Deep in the Weeds - A Food Podcast with Anthony Huckstep

Taking things to the nth degree, nose to tail and a more sustainable approach has become the mantra du jour, but for Simon Furley (The Paddock) implementing protocols and being creative in the kitchen to fulfil that ethos is one of the joys of the trade. https://beechmontestate.com.au Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckster...

Saint Helena is a remote volcanic island located in the South Atlantic Ocean, known for its rich history and unique fishing traditions.   The history of fishing on Saint Helena dates back centuries and has played a significant role in shaping the island's culture and economy. The island's fishing industry primarily centers around the harvesting of various species of fish, including a range of prem...

After cutting his teeth at the Michelin starred Fischer’s of Baslow Hall in Derbyshire, England in his teens, Chris Hagan (Locale, Noosa) scored an opportunity to stage in a series of restaurants in New Zealand. He was hooked on the produce and comradely in the kitchen and forged a career there until he sort to further his career in Australia. After working is some of the best regional restaurants...

Remon Van De Kerkhof is a name and face you should be familiar with, he has been making wine dreams come true for over two decades in Europe and Australia. Today he goes by the title of Head of Beverage at Sofitel Noosa Pacific Resort. https://noosabeachhouse.com.au Follow Over a Glass https://www.instagram.com/overtheglasspod  Host Shanteh Wale https://www.instagram.com/shantehwale/?hl=en Executi...

After cutting his teeth at one of Sydney’s iconic seaside establishments Calvin Katz (Ripples Chowder Bay) got hooked on the processes and techniques of cooking, from breaking down whole fish and animals to using everything to connecting with growers. After working in some of Melbourne and Sydney’s best restaurants he now finds himself over-looking the deep blue again at another iconic restaurant,...

Food was always a huge part of Bret Cameron’s (Noosa Beach House) life growing up in New Zealand, but it wasn’t until he stepped into the commercial kitchen in Australia that he realized a profound love of cooking. After 25 years he’s managed to combine his love of surfing and cooking by heading up the kitchens sitting on stunning coastlines, and now he finds himself in one of the most complex rol...

The Gospel is Australia's only dedicated rye whiskey distillery. It was the dream of founders Andrew Fitzgerald and Ben Bowles to bring the distinct Australian approach to a traditional American whiskey. https://www.thegospelwhiskey.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://...

After venturing downunder to learn her trade Ahana Dutt (Raja) found herself in the kitchens of some of Sydney’s best restaurants. After years of rising the kitchen ranks an opportunity arose to lead a team and explore the food of her family and heritage in a modern setting, which she describes as ‘unapologetically Indian’. https://www.raja.sydney Follow Deep In The Weeds on Instagram    https://w...

Deep in the southern forests of Western Australia Judith Bennett and her husband Richard (Belvedere Valley) are raising Wagyu on a rotational grazing system. Grass pastures are paired with their own meadow hay to give their cows a happy healthy life completely raised on grass, and delivering a truly unique eating experience. https://belvederevalley.com.au Follow The Producers on Instagram https://...

Growing up in a Chilean family Juan Hernandez (Loft Byron Bay) was always surrounded by great food and family. After struggling to find a clear career path, his parents suggested food and as soon as he started in a commercial kitchen he knew he’d found his calling. After cutting his teeth in Newcastle and Sydney he’s now become one of the leaders taking Byron Bay into a new era of hospitality. htt...

While growing up Josh Gregory (Thermidor Oyster Bar and Brasserie) was a fussy eater and was never really interested in food, but after landing work as a kitchen hand the door to a life in food opened in front of him. After cutting his teeth in some of Australia’s and London’s best restaurants he is now on the verge of opening his first restaurant, and the challenge is far greater than he anticipa...

Dave Verheul is an acclaimed chef that has broadened his reach into the world of artisan Vermouths. Saison Aperitifs are more than Seasonal aromatized wines. They are bright, lively drinks designed to be drunk accompanying a meal, or paired alongside the ebbs and flows of life. https://saisonaperitifs.com Follow Over a Glass https://www.instagram.com/overtheglasspod  Host Shanteh Wale https://www....

Born in Puglia, Southern Italy, Rosy Scatigna (Bar Morris) grew up enjoying the simple yet rich traditional cooking of her mother and grandma. She always loved cooking, and after finishing a law degree decided to follow her heart, and train to become a chef. After working in some of the best restaurants in Milan, London and Sydney she is now in her first head chef role where she is combining her s...

While growing up in England Nick Woolard (Jagga Daku, Perth) had relatives in Australia and always yearned to head downunder. When he arrived as an 18 year old, he immersed himself into the hospitality sector of Melbourne and started to rise the ranks. But soon the frenetic nature of the job lead to alcohol and substance abuse, and he saw only one way out - to get as far away from the city as poss...

Emelia Prendergast is known as the Queen of Conserves. Under her The Saucy Australian brand she produces and sells a vast range of 54 condiments from the familiar - tomato sauce, apple sauce - to the quirky - one is called Sweet Serendipity, another is a Crustacean dressing. No matter what, they all have Emelia’s mysterious secret ingredient. I wonder if she’ll tell us what it is... https://emelia...

Although he was born and raised in Brescia, a town in North Italy, Andrea Sonnante (Martinez) never really fostered a great connection with food. In fact, by his own account when he landed in Australia he couldn’t even boil an egg, but working on a farm and connecting with people from different cultures changed everything. Soon enough he found himself a job as a kitchen hand and fell for the hospo...

Jacqueline Doucette is the Head Sommelier of the three Michelin restaurant; Geranium, in Copenhagen. Originally from Massachusetts, her passion for food steered her towards a pathway of discovery… that has now journeyed into a love affair of wine. https://www.instagram.com/dackiejoucette/?hl=en Follow Over a Glass https://www.instagram.com/overtheglasspod  Host Shanteh Wale https://www.instagram.c...

Coming from a long line of chefs in the family John Howie (Sodexo) was destined for a career in hospitality. After finding his feet he found running large venues and feeding huge numbers of people quite a fulfilling challenge. After working all over the world in remote locations he now finds himself working in remote WA in a role few could master https://au.sodexo.com/home.html Follow Deep In The...

After a career traversing the globe as a photojournalist, Tim Wimborne and his family moved to regional NSW and his new food journey began, first with native mountain pepper, and now with an incredible pasta and flat bread offering under the banner of Braidwood Food Company. https://www.braidwoodfood.com Follow The Producers on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/producerspodcast/ Host Dani Valent...

The Eastern King Prawn Fishery based out of Mooloolaba in Queensland stands as a shining example of a small-scale, family-owned operation that values both the sustainable use of marine resources and the preservation of a cherished local tradition. Jacky and Allan Cartwright are one such fishing family, who have developed the Silver Sea Seafoods brand. https://www.silverseaseafoods.com Follow Fisht...

Although she had experience working in cafes in Australia Jessica Jenkins (Mr Watkins) had a revelation while working in Michelin star restaurants in England. Learning every aspect of the business, she was destined for a long career in the UK hospitality scene. But her journey was cut short when her father died after a long illness. Returning home with her husband, a hospitality lifer too, they bu...

After growing up on a dairy farm, Tiffany Jones (Tiffany Etc) experienced a unique connection to food. But it wasn't until she was at a crossroads that she chose cheffing as her career. It lead to gigs with some of the country’s best chefs, venues, behind the scenes on tv. and the most challenging adversity in her life when she finally landed her dream venue that couldn’t survive the whirlpool of...

Adam Walls stumbled into the world of wine and found the industry was just where he needed to be. He has since hit his stride as the Wine Buyer for Wine Selectors, tv personality and wine show judge. More importantly he’s an excellent human with a killer palate and personality you’ll never forget. https://www.wineselectors.com.au Follow Over a Glass https://www.instagram.com/overtheglasspod  Host...

While growing up in Glenn McCue’s (Old Young’s, WA) family would go on a yearly vacation to Greece where the sun, simple cooking and quality ingredients made a huge impact on his perceptions of good food. The experience spurred him to become a chef, and after rising the ranks of some of Dublin’s best restaurants, he headed to Western Australia where his food education took a dramatic turn. Now he’...

Jake Wolki and his wife Ann run Wolki farm and butchery in Albury in New South Wales.  They started the farm in 2019 on a hobby block that his dad used for conventional cattle. Things changed very quickly, thanks to YouTube rabbitholes and a deepening commitment to doing things differently. The Wolkis farm according to five principles: animal welfare, environmental backbone, healing food, communit...