Podcast
That Food and Wine Show - Food and Lifestyle
Hosted by Nerida Conway · EN
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.
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Al Dente Beginnings: How Chef Andrea Vignali Built a Melbourne Icon
Mar 400:45:34Tap to summarizeChef Andrea Vignali sits down with me to unpack the wild ride that took him from Italy to Melbourne with barely a word of English, to building Al Dente — first as a lockdown pasta delivery service, now as a refined but approachable enoteca. He opens up about cross‑cultural love, the chaos of early days, and why true Italian craftsmanship (especially prosciutto) still drives everything he cooks.
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Ken Leung’s Culinary Journey from Hong Kong to Flinders Lane
Dec 1500:31:09Tap to summarizeIn this inspiring conversation, we sit down with Ken Leung, a Hong Kong native whose story is a testament to grit, humility, and vision. From helping in his parents’ restaurant as a young man to opening his first café in Melbourne, Ken has steadily carved out a remarkable path in the city’s dining scene. Today, he leads two standout venues on Flinders Lane: the vibrant, casual Cha Ching and the refined, elegant Lexy. With plans already underway for a third restaurant, Ken shares how hard work, resilience, and a deep respect for food and people have fueled his success. This episode is a celebration of perseverance, creativity, and the power of staying humble while building extraordinary things.
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29 year old Thierry - 3 fiercely iconic businesses - authentically Greek
Dec 1500:48:13Tap to summarizeAt just 29, Eleftheria ‘Thierry’ Amanatidis is redefining Melbourne’s Greek dining scene while carrying forward a family legacy that began in Yarraville more than five decades ago. As co-owner of three thriving venues (and a stunning cook book)—Eleni’s Kitchen + Bar, Jimmy’s Deli, and Cakes by Thierry—she embodies resilience, tradition, and innovation in equal measure.
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Noosa Dining - Bandita: Tips, Tales & Tacos
Nov 1200:22:36Tap to summarizeImagine yourself strolling along Gympie Terrace, the Noosa River glistening just beside you. You step into a neighbourhood cantina that’s modern, casual, and full of life. The air is rich with the flavours of Mexico, but every bite tells the story of local producers from across the Sunny Coast. It’s the kind of place where you can relax into the moment—whether it’s a quick catch-up with friends or a long, lazy evening. Today, we’re sharing the heart and soul of this cantina, where coastal charm meets Mexican warmth
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The ‘Subtletea’, of turning a simple idea for a drink, into a Dan Murphy’s staple.
Jun 2400:42:41Tap to summarizeNerida chats with Sammy, the founder of Subtletea, about turning a simple idea into a Dan Murphy’s staple.
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Exotic Bazaar - a chat about spices and strategy
Mar 31, 202500:38:12Tap to summarizeNerida 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.
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These drinking glasses are INCREDIBLE! Denver& Liely
Mar 24, 202500:41:10Tap to summarizeNerida 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!
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Fevertree - not all tonics are created equal!
Sep 3, 202400:33:32Tap to summarizeWhat 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!
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Nerida chat to Greg Kahan about their 3 new incredible venues at Marvel Stadium & inspiring journey.
Jun 18, 202400:28:27Tap to summarizeMarvel 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.
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Catherine is solving the olive oil waste (pomace) problem, using it to create natural skincare.
May 10, 202400:38:09Tap to summarizeCatherine 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.
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