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The heartbeat of hospo. Exploring culture, business, and the stories behind it all.
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In this episode, we sit down with Emily Gurr, Creative Director of Beverly Rooftop in Melbourne. Her background spans architecture, fashion, ethical manufacturing, and spatial storytelling. We talk about how growing up in a coastal town and moving through places like Bali, Brisbane, Sydney and Melbourne shaped the way she sees design, community, and connection. Emily shares what it takes to build a creative vision into a real place, everything from design choices to h...
In this episode, we chat with Mikey Gayed, the founder of Good Ideas Studio, and host of the Mikey Talk podcast. Mikey opens up about swapping his corporate life in Melbourne for the uncertainty of following his passion. After studying business, he found himself back home, working the usual 9-to-5… until COVID hit. That upheaval pushed him to build something of his own. Good Ideas is more than just a studio, it’s Mikey’s mission to bridge the gap between businesses that need creative ...
In this episode, we hang out with John Rivera, the culinary force behind three of some of Melbourne’s most exciting Filipino venues. We trace John’s journey from growing up in the Philippines and New Zealand to launching into Melbourne’s fine-dining world, working his way through Rockpool and other prestige hospitality establishments in Australia. During COVID, John doubled down on his roots and creativity by co-founding Kariton Sorbetes, a Filipino-inspired gelato brand, during lockdown. T...
Get ready for a spicy and sweet deep dive with Anthony Randello‑Jahn, the charismatic creator famously known as The Donut Daddy. We're talking succulent pastries… and a dash of shirtless charm that only he can pull off. Born and bred in Melbourne, Anthony turned childhood curiosity into an empire: from crafting doughnuts back in 2017 to launching Levain Doughnuts and Jamm’d Dessert Bar, both now staples in Melbourne's dessert scene . But here's the twist: Anthony didn’t just stop at making m...
In this episode, we sit down with Hugh Allen, one of the most talented and humble chefs to come out of Australia’s fine dining scene. Hugh started working in kitchens as a teenager before landing a life-changing opportunity at Noma in Copenhagen — one of the world’s best restaurants — where he trained under René Redzepi for three years. Returning to Australia, Hugh quickly made waves and, by his mid-twenties, took on the role of Executive Chef at Vue de Monde in Melbourne. At just 26, he bec...
Join us for another episode of HMP with Kieran Spiteri, co-founder of Melbourne's Yolk Group. Known for beloved venues like Terror Twilight, Tinker, Convoy, Hi Fi, and the recently opened Ophelia, Kieran shares insights into building a hospitality brand that resonates with community and innovation. In this episode, we delve into Kieran's journey from launching his first café to expanding into a group that redefines the café experience. He discusses the philosophy behind Yolk Group's success,...
In today's episode we're joined by Julian Hills, the chef-owner of Navi, one of Melbourne's most acclaimed fine dining establishments. Julian's journey began on a 40-acre farm in Victoria's Strzelecki Ranges, where he developed a deep connection to the land through gardening, fishing, and foraging. His background in fine arts adds a unique dimension to his culinary creations, even using ceramics at Navi that he crafts himself. In this episode, we delve into Julian's path from aspiring snowb...
The long awaited episode with Ben Shewry is final here. Hailing from New Zealand's North Taranaki region, Ben is the visionary chef and owner of one of Australia's most renowned restaurant, Attica. In this episode, Ben shares his experiences from his early days in the kitchen to leading Attica, a restaurant celebrated for its innovative use of native Australian ingredients and commitment to sustainability. We delve into his creative process, family life, the challenges of the fine dining in...
Join us for an intimate conversation with Zoe Birch, the talented chef and co-owner of Greasy Zoe's, the acclaimed eight-seat restaurant nestled in Hurstbridge. Zoe, alongside her partner Lachlan Gardner, has crafted a dining experience that embodies hyper-local sourcing and sustainability, offering a seasonal menu that reflects the freshest produce from the Yarra Valley. In this episode, we chat about her journey from working in some of Melbourne's top restaurants, including Middle Brigh...
Join us this episode with Joanna Reymond, Founder and Director of Reymond Communications, a leading Australian lifestyle PR agency specialising in hospitality, design, and property. Joanna's journey began in France, and she later honed her skills in Business, Catering, and Hotel Management in Cannes. Her career in public relations took off upon returning to Melbourne, where she worked with prominent design firms before establishing her own agency. In this episode, we delve into ...
Get ready for a wildly entertaining chat with none other than Pat Nourse— the Creative Director of the Melbourne Food & Wine Festival. Sure, he knows food, but more importantly, he knows how to throw a party that gets an entire city buzzing. In this episode, we get into the real stuff—what it takes to curate an event that brings together world-class chefs, big ideas, and some of the best vibes Melbourne has to offer. We talk about his past life as one of Australia’s sharpest food critics...
We're back this week with our good friend Chef Kyle Nicol, the culinary talent behind Melbourne's Lilac Wine Bar and Hazel. Listen in on Kyle's culinary journey from his humble beginnings in Coffs Harbour to London's Michelin-starred Arbutus, and back to Melbourne, where he's made his mark at Supernormal, Builders Arms, and Rascal Brunswick. We delve deep into Kyle's culinary philosophy, his experiences across various kitchens, and his vision for the future of dining and his career. He also ...
Join us as we explore the culinary career of our good friend Pierre Khodja, the French-Algerian chef renowned for his innovative fusion of Mediterranean and North African flavours. Pierre's passion for cooking ignited in his childhood, inspired by his mother's ability to create flavourful meals from simple ingredients. Throughout his career, Pierre has held esteemed positions in various acclaimed restaurants in Melbourne and around the world. In this week's episode, we chat to Pie...
We're back with a banger for our first episode of 2025. Join Ty and special guest host Ellie as we chat with Stephen Nairn, the brilliant Culinary Director behind two of Melbourne’s hottest dining spots—Yugen Dining and Omnia Bistro. Stephen has cooked in some of the world’s top kitchens and now leads the charge at these iconic venues, blending creativity, precision, and bold flavors to wow anyone who enters their doors. We talk to him about his journey from international kitchens to Me...
Join us for this SPECIAL Christmas episode as we explore ALL things A1 Bakery with none other than Anthony, Daniel and Haikal. The A1 Brothers get a bit deep and chat about family, early days in the bakery, and we get to know a little bit about their bond through some games. This one was a long time coming, so we were absolutely chuffed to talk to the boys inside the OG store in Brunswick. What a way to end the year with this episode, so grab some popcorn, get festive and enjoy the A1 SPECIAL...
At just 25, Cameron Tay-Yap has already carved out a remarkable career in fine dining as the head chef at Amaru, one of Melbourne's top hatted restaurants. A finalist for The Age Good Food Guide's Young Chef of the Year award in 2023, Cameron's journey is marked by resilience, innovation, and passion. Join us in this episode as we delve into Cam's story—his inspirations, insane work ethic and the crazy pivot he plans to take in his career. Whether you're a foodie, aspiring chef, climber ;) o...
In this week's episode we dive into the story of Bernard Chu, one of the creative forces behind Melbourne's Kōri Ice Cream. As a renowned pastry chef and former co-owner of LuxBite, Bernard has brought his unique vision and love for Japanese culture to craft one of the city's most exciting dessert destinations. We chat all things dessert, working relationships, life during Covid and how Bernard and his team were able to stay afloat and grow during those tough times. Learn how Bernard t...
We’re joined by none other than Luke Phillips, the founder of Into Carry and Into Coffee, a sustainable fashion brand and zero-waste cafe and funnily enough where we shoot the podcast! Luke’s approach blends environmental consciousness with creativity, transforming materials like milk cartons, packaging, excess fabric, and other waste products into unique, eco-friendly accessories. We chat about the journey behind Into Carry and Into Coffee, exploring Luke’s background, his passion for desig...
Charlie Lehmann is notorious for his outspoken personality on social media and in person he did not disappoint. As a university student, Charlie thought to himself that "getting people pissed" would be much more fun and drawing inspiration from the bar he worked at, started Ramblin Rascal with his best friends Sebastian Soto and Dardan Shervashidze at the age of 25. Ramblin Rascal has won multiple awards and Charlie's other venture Double Deuce Lounge has just won Bar of the Year for 20...
An exciting podcast with an exciting person, Kay-Lene Tan is every bit as charming, funny and bubbly as she appears in the media. It was such a good time filming this one with a no filter approach and plenty of vulnerability she took us on a journey through her childhood, growing up in Singapore and how it influenced her career. Transitioning from an amateur documentary filmmaker to a chef at the age of 25, Kay-Lene then trained at Singapore’s At-Sunrice GlobalChef Academy and quickly advance...
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