This is NOT an episode for vegans. We tread some polarising ground with animal welfare and veganism with James Madden, who explains why his company’s vision to ‘cultivate a better food world’ sees meat on the table. Over a number of years, James has worked alongside his father, to shape what was originally a boutique lamb…
Scribbling on a napkin made Stevan Premutico a multi-millionaire. While contemplating digital changes sweeping the hotel industry during the GFC, Stevan drafted in red in a cafe in London. That was the day that Dimmi was born. After revolutionising the Australian restaurant industry, the popular reservation platform was acquired by TripAdvisor in 2015. Now, as…
A written piece by Douglas Gilmour (Manager at City Winery Brisbane, Australia)
This ‘cricket’ doesn’t involve a bat and ball. It’s the insect that’s creeping in from Eastern cuisines. Skye Blackburn farms them, just outside of Sydney (with her business, Edible Bug Shop – the largest edible insect farm in Australia) and is currently expanding to a much larger site, due to their demand. She has a strong position on…
The Queen does something everyday. Sometimes twice a day. Jared Brown is the Master Distiller of Sipsmith (a London Dry style gin), author of over 30 books and drink historian. He shares wisdom from a career with incredible experiences and explains exactly what the Queen does every day. For more episodes, follow the program wherever you…
Brendan Carter is the Founder of Ochre Nation, the holding company behind brands like Unico Zelo and Applewood. By highlighting Australia’s unique botanical offering, with a great story, he’s been able to build some very special brands. Similar themes have been discussed with previous guests but you’ll soon see why Brendan Carter is different. He’s not…
Kim Teo joins us today to share her experience in the startup world and how she’s applied it to hospitality, with her digital menu application, Mr Yum. During capital raising, Mr Yum attracted the attention of angel investors, bar and restaurant owners and Australian Venue Co to quickly and confidently cover the $700,000 they originally…