Savage Appetites

SEASON FINALÉ | This is the one you’ve all been waiting for. Serving up the most authentic, unfiltered interview yet, the guys are treated to a sit down conversation with the UAE’s more notorious pitmaster, Chef Big T.  He leaves nothing left on the table as we dive into his upbringing, the huge success of BIG T BBQ and all the trials and tribulations in between. Viewer discretion is advised...

In today’s ep the boys go on a culinary journey around the world, stopping off to treat themselves to all the best dishes possibly known to man! Alex jets off east to Japan to find his best bowl of Ramen whilst Taran basks in the Amalfi Coast sunshine, chowing down on the best quality steaks on Earth. Places we spoke about: Meeting Room x Iranish La Niña Lila Molina Sagra Qasr Marib Mythos - City...

Join Taran and Alex as they explore the rich tapestry of Dubai's culinary scene in this exciting episode. Introducing our new segment, "Double Up, Double Up," where the duo selects their favourite dishes ranging from 1 AED to over 100 AED, highlighting the diverse and delectable offerings the city has to offer. In addition, we delve into the dynamic world of food halls. Discover what's new and not...

Join us as we dive into a deliciously doughy adventure with Scotty Grayston, the Yorkshire man on a quest for pastry perfection. Known as PIEMAN DXB, Scotty’s love for pies is as deep as the gravy baths he’s rumored to take on weekends. We’ll kick things off with 10 rapid-fire questions to get to know our keen golfer and pie enthusiast. Then, we’ll explore the best pies in Dubai and settle the deb...

In today’s Part 2 of the boys’ adventure to Etisalat Beach Canteen they get the unique opportunity to speak to a variety of the vendors and organisers. Tune in for a taste of their foodie tales—from top-notch triumphs to the occasional flops—and snag their hot takes on the festival’s tastiest treats!  Guests on the show: Sylvain - Maim (@wearemiam) Tim Newton - The Mad Greeks (@themadgreeksdu...

Today the guys’ are out of the studio for a special edition of this week’s episode. In part one of a double header the lads talk all things Beach Canteen, find out all there is to know about the foodie fest with their personal recommendations.  Watch the episode on YouTube -  https://youtu.be/JYe-INuHwU4 Follow us on Instagram & TikTok @Savage. Appetites Hosted on Acast. See acast.co...

It’s been a while guys, but they’re back! This time, the boys dish out an extra-large serving of all the top spots they’ve explored recently. Next up, they dive into ‘The News’—and for those out of the loop, the Dubai Food Festival is in full swing! Catch them at the flagship event, the Etisalat& Beach Canteen where the lads will be recording two exciting episodes. Then, brace yourselves for t...

This week, the boys dive deep– deep into the world of the delicious and humble shawarma. Who really invented the Shawarma? What makes a good shawarma? Are you more meat or chicken? All the important life shawarma themed questions are answered on today's episode. Also to wrap up, we have some exciting news. Alex has his chef hat on as he prepares to participates in The Shawarma Showdown Event comin...

This week’s episode marks the return of the guys’ favourite segment, ‘The Drool Wall’. Expect some contentious decisions, delightful treats AND the first ever entry into the highest level - GOD TIER. They round off the ep with the controversial decisions taken by the States to aid in banning TikTok - what does that mean for creators all over the world? Is TikTok coming to the end? The guys discuss...

This week the guys take a look at the ever-evolving landscape of Dubai's culinary scene, starting with a catch-up on the latest mouthwatering additions to Time Out Market Dubai.  Moving onto Dubai's global culinary ambitions, they discuss the expansive reach of local brands like GAIA, Pickl, and WOK BOYZ as they set their sights on international shores, with outposts from Miami to London and...

The guys’ first-ever guest episode is finally here! Meet Reza Namazi (@ravenousxerxes) a no-nonsense foodie who over the years has amassed a great reputation for his culinary journalism across Dubai. Reza’s deep roots in Iranian cuisine has easily positioned him to be a guiding voice on where to get the best kebabs in the city amongst other tasty dishes. Taking no freebies you can always rely on a...

This week, the guys took a keen look at the newly unveiled What’s On Dubai Awards 2024. No shock here, perhaps a touch of controversy as we confront the question: Do we truly agree with all the finalists, or have some hidden gems been unjustly overlooked? We switch gears to the latest buzz on Netflix—'Somebody Feed Phil' has returned, and this season features a heartful episode dedicated to Dubai....

On this week’s episode, the guys take a playful pause to explore Alex's newfound affection for sheep brain and Taran’s passionate love affair with charcoal-grilled chicken. Also up for discussion in today’s ep is the hot-off-the-press release of ‘The World’s Best 50 Restaurants MENA edition’. Is it even possible to crown the top spot amid such a vast smorgasbord of choices? They'll comb through th...

Today, the guys are serving up their take on some of the quirkiest and most tastiest food trends they've stumbled across. Taz has discovered a chip shop to fix his cravings, while Alex is all set to fill you in on the best foodie happenings from Quoz Arts Fest 2024. The boys wrap up by by dishing out their wild guesses for 2024's hottest food trends, tossing in a few curveballs and quirky thoughts...

In this week’s action-packed episode, the boys discuss what it takes to become a successful food influencer. Alex breaks down his top tips on how to get started, reach your audience and get paid for doing so. Plus… LET’S GET READY TO RUMBLE! Alex takes on the mighty ChatGPT to see who can produce the best food review in a 3 round bout. Does Taran have to throw the towel in? Is there a knockout? Yo...

In this week's episode, the guys get together to chat about the latest buzz in the Dubai food world – and guess what? There might be a new burger spot opening up! Is it going to live up to the hype? They're also taking on a tough delivery challenge: can they plan their ultimate day of food deliveries with just 100AED? And, stay for the end as we've got the ultimate roundup of the top restaurants o...

The boys dive deep into whether Dubai can be recognised as a global food hub. Do fine dining restaurants remain supreme or are we starting to see a shift in the public's hunger for something more authentic. We also get the first introduction to the DROOL WALL! The definitive list of all the tasty dishes to be had across the city. Watch the episode on YouTube -  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v...

Taran and Alex (JustFoodDXB) kick off their podcast journey with a raw conversation on the food culture in Dubai that leads them to some unexpected twists. Join them as they dive into a lively quiz to get up close and personal with our hosts. Alex opens up about his path to becoming a food influencer, including a close call with a lawsuit... Meanwhile, Taran shares his passion for kebabs among oth...

Dive into the delicious and daring world of Dubai's food scene with "Savage Appetites," the podcast where your hosts Taran and Alex serve up a no-holds-barred exploration of all things edible. From the streets to the elite, they're dishing out unfiltered insights and uncensored stories that will tantalise your taste buds. Whether you're a devout foodie or just someone who loves a good mealtime cha...