The Crackling - a food podcast.

It all started on the Balzanelli family homestead where traditions and smallgoods has been passed down the generations. Marco Balzanelli (Four Bees and Balzanelli Smallgoods) is at the helm of this extraordinary third-generation strong smallgoods specialist and joins us to share yarns of the family and the art of great charcuterie. https://www.instagram.com/balzanellismallgoods/ Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR EXCLUSIVE ARTICLES, NEWS, GIVEAWAYS AND BEHIND THE SCENES https://deepintheweeds.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=d33e307cf7100cf947e2e6973&id=d17d8213f5

Pub restaurants have changed dramatically in the last decade or so, but it's tricky to find the right balance between pub grub and an elevated dining offering. We catch up with Wayne Algar (The Inn, Ainslie) who is leading the team of on the first floor of one of Canberra's best pubs. https://www.edgarsinn.com.au/theinn Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR EXCLUSIVE ARTICLES, NEWS, GIVEAWAYS AND BEHIND THE SCENES https://deepintheweeds.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=d33e307cf7100cf947e2e6973&id=d17d8213f5

He left the public service and followed his love of food, and now Louis Couttoupes (Onzieme) has one of the most dynamic and exciting restaurants in Canberra. He joins us to share his gifted approach to cooking over fire and old school hospitality. https://www.onzieme.com.au/ Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR EXCLUSIVE ARTICLES, NEWS, GIVEAWAYS AND BEHIND THE SCENES https://deepintheweeds.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=d33e307cf7100cf947e2e6973&id=d17d8213f5

It all started when Eli Bailey (Dewsbury Pork) was collecting firewood from a neighbour who offered him some pigs. Now after years of hard work he is dedicated to preserving and promoting the Hampshire and Duroc breeds and their genetics within Australia. https://www.dewsburyspork.com.au/ Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR EXCLUSIVE ARTICLES, NEWS, GIVEAWAYS AND BEHIND THE SCENES https://deepintheweeds.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=d33e307cf7100cf947e2e6973&id=d17d8213f5

He is one of the most talented young chefs in the country, but Mal Hanslow (Pilot and Such and Such) is also one of the most humble. He's not only showing restraint beyond his years, he's inspiring his young team to do special things in the nation's capital. https://www.andsuchandsuch.com/ Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR EXCLUSIVE ARTICLES, NEWS, GIVEAWAYS AND BEHIND THE SCENES https://deepintheweeds.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=d33e307cf7100cf947e2e6973&id=d17d8213f5

One of Australia's most celebrated chefs, Martin Boetz (Shortgrain) has had pork at the centre of many of his creations in the kitchen. After years wowing Sydneysiders with Longrain, and putting on feasts to remember in the Hawksbury he's now making his mark on the Brisbane landscape – and Brisbanites can't get enough of him. https://www.shortgrain.com.au/ Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR EXCLUSIVE ARTICLES, NEWS, GIVEAWAYS AND BEHIND THE SCENES https://deepintheweeds.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=d33e307cf7100cf947e2e6973&id=d17d8213f5

After dabbling with smallgoods as a chef, Damon Porter (Saison Smallgoods) took a leap of faith and chanced his arm on a career detour as a charcutier. The shift has been nothing short of monumental, with his smallgoods considered some of the best in Australia. https://saisonsmallgoods.com.au/ Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR EXCLUSIVE ARTICLES, NEWS, GIVEAWAYS AND BEHIND THE SCENES https://deepintheweeds.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=d33e307cf7100cf947e2e6973&id=d17d8213f5

Renowned for his unwavering dedication to quality produce, Javier Cordina (Moda Restaurant) meticulously selects the freshest ingredients each morning, personally visiting local markets to ensure only the best finds its way onto his plates. His pork creations are no different, where he uses local pigs and best in class produce of the day to create something special. https://www.modarestaurant.com.au/ Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR EXCLUSIVE ARTICLES, NEWS, GIVEAWAYS AND BEHIND THE SCENES https://deepintheweeds.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=d33e307cf7100cf947e2e6973&id=d17d8213f5

Cooking over fire is the most primal form of cookery, but it also demands instinct, awareness and a willingness to read the elements and produce accordingly. Ryan Carlson (Agnes) is leading the kitchen of one of Australia's most exciting establishments where they have an exciting pork program that challenges the team to think differently when cooking pork over fire. https://anyday.com.au/agnes-venue-page Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR EXCLUSIVE ARTICLES, NEWS, GIVEAWAYS AND BEHIND THE SCENES https://deepintheweeds.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=d33e307cf7100cf947e2e6973&id=d17d8213f5

The Schultz Family Farm has been operating since 1894, with the fifth generation currently growing up on the property and raising pigs. Vaughn Schultz is passionate about ethical husbandry and believes animals deserve to be treated with appreciation and respect. The animals have constant access to the outdoors; forest and pasture, to turn stones, dig in soil and wallow, to see the sky and express natural instincts. This amazing natural environment and a quality diet is the key to flavour. https://www.schultzfamilyfarms.com.au/ Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR EXCLUSIVE ARTICLES, NEWS, GIVEAWAYS AND BEHIND THE SCENES https://deepintheweeds.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=d33e307cf7100cf947e2e6973&id=d17d8213f5

It's not uncommon to see signature dishes in the spotlight, but rarely do we see a hero dish using an animals extremities so widely championed in the media as we have with today's guest Brendan Fong (Hubert) who has put pig's totters well and truly in the spotlight. https://www.instagram.com/brendan.fong/?hl=en Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

It's the Deep in the Weeds podcast network Christmas episode and we've rounded up all our hosts - Dani Valent, Shanteh Wale, John Susman and Anthony Huckstep for a good old chin wag on the year that was, what were hoping for in 2024 and a few Christmas yarns too. Tune in! https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

Many people agree that bacon possess one of the most alluring aromas and eating experiences on the planet, but how do you make the world's best? For Luke Jensen at Meat Cellar in Toowoomba Queensland, it's all about decades on the tools and a collaborative work environment. https://meatcellar.com.au/ Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

There are many pig breeds farmed in Australia, all delivering very different culinary experiences. For Shaun Blenkiron (Gumshire Pork) and his family, The Hampshire breed is central to their farm and business. https://www.instagram.com/gumshire_pork/?hl=en Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

Local, seasonal and sustainable food is central to many regional restaurants. And for Trevor Perkins (Hogget Kitchen) a nose to tail approach when it comes to meat and fish preparation is not only at the core of their local sustainability ethos, it's just the tip of the I ever too. https://www.hogget.com.au/ Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

In Australia the humble sandwich is part and parcel of many diets. But when it comes to sandwiches Italy's panino and its many iterations are hard to beat. For Peter Mastro, the vision of his Panino bar began as a child. https://www.saluministi.com.au/ Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

Showcasing the culinary offerings from one's heritage and presenting them in a modern context are a common feature of many restaurants in Australia. For chef Adrianne De Jesus Davo (Luna, Canberra), the chance to re-imagine food with complex umami flavours or fun twists is getting her recognised far and wide. https://lunabar.com.au Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

Growing up in a mixed family with different heritage and cultures is not uncommon to most people in Australia, but what impact does that have on a career and approach as a chef? For Adam D'Sylva (Decca and Boca Gelato) it's about embracing the beauty of it all and nuancing it to create the best possible dining experience. https://www.instagram.com/adamdsylvachef/?hl=en Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

Born and raised for their entire lives in a stress-free, natural outdoor environment – Gooralie pigs are free to roam 24 hours a day and live their best lives. For farmer Charisse Ladner it's an environment that also produces incredible pork too. https://www.gooraliefreerangepork.com.au Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

At Eco Valley Farm pigs are pasture raised in small groups and rotationally grazed in a combination of open grazing grass country and native forest bushland. Farmer Randal Breen believes this results in happy, healthy pigs that are free to express their inner piggyness. https://www.echovalley.com.au Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

Many pig farmers are 2nd or third generation, some get into it to be on the land, and others because they love pigs, but for Helen Jones and her husband Grant from Happy Pig Farm, it was a happy accident. https://www.instagram.com/happypigpork/ Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

Pasta is one of the most beautiful crafts in the world and one of many gastronomic gifts from Italy. And for Joel Valvasori (Lulu La Delizia) specialising in the premium fresh pasta and the delights of Friuli and the Venetian spice route sets his restaurant apart from the pack. https://lululadelizia.com.au Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

When chefs are young they're often eager to impress, do a little too much to dishes and over-work produce to stand out on the plate. As renowned chef Rob Kabboord has matured he's realised the true mastering of your craft lies in restraint and bringing maximum flavour to each and every dish. https://www.instagram.com/robkabboord/ Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

Working at a restaurant with a profound signature dish can have a lasting impact on a chef. For Jason Saxby (Raes on Wategos), the hero suckling pig he mastered at Pilu lives on in spirit as he carves his own path in northern NSW. https://www.instagram.com/chefjasonsaxby/?ref=axnnroyd Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

Feeding a lot of people at a high standard takes a special person, and a big team. But for Jason Chan (Canton Kitchen), it's become his forte as the young chef continues to push the limits on what's possible when you set your mind to it. https://www.bankstownsports.com/cantonkitchen Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

It's often talked about trying to find life/work balance in the food industry. But given the nourishing, community and connecting element of food, it's hard not to let it encapsulate your life. For Dominique Rizzo food is everything, and her immersion into food has lured many people along for the ride. https://dominiquerizzo.com/index-2/ Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

Taking things to the nth degree, nose to tail and a more sustainable approach has become the mantra du jour, but for Simon Furley (The Paddock) implementing protocols and being creative in the kitchen to fulfil that ethos is one of the joys of the trade. https://beechmontestate.com.au Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

Growing up in his family's restaurant Massimo Mele (Peppina, Grain of Silos) could have felt a career in food was probably inevitable. But he hasn't taken the move lightly. After plying his craft in Sydney and Melbourne, he returned to his home state Tasmania where he's helping take Tasmania into a new culinary era. https://massimomele.com Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

There aren't many careers these days where generation after generation follows in the footsteps of their ancestors. Where skills, knowledge and tricks of the trade are passed on to the next generation, and taken forward into a new era, but for 3rd generation butcher Craig Munro (Munro's Quality Meats), it's what lured him in. https://www.munrosqualitymeats.com.au Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

There are many that have dreams and aspirations of becoming a chef. Of rising the ranks and getting the opportunity to express themselves on the plate and bring joy, through food, to people's lives. For Anna Ugarte the journey of discovering herself on the plate finds her in some of the most amazing restaurants on the planet. https://www.instagram.com/trupunx/?hl=en Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

A career in food is alluring for many. Some find their place on the tools and learning the art and craft of butchery, and there are some, like Luke Leyson, that hone those skills and take on the world. https://www.instagram.com/lukeleyson/?hl=en Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

Chef Colin Barker (Megalong) spent years at the Boathouse as one of the countries best fish cooks, but now in the Megalong Valley he's exploring land-based proteins much more, and in particular the whole pig. https://megalongrestaurant.com.au Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

Sustainably farmed free-range pork is something that we expect these days, but what does it take to create a lifestyle for the pigs to give them their best life, and look after the environment too? For pig farmer Ian Martin (Martin's Ridge Farm), it's just a normal way of life to work with the land, the animals and the natural elements to find a synergy between them all. https://www.martinsridgefarm.com.au Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

In Thailand the pig is considered a lucky animal, and for Narin Kulasai (Porkfat) pork was at the heart of many of his family meals. Inspired by his grandmother's ability to utilise porkfat in almost every dish, he opened his first restaurant that explores the food passed down through generations in his family, and the food he loves to cook at home. https://www.porkfat.com.au Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

In food, people often want to know what someone's favourite restaurant is, their favourite dish, and sometimes even favourite ingredient to cook with. For Liam Downes (Black Cat Truffles) it's an absolute no brainer. The pig offers too many opportunities to pass up as his favourite. https://blackcattruffles.au Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

Porchetta is a thing of beauty, the wonderfully soft, seasoned meat, the crips crackling, it's one of the best ways to celebrate the pig. And few is any do it better than Orazio D'Elia (Da Orazio). https://www.instagram.com/da_orazio/?hl=en Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

What does it mean to be the very best. Many in the hospitality sector strive to be the best in their field, to be recognised by their peers, by the critics, and by their guests. But for Justin North (Concept Hospitality), aiming for the pinnacle and the vision of the best - changes as quickly as the culinary landscape. https://www.instagram.com/chefjustinnorth/?hl=en Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

The warm climate, incredible seafood and bounty of tropical fruit and vegetables all drive the menu and ambiance at award-winning restaurant Nu Nu in far North Qld, but for owner Nick Holloway, pork weaves a vital web through the menu to bring balance and depth too. https://www.nunu.com.au Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

Building a brand can give you the ability to branch out into other areas and explore new and exciting initiatives, for renowned chef Matt Wilkinson the solid foundation of successful hospitality businesses has spring boarded him into a raft of exciting food offerings, not just in hospitality. Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

There are many restaurants renowned for a signature dish.  Some chefs see it as a blessing for repeat business, others see it as a curse of repetition, but few share the same word of mouth folklore as Giovanni Pilu's suckling pig dish at his award-winning restaurant Pilu at Freshwater. https://pilu.com.au Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

In the food industry there are many Jack of all trades – because often small business requires such a hands on approach. For Steve Anderson (Wagga Free Range Pork) its business as usual as the free-range pig farmer is also a small good producer, marketing and sales person and all round inspiration too. https://www.instagram.com/wagga_free_range_pork/?hl=en Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

For over 40 years Michael Wohlstadt (The Dairy Man Heritage Pork) has produced milk and meat in the Barossa Valley. But more recently he's made a name for himself with the way he is farming pigs. Michael's Jersey Milk is used for butter and cream, but it's also used to raise free range Berkshire and Tamworth pigs. And it's likely to be the only milk-fed pig herd in Australia. https://thedairyman.com.au/heritage-pork/ Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

Cooking over fire has been a real feature of the restaurant landscape in the last 5-10 years downunder. It's where instinct comes to the for, but what is it like in a restaurant setting relying on the purest of heat sources? For Jake Kellie (Arkhé) the lure of the embers and open flame has resulted in one of the most exciting restaurants to open in Adelaide in recent history. https://www.instagram.com/arkhe_restaurant/?hl=en Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

There have been many people that have taken skills and lessons learnt in one vocation and used them as the backbone of another, but few have done it quite like Luke Powell. The former head chef of Tetsuya's now has one of the most exciting smallgoods brands in the country, with LP's Quality Meats. https://lpsqualitymeats.com Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

One of the beautiful elements of the evolution of Australia's culinary landscape is the blurring of the lines between restaurant and Bar. And few have managed to nail that balance from a food perspective better than Josh Lundy (Bar Rochford, Canberra) in the nation's Capital. http://www.barrochford.com Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

There is always talk about the impact big supermarkets have had on a career as a butcher, on the local hub of the community and the art of incredible butchery. But there are some, like Brett Laws that have turned those thoughts on their head with incredible skill, determination, and dedication to the incredible craft. https://www.instagram.com/butcher_lawsy/?hl=en Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

We used to think of it as the wild West. Western Australia was once considered a culinary wasteland, but a swag of professionals have come along to explore nature's bounty and deliver some of Australia's best restaurants, and for Brendan Pratt (Vasse Felix, Western Australia) he wouldn't want it any other way. https://www.instagram.com/chefbrendanpratt/?hl=en Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

For many chefs that start to build a career, there is a moment that they find their voice, and it ignites something special from within them. For Annita Potter (Viand, Sydney) it was moving to Thailand, and her culinary world was turned on its head. https://www.viand.club Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

There are many that carve out incredible careers in the hospitality sector, but few have an ability to re-imagine food and carve a new path for Australian cuisine. Brent Savage (The Bentley Group) had humble beginnings, but his fascination in cooking methods, and natural creative flair have taken many guests to new, uncharted places on the plate. https://www.bentleyrestaurantgroup.com.au/bentley-restaurant-bar Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

With a Croatian heritage Daniel Dobra (Market Bistro, Queensland) grew up in a household where food was front and centre, It wasn't uncommon to eat anything from crayfish on the charcoal grill to a pig on the spit for family gatherings. It was only natural he'd end up carving out a career in the food industry. https://marketbistro.com.au Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork

There are many paths to a career in food. Some come from families that place food at the heart of everything, others land on food out of necessity and discover a whole new enticing world. Jimmy Richardson's (Leonard's Brasserie, Brisbane) food journey began as a child, going home from school for lunch where he'd take control of the kitchen and create pasta or rice meals for himself while his mother was at work. https://www.leonardsanddawn.com.au Follow The Crackling https://www.instagram.com/thecracklingpodcast/ Follow Huck https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/ Follow PorkStar https://www.instagram.com/porkstars/?hl=en https://www.porkstar.com.au LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork