Deep in the Weeds - A Food Podcast with Anthony Huckstep

In 2006 Nick Hildebrandt and chef Brent Savage opened Bentley Restaurant + Bar in a former pub in Surry Hills and began the new wave of dining in Sydney. One where the shackles of fine dining were removed, but the food and wine lured you out of your comfort and into new, magical experience. It laid the foundation for what would become one of the most important restaurant groups in our culinary history – lead by a humble, adventurous chef in Savage and Hildebrandt, a once in a lifetime sommelier keen to open the gateway to the incredible wine experiences we now find commonplace. https://www.thebentley.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

The last time we caught up with David Mackintosh (IDES, Pope Joan, Lee Ho Fook, SPQR) he was in the throes of one of Melbourne’s lockdowns and looking to technology to help shape the new world of hospitality beyond covid, but a lot has changed since then and as he prepares to re-open he’s shares his thoughts about the new era of hospitality to emerge. https://www.instagram.com/davemackmelb/?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 growing up in a family with a rich history in the hospitality sector fourth generation chef and restaurateur Mario Percuoco felt it would be a dishonour to his family to not carry on the name and influence. Even though he felt he was in the shadow of his father Armando Percuoco he rose the ranks to win many accolades in Sydney before moving back to Italy to make a name for himself. But with family back in Australia he soon got homesick as is now on the verge of opening his newest restaurant on Sydney’s iconic Woolloomoolo Wharf, he believes is a once in a lifetime opportunity. https://www.instagram.com/mario_percuoco_chef/?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 completing her apprenticeship at a modern European restaurant in Hobart Bianca Johnston (Igni, Geelong) scored a gig at renowned gastro pub Tom McHugos which quickly began to shape how she cooked and her approach to food. Under the guidance of Tom Westcott, she gained skills in whole animal butchery, charcuterie, fermentation and cheesemaking and after garnering firsthand experience on Fat Carrot Farm, she realised and formed a new connection with quality produce and how to let it shine on the plate. https://www.instagram.com/biancajohnston_/?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

Ben Blackmore is a sixth generation farmer and the custodian of Blackmore Wagyu, launched by his father David more than 30 years ago. Their wagyu is one of the most respected and adored meat products in the world, a testament to genetics, breeding, feed, animal care and an unending commitment to quality. But what's it like to run a family farm in an arena that's stocked with corporates and in a world that's facing climate change? https://blackmorewagyu.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

Last time we caught up with Shanteh Wale (Quay), she was leading the huge team of sommeliers out of a lockdown and back to normal operations, then the Sydney lockdown forced Quay to close yet again. As she and her team prepare to swing the doors, she joins us to talk about what has changed. https://www.instagram.com/shantehwale/?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 moving to Australia in the 1970s, Peter Kuruvita (Alba, Noosa) ended up accidentally enrolling in ‘Home Science’ at school and soon discovered he was a natural. Not enjoying school, at 15 Peter begged his father to leave in Year 10 and start working, so his dad drove him to his local suburban restaurant and told him “you like cooking, go in that restaurant there and ask for a job then”. It sparked an incredible career working with some of Australia’s best restaurateurs, and opening restaurants of his own of influence to become one of the most important chefs of the modern era. https://albanoosa.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

Arriving in Australia at the age of 16 Ashik Ahmed (Deputy) was the first in his family to land a job down under, at Hungry Jacks. He completed university before developing technology that changed the operations within the aviation sector, and with lessons learnt and the invaluable first-hand experience of the challenges for shift workers and managers too, he turned his attention to the hospitality sector where he has changed the lives of both operator and workers alike. https://www.deputy.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 learning the craft of soft charcuterie such as terrines, rillettes and pates in kitchens in England and Australia Robbie Bell (City Larder) hung up his cheffing apron and began a career as a charcutier. Together with his wife, he’s created one of Australia’s most successful brands by utilising chefs in the production kitchen and creating connections across the country. https://city-larder.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

Last time we caught up with Kent Nhan (XO, Ily), he’d consolidated on the changes made during lockdown and created a sharper, more profitable dining experience, then after 1 year without a single case, lockdown Canberra went into a two-month lockdown, but everything is about to open again, and he's wondering if things will return to normal again. 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

How a chef thinks about seafood on the plate is as important as how a fisherman thinks about a fish on a hook. The insights from an intimate knowledge of the “last 9 feet” gives some fishmongers a unique advantage in helping curate seafood use and enjoyment. Martin Bosley is one such chef turned fishmonger, who’s influence on the seafood eating habits of New Zealand restaurant patrons is unmatched……… https://www.yellowbkroad.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

Last time we caught up with Ross Lusted, he’d opened his dream restaurant Woodcut, and was revelling in the hum of a busy restaurant. But then a four-month lockdown changed everything, as he prepares to open up again, he joins us and shares his concerns for staff and the future of the industry. https://www.crownsydney.com.au/indulge/woodcut 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

While carving out a career in fine dining restaurants Jackie Middleton (Earl) and her partner Simon O’Regan, they dreamed of creating their own venue, a place where the quality food and service was paramount, but accessible to all. A place people could go to daily, perhaps even three times a day, and experience a new sense of elevated every day eats. Earl was born, and after 11 years and multiple stores, it has not only become a Melbourne institution, but it changed the expectation of casual eating for one of the world’s leading food capitals. https://www.earlcanteen.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

Last time we caught up with Jane Strode (Dean and Nancy on 22) she was about to open a new restaurant. Well she did that, and just 5 weeks later Sydney went into a four-month lockdown in Sydney. Now, she’s assembled her team and getting ready to open again with renewed energy. https://www.instagram.com/favouritenumbersix/?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

With a finer dining restaurant in regional NSW Renee Wallace (Birch Restaurant, Moss Vale) took the bull by the horns when lockdown landed and diversified the offering to open a retail store, bespoke food in a box and started planning collaborative events around the regions. The move proved incredibly successful and now on the precipice of reopening they’re looking forward with this new model, rather than trying to go back to the way it was, and it’s delivered a sense of freedom, without limitation and a chance to do things they may not have ever considered in pre-covid times. https://birchrestaurant.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

Last time we caught up with Neil Perry (Margaret) he was about to open his first solo restaurant, Margaret, but the Sydney lockdown landed the day he was meant to open. Some four months later, and he’s finally about to open the doors for the first time and welcome guests in. https://www.margaretdoublebay.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

Last time we caught up with Julian Nikiel (Slowhand), he was the head chef of one of Sydney’s largest pubs, but has since left to open a small, local café. After four months of lockdown, he’s about to welcome guests back in and he can’t wait to get this rolling again. https://www.instagram.com/slowhand_mascot/?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

With plans to find a base in Italy and start a winery, James Hird (Icebergs Dining Room & Bar) had to re-think his future when the pandemic landed. But time to reflect has made him realise that more than ever he wants to remain connected to the rich tapestry of cuisine and friends in the Sydney hospitality industry, even when he manages to live the dream in Italy. https://www.instagram.com/reschs/?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

Doug Brooke is owner and brewer at East Bendigo Brewing Company, an independent beer manufacturer in central Victoria. Some producers look for broad distribution networks and national - even international - acclaim and success. Doug prefers to think local: if you live here, or if you visit, he wants you to encounter and enjoy a beer that expresses and honours the region. https://www.ebbrewing.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 PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

Growing up in the regional Victoria town of Warrnambool, Jake Nicolson (Ghanem Group) had no idea of the level of skill, comradery and influence the world of cheffing could possibly have. But after beginning his apprenticeship with one of Australia’s most influential operators, Alla Wolftasker, he began a journey that has led him to run some of Brisbane’s best restaurants. https://www.instagram.com/jake_nicolson/?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

Way out in the Southern Pacific Ocean, 800km from civilization could definitely be claimed as THE EDGE OF THE EARTH – it is also “the office” for fishmonger Delwyn Tuanui – hear his remarkable fish tale ….. https://chathamislandfood.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

Inspired by his mother’s dedication, support and love through food to help him overcome childhood cancer, Josh Niland (St Peter, The Fish Butchery, and Charcoal Fish) realised the positive power of real food and the fleetingness of life at a young age. A determination to break boundaries and walk through walls began to emerge and he soon discovered the hospitality sector could be an ideal platform to harness his natural desire to question things and make them better. After plying his trade under the wing of some of Australia’s best chefs he has now made his mark on Australia’s culinary landscape - and the world is listening. A once in a generation chef who has not only changed the conversation on seafood, but turned it’s many myths on it’s head too. https://www.instagram.com/mrniland/?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 spending time in Norway working on implementing zero waste in a 3 Michelin star Maaemo, the pandemic landed and left Emily Jones (Republic of Fremantle) stranded and stuck in lockdown in a studio apartment. After a few weeks she managed to secure a flight home to Perth, and has landed on her feet using the finest local produce on offer reflecting a ‘from scratch ethos’ at a boutique distillery. https://www.instagram.com/_chef_jones/ 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 farmer Angela Argyle (Argyle Australian Saffron), location was vital for the success of their foray into saffron. The regional New South Wales town Orange is perfect for Saffron, which demands four distinct seasons to thrive. In just five years Angela and Brendan are not only producing some of the best saffron in the world, but are living proof that belief, grit and determination fosters the most fruitful outcomes. https://www.argyleaustraliansaffron.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 PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

The youngest of a big family of boys, Joel Best (Besuto, Sydney) found safety and solace in the kitchen by his mothers side and it led him to seek a career in the professional kitchen. But from the outset he was thrown into a world of drug taking and excess alcohol consumption. He’d even trained himself to work under the influence without anyone knowing. But the cyclone of high energy kitchen life and intoxication started taking its toll and soon enough he found himself in rehab, not once, but twice and the moment woke him enough to seek help, face his demons and go clean. After a year of clarity he’s about to embark on a new culinary journey that may never have happened if he was still on that damaging path. https://besutosydney.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

A yearning to have a deeper connection to food can open the most unexpected doors and lead you down a path you hadn’t even considered. As Marcus Papadopoulo (Whole Beast Butchery) completed a university degree he felt something wasn’t quite right, and when looking to do something more fulfilling he landed a job with Vic’s Meats and the skills and knowledge he garnered gave him the confidence to embark on his own journey and open a butchery focussed on Whole carcasses and aging meats. https://www.instagram.com/wholebeastbutchery/?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

Lance Forman is to smoked salmon what Remi Krug is to Champagne – from a long dynasty of fish smokers in London’s East End, Lance continues the artisan tradition at the world’s most famous salmon smokehouse, H. Forman & Sons. https://www.formans.co.uk/home https://www.formanandfield.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 PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

After earning his stripes in some of the world’s best restaurants such as The Fat Duck, Per Se and Marque, Joachim Borenius (Mjolner), got the chance of a life time to lead a team in a restaurant that encapsulated his Swedish heritage to the core. Inspired by Thor mythology and the idea of Viking feasts he embarked on a journey to explore the fruits of the season and celebrate the unique techniques and philosophies of Scandonavian cuisine with the abundance of Australian ingredients. https://mjolner.com.au/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

While growing up in the regional NSW town of Cooma, Maddison Howes (Saga) took a part time job in a local café. Although destined for university and a career in another field the connections and camaraderie in hospitality. After she moved to Sydney and completing her degree, she realised the energy of the industry was calling her, and after managing one of the Sydney’s best new wave restaurants she opened her own café with her husband, and pastry whiz Andy Bowdy to build one of Sydney’s most popular venues. https://www.instagram.com/maddsagram/?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

For Kim Kiss and her husband Bryan, Grassland Poultry is more than just producing chicken meat. For over 30 years they’ve practised regenerative farming, and in recent years they’ve added their prized Australian Heritage Breed Sommerlad Chickens to the mix – ethically grown, and free to roam – just as nature intended. https://grasslandpoultry.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 PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

Although carving out an incredible career in the hospitality sector, Joel Bennetts (The Fish Shop) has fallen to drug and alcohol addiction at a young age and he’d even learnt how to work under the influence. Realising he barely knew who he was anymore and with his life was spinning out of control, he reached out to friends and began the brave, difficult path of becoming sober. Although it continues to be a challenging road, it’s given him clarity, purpose and a sense of being that he’s never experienced before. https://www.instagram.com/joelbennetts/?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

Since 1999, Ann-Marie Monda and Carla Meurs have been nurturing, creating and crafting at Sutton Grange Farm on Dja Dja Wurrung Country near Castlemaine in Victoria. The goats they milk to make their revered farmhouse cheese are central to the rhythm of their days. https://www.holygoatcheese.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 PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

Some chefs recognise that the link to great produce and quality butchering enables them to create the very best eating experiences. For Scott Pickett (Scott Pickett Group) the chance to create his own butchery to supply his restaurants was too much to resist was too much to resist as his restaurant group grew. https://www.scottpickettgroup.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 PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

For Luke Buchholz, turning his passion into a profession didn’t come with generations of experience in commercial fishing but from a desire to bring the best quality fish to the best kitchens including Josh Niland….. https://www.instagram.com/nauticalwholesaleseafood/?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 PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

After more than a decade running the kitchens of Gordon Ramsay restaurants from London to New York and Melbourne, Josh Emett (Onslow, the Oyster Inn) returned home to New Zealand to co-host New Zealand’s Masterchef and cement himself as one of the most influential chefs and restaurateurs. Although the pandemic continues to be challenging with lockdowns, his optimistic nature has seen him taking on a thriving existing restaurant, and for the first time ever build his own restaurant from the ground up to give New Zealanders a true taste of the food he loves to cook. https://www.instagram.com/joshemett/?hl=en

With a job in the events industry Litsa Ward (Lunch Bar, Woy Woy) lost her job when the pandemic landed. With insight into the food industry early on in her career and a life-long yearning to open her own café paying heritage to her Greek heritage, she had nothing to lose and found a site on the NSW Central Coast. Although she’s only known trade through the pandemic, she has quickly become a hub of the community. https://www.instagram.com/lunchbarbakehouse/?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 PODCASTS Dirty Linen with Dani Valent https://linktr.ee/DirtyLinenPodcast Follow Fishtales, a Seafood Podcast on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fishtalesseafoodpodcast/ The Crackling with Anthony Huckstep https://linktr.ee/thecrackling

If one thing defines Jonas Widjaja (Fair Game Wild Venison), it's a passionate dislike for waste. After discovering he was unable to donate excess meat after a hunting trip, he realized he could make a difference. With wild deer being culled and left in the field to go to waste in Northern New South Wales, he embarked on a journey to bring wild venison to the plates of diners down under. https://www.fairgame.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

Although his restaurants have been impacted by lockdown after lockdown in Melbourne, Joseph Vargetto (Mister Bianco and Massi, Melbourne) believes the greater sense of community and life-long connections has kept him optimistic about a new dawn for hospitality when Melbourne’s dining scene begins to open again. https://misterbianco.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 PODCASTS Dirty Linen with Dani Valent https://linktr.ee/DirtyLinenPodcast Follow Fishtales, a Seafood Podcast on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fishtalesseafoodpodcast/ The Crackling with Anthony Huckstep https://linktr.ee/thecrackling

Fishermen are opportunistic hunters by nature, aware and respectful of their surrounds and their prey. Ryan Nienaber operates in one of the most unique places in the world. 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 PODCASTS Deep In The Weeds with Anthony Huckstep https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeeds Dirty Linen with Dani Valent https://linktr.ee/DirtyLinenPodcast The Crackling with Anthony Huckstep https://linktr.ee/thecrackling

The melting pot of different cuisines, cooking techniques and cultural backgrounds has given Australia’s culinary landscape a unique, yet rich tapestry. For Victor Liong (Lee Ho Fook), the world of fine dining gave him a different lens to look at the food of his Malaysian and Chinese heritage, and its helped him create one of Australia’s best restaurants. https://www.instagram.com/smokeystevenson/?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

Vinny Milburn's family have been in the fish business for more than 100 years. His great-great-grandfather became a fisherman when he immigrated from Ireland to Massachusetts in the USA in the 1840s, and Vinny worked for the multi-generational wholesale fish company in America's seafood hub for most of his life before opening the iconic Greenpoint Fish and Lobster in Brooklyn, New York. 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 PODCASTS Deep In The Weeds on Instagram https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeeds Dirty Linen with Dani Valent https://linktr.ee/DirtyLinenPodcast The Crackling with Anthony Huckstep https://linktr.ee/thecrackling

After growing up in Auckland, and carving out a career in big cities Sarah Swan (100 Mile Table, Bay Grocer) had yearned for a tree change but had never truly known a life outside of the hustle and bustle of inner city life. But as she stepped away from a career on the pans, the potential to move to Byron Bay grew stronger until she finally bit the bullet. Keen to earn a crust and become part of the community she started catering events and soon i=enough it turned into bricks and mortar as her connections to producers of the region and food-loving consumers grew. Now with a café and a boutique grocer she’s been one of the key figures in the evolution of the region's food scene. https://www.baygrocer.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 PODCASTS Dirty Linen with Dani Valent https://linktr.ee/DirtyLinenPodcast Fishtales, a Seafood Podcast with John Susman https://linktr.ee/FishtalesPodcast The Crackling with Anthony Huckstep https://linktr.ee/thecrackling

Dream on hold After building a career in the front of house of some of Sydney’s most influential restaurants, Eric Morris (Bistro Clementine, Sydney) knew it was time to open his own establishment. After finding a hole in the wall and creating an energetic café, the space next door became available and he grabbed it and began to build his dream restaurant. Opening the same year as the bushfires, followed closely by the pandemic, he has not known peace or profit since opening, but through will, sacrifice and dedication is clinging on until he can welcome back his regulars to dine again. https://bistroclementine.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 PODCASTS Dirty Linen with Dani Valent https://linktr.ee/DirtyLinenPodcast Follow Fishtales, a Seafood Podcast on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fishtalesseafoodpodcast/ The Crackling with Anthony Huckstep https://linktr.ee/thecrackling

After a career private cheffing for Kate Moss and Margaret Thatcher, Aaron Teece (Valley Estate) retuned to Australia and began one of the most forward-thinking events company Studio Neon, with food centred around the producer and foraging. But as Covid hit, the events industry was crippled, and after 8 years Aaron was forced to end his dream business and relocate to Queensland for new opportunities, where he is now flourishing. https://www.instagram.com/aaron_teece_/ 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 PODCASTS Dirty Linen with Dani Valent https://linktr.ee/DirtyLinenPodcast Follow Fishtales, a Seafood Podcast on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/fishtalesseafoodpodcast/ The Crackling with Anthony Huckstep https://linktr.ee/thecrackling

Growing up in a family with incredible influence in the hospitality sector over generations, Carlo Grossi (Grossi Family) realised very young that the art of hospitality ran through his veins. Although the pandemic has hit the family hard across all of their venues, Carlo believes the connections forged with guests over generations and the greater sense of community in Melbourne will see a beautiful new dawn for hospitality when restaurants get the chance to open up again. http://www.grossi.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 PODCASTS Dirty Linen with Dani Valent https://linktr.ee/DirtyLinenPodcast The Crackling with Anthony Huckstep https://linktr.ee/thecrackling

Having a greater connection with the land, the environment and our impact on it has always been a driving force behind the culinary career of Jo Barrett. But education, learning and sharing knowledge have been part of the foundation to let her explore what’s possible. With more time on her hands thanks to the pandemic, Jo Barrett (Future Food Systems) delved into the world of publishing to create bespoke food title to empower cooks to try new methods and techniques, and her salami issue is selling like hotcakes. https://www.instagram.com/jobarrett/?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

The Sydney Rock Oyster is a special and rare shellfish. There are oyster farmers and then there is Gary Rodely, oyster innovator, oyster lover, oyster whisperer https://www.tathraoysters.com.au

After winding down one of her restaurants in LA, Bonnie Shearston’s (Happy Fat Group, Brisbane) visa ran out just as the pandemic landed. With no way of getting to Australia, she headed to the United Kingdom where a heavy lockdown meant a long wait to get home. With her Australian restaurants headed into lockdown in Brisbane, Bonnie was left reeling with no way of helping her business partner through the uncertainty, and without knowing when she could come home she was running out of options until a close friend found her some work to bid her time until the day she can secure a flight and step foot in her restaurants again. https://happyfat.com.au

After becoming a father in 2019 Joey Ingram (Margan) and his partner decided it was time to make a tree change and settle down in the country. After spending every available weekend on their family’s property in the Hunter region, he pursued an opportunity with Lisa and Andrew Margan and they welcomed him with open arms. But as bushfires ravaged the region he wondered what he’d done putting his family in danger, but the storms came and instead he found it may have been a stroke of genius now he had his family and job safely tucked away in regional NSW when the pandemic hit. https://www.instagram.com/joseph_w_ingram/?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 PODCASTS Dirty Linen with Dani Valent https://linktr.ee/DirtyLinenPodcast The Crackling with Anthony Huckstep https://linktr.ee/thecrackling

After forging her career in Michelin starred restaurants in the United Kingdom, Lizzie Fiducia (MessySpoon) joined the Jamie Oliver Group and helped launch restaurants and train brigades all over Australia. But she couldn’t ignore the negative impact the lifestyle had on her own mental and physical wellbeing. Realising the poor diets and eating habits of many in the industry she set about creating a food production business with a focus on wholesome, nutritious and natural food that's delicious too. https://www.messyspoon.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 PODCASTS Dirty Linen with Dani Valent https://linktr.ee/DirtyLinenPodcast The Crackling with Anthony Huckstep https://linktr.ee/thecrackling