Relish with Kate Stevenson

This week on Relish, Bodie Howell talks Gospel Whisky, their new Legacy release, and how you can make the most of "Rye July". Also, the Espy isn't finished with it's big changes, because at the back of the pub Italian-American diner "Louey's" has arrived, Kate chats to exec chef Tony Moss about what’s on the menu.   And in Eat Drink Do Melbourne, how you can get a quarter of your bill back at rest...

On the Relish podcast, one of the eastern suburb’s most loved European emporiums has opened a brand new wine bar, Anthony D’anna talks about his new baby, Enoteca Boccacio. Also, a couple of blokes with a great track record of running quality pubs have just taken over the classic Healesville Hotel, co-owner Scott Connolly shares what’s in store.   And in Eat Drink Do Melbourne, culture with carbs...

On the Relish podcast, Shane Delia talks 15 years of Maha and the village it takes to make a restaurant not just great, but much-loved; and Starward Whisky have done it again, returning from the World Spirits Competition with a barrel full of medals … production manager Sam Slaney shares what we should be trying.  And in Eat, Drink, Do Melbourne - your chance to enjoy Truffles at a seriously good...

On the Relish podcast, it’s a year for milestone birthdays, Executive Chef Tony Twitchett explains how Fed Square’s stalward Taxi Kitchen will celebrate their 20th, and as Annie Smithers celebrates 10 years of Du Fermier, she’s popping up at NGV with a French kitchen for their Winter Masterpieces exhibition.  And in Eat, Drink, Do Melbourne - Tom Sarafian pops up at Hearts, T’Gallant finally reope...

On the next Relish podcast, it’s a very good week because it’s GOOD BEER WEEK … Kate chats to Good Beer Week boss Sioban Kerin about some of the events on offer, and how you land such a plum gig. Also, your chance to head out into the bay on an intimate tour with this state’s most entertaining mussel farmer, as Sea Bounty's Lance Wiffen launches Portarlington Mussel Tours. And in Eat, Drink, Do Me...

On the Relish podcast, Nikka Whisky ambassador Marcus Parmenter schools Kate on me on all things Japanese whisky and why we should be excited about the new release of their rare 10 year old Yoichi. Also, Grace Guintos and Fides Santos from the Entrée Pinays explain how they’re making sure Melbourne is embracing the wonder that is Filipino cuisine.  And in Eat, Drink, Do Melbourne - Saturday whisky...

On the Relish podcast, surf coast local Matt Germanchis the hometown food cred as Sydney institution Totti’s opens its new restaurant in Lorne, Kate finds out what's on the menu. And talk about a food fight, did you know there are distinct regionalities when it comes to American Pizzas? Paul Kasten from Deep End Pizza shares what you need to know before before you dough. And in Eat, Drink, Do Melb...

On the Relish podcast, Kate chats to Loretta Bolotin, the founder of charity Free to Feed, which doesn't only train refugees and people seeking asylum in hospitality skills, it’s paid them $1 million in wages while doing so. Also – bar queen Cara Devine talks about her new cocktail book, and shares a few home bartending tips.  And in Eat, Drink, Do Melbourne - a new menu at Deeds Taproom, a rather...

On this Relish podcast, Dan Cooper is the man in charge of St Kilda’s Prince Dining Room and he’s just spearheaded a bit of a revamp, Kate finds out what he's been up to, and what's on the new menu. Also, much-loved Melbourne chef Matt Wilkinson has just launched a cracker of a product that has changed Kate's weekday cooking life. He shares the secrets behind Street BBQ Rubs.  And in Eat, Drink, D...

This week on the Relish podcast, of all Melbourne’s festivals, the Prosecco Festival is right up there with the best. Kate asks Prosecco Queen Mel Brauer what we can expect this year. Also, Nabil Ansari was a real COVID success story, and now he’s taken over the kitchen at one of Prahran’s most popular restaurants, Firebird … he’ll reflect on that journey.  And in Eat, Drink, Do Melbourne - there'...

This week on Relish, one of Kate's favourite suburban pizza joints has ventured north, she'll find out what the people of Essendon can expect from Pizza D’asporto. Also … forget the lemon, lime and bitters … Dan Sims explains how you can check out the best "low and no" alcohol options at the new Picolo Drinks Festival.  And wondering what to Eat, Drink and Do in Melbourne? Kate's got info on All S...

The Relish podcast is back for 2023, and this episode Kate chats to seafood expert Peter Hilcke who'll be sharing all things abalone at the Apollo Bay Seafood Festival.  Also, Carmine Costantini has returned from Italy to open St Kilda's Pinsabella, and does he have a fabulous new foodstuff for you! And finally, the definitive list to help you Eat, Drink, Do Melbourne - picnics at Tarrawarra, enjo...

This week on Relish Kate chats to Pete Dillon who is one of the new owners of Hotel Canberra where they'll be offering locals and visitors not one but three drinking and dinng options. Also proven pizza masters Janelle Toomey and partner Callum have just Ohana Pizza in McKinnon, Kate will find out why the locals should be very excited. And this week in food, a seriously good new chef for Hotel Lin...

This week on Relish, like he wasn't busy enough already, Shane Delia has just opened stunning Bar Jayda in the city, Kate will what’s on the menu. Also fresh from opening function space Aunty Kims, Rahmie Clowes will chat about the big flood fundraiser it'll host later this month. And this week in food - Tino Brunswick’s tour of Latin America, Amphlett House opens in the city, Vinny’s pops up in A...

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This week on Relish… Kate chats to James Cornwall who’s taken over the kitchen at Bonny Bar and is serving up some seriously fun snacks. Plus – do you care if your broccoli is pretty? Richard Tourino doesn’t, so he’s selling the fruit and veg the supermarkets reject. And this week in Food - Melbourne’s fanciest butcher celebrates its first birthday, Blue Bonnet Barbecue pops up in the west for the...

This week on Relish, Mike Byard explains why his Balaclava restaurant is called "Pretty Little" (there's a pretty big hint in there). Also, the countdown is on to Christmas and if you're hosting, you might want to sign up to two special foodie tours at Prahran Market. And This Week in Food - a new tasting menu at Brighton’s Bottarga, some spring specials at Maha Bar and Maha East, the MSO heads to...

This week on Relish, Julia Picone shares the more serious side of hospitality, as she announces her popular CBD restaurant Pentolina will close at the end of the year. Also, manager of the Portarlington Grand Hotel Mark Henderson details the great lengths they are going to in order to attract staff this summer.  And This Week in Food - City of <elbourne’s exciting new pop up, Seafood feasts at...

There's a drinks theme this week, but not all of them boozy! Kate will chat with the owner of Footscray's Victoria Hotel, Anthony Hammond, who is hosting an event called - The Pub with No Booze - bet you can guess what that's about. Also, Renata Morello from Lyons Will Estate will talk about Budburst, a celebration of the wines of the Macedon Ranges.  And This Week in Food, ideas for some great mi...

This week on the show, Kate chats to the man behind Melbourne's hottest new offering - chef Stephen Nairn talks Yugen.  Also, if you love the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival, you’ll want to hear Pat Nourse share all the details on mini festival "The Regional Edition". And This Week in Food the Builders Arms Hotel celebrates Spring with "Bloom!", Mejico’s (Meh-hee-ko) brand new Tequila Bar, how yo...

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It’s Grand Final week, so this week Kate talks to former Premiership winner Jordan Roughead, who’s now turned his hand to running a successful café – how does the hospitality life compare? Also, who doesn't love oysters and champagne? Richard Cornish explains how you can enjoy both in great quantities at Hotel Continental Sorrento next weekend. And This Week in Food - Shedfest is back in the Yarra...

This week on Relish, time to talk travel and it's a bit of an age old debate, travel guru Justin Jamieson will argue whether we should take advantage of stopovers, and if so, where is best? Also, the pop up is back on the Mornington Peninsula this Spring, starting with Harry Mangat down at Avani wines. And This Week in Food, The Heathcote Wine and Food Festival is back, as is the Bay Hotel in Morn...

This week on Relish, who doesn't love a good pub? Kate chats to Phil Gijsbers (Gis-bers) who's just opened brilliant boozer Bobbie Peels in North Melbourne. Also, a fifth-generation fishing family who sell fresh seafood off a punt in Williamstown have just opened a stall at Sth Melbourne market - find out a bit more about Gem Pier Seafood.  And This Week in Food - March Melbourne officially opens...

This week on Relish,  Seb Costello is the head judge for the Australian Distilled Spirit Awards, so what does such a great gig require, and how did judging go this year? Also are people too intimidated to try cooking French at home? David Airoldi has been working on a range of products to make it a bit more approachable And This Week in Food - a month-long Tequila celebration for Mejico’s 2nd birt...