The Food Guys Podcast

The Food Guys are joined by one of Australia’s most honest and entertaining food reviewers Russ Eats. From viral snack reviews to hot takes on Australia’s fast food scene, Russ brings his signature no-nonsense energy to the pod.We dive into: 🍟 How Russ started reviewing food and what brought on his love for snacks! 🥤 Why zero sugar drinks cop hate. 🍫 His ultimate go-to snack picks, chips, crackers, chocolate bars, biscuits & more! 🇦🇺 The truth about Aussie food products and their manufacturing secrets! 🍔 The fast food chains Australia is missing out on (and which one he’d open himself)One of our funniest, most unfiltered chats yet, this is Russ Eats, unleashed.Thanks to Royal Stacks for sponsoring the podcast! Get your burgers today!Follow us @thefoodguyspodDM us your questions and topics! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’re stacking up 60 years of history with The Pancake Parlour CEO Mandy. From the brand’s humble beginnings and name changes to the fancy interiors, late-night chess games, and dishes that have never left the menu, Mandy reveals how this Melbourne icon has stayed a favourite for generations.She shares how the menu has evolved with changing tastes, the multigenerational customers who keep coming back, and the little details that make each store unique. We also talk about memorable customer moments, celebrity visits, and what’s next for the Parlour, plus, the inside scoop on the special 60th anniversary deals dropping 19th August.Special thanks to Pancake Parlour Highpoint for hosting us at their location.Special thanks to Royal Stacks for sponsoring the podcast! Get your burger fix like Dub and Nectro!Follow us @thefoodguyspodDM us your questions and topics! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, The Food Guys stir the pot with the most divisive food debates ever. From parmesan on seafood pasta (Italians, look away) to the eternal war over crispy bacon, toastie shapes, and whether food is fuel or pleasure, nothing’s off the table.We also cover:🥒 Why pickles might be ruining your burger🥩 Steak doneness judgment🍗 The ultimate meat ranking (yes, we said beef is king)🇲🇽 A wild Caesar Salad fact that’ll blow your mindPlus fan questions include🍕 Pizza styles go head-to-head — is NY, Neapolitan or Aussie supreme?😬 The worst thing Dub ate in the US Special Thanks to Royal Stacks for sponsoring the podcast!Follow us @thefoodguyspodDM us your questions and topics! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Food Guys hit Sydney for the grand opening of Australia’s first Auntie Anne’s, but was the journey from Melbourne worth it?We also checked out Tyra Banks’ ice cream shop ‘Smize & Dream’ and tried to figure out of America's next top model and a celebrity could actually make good Ice Cream?!Plus we dive into the ever debated topic of USA Fast Food brands making their way down under, whether Wendy's Burgers are coming to Melbourne and what other chains Aussie's are waiting for!Thanks to Royal Stacks, Melbourne's own Burger Spot for making this podcast possible!Follow us @thefoodguyspodDM us your questions and topics! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this trend-packed episode of The Food Guys, Dub and Nectro break down the biggest food trends of 2025 so far from Dubai Chocolate taking over dessert menus to the cinnamon roll explosion and the rise of matcha everything. We deep-dive into the protein-obsessed snack aisle, Biscoff’s surprising staying power, and supermarket favourites driving food culture.Then, the boys look ahead: Could pistachio be the new Biscoff? Is cookie dough making a nostalgic comeback? And are we finally ready for a pretzel takeover in Australia? Plus, why Wingstop’s success could spark a chicken wing boom and how US frozen food and ice cream collabs might influence what hits our shelves this summer.If you love watching what’s hot before it hits your feed this one’s for you.Special thanks to Royal Stacks! Where The Food Guys get their burger fix!Follow us @thefoodguyspodDM us your questions and topics! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We’re back with a big ol’ food catch-up — and this one’s loaded. From Macca’s first-ever global burger launch (hello, Big Arch 👀), to Hungry Jack’s Nutella Storm, and Domino’s new Italian pizza range, we break down what’s been hitting menus lately across Australia.Plus: 🧁 Biscoff Lamingtons from Woolies?! 🍫 Sweet finds at Coles and ALDI 🍟 Dub shows off his new Charcoal Chicken Series, chasing the best chicken, chips & gravy combo in Melbourne,Also in this ep: 📚 Did you know Kmart used to have its own café serving Aussie classics? 🌽 Snack of the Week: a new Doritos drop you’ll want to hunt downIt’s all your food news in one juicy, crunchy, nostalgia-loaded bite.Thanks to Royal Stacks.Follow us @thefoodguyspodDM us your questions and topics! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on The Food Guys, we’re joined by one of Australia’s funniest creators Money MitchMitch takes us for a wild ride through Aussie food nostalgia, schoolyard chaos, and what he thinks of the Australian hospitality scene after travelling the world.From tuck shop chicken rolls, sushi at the school canteen and suss foods while travelling, Mitch brings the laughs and the unlocks Aussie core memories. We also dig into the stories behind some of his most iconic skits — from the Pope’s first meal to the Token Canteen Lady and the rules of a proper country town.Plus: ✈️ Airplane food confessions 🥪 Lazy Aussie dinners 🇦🇺 His take on the ultimate Australian meal ⚡ Our rapid-fire food round (Biscoff vs. Nutella, fast food for life & more) 🍝 Final question: Greek or Italian?You can find Mitch here on socials. This episode is proudly sponsored by Royal Stacks. Where Dub and Nectro get their burger fix. Follow us @thefoodguyspodDM us your questions and topics! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week on The Food Guys, we bring back Chef Anfa to settle the age-old food debate: Sydney vs Melbourne, who really does it better? From fine dining to late night eats, we break down the key differences between the two cities' food scenes.Is Sydney more about flash and tourists? Is Melbourne the true multicultural melting pot? We ask: 🍜 Which city has the better variety? 👨‍🍳 Where do chefs actually prefer to work? 🔥 And which city wins the flavour battle?Plus, we go deep on: 📉 The worst food trends Anfa’s seen in kitchens 🇫🇷 Why France is the Nutella capital of the world (and what name they banned because of it!) 🍽️ A nostalgic throwback to our favourite childhood restaurants 🍫 Snack of the Week returns with another hit!The Food Guys podcast is all thanks to Royal Stacks! Where Nectro and Dub get their burgers!Find Chef Anfa here! Follow us @thefoodguyspodDM us your questions and topics! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, The Food Guys are joined by a seasoned Australian chef, Anfa, and no question is off the table.Do chefs actually eat their own food? Are they whipping up fine dining meals at home… or just zapping leftovers in the microwave like the rest of us? From hectic kitchen services to home cooking realities, Chef Anfa keeps it real.Anfa has worked in restaurants all over the world, and notably Grossi Florentino, Gazi, Hotel Sorrento to name a few in Australia. We cover: 🔥 The craziest off-menu dish he’s ever made (and eaten) 🏠 What chefs really cook at home 💣 The biggest misconceptions about being a chef 🍴 The one thing chefs do that would shock everyday peoplePlus: 🥘 Anfa’s underrated restaurant pick 🍫 Biscoff vs. Nutella ⚡ Quick-fire food takes 🇬🇷 VS 🇮🇹 — the final showdown: Greek or Italian?Follow us @thefoodguyspodDM us your questions and topics! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, The Food Guys dive into the latest addition to McDonald’s Australia’s menu: the McWings. Dub and Nectro give a live review of these crispy, golden chicken wings, now a permanent fixture after a successful trial that captivated social media. Join us as we discuss the flavour, texture, and overall experience of a VIP night we had at McDonald's HQ in Sydney with fellow food creators and what this means for the future of chicken offerings at Macca's. Is this the beginning of a new era for fast-food chicken in Australia? How did other food creators like them? What's next for McDonald's?Made from 100% Australian, RSPCA-approved chicken, McWings are available in three or five-piece servings, either solo or as part of a meal. They come with a choice of dipping sauces, including the new Ranch Sauce and Spicy Buffalo Sauce. Try them today!Follow us @thefoodguyspodDM us your questions and topics! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pistachio is everywhere — but is it all going too far? In this week’s episode, Dub and Nectro crack open the booming pistachio trend, from pistachio lattes and gelato to the viral Dubai chocolate bar filled with pistachio cream, tahini, and crunchy knafeh.Dub and Nectorious explore: 🇮🇹 The roots of pistachio in Italian food culture 📈 The massive spike in pistachio products since 2021 🤯 A wild fact about pistachio cream’s true origins 🧁 Is this trend bigger (or worse) than Biscoff ever was?Plus: 💌 Listener Qs about the next big food trend and the best ice cream tubs! 🍫 Snack of the Week (Live Taste!) 🥜 And… are other nuts next to get the viral treatment?Follow us @thefoodguyspodDM us your questions and topics! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this special LIVE episode The Food Guys go deep inside Melbourne’s most iconic Italian dessert institution Brunetti Classico. We’re joined by the man behind the magic — Fabio Angele, owner of Brunetti Classico and master of cannoli, tiramisu, and everything sweet.From 1:30am starts in the kitchen to navigating trends like pistachio overload, Fabio opens up about his family’s legacy, his favourite desserts to make (and avoid), and how Brunetti became a household name across Australia. We dive into what Brunetti Classico is up to for National Cannoli Day 2025, and what makes the perfect cannoli (Ricotta vs Custard? Let’s settle it).Our quick fire questions make Fabio pick between Biscoff, Pistachio and Nutella and telling us what desserts he dislikes! (IF ANY!)Join us as Fabio dives into his life and Brunetti Classico!Follow us @thefoodguyspodDM us your questions and topics! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May was National Burger Month, and The Food Guys are serving up the ultimate burger breakdown.From the worst topping ever, to what actually makes the perfect burger, Dub and Nectro go deep into burger territory including their love for Five Guys, what a burger bun crime is, and whether mushrooms and jalapeños belong on a burger.We also discuss🔥 The surprising origin of the Big Mac!🍔 Dub’s top burger spots right now?!🇺🇸 A taste test of a US snack Dub brought back📬 Listener Questions ARE BACK!One of the juiciest episodes yet. Don’t listen hungry.@threefoodguyspodFollow us @thefoodguyspodDM us your questions and topics! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Dub and Nectro hit Sydney for a one-day food adventure — and it did not disappoint. We recount our day, from Nectro finally trying the iconic McGriddle for the first time, to checking out Wingstop’s Aussie debut, and we dive deep into what American chains should come to Australia next, which have failed and what they need to do to succeed! Plus, Dub visits a Sydney charcoal chicken institution that straight-up blew his mind, like the best his ever had. Fast food. Big flavours. Hot wings. One epic day in Sydney.Let us know what US Fast Food chains you'd like to see in Australia!?@thefoodguyspodFollow us @thefoodguyspodDM us your questions and topics! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

While Dub was off living his best food life in the USA, Nectorious Papi held it down, and now it’s time for a snack catch-up like no other. We break down the wildest and best snack drops of the last few months, from Cadbury's latest wave of releases to a surprise winning product from ALDI.We also dive into major fast food news: 🍗 Wingstop lands in Sydney 🌮 Is Taco Bell shutting down in Australia?Plus — we taste test a new chocolate bar that might just be the best on Aussie shelves right now.Thanks for tuning into The Food Guys!Don't forget to leave a review if you had a good feed!Follow us @thefoodguyspodDM us your questions and topics! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.