Nerida Conway discovers what is new and exciting in the world of food and entertaining, featuring an array of great Chefs, producers and winemakers who will share their favourite recipes, secrets and food experiences.
Nerida has a fascinating chat with Gilavor Pour - owner of Exotic Bazaar about relocating from Iran to Australia, setting up a business and her incredibly delicious range of recipe bases.
Nerida chats to Denver - owner of Denver & Liely - about his brilliant, engineered glassware range. These hand-blown beauties are all about enhancing your wine experience. They aerate your wine and decant for you—just open the bottle, and pour! They have a handy 150ml visual measure, and are suitable for ANY wine you want to drink. Have a listen…So fascinating!
What makes a good mixer? Does it make much difference to your drink? And how is tonic made? Gorgeous Trish from Fevertree talked me through these important topics, and it's revolutionised my drinks experience!
Marvel Stadium in Melbourne's Docklands is positioning itself as a dining attraction, following the global trend of ‘quality dining at sports stadiums'. In this episode, Nerida chats with Greg Kahan (CEO - Kahan group) about his incredible hospitality journey. culminating in successfully launching two exquisite restaurants and a stunning wine bar, within Marvel Stadium - an important turning point in hospitality at stadium venues.
Catherine is solving the olive oil waste (pomace) problem, by using it to make glorious, natural skincare. With over 20 years experience as CEO and owner of ‘Aromababy', Italian heritage and a love of olives, Catherine chats with Nerida about this exciting chapter and the potential to solve multiple problems in this space.
Ever wondered what it would be like to bake and make yummy treats for a living? In this episode, Nerida chats with Angelica, Group pastry chef of the world-famous Movida group, about her pathway and what it's really like. By the way, have you eaten there lately?
Mrs Tran was a refugee starting over in Aus. She is now the matriarch of one of the best producers of Asian groceries in the country, catering for all dietaries. It's a fascinating story!! Have a listen…
Not all KFC (Korean fried chicken) Is created equal! In this podcast, Nerida chats to Anice So, part owner of FUNDA about their fantastic Korean dining experience. It's a revelation!
If you haven't visited the little town of Tanunda, in the Barossa Valley, you are truly missing out. Preserved to perfection, the buildings, hospitality and wines are world class. Nerida had a chat to gorgeous Emily – Estate manager at Krondorf wines about their exquisite cellar door, and what to do/ where to go, if you find yourself in this blissful part of the world. Have a listen…
‘This was the BEST experience'. Nerida chats to Fiona Sweetman from ‘hidden secrets tours' about her fascinating (and FUN) Walking tours of Melbourne - and why you need to go on one.
What's hand-wash got to do with a good restaurant? A lot, as it turns out! In this episode, Nerida chats with Sarah - owner of award-winning body, hair and home range DENU. It's fascinating to hear about Sarah's business, and how important ‘scent' is, for restaurants and home.
When Chef Luke Mangan partnered with Pro Invest Group, real magic happened! Luke and Bruce chat to Nerida about mixing up the traditional hotel restaurant and bar scene, creating wait-list worthy venues.
In this episode, Nerida & Bruce Ryde, GM of Hotel Kimpton Margot, discuss the new dawn of world-class hotel dining, ingenious partnerships, Pro Invest Group's clever strategy, and what's new in Australia's luxury & boutique hotel space.
Nerida chats to fabulous Marcus Radney From Gonzo, Vino wines, about his fascinating journey from a world-class, sommelier at Vue De Monde, to having his own wine label, and why he is bringing back the good ol' cask, but not, as you know it!
Have you visited Trawool estate yet? Only an hour from Melbourne, this historic venue has been meticulously refurbished. And honestly, it's a luxurious foodies DREAM. In this episode, Nerida chats with owner Wes, and Chef Bob about this spectacular place, and why you need to book it for your next staycation.
Hear what went into creating one of the best Italian restaurants around - Grazia, in Melb's Glen Iris.
Young entrepreneurs Charlie and Daniel had an idea. 3 years later, they stock their phenomenal product range - Vitadrop in supermarkets nationally. Nerida chats to co-owner Charlie Wood about how they did it, and finds out what it's all about.
How did mum of two - Sandra Foti start arguably one of Australia's most authentic and successful Gelato businesses?
Nerida meets with Sammy, Chef and Owner of Diana - the best Korean Chinese restaurant in Sydney!
Nerida chats with Holly Nash from Paradise Pantry about how she cuts back sugar, by replacing it with Lakanto.
Nerida chats with Eliza Brown about the stunning and award winning All Saints Winery in Rutherglen, Victoria
Nerida chats to the people behind the delicious Charlies Cookies
Winner of the Jimmy Watson Award at the Royal Melbourne Wine Awards for 2021
Nerida chats to chef, restaurant owner and mate Scott Pickett about his extra business growth and how he has adapted in the changing hospitality landscape.
Nerida talks to the Creative Director of the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival - Pat Nourse, about how the festival will work this year, post Covid.
Nerida chats to co-owner of St Remio coffee, Julia Tink. Julia and her husband Trent Knox contribute to coffee growing communities by providing education and infrastructure directly at the source. With each purchase of St Remio, you are choosing to empower the female coffee farmers at origin and have a meaningful impact on their lives.
Nerida chats with Michael, Manager for RASV awards programs at this years Australian International Coffee Awards.
Nerida chats with Judge Gabe, from this years Australian International Coffee Awards
Nerida Chats to Melissa, the Head Judge at this years Australian International Coffee Awards
Nerida gets some fabulous tips on flying with children and more, from talented business woman Catherine Cervasio from Aromababy.
Nerida chats with Penny & Judi, a mother and daughter team organising the Citi Taste of Tennis in Melbourne.
Nerida chats to Runaldo from Wild Freight Train Chillies about whipping up his award winning sauces from his kitchen and all things chilli.
Peter and Zoe Phillips with Josh Lopez
Nerida chats with Kylie Guest about delicious chestnuts
Nerida chats with Tony Poyner, Plantation Director for Nerada Tea from Queensland.
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