Local Territory Flavour

How does someone go from leaving a Northern Territory Government job at 50 years of age to producing internationally award-winning spirits? In this episode of Local Territory Flavour , Monica and Briant sit down with Dave Willing, founder of Willing Distillery, to hear the story behind Darwin's pioneering craft distillery. We chat about the challenges of establishing a distillery in the Top En...

In this episode, Monica chats with dietitian Rebekah Clancy about food security in the Northern Territory—why it matters, why remote communities are especially vulnerable, and what’s being done to strengthen local food systems. From barge deliveries to cyclone disruptions, we unpack what food access really looks like in the Top End.

In this episode, I speak with Julie, the force behind Pincha Salt , to explore her incredible journey from a cooking mishap to building a thriving gourmet salt and spice business. Based in Katherine, NT, Julie shares how she turned her love for flavours and community into an innovative enterprise. We discuss her challenges, from overcoming imposter syndrome to sourcing high-quality, additive-free...

Some of the best local meat in the Northern Territory is raised just an hour and a half south of Darwin, near Litchfield National Park. Eva Valley Meats offers a unique paddock-to-plate experience that goes beyond cattle raising. Owners Fiona and Pete have built one of Australia’s first vertically integrated meat businesses, with an on-farm abattoir that lets them manage every step, from pasture t...

Tropiculture is a 20-acre oasis of tropical plants, vegetables, and unique fruits, run by the passionate and ever-knowledgeable Chris Nathaniel . From its inception just after Cyclone Tracy to its current role as a key player in horticulture and tropical fruit development, Tropiculture has grown into a local gem. The farm’s combination of research, innovation, and dedication to sustainability has...

In this episode of Territory Flavour, excited to introduce Tisha, whose remarkable journey from a lawyer to a botanist reflects a deep connection to nature, food, and community. Tisha's story begins with her family's relocation to Darwin in the late 90s, fleeing political violence in Indonesia. Settling initially on a mango farm in Coolalinga, Tisha's family built their new life with t...

Join hosts Monica and Briant in this episode of Local Territory Flavour as they chat with Brad (B'Rad), the talented pit master and owner of B'Rad BBQ. Discover how Brad transitioned from a 30-year career as a steelworker to mastering the art of American barbecue. Hear about the humble beginnings of B-Rad BBQ, the craft of building custom pits, and the dedication to using local produce. Br...

In this podcast, we chat with Michelle and Abi, the mother-daughter duo behind Dishin’ Up Darwin. We delve into their journey into food photography, discuss memorable projects, share tips for food styling and photography, and find out what they are currently enjoying eating. Find them on socials: Facebook Instagram TikTok

Ben from Kakadu Kitchen visited The Last Supper today to check out the space for our upcoming collaboration with Top End Pride. We will be creating a special menu featuring native ingredients foraged from Kakadu by Ben and his family. He also brought some of his Socially Conscious (Non-alcoholic) cocktails for us to try. During this short visit, Ben shared the exciting news that he, in conjunction...

In this episode, we sit down with Ryan, the passionate mind behind Darwin Brewing Supplies and Darwin Brewing Co. Join us as we delve into Ryan's journey into the world of brewing, learn about his head brewer, and explore some of the exceptional brews offered by Darwin Brewing Co, including the XPA we had the pleasure of trying during the show. Tune in as Ryan shares his insights, experiences,...

Welcome to Local Territory Flavour, a podcast about the food and beverage scene in the Northern Territory, Australia.