Dishing It Out

Keelan Higgs is a renowned chef and the owner of the Michelin-starred restaurant Variety Jones in Dublin. He opened the restaurant in 2018 with his brother, Aaron. Keelan's culinary journey began early, influenced by his father's management of seafood restaurants1 He studied culinary arts at the Dublin Institute of Technology and gained experience in prestigious kitchens, including the two Michelin-starred Arnolfo Restaurant in Tuscany.In the final episode of this series, Keelan reveals the back breaking work that went into starting up the restaurant, winning a Michelin Star, his own culinary journey to get there and his plans for the future. Enjoy!If you have any Culinary Conundrums for the lads be sure to send them to the lads on food@goloudnow.com

Dr. David Coleman is a well-known clinical psychologist, broadcaster, and author. He specializes in helping children and teenagers cope with anxiety and other developmental challenges. He offers therapy services, gives talks, and has written extensively on parenting and child psychology.In this week's episode David chats to Gary and Gareth about his career and approach to child psychology, his own experiences with fussy eating and all about his current nationwide tour.If you have any Culinary Conundrums for the lads be sure to send them to the lads on food@goloudnow.com

Mario Rosenstock has been making this country laugh for 25 years with his hilarious cast of characters from Bertie, Michael D and of course Roy Keane In this week's episode Mario joins Gary and Gareth to tell them how it all started with Gift Grub, how he felt when Mourinho gave him a shout out, his feeling about playing The 3 Arena and the simple joys of perfectly boiled spud.Tickets for Mario's Gift Grub 25 tour are on sale now! If you have any Culinary Conundrums for the lads be sure to send them to the lads on food@goloudnow.com

Dave Moore is a man of many talents. Not only is he one of Ireland's most beloved radio presenters and purveyors of bad jokes, he can speak 7 languages, lived in Russia after the fall of The Berlin Wall AND does all the cooking for his family of 5.In this week's episode he tells Gary and Garth of his unexpected path to radio stardom, what life in mid-nineties Russia was like and what jusic he listens to while he's prepping dinner.If you have any Culinary Conundrums for the lads be sure to send them to the lads on food@goloudnow.com

In this week's episode Gareth gets to rub gary's face in it by telling all about his trip to Champagne but Gary gets his revenge by dropping a serious notions bomb about where he spent his 21st.The two boys also get into some of their favourite things and finally we get te deinitive answere on what chocolate bar top chefs choose. Fair warning: Turkish Delight gets mentioned!If you have any Culinary Conundrums for the lads be sure to send them to the lads on food@goloudnow.com

Stuart Clark is a leganed of the music journalism game. He has a rich history in the music industry, having worked with Radio Caroline and The Voice of Peace before moving to Ireland and joining Hot Press and over his remarkeable career has wined and dined the likes of Anthony Bourdain and Joe Elliot, eaten ant eggs in Syria and campaigned for the changing of the laws around drug use.In this week's episode he regales Gary and Gareth with his experiences with pirate radio, journalism and his opinion on the best cheese in ireland. Enjoy! If you have any Culinary Conundrums for the lads be sure to send them to the lads on food@goloudnow.com

Ciaran McGonagle is the mastermind behind Mani Pizza in Dublin. Originally from Donegal, Ciaran has made a significant impact on the Dublin food scene with his unique Roman-style pizza al taglio. Before starting Mani Pizza, he worked for Coppinger Row and founded Catch Events and the food truck Ciao Cannoli but decided to dedicate his life to perfecting the Roman-style.In this episode he reveals to Gary and Gareth the incredible lengths he went to learn the art. He also speaks of his inspirational journey living with a severe stutter and his Death Row Meal is a surpising classic! Enjoy! If you have any Culinary Conundrums for the lads be sure to send them to the lads on food@goloudnow.com

Aishling Moore is the head chef and owner of Goldie, an award-winning seafood restaurant located on Oliver Plunkett Street in Cork. Known for its sustainable approach to cooking, Goldie emphasizes using as much of each fish as possible and allows the daily catch to dictate its menu.Aishling opened Goldie in 2019 when she was just 24 years old, and the restaurant quickly gained critical acclaim, including a Michelin Bib Gourmand. She has also been recognized with several awards, such as Best Young Chef 2023 at the Food & Wine Awards and Best Chef at the All-Ireland final of the Irish Restaurant Awards 2024.In this week's episode, Aishling joins a suitably impressed Gareth and Gary to share the story of her remarkable rise, her unique approach to sustainability and how much she enjoys descaling fish. Enjoy!If you have any Culinary Conundrums for the lads be sure to send them to the lads on food@goloudnow.com

Paul Harrington has made music his life since he started tinkling on his parent's piano as a child of the 60s. Since then his natural talent has brought him around the world, a hugely successful slot with Pat Kenny and of course Eurovision success 30 years ago with the iconic Rock 'n' Roll Kids.The man loves his food too and in this week's episode he discusses his culinary loves, his amazing career and plans for the future......AND he may just play THAT song for you. Enjoy!If you have any Culinary Conundrums for the lads be sure to send them to the lads on food@goloudnow.com

Al Hester aka Maser is a hugely succesful graphic artist known for his vibrant installations, large-scale paintings, and murals. His work often transforms urban landscapes into colorful canvases that reflect the collective spirit of the cities he engages with1. As early as 1995, under the moniker 'Maser,' he began painting graffiti on the streets of Dublin, earning respect from other graffiti artists in Ireland and throughout Europe for his unique abstracted styleIn this week's episode Maser joins Gareth and Gary to discuss his journey from street graffiti to international exhibitions, the comparisons between being a chef and an artist and his Death Row Meal choice gets Gary VERY excited. Enjoy! If you have any Culinary Conundrums for the lads be sure to send them to the lads on food@goloudnow.com

Darren conway and Joe McGucken are the hosts of the wildly popular Stall It podcast as well as being two of Ireland's most successful content creators and online comedians. On this week's episode of Dishing It Out, the boys join Gary and Gareth to discuss Joe's business venture, a Spice Bag truck! We hear about Darren's love for a good air fryer and Gary shares a spectacular recipe for a cracking spag bol. Enjoy!If you have any Culinary Conundrums for the lads be sure to send them to the lads on food@goloudnow.com

The word kegend gets thrown around a lot but it's safe to say Ian Dempsey is absolutely one of Irelans's most legendary broadcasters. He has been a constant presence in our lives for decades and whether it was his stint on Dempsey's Den or his hugely successful run on ireland's most successful breakfast show on Today FM.In the first episode of the new sason of Dishing It Out Ian joins Gary and Gareth to discuss his amazing career, his beginnings in pirate radio, his Den days and of course his time as King Of Ireland's Mornings. He also discusses how his diabetes has effected his attitude to food and his choice of final meal is SPECTACULAR! Enjoy.If you have any Culinary Conundrums for the lads be sure to send them to the lads on food@goloudnow.com

Ed Cooney is a legend of the cheffing game. Before joining The Merrion in 1997 and becoming Executive Chef, he worked at some of the finest hotels and restaurants in Scotland and England, including the celebrated Craigendarroch Hotel and Country Club, Royal Deeside, where The Oaks gourmet restaurant held the Michelin Red M. He then joined The Regent Four Seasons London, now known as The Landmark Hotel, before returning to Ireland.During his time at The Merrion, Ed Cooney has won numerous awards, undertaken several culinary tours of the USA and become a popular guest chef on TV.In this week's episode, Ed joins Gary and Gareth to discuss his stellar career, his love of France and his anger at what the government should be doing to help the food industry. Enjoy!If you have any Culinary Conundrums be sure to send them to the lads on food@goloudnow.com

Professor Luke O'Neill is inarguably one of Ireland's most well known and loved scientists. His insights and advice during covid were invaluable to so many during the pandemic and his weekly radio slots and podcast are a constant source of fascinating scientific information. On this week's episode the good professor joins Gareth and Gary to discuss his life as a scientist, his own life changing research, being in a band and of course his own 'nerdy' take on how we interact with food. Enjoy!Don't forget to send in your questions for Gaz & Gary to answer in series 3 to Food@GoLoudNow.com

Barry Murphy is an Irish comedy legend. Not only was he one of the geniuses behind the brilliance of Après Match but as a member of Mr Trellis he founded The Comedy Cellar in Dublin in 1989 AND he was recognised as one of The 10 Kings Of Irish Comedy over the last twenty years by Hot Press. He is also the only comedian to have played at every Kilkenny Cat Laughs festival since it started in 1994. So yeah, it's fair to say his legendary status is justified. In this week's episode Barry chats to Gareth and Gary about his beginnings in the comedy scene and how it's changed, his fond memories of Apres Match and the lads get into it about shallow frying. Enjoy!Don't forget to send in your questions for Gaz & Gary to answer in series 3 to Food@GoLoudNow.com

A Dubliner who has been running 5k every single day for almost 300 consecutive days says exercise has helped his recovery from drug addiction.Three years ago, Christopher Connolly, from Rialto, began his journey to recovery after a long-time cocaine addiction that left him scared for his life. The 29-year-old was suffering from extreme paranoia which he described as a “perfect storm of destruction” and led him to flee the country at the height of the Covid pandemic. After his family found him attempting to hide in the UK, Chris decided to remove drugs and alcohol from his life and spent months in a treatment centre getting his life back on track and what a recovery it has been. In this week's episode Chris joins Gary and Gareth to tell his incredible story, how running saved his life and his love of pasta. Don't forget to send in your questions for Gaz & Gary to answer in series 3 to Food@GoLoudNow.com

Ireland is known as the Island of Sanits & Scholars but in recent years you can definitely add 'Incredible Food' to that list. From Malin to Mizen, Malahide to McDonagh's, this country is bursting at the seam at every turn with world class chefs and food producers so who better to take you on a guided tour than Gary and Gareth. Enjoy the trip!Don't forget to send in your questions for Gaz & Gary to answer in series 3 to Food@GoLoudNow.com

John Belton is one of the most respected personal trainers in the world and in his years of experience has developed a highly effective and unique philosophy and approach to fitness and nutrition. He's been putting Gareth through his paces for years and has transformed his life in the process. John joins the two lads to discuss how he got into the fitness business, running ultra marathons and the lessons he learned from his mother's cooking. Enjoy!If you want to contact the podcast and submit a question for Culinary Conundrums email us on food@goloudnow.com

In this week's episode, Gareth and Gary expose themselves to a grilling (pun intended) from Ed Chef and his BUCKET OF TRUTH. Find out who is the biggest celebrity they've both cooked for, who's at their Dinner Party From Hell and does winning a Michelen Star matter? Well listen and find out!Don't forget to send in your questions for Gaz & Gary to answer in series 3 to Food@GoLoudNow.com

Eoin Mcgee is the go-to guy for financial advice. He has hosted TV shows such as "How to be Good with Money" and "The Complaints Bureau," where he provides practical financial advice to households and helps manage finances effectively. Eoin is also the author of bestselling books on money, including "How to Be Good with Money" and "How to Make Your Money Work.". So it's fair to say he's a whizz with finance but is he a whizz with food?Well the answer to that is a fascinating one and involves a near death experience, trips to Italy and the best onion rings in ireland. Enjoy!Don't forget to send in your questions for Gaz & Gary to answer in series 3 to Food@GoLoudNow.com

Tis the season to wheel out the BBQ from the shed and fill the air with the sensational smell of sizzling sausages and succulent steaks. Before you do though, make sure you listen to two world class BBQers tell you all you need to know to have your neighbours sniffing the air with envy. Enjoy!Don't forget to send in your questions for Gaz & Gary to answer in series 3 to Food@GoLoudNow.com

Suzanne Campbell is a woman of many hats. A television director, producer, and food writer, she is considered one of "the most important, well-informed voices in Irish food."She produced the television series "What Are You Eating?", which was based on her book "Basket Case: What's Happening to Ireland's Food?".Additionally, she reports on food and farming issues for RTÉ radio and contributes to Irish and international print titles. She was also a former series producer of RTE's farming television series "Ear To The Ground" and has won two Guild of Agricultural Journalism awards. So it's fair to say she knows a thing or two about the food business so who better to pick her brains than Gary and Gary? Enjoy!Don't forget to send in your questions for Gaz & Gary to answer in series 3 to Food@GoLoudNow.com

Roy Curtis is without a doubt one of Ireland's most read and respected sports journalists. His writing can be enjoyed in various publications, including MSN Ireland, Irish Independent, The Throw-In, Belfast Telegraph, and The Sunday World. In this week's episode Roy joins Gary and Gareth and weaves a predictably mesmerising tale of his career, love of sports, the incredible occasions he has witnessed and the most moving moment of his life in Croke park. Enjoy!Don't forget to send in your questions for Gaz & Gary to answer in series 3 to Food@GoLoudNow.com

Simon Delaney can and has done it all. Actor, director, television/radio presenter AND he's an absolute whizz in the kitchen. On the first episode of the new series of Dishing It Out, Simon joins Gary and Gareth to tell some incredible stories of his career on stage and screen as well as some hilarious tales of his sweat enducing experience on Master Chef. Enjoy!Don't forget to send in your questions for Gaz & Gary to answer in series 3 to Food@GoLoudNow.com

Philly McMahon is considered by many to be one of the greatest gaelic footballers of all time. The numbers speak for themselves with 8 All-Ireland Senior Football Championship medals, 12 Leinster titles, 5 NFL titles and 2 All-Star awards in his is a remarkable playing career but his life off the pitch is just as impressive. An entrepreneur and social activist, he owns and operates a number of businesses, including three gyms and is a co-owner of ready-meal company NutriQuick. Since losing his brother, John, Philly has become an outspoken advocate for numerous addiction and mental health initiatives and in this week's episode he chats honestly and openly about the obstacles he has faced as a player, a businessman and a brother. Enjoy!Don't forget to send in your questions for Gaz & Gary to answer in series 2 to Food@GoLoudNow.com

Pat Shortt is, without a doubt, one of Ireland's most beloved actor and comedians. From his iconic partnership with Jon Kenny in D'Ubelievables, the wildly popular Kilnaskull to his powerful acting roles in Garage and the Oscar winning The Banshees of Inisherin to name but a few he has entertained this country for decades. In this week's episode he speaks to Gary and Gareth about his beginnings in Tipperary, his own experiences running a bar/restaurant, dealing with rejection, culinary bike rides and of course jumbo breakfast rolls. Enjoy!Don't forget to send in your questions for Gaz & Gary to answer in series 2 to Food@GoLoudNow.com

Conor Moore is mimicking genius. He has made an international name for himself across the golfing circuit with his remarkable impersonations of Tiger Woods, Rory McIlroy, and Sergio Garcia1. But that's not all! Conor's journey from selling cell phones to becoming a social media sensation is nothing short of remarkable. His comedic prowess shines through in his entertaining videos and sketches. Whether it's Formula 1 impressions, hilarious encounters with sports personalities, or behind-the-scenes moments, Conor's talent is rightfully loved and lauded by millions. In this week's episode Conor tells Gary and Gareth about his incredible journey, his foody memories and what he loves to get up to in his new kitchen. Enjoy!Don't forget to send in your questions for Gaz & Gary to answer in series 2 to Food@GoLoudNow.com

There is no doubt that amongst chefs and foodies Neven Maguire is one of the most beloved and respected figures in the business. He began cooking at the age of twelve in the kitchen of his family restaurant, MacNean's in Blacklion, County Cavan and has since turned it into one of the most siught after dining experiences in the country. In this week's episode Gary and Gareth chat to Neven about his culinary beginnings, surviving the worst of The Troubles, his TV work and his quite spectacular choices for his Desert Island Dish. Enjoy!Don't forget to send in your questions for Gaz & Gary to answer in series 2 to Food@GoLoudNow.com

Devin Toner is a giant of Irish rugby in every sense. He played as a second-row forward for both the Irish national team and the Leinster province. Standing at an impressive 6 feet 10½ inches (2.09 meters), he held the distinction of being the tallest player in the Heineken Cup and the 2015 Rugby World Cup. His size 15 boots were equally notable! But what goes in to fueling the legend? In this week's episode Devin gives Gary and Gareth a unique insight into the diet and preparations of a top rugby pro, the dangers of 'camp belly' and what he loves to epxperiment with at home. Enjoy!Don't forget to send in your questions for Gaz & Gary to answer in series 2 to Food@GoLoudNow.com

Forget the parlour, If you're Irish come in to the kitchen and join Gary and Gareth as they discuss their own food related memories of Paddy's Day growing up in Donegal and Dublin. They also shareb their thoughts on the state of the current Irish food scene and of course there's Ingredient Of The Week and some very informative answers to yout Culinary Conundrums. Enjoy and Happy Paddy's Day to all our lovely listeners!Don't forget to send in your questions for Gaz & Gary to answer in series 2 to Food@GoLoudNow.com.

Mickael Viljanen is THE chef's chef and nothing short of a legend in the Irish culinary game. He currently holds the position of Chef Patron at Chapter One by Mickael Viljanen, a two Michelin-starred fine-dining restaurant situated in a fine Georgian house in the heart of Dublin's north inner city. Prior to this, Mickael served as the executive chef at The Greenhouse restaurant in Dublin, where he achieved two Michelin Stars in 2019 . His impressive portfolio includes multiple titles such as "Chef of the Year" and "Restaurant of the Year". Gary and Gareth chat to Mickael about his incredible journey from his native Finland to being one of the most respected chefs in the business AND his refreshing attitude to snooty restaurants. There's also Ingrediant of The Week and your Culinary Conundrums. Don't forget to send in your questions for Gaz & Gary to answer in series 2 to Food@GoLoudNow.com.

Gillian Nelis is managing editor of the Business Post Media Group, and editor of Food&Wine magazine. She has more than 25 years of experience in journalism, and has worked across news, features, property, lifestyle and more. She has been the Business Post Magazine's restaurant critic for eight years, and is the host of the Plate food podcast. In this week's episode Gilian gives Gareth and Gary a unique insight into the world of one of Ireland's most respected/feared food critics and why visiting on opening night is a no-no.Don't forget to send in your questions for Gaz & Gary to answer in series 2 to Food@GoLoudNow.com.

Ryan O'Sullivan, the talented chef from Cork, emerged victorious in Hell's Kitchen season 22! In the thrilling finale, Ryan secured the coveted position of head chef at Hell's Kitchen Las Vegas, a prestigious role under the watchful eye of the renowned Gordon Ramsay. As if that weren't enough, he also pocketed a cool $250,000 cash prize. Gareth and Gary caught up with Ryan to discuss his experience on the show, his beginnings home in Cork, life in America and what his plans are for the future. Don't forget to send in your questions for Gaz & Gary to answer in series 2 to Food@GoLoudNow.com.

Una Leonard, the talented baker and owner of 2210 Patisserie, has an incredible and inspiring story. Despite facing challenges related to her mental health, Una found solace in baking and turned it into her passion and profession. In this week's episode of Dishing It Out Una gives a raw and courageous account of her struggles and how the kitchen in her Mam's house became a life saviour at the lowest time of her life. She's a remarkable woman with a remarkable story.Don't forget to send in your questions for Gaz & Gary to answer in series 2 to Food@GoLoudNow.com.

Philip Kampff is a TV industry legend and his incfedible career has taken him from working with Mr Blobby to Operation transformation and most sacrily of all to working along side Gary in his hugely successful show The Restaurant. In this week's episode Philip catches up with Gary and tells the lads how the whole concept came about, how he answers critics of Operation Transformation and the boys get into it about herbs. Enjoy!Don't forget to send in your questions for Gaz & Gary to answer in series 2 to Food@GoLoudNow.com.

Welcome to Season 2 of Dishing it Out with Gary O'Hanlon and Gareth Mullins as they cook up another feast of great guests, stories and foodie tips. In the first episode they are joined by 'the man with a thousand voices' ,impressionist Al Foran who discusses his meteoric rise, his most emotional gig and what Conor McGregor REALLY thinks of his impression. Don't forget to send in your questions for Gaz & Gary to answer in series 2 to Food@GoLoudNow.com.

A bit of a different vibe for the last episode of the current series of “Dishing It Out”. We've learned loads about Gareth & Gary over the past 11 episodes, but let's find out a bit more! A bowl full of probing questions is in front of them and just under an hour to get through them all! Send in your questions for Gaz & Gary to answer in series 2 to Dishing@GoLoudNow.com. Sponsored by Cully & Sully

Chef, author of “Flavour” and recipe columnist with The Irish Times, Mark Moriarty joined us for a catch up. A seriously talented chef who has been making a name for himself internationally with TV shows and competitions. Mark has some great plans to make a sustainable career with his own dining experience combined with a studio space. Plus your kitchen queries are answered and some more recommendations for some must have kitchen gadgets. Send in your questions to Dishing@GoLoudNow.com. Sponsored by Cully & Sully

How do chefs come up with their menus? How important are the seasons on influencing what you eat when you visit a restaurant? Gareth and Gary are delving into their years of experience to give a bit of a peek behind the kitchen pass on how they work and operate.Plus your kitchen queries are answered and some more recommendations for some must have kitchen gadgets. Send in your questions to Dishing@GoLoudNow.com. Sponsored by Cully & Sully

It's a brand new year, and to kick it off, we're joined by presenter, fitness enthusiast and Love Island winner, Greg O'Shea. He chats about his family history when it comes to food, how Gareth helped him stop screwing up pasta, and how his fitness app, BETTR, can help anyone get into better shape in 2024. It might even make Gaz run a marathon again. Plus we share some useful kitchen gadget recommendations and give you one of the best tips for finding a place to eat when you're traveling abroad. Send in your questions to Dishing@GoLoudNow.com.

Known to many as Elmo from the hit RTÉ drama "Love/Hate", Laurence Kinlan joins us for a chat. He is a massive foodie who enjoys a nice restaurant as much as standing by the barbecue with a glass of red wine cooking a steak. He also brings up one memory where he is cooking to impress his now wife, but it doesn't all go to plan! Plus we share some useful kitchen gadget recommendations, as well as answering your cooking queries all about game and butter substitutions.Send in your questions to Dishing@GoLoudNow.com.

We are joined this week by writer, broadcaster and producer Maïa Dunphy who dishes out the real truth behind her MasterChef Ireland experience almost a decade on. She talks through some of her family dining traditions, coping with fussy eaters and brings one of the most sentimental books into Cookbook Corner.Plus we share some essential kitchen gadget recommendations, as well as answering your cooking queries and offering our advice on the perfect chicken wings to what to do if your kid wants to work in the food industry.Send in your questions to Dishing@GoLoudNow.com