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The Food Fight

Quicksand Foodwww.quicksandfood.com
Food culture in Australia is unique and revered. With an abundance of amazing chefs and venues, Australia is on the cutting edge of food culture, globally. Join us as we chat about the realities of the food and hospitality industries. We dive deep into worlds behind the pass, on the farm, or in the office - exploring what makes our food world tick. Hosts Stef Posthuma (Quicksand Food) and Simon Evans (Caveau Restaurant & Night Parrot Bar & Kitchen) chat with a host of industry professionals to lift the lid on all things food.

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Episodes

The Illawarra Cookbook: Harbourfront Seafood Restaurant

Stefan Posthuma chats with Harbourfront chef Andy Mcormack and Levelone Manager Tim Day about the process of running a large, multifaceted venue, fresh seafood, and the evolution of Wollongong hospitality. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 09, 201741 min

The Illawarra Cookbook: Earth Walker & Co

Stefan Posthuma chats with Ciara and Bianca from Earth Walker & Co about the challenge of trying to source only local, sustainability and the opportunities for the modern general store. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 09, 201745 min

The Illawarra Cookbook: 2 Smoking Barrels

Stefan Posthuma chats with 2 Smoking Barrels owner Andy Burns about the realities of running a food truck and the logistical challenges for operating in numerous locations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 09, 201712 min

The Illawarra Cookbook: Son of a Gun

Stefan Posthuma chats with Andy Burns about coffee culture in Wollongong and the food and coffee at Son of a Gun. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 09, 201712 min

The Illawarra Cookbook: The Throsby

The Throsby wine bar - the wine tasting podcast. Stefan Posthuma joins The Throsby owner Erick Zevallos, Caveau chef/owner Simon Evans, Babyface chef/owner Andy Burns and manager David Pearce. 6 wines tasted, fun ensued. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sep 09, 20172 hr 10 min

The Illawarra Cookbook: Mountain Range Farm

Stefan Posthuma chats with Mountain Range Farm owner, Lance Carr about community farms and the history of the Mountain Range property. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 20, 201729 min

The Illawarra Cookbook: Delano Coffee

Stefan Posthuma chats with Delano manager Boris Georgiou about the world of coffee and how to keep quality with scale. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 20, 201757 min

The Illawarra Cookbook: The Schoolhouse

Stefan Posthuma chats to Schoolhouse owner and cheesemaker - Kirsten McHugh about growing and processing tea, making cheese from South Coast milk, and developing food communities Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 20, 201758 min

The Illawarra Cookbook: South Sailor

Stefan Posthuma chats with South Sailor chef/owner Graham Ette about South Coast seafood, processing whole fish and using them for poke. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 20, 201731 min

The Illawarra Cookbook: The Postmans

Stefan Posthuma chats with the team from The Postman's about their menu development, food in thirroul and making use of Illawarra produce. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 20, 201720 min

The Illawarra Cookbook: Bill & James

Stefan Posthuma chats with chef/owner of Bill & James - Aaron Anderson about seasonal menus and income streams for cafes outside day trading. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 20, 201756 min

The Illawarra Cookbook: Franks n Beans

Stefan Posthuma chats with Franks and Beans chef/ owner Peter Padlan about suburban cafes and poaching perfect eggs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 20, 201730 min

The Illawarra Cookbook: Flour, Water, Salt

Stefan Posthuma chats with Flour, Water, Salt owner Kirsty Hilkemeijer about their concept, food around Kiama and sausage rolls. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 20, 201717 min

The Illawarra Cookbook: Ruby’s Mt Kembla

Stefan Posthuma chats with Ruby's chef/ owner Scott Woods about his menu, the history of the heritage building and his journey from dishwasher to Chef/Owner at Ruby's. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 19, 201730 min

The Illawarra Cookbook: Dagwood

Stefan Posthuma chats with Dagwood manager Byron and Chef John about creating atmosphere in a bar, cocktails, and the LA street food inspired menu. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 19, 201723 min

The Illawarra Cookbook: Glenbernie Orchard

Stefan Posthuma chats with Glenbernie orchard owner and farmer - Jo-Anne Fahey about generational farming, value adding, cider, and public engagement. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 19, 201734 min

The Illawarra Cookbook: The Pines Dairy

Stefan Posthuma chats with Pines owners Mahlah and Kel Grey about the challenges of commercial dairy farming and the re-direction to micro dairying, local supply and value-adding. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 19, 201736 min

The Illawarra Cookbook: Mahbrook Organics

Stefan Posthuma chats with Mahbrook Organic farmer Chris Bridger about the challenges of organic farming and the realities of being certified. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 19, 201727 min

The Illawarra Cookbook: Popes Produce

Stefan Posthuma chats with Popes Produce market gardener Sarah Anderson about backyard market gardening in Wonoona. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 19, 201728 min

The Illawarra Cookbook: Kiama Farmer’s Market

Stefan Posthuma chats to Kiama Farmer's Market organiser - Trish Ashelford about the importance of a farmer's market community and her favourite seasonal produce. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 19, 201728 min

The Illawarra Cookbook: Hidden Harvest

Stefan Posthuma chats with Hidden Harvest founder - Berbel Franse about food waste and empowering individuals to make small changes. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 19, 20171 hr 24 min

The Illawarra Cookbook: Green Connect

Stefan Posthuma chats with Green Connect farm manager Callum Champagne about the green connect concept, social enterprise and providing jobs to refugees and disadvantaged youths. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 19, 201750 min

The Illawarra Cookbook: Samuel’s

Stefan Posthuma chats to Samuels chef and manager about the changing food scene in Thirroul and the changing demographic of the Illawarra. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 19, 201731 min

The Illawarra Cookbook: Balinese Spice Magic

Stefan Posthuma chats with Balinese Spice Magic chef and owner Juliana Mitry about being the only traditional Balinese restaurant in the Illawarra. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 19, 201749 min

The Illawarra Cookbook: The Blue Swimmer

Stefan Posthuma chats with Blue Swimmer owner Dan Dewhurst and chef Lauren Brown about the Gerroa community, meeting and connecting with suppliers, and harmony within a hospo team. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 19, 201723 min

The Illawarra Cookbook: Babyface

Stefan Posthuma chats with Babyface chef and owner Andy Burns about his menu, natural wine and the importance of front and back of house communication. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 19, 201750 min

The Illawarra Cookbook: Rookie

Stefan Posthuma Chats with chef and owner of Rookie - Dan Sherley about Rookie's developing identity and how to develop a relationship with your fish monger to become a better cook. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 19, 201743 min

The Illawarra Cookbook: Caveau

Stefan Posthuma chats with chefs and owners of Caveau in Wollongong - Tom Chiumento and Simon Evans about their menu, their local suppliers, foraging, food in the illawarra and chicken parmigiana. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 19, 20171 hr 5 min

The Illawarra Cookbook: Howlin Wolf

Stefan Posthuma chats with Howlin Wolf owner Luke Symons about old fashioneds and a night on the town in the gong. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 19, 201725 min

The Illawarra Cookbook: Sandygoodwich

Stefan Posthuma chats with Sandygoodwich owner Emma Huber about OCD croissant making and the challenges faced by staff & owners in hospitality. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 19, 201739 min
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