The Luminaries on Deep in the Weeds - a food podcast
by A Deep in the Weeds Production · 21 episodes
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The Luminaries is a series on Deep in the Weeds sharing the insights and wisdom of those that have shaped our culinary landscape, and those leading us on a new path.
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35 min
Maggie Beer - For the love of food
Inspiration can come from any given moment. Influence can be acquired in many ways. But there are few that have had more influence on those in the industry, and home cooks, than Ma…
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38 min
Mark Best (Chef) - New opportunities
It's an understatement to say the last few years have caused an upheaval in our lives. From natural disasters to global pandemic, environmental and climate concerns, and political…
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49 min
The Luminaries: Louis Tikaram (Stanley Restaurant, Brisbane) - What have you got to lose?
Rolling the dice. Taking a chance. Nothing to lose.Some people have an amazing ability to maintain the mindset of “nothing to lose’, even though at times, they have everything to l…
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38 min
Karena Armstrong (Salopian Inn) -
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36 min
Guy Grossi (Grossi Restaurants) - Over the years
Over three generations the Grossi family have left an indelible mark not only on Melbourne’s culinary landscape, but that of Australia’s too. Inspired by the food of his family hom…
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34 min
Melissa Palinkas (Young George Bar, Ethos Deli) - Old is new again
Inspired by the nose-to-tail no waste ethos of her mother while growing up Melissa Palinkas (Young George Bar, Ethos Deli) embarked on implementing sustainable practises into her c…
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37 min
Sam Burns (Barrio Collective Coffee) - A new bean scene
While working in a café during university, Sam Burns (Barrio Collective Coffee) started on a journey that began first in dabbling in roasting coffee, then connecting with the beans…
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39 min
The Luminaries: Kane Pollard (Topiary, SA) - The right time
As he hangs up the apron on an incredible journey at Sôl Bar & Restaurant Kane Pollard (Topiary, SA), one of Australia’s best young chefs and restaurateurs, joins us on The Luminar…
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34 min
Ross McQuinn (Pilot, ACT) - First restaurant, lasting impact
Working in restaurants while studying at University began to alter the path Ross McQuinn (Pilot, ACT) thought his career was on. The energy, connections and opportunity to create y…
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31 min
Christine Manfield - Paramount to success
A career in hospitality can be a fulfilling adventure – traversing the globe, influencing, and enhancing lives and creating experiences they’ll remember forever. But it’s also a ha…
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42 min
Tristan Rosier (Arthur, Jane) - Know what not to do
After plying his trade in some of Sydney’s best restaurants Tristan Rosier (Arthur, Jane) he learnt valuable lessons of what to do, and what not to do. When the moment arrived to o…
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53 min
The Luminaries: Salvatore Malatesta (St Ali) - Double ristretto
After opening a café in a Melbourne University Salvatore Malatesta (St Ali, Melbourne) realised the need and opportunity to raise the bar in regards to café offerings and particula…
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32 min
Sharon Romeo (Fino Seppeltsfield, Fino Vino) - Look after people
Growing up in as a second-generation Italian-AustralianSharon Romeo (Fino Seppeltsfield, Fino Vino) had a strong connection to food at a young age, and believed her destiny was a c…
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53 min
David Mackintosh (Lee Ho Fook, Ides, Pope Joan, SPQR Pizzeria) - The foundation to flourish
Although his first experience as an owner of a restaurant (Movida) became one of the most successful restaurants in Melbourne’s culinary history, David Mackintosh (Lee Ho Fook, Ide…
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44 min
Bianca Welsh (Stillwater, Black Cow Bistro, Seven Rooms) - Breaking taboos, providing support
After taking a leap of faith and buying a restaurant at the age of 21 Bianca Welsh (Stillwater, Black Cow Bistro, Seven Rooms) has become one of the most awarded and respected youn…
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42 min
The Luminaries: Darren Robertson (Three Blue Ducks) - All your ducks in a row
After plying his trade in one of Britain’s best restaurants, Darren Robertson (Three Blue Ducks) headed down under and found himself as part of the brigade of one of Australia’s mo…
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43 min
The Luminaries: Sarah Baldwin (Joy, Brisbane) - Bundle of joy
As our culinary landscape has evolved, the proliferation of large restaurants became a real feature as operators turned to bums on seats to find profit. But with more staff, longer…
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39 min
Nick Hildebrandt (Bentley Group) - Don’t be afraid
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…
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37 min
The Luminaries: Jackie Middleton (Earl, Melbourne) - Elevating every day eating
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 foo…
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60 min
Josh Niland (St Peter, The Fish Butchery, and Charcoal Fish) - Think differently
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…