Eat It

Cam Smith speaks to the Spud Sisters about their history on the farm and the incredible diversity of the almighty potato.He also talks to Shane Buckley in NSW about growing organic oysters. Plus, John at the Queen Vic Market brings us his regular report.

Settle in for a relaxing chat with Cam and Matt on this wet and cold Easter Sunday. Chocolate, pasta, and more is all discussed with gusto before Angus Hean from Fin Wines of Dixon's Creek in the Yarra Valley cracks open the barrels to share his knowledge on the fine details their wines. This episode also comes with a bonus Gordon Ramsey anecdote. With presenters Cam Smith and Matt Steadman. Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/podcasts/eat-itCam Smith on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camsmith_eat_it/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/eatitrrrFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/EatItRRR/

Food writer and hospitality expert Dani Valent walks us around the farmers' markets and discusses kayaking goats and the current challenges of getting fresh produce to said markets. She also talks about where she's been dining lately and what she's been cooking at home. Clive Blazey, founder of The Digger's Club, explains how eucalypts are Australia's most dangerous export; and John from the Queen Victoria Market reminds us about the final weeks of the Summer Night Market. With presenters Cam Smith and Matt Steadman. Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/podcasts/eat-itCam Smith on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camsmith_eat_it/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/eatitrrrFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/EatItRRR/

Get your egg puns ready for the great Creme Egg heist and the magnificent headlines that ensued! Chef Cath Claringbold from Burch & Purchese Sweet Studio discusses the greatest thing that ever happened to a carrot and provides a delicious carrot recipe. Plus we drop a line into Lakes Entrance in the heart of Gippsland and dive into seafood with Sodafish's Nick Mahlook. With presenters Cam Smith and Karl ChapmanWebsite: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/podcasts/eat-itCam Smith on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camsmith_eat_it/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/eatitrrrFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/EatItRRR/

Nicky Riemer, chef at Bellota in South Melbourne, talks about her trip to Japan, and what she's cooking in her restaurant; John at Queen Victoria Market provides a fresh produce update; and Prosecco Queen Melissa Brauer chats all things prosecco. With presenter Cam Smith.Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/podcasts/eat-itCam Smith on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camsmith_eat_it/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/eatitrrrFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/EatItRRR/

Rosa Mitchell from Rosa's Canteen spruiks the Apollo Bay Seafood Festival, from sardines to scallops, southern rock lobster to orange roughys, and beyond, and also talks about what she's been cooking for her customers; John from the Queen Victoria Market reveals how he's shifted to a new location in the Market, and explains out how to perfectly ripen your tomatoes. And winemaker Duncan Buchanan takes a deep dive into Riesling, and shares how the grape season has been shaping up. With presenters Cam Smith and Matt Steadman. Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/podcasts/eat-itCam Smith on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camsmith_eat_it/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/eatitrrrFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/EatItRRR/

In the final 'Eat It' for 2022, Melbourne food writer Roslyn Grundy returns to talk about regional Victoria's sweep in the recent Good Food Guide, and Melbourne's hottest new restaurants; John from the Queen Vic Market discusses the best produce for the holiday season and John's specialty Christmas dishes; and winemaker Duncan Buchanan also returns to talk about the best non-alcoholic alternatives for Christmas. Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/podcasts/eat-itCam Smith on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camsmith_eat_it/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/eatitrrrFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/EatItRRR/

Nutritionist Rosemary Stanton joins Cam to talk about the impact Christmas time can have on our diets and how our views on nutrition have shifted over time. Then, Matteo Fulchiati, head chef at Fitzroy restaurant Lagotto, talks about how his career as a chef came to be, and key influences that have helped shaped his cooking. Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/podcasts/eat-itCam Smith on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camsmith_eat_it/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/eatitrrrFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/EatItRRR/

Food writer and journalist Dani Valent drops by the studio to discuss her current favourite cafes in Melbourne and how we can employ a ‘No Waste' policy in our kitchens; John from Queen Victoria market talks about new market produce and best prices. Then, winemaker Duncan Buchanan explains how Victoria's weather patterns are affecting crops. With presenters Cam Smith and Matt Steadman.Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/podcasts/eat-itCam Smith on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camsmith_eat_it/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/eatitrrrFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/EatItRRR/

Editor of the The Age ‘Good Food Guide' Roslyn Grundy reflects on the year and all the new ins-and-outs of Melbourne dining and food trends. Then, Attica owner Ben Shewry discusses his philosophy on restaurant success and his recent experiments in perfecting bolognese sauce. With presenters Cam Smith and Matt Steadman.Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/podcasts/eat-itCam Smith on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camsmith_eat_it/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/eatitrrrFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/EatItRRR/

Botanical Hotel chef Rabih Yanni talks about his range of heat-and-serve meals; Fermenter Sharon Flynn speaks about her home-made limoncello; and John from the Queen Victorian Market provides a fresh produce update .With presenters Cam Smith and Matt Steadman.Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/podcasts/eat-itCam Smith on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camsmith_eat_it/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/eatitrrrFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/EatItRRR/

Damien Nieuwesteeg talks about his career path to becoming chef at Melbourne Royal, and what keeps him inspired; and Kate Reid, Founder of Lune in Fitzroy, talks all things croissants and why she's so thrilled to be the author of new book 'Lune: Croissants All Day, All Night' and share with readers and fans her knowledge of croissant making techniques. With presenters Cam Smith and Matt Steadman.Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/podcasts/eat-itCam Smith on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camsmith_eat_it/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/eatitrrrFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/EatItRRR/

Joost Bakker talks about dismantling the Future Food System strucutre at Fed Square and moving it to Heronswood on the Mornington Peninsula; Noah Crowcroft, Executive Chef at Rice Paper Scissors, talks about the City and Fitzroy restaurants he shapes and runs;  and John from the Queen Victorian Market provides a fresh produce update. With presenters Cam Smith and Matt Steadman.Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/podcasts/eat-itCam Smith on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camsmith_eat_it/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/eatitrrrFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/EatItRRR/

Miranda Sharp, Founder and Director of Melbourne Farmers Markets, reflects on the history and success of the Melbourne Farmers Markets; Shuki Rosenboim, co-owner and co-founder of Very Good Falafel in Brunswick, discusses his new cookbook Very Good Salads; and John from the Queen Vic Market provides a fresh produce update. With presenter Cam Smith and Matt Steadman.Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/podcasts/eat-itCam Smith on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camsmith_eat_it/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/eatitrrrFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/EatItRRR/

Ingredipedia podcast hosts Emily Naismith and Ben Birchall celebrate 50 episodes of their podcast by sharing their favourite ingredients; and Dan Hunter, chef and owner of Brae restaurant, discusses their sustainable methods of farming and eating. With presenters Cam Smith and Kent Goldsworthy.Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/podcasts/eat-itCam Smith on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camsmith_eat_it/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/eatitrrrFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/EatItRRR/

Liz Hamilton from Melbourne Food and Wine Festival, discusses the expansion of the festival to the regions; Sharon Flynn, author and founder of The Fermentary, canvasses the magic of fermentation; and John from the Queen Vic Market provides a fresh produce update. With presenters Cam Smith and Karl Chapman.Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/podcasts/eat-itCam Smith on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camsmith_eat_it/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/eatitrrrFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/EatItRRR/

Ella Mitas, chef and author, talks about her new book detailing her culinary experiences in Turkey and Greece; and Duncan Buchanan, winemaker and viticulturist, discusses the recent budburst and what the onset of Spring means for winegrape growers. With presenters Cam Smith and Matt Steadman. Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/podcasts/eat-itCam Smith on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camsmith_eat_it/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/eatitrrrFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/EatItRRR/

Lee Tran Lam, journalist, podcaster, and broadcaster, talks about her new podcast series and unpacks the history of oysters; and Caterina Borsato, award winning chef and restaurateur, and owner of Caterina's Cucina E Bar, discusses her culinary journey and shares some tips for running a successful restaurant. With presenters Cam Smith and Matt Steadman.Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/podcasts/eat-itCam Smith on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camsmith_eat_it/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/eatitrrrFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/EatItRRR/

Shane Buckley, oyster grower and owner of Wapengo Rocks Wild Organic Oysters, discusses organic oyster farming and the best way to prepare an oyster; and John from the Queen Vic Market provides a fresh produce update. With presenters Cam Smith and Panel Beater.Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/podcasts/eat-itCam Smith on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camsmith_eat_it/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/eatitrrrFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/EatItRRR/

Michael Harden, Melbourne editor and restaurant critic for Australian Gourmet Traveller, and chefs, authors, and restaurateurs Gerald Diffey (Gerald's Bar) and Andrew McConnell (Gimlet) discuss Gerald's book Beggars Belief: Stories from Gerald's Bar, and explore what it takes to design and run a successful restaurant; and John from the Queen Vic Market provides a fresh produce update. With presenters Cam Smith and Tim Thorpe.Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/podcasts/eat-itCam Smith on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camsmith_eat_it/Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/eatitrrrFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/EatItRRR/

Donovan Cooke, restauranter, chef and author, discusses his culinary journey and his new restaurant Ryne; Duncan Buchanan, winemaker and viticulturist, explains the different varieties of champagne; and John from the Queen Vic Market provides a fresh produce update. With presenters Cam Smith and Karl Chapman.Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/podcasts/eat-itCam Smith on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camsmith_eat_it/Twitter: @EatItRRRFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/EatItRRR/

Restauranter, chef and author Karen Martini talks about her bumper new recipe book ‘COOK'; urban designer Joost Bakker talks about sustainable housing, growing your own food, and the documentary that's been made about him, GREENHOUSE BY JOOST, which is screening at MIFF; and it's time for another round of “What's That In Your Mouth?!”. With presenters Cam Smith and Matt Steadman.Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/podcasts/eat-itCam Smith on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camsmith_eat_it/Twitter: @EatItRRRFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/EatItRRR/

Founder of The Digger's Club, Clive Blazey, talks about soil health and growing your own vegies; Nick Mahlook, chef and co-owner of Lakes Entrance restaurant Sodafish, talks all things seafood; and John from the Queen Vic Market provides a fresh produce update. With presenters Cam Smith and Kent Goldsworthy.Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/podcasts/eat-itCam Smith on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camsmith_eat_it/Twitter: @EatItRRRFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/EatItRRR/

Jess Ho, author of 'Raised By Wolves' chats about their "memoir with bite"; Pavlova Queen Nerida McPherson talks about how she'll be giving away her pav secrets in upcoming pavlova workshops; the team talk about what could be the fastest closure of a restaurant in Melbourne history, and they ask “What's That In Your Mouth!?”  With presenters Cam Smith and Matt Steadman.Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/podcasts/eat-itCam Smith on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camsmith_eat_it/Twitter: @EatItRRRFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/EatItRRR/

Matt Lumalasi from Melbourne Rooftop Honey gives us an update on the Varroa destructor mite; coffee expert and barista judge Justin Metcalf talks about judging barista championships; and John at the Queen Victoria Market provides a produce update. With hosts Cam Smith and Karl Chapman.Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/podcasts/eat-itCam Smith on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camsmith_eat_it/Twitter: @EatItRRRFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/EatItRRR/

In this special episode, Cam and Matt revisit some classic Eat It conversations, including Sebastian Raeburn talking about the whiskey making process, Guy Grossi chatting about his legendary ‘Cellar Bar Cookbook', and Adrian from Hidden Souk sharing the wonders of cumin. With presenters Cam Smith and Matt Steadman.Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/podcasts/eat-itCam Smith on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camsmith_eat_it/Twitter: @EatItRRRFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/EatItRRR/

Hospitality expert Dani Valant talks about the economic health of the hospo industry and shares her tips on places she's been loving to eat right now; Mark and Victoria Briggs from new Paynesville restaurant Sardine talk about their ambitions for their restaurant; and John gives us a produce report from his home. With presenters Cam Smith and Kent Goldsworthy. Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/podcasts/eat-itCam Smith on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camsmith_eat_it/Twitter: @EatItRRRFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/EatItRRR/

Matt Lumalasi from Melbourne Rooftop Honey tells us about the terrorising Varroa Destructor Mite affecting the survival of bees; John Ford from Unearthed Mushroom Co. explains mycology, and Paul Kasten from Deep End Pizza let's us know the subtle differences of pizzas from around the world. With presenters Cam Smith and Matt Steadman.Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/podcasts/eat-itCam Smith on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camsmith_eat_it/Twitter: @EatItRRRFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/EatItRRR/

Giorgio Linguanti, founder of 'That's Amore Cheese' in Thomastown, talks about the ways in which Melbournians experience Italian cheeses has changed; Luke McMenemy-Collins, Head Chef at 'Sodafish' restaurant in Lakes Entrance, talks about what he's up to; and JonJo McEvoy, Director of Fin Wines in Dixons Creek, explains the unusual ways they do wine. With presenters Cam Smith and Matt Steadman Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/podcasts/eat-itCam Smith on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camsmith_eat_it/Twitter: @EatItRRRFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/EatItRRR/

Caterina Borsato from Caterina's Cucina E Bar talks about how to cook and eat polenta and how to marinate and cook venison; winemaker Duncan Buchanan chats about automation in wine; nutritionist Rosemary Stanton lets us know how to eat nutritiously and cheaply; and Cam and Matt have an exchance on finding Zen while making Minestrone. With presenters Cam Smith and Matt Steadman.Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/podcasts/eat-itCam Smith on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camsmith_eat_it/Twitter: @EatItRRRFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/EatItRRR/

Chef, baker and author Jo Barrett talks about what she'll be doing as guest chef at Dark Mofo, her recent work with Joost Bakker on Future Food Systems, what she's currently cooking and eating; John at the Queen Vic Market gives us a produce report; and Cam goes to Casa Nata in Thornbury, catching up with owners Nelson and Ruben, to eat the best Portuguese tarts he's ever had. With presenters Cam Smith and Matt Steadman.Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/podcasts/eat-itCam Smith on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camsmith_eat_it/Twitter: @EatItRRRFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/EatItRRR/

Legendary food writer Stephanie Alexander talks about the major film adaptation of 'The Tuscan Cookbook' (which she and Maggie Beer wrote over 20 years ago); John provides a market produce update from Queen Vic Market; and Aleksis, Executive Chef from Matilda 159 Domain, lets us know what's cooking - and also what to do with truffles. With presenters Cam Smith and Kent Goldsworthy.Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/podcasts/eat-itCam Smith on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camsmith_eat_it/Twitter: @EatItRRRFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/EatItRRR/

Pat Nourse from Melbourne Food and Wine Festival talks about being a new Melbournian and the trade workshops and tastings that he's running;  Duncan Gibson, co-owner of Hop Nation Brewery, has a chat about the Australian International Beer Awards, and we check in with John for a produce report from the Queen Vic Market. With presenters Cam Smith and Matt Steadman  Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/podcasts/eat-itCam Smith on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camsmith_eat_it/Twitter: @EatItRRRFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/EatItRRR/

Hanna Assafiri, founder of Melbourne's iconic Moroccan Soup Kitchen, talks about pandemic pivots and her future plans; and the Good Food Guide is back, with co-editor Roslyn Grundy explaining how they will be reviewing restaurants in a post-covid world. With presenters Cam Smith and Tim Thorpe, Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/podcasts/eat-itCam Smith on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camsmith_eat_it/Twitter: @EatItRRRFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/EatItRRR/

Writer and ex-food critic Gemima Cody lets us know about the upcoming Heritage Harvest Festival at Sovereign Hill; and Eat It regular we John at the Queen Vic Market provides a produce update; and Mornington Peninsula winemaker Duncan Buchananan gives a scintillating update on this year's vintage. With presenters Cam Smith and Matt Steadman.Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/podcasts/eat-itCam Smith on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camsmith_eat_it/Twitter: @EatItRRRFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/EatItRRR/

Catherine Hutchins and Aniyo Rahebi, co-founders of Good Edi edible takeaway coffee cup tell us about how their invention is going; John gives us a produce update from the Queen Vic Markets; and presenters Cam Smith and Kent Goldsworthy discuss the underappreciated Japanese pancake dish, okonomiyaki.Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/podcasts/eat-itCam Smith on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camsmith_eat_it/Twitter: @EatItRRRFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/EatItRRR/

RMIT Professor Benu Adhikari tells us about emerging food technologies like the rise of plant proteins and 4D printing food; and uthor I Wayan Kresna Yasa talks about his new book  'Paon: Real Balinese Cooking' out via Hardie Grant. With presenters Cam Smith and Matt Steadman.Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/podcasts/eat-itCam Smith on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camsmith_eat_it/Twitter: @EatItRRRFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/EatItRRR/

Mushroom expert Cam Russel talks about what to look for this mushroom season, and the potential dangers of foraging; John from the Queen Vic Market gives us a produce report (from his couch at home!); and wine educator Dan Sims has a chat about Pinot Palooza 2022. With presenters Cam Smith and Kent Goldsworthy.Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/podcasts/eat-itCam Smith on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camsmith_eat_it/Twitter: @EatItRRRFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/EatItRRR/

Food writer and photographer Emiko Davies talks about her new book 'Cinnamon and Salt: Cicchetti in Venice' and wine lover-expert Duncan Buchanan has a chat about low alcohol wines and let's us know how this year's vintage is shaping up; then a discussion about Melbourne institution Gopals takes place. With presenters Cam Smith and Matt Steadman. Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/podcasts/eat-itCam Smith on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camsmith_eat_it/Twitter: @EatItRRRFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/EatItRRR/

With presenter Cam Smith galavanting about the Melbourne International Food and Wine Festival, we thought we'd revisit some classic 'Eat It' interviews: Chef Alberto Fava of Tipo 00 tells us how to match pasta and sauce; Ceramicist Sam Gordon from Robert Gordon Ceramics reveals how plates affect your dining experience; and Raymond Capaldi from Wonder Pies let's us know what makes a great pie. Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/podcasts/eat-itCam Smith on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camsmith_eat_it/Twitter: @EatItRRRFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/EatItRRR/

Cam sits down for a big chat with Matt Wilkinson about his new role as Culinary Consultant at Montalto, and we check in with John at the Queen Vic Market for a fresh produce update. With presenters Cam Smith and Karl Chapman.Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/podcasts/eat-itCam Smith on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camsmith_eat_it/Twitter: @EatItRRRFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/EatItRRR/

Coffee legend from the Genovese coffee empire, Ray Genovese, stops by for a chat about coffee culture, and coffee prices; and food critics and hospitality expert Dani Valent lets us know about her fundraiser to help flood victims. With presenters Cam Smith and Matt Steadman.Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/podcasts/eat-itCam Smith on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camsmith_eat_it/Twitter: @EatItRRRFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/EatItRRR/