On the Relish podcast, international bartending celebrity and King of Cocktails Dale De Groff talks about the history of the craft, perfecting the classics, and what we can expect from Le Martini Bar at Crown Melbourne. And - think you know Marvel stadium? Well there's been some very big changes recently in their food and drink space, Shannon Martinez joins Kate to talk about the very swish sounding venues Amphora and Friends of Fire, and how they'll be feeding Melburnians outside of big...

On the Relish podcast, one of Melbourne’s great pizza joints is returning to the city. Remo Niccolini explains how he finally got his beloved A25 Pizzeria back into fine CBD digs, and gives us a hint on what to order when we visit.  Also, at 25 - Olivia Pietromatire has a very big gig as restaurant manager for Maha, Kate will find out how you make sure front of house makes a good dining experience great.  And then for one week only, it's Eat Drink Do Bendigo, as Kate shares a wrap of the...

On the Relish podcast - it's EASTER TIME! Kate chats to Philippa Grogan, founder and owner of the iconic Philippa’s bakery and products, about how much her hot cross buns might have changed in 30 years of baking. Also, Rachel Little pivoted mid-pandemic from fine dining to fabulous pies, Kate gets the story behind Miss Amelie Gourmet.  And in Eat Drink Do Melbourne, Bansho is dishing up French-Japanese fusion in Armadale, Brewmanity opens a rooftop brewery bar in South Melbourne, Moon Dog...

On the Relish podcast, could 2024 be the year of Amaro. Kate will ask Navi bar manager Miriam Wahlhutter who has designed an Amaro Tasting flight to get us all up to speed on that Italian liqueur. Also, in South Melbourne hospitality veteran Glen Bagnara has opened Castlerose, a moody basement supper club - Kate will get the scoop. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On the Relish podcast, Colt Dining opened to much acclaim in Mornington last October then burnt down three weeks after it opened. Kate chats to owner and chef Matti Fallon about where and how he's rising from the ashes.  Also, Joel Alderdice (Old-er-dice) is a Yarra Valley boy made good, with seriously impressive chef gigs under his belt including local hatted restaurant Tarrawarra Estate. Kate talks to him and local whisky bar owner Brendan Cavanagh about why they're opening a four-seat...

On the first Relish podcast for 2024, no fear of missing out if you get to the brand new FOMO cinemas in East Brunswick Village, co-founder Natalie Miller explains how they're offering a brilliant Food and Movie experience. And speaking of exciting new venues, Kate chats to Moon Dog co-founder Josh Ulyans about the mammoth plans they have for the iconic Franco Cozzo site in Footscray. And in Eat, Drink, Do Melbourne - Ugo Burrata Bar bringing cheesy dreams to South Melbourne Market,...

In the final Relish podcast for the year, Kate asks Herald Sun food and wine Editor Kara Monssen if 2023 delivered when it comes to food and drink, and what were her highlights? Also - Joseph Abboud moved iconic restaurant Rumi to a new home, opened a new bar and released a book in 2023 – Kate will find out how he's recovered after all that and how the new venues are faring.And in Eat, Drink Do Melbourne - New Years ideas from Stella Restaurant and Bar, Stokehouse Restaurant and Bar, Pipi’s...

On the next Relish podcast, good news for locals in the west, as some local hospo legends, including former Copper Pot owner Ashley Davis, take over much-loved pub, the Victoria Hotel in Footscray - Ash shares all the details. Also, Brick Lane Brewing’s Paul Bowker reveals all about their huge new venue right near the Queen Vic – Brick Lane Market.  And in Eat, Drink, Do Melbourne - Avani wines reveal their new Summer Dining Popup lineup, Gimlet celebrate a summer of cherries with a special...

On the Relish podcast, pastry chef and Instagram sensation Rosemary Andrews is opening her first bricks and mortar store - Mietta by Rosemary - and Kate finds out where we can find it.  Also, at the Next Hotel in town La Madonna nabbed a new head chef, Paul Turner shares how he's put his stamp on the restaurant's Milan meets Beijing theme. And in Eat Drink Do Melbourne,  Pincho Disco is taking us on a tasty tour of Latin America, The Goods Shed opens in Ballarat with new dining and drinking...

On the next Relish podcast, the Melbourne whisky bar owner who has just opened a new venue celebrating the joy that is Italian aperitivo, and Kate is a self-confessed dumpling feed, so she grabs all the details on the Downtown Dumpling Market which is set up right now at Birrarung Marr.And in Eat, Drink, Do Melbourne - Johnny’s Green Room jazzes up their rooftop for summer, Scott Pickett convinces Tom Parker Bowles (the son of Queen Camilla) to come to Melbourne for two special events, Hazel...

On the Relish podcast, two new venues from two seasoned operators.  First up, not entirely new, but moved and expanded, Kate chats to Joe Vargetto who's moved much-loved bistro Mister Bianco to new digs in leafy Kew, and the result is a much bigger, better and more varied offering - he'll explain. Also, if you love Indian food, you’ll be familiar with Jessi Singh, well, he's about to open Bibi Ji - smack bang in the middle of Lygon Street Carlton. Kate gets the lowdown.  And in Eat Drink...

On the next Relish podcast, Kate chats to Noah Crowcroft, a bloke born in Toronto, and raised in Austin Texas who's now serving up terrific south-east Asian food at Rice Paper Scissors in Melbourne. Also, with only 275 qualified Master Sommeliers in the world, the team from MS Wine Club are two of them, they share how they'll hand-select wine for you and share all of their knowledge and passion. And in Eat, Drink, Do Melbourne - a long lunch with top chefs at Hotel Sorrento, Colt Dining...

On the Relish podcast, The Recreation in Fitzroy North has been a favourite with locals for seven years now, so just what can we expect from their new refresh? Co-owner Joe Durrant will explain.  Also, how tough is it to make your passion your profession? Martin Goffin walked away from a career in local government to open Red Gum Barbecue on the Mornington Peninsula, and he hasn’t looked back. Kate will find out how he did it, and where his new venue is. And in Eat Drink Do Melbourne,...

On the Reslish podcast, as Spanish restaurant and bar Bomba celebrates its tenth birthday, owner and chef Jesse Gerner explains the inspiration behind the popular joint, and how how they are marking a decade of fabulous food.  Also, we know food is a fickle business, but surely some of the toughest customers aren’t even always paying! How then do we keep fussy kids happy when it comes to school lunchboxes? Chef and mum Jerry Mai has been sharing her inspiration on social media, I'll get some...

On the Relish podcast, would you believe that Adrian Richardson's La Luna Bistro this month marks 25 years of feeding Melburnians, Kate asks Adrian about the secret to his success.Also, Movida Aqui has been dishing out delish Spanish food for 12 years, but it's just had a big refresh, owner and exec chef Frank Camorra explains what we can expect.  And in Eat Drink Do Melbourne, James Cornwall takes over Saturday sessions at Seville Estate. Melbourne icon the Studley Park Boathouse is back and...

On the Relish podcast, publican Vinnie Magrath explains how you renovate a classic pub without losing the character or the charm. Also, Josh Walker explains how he came to be making whisky in the beautiful country town of Timboon (and what that means for his cows!).** And in Eat Drink Do Melbourne, Victoria by Farmers Daughters & Four Pillars launch their Spring Sessions, details on the Espy’s great value Dumpling Degustation, Convoy Café celebrates their first birthday in Moonee Ponds,...

On this Relish podcast, Merrick Watts isn’t just a funny bloke, he’s a qualified wine specialist, Kate asks him what we can expect from his show "An Idiot’s Guide to Wine" when it arrives at Innocent Bystander Winery. Also, Nathan Toleman from the Mulberry Group has a swag of great bars and eateries, so what can we expect from his brand new CBD café "Square One"?And in Eat, Drink, Do Melbourne -  a Grand Gin & Pig Affair at Brunswick's Bouvier Bar, an Italian Feast with Peter Lehmann...

On the Relish podcast, Kate chats to the boys from Tommy's Booze, who made Italian liqueurs for punters in their pizza joint and are now selling them in bottle shops around the country. Also, Julia Tink explains how she and her partner started coffee empire St Remio, but made sure they gave back to the communities that make our caffeine adoration possible.And in "Eat Drink Do Melbourne", wintery fondue at Cutler and Co bar; a great value steak night with half price cocktails at Sebastian...

This week on Relish, Bodie Howell talks Gospel Whisky, their new Legacy release, and how you can make the most of "Rye July". Also, the Espy isn't finished with it's big changes, because at the back of the pub Italian-American diner "Louey's" has arrived, Kate chats to exec chef Tony Moss about what’s on the menu.   And in Eat Drink Do Melbourne, how you can get a quarter of your bill back at restaurants like Moonhouse and New Quarter, St Kilda’s Rufio launches a new winter menu,...

On the Relish podcast, one of the eastern suburb’s most loved European emporiums has opened a brand new wine bar, Anthony D’anna talks about his new baby, Enoteca Boccacio.Also, a couple of blokes with a great track record of running quality pubs have just taken over the classic Healesville Hotel, co-owner Scott Connolly shares what’s in store.  And in Eat Drink Do Melbourne, culture with carbs as Rossi Bar puts on jazz & lasagna nights, Pier Farm has a lunch special with views to die...

On the Relish podcast, Shane Delia talks 15 years of Maha and the village it takes to make a restaurant not just great, but much-loved; and Starward Whisky have done it again, returning from the World Spirits Competition with a barrel full of medals … production manager Sam Slaney shares what we should be trying.  And in Eat, Drink, Do Melbourne - your chance to enjoy Truffles at a seriously good price at Bonny Bar, tasting the Flavours of India at Crown, a new winter menu launches at city...

On the Relish podcast, it’s a year for milestone birthdays, Executive Chef Tony Twitchett explains how Fed Square’s stalward Taxi Kitchen will celebrate their 20th, and as Annie Smithers celebrates 10 years of Du Fermier, she’s popping up at NGV with a French kitchen for their Winter Masterpieces exhibition.  And in Eat, Drink, Do Melbourne - Tom Sarafian pops up at Hearts, T’Gallant finally reopens their Mornington Peninsula eatery, Freyja’s launches an autumn lunch deal, how you can enjoy...

On the next Relish podcast, it’s a very good week because it’s GOOD BEER WEEK … Kate chats to Good Beer Week boss Sioban Kerin about some of the events on offer, and how you land such a plum gig. Also, your chance to head out into the bay on an intimate tour with this state’s most entertaining mussel farmer, as Sea Bounty's Lance Wiffen launches Portarlington Mussel Tours. And in Eat, Drink, Do Melbourne - news including new openings in Glen Iris’ Grazia, South Yarra’s Yan, and city sandwich...