo farm, located on the Adelaide River is testimony to their vision….. https://www.humptydoobarramundi.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

Nick Brown is a fourth generation vigneron at All Saints Estate, a true family owned and operated business. Nick joins me to tell me more about working in a tight knit family operation in one of the most important regions of Australian, The Rutherglen. https://www.allsaintswine.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

After falling into the industry to earn a bit of money, Megan Rhoades-Brown (Muse Kitchen) fell in love with the energy and connections made in the hospital game. After learning her craft she was part of the dynamic duo that brought Muse Dining to life in the Hunter Valley and raised the bar for regional dining. Now she’s owns and runs two very different versions of Muse Kitchen in regional NSW and continues to elevate and evolve the regional culinary offering downunder. https://www.musekitchen.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

It’s hard to fathom but it’s been almost 2 years since we last caught up with Sharon Salloum, who at the time was running award-winning Almond Bar and 3 Tomatoes Cafe with her sister. So much has changed for so many since 2020, including Sharon who has experienced some of the biggest changes in her life for the better. https://www.3tomatoescafe.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