Relish with Kate Stevenson
by ACE Radio
Relish aims to explore all the things we ... relish! It's about the joy of great food, good wine, and adventurous travel. Each Saturday morning Kate Stevenson sets out to explore the people and places that make this city and this state one of the greatest culinary and cultural destinations, with a little inspiration from further afield thrown in too.
Episodes
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The Relish Podcast - Episode 13/24
On the Relish podcast, Pete Roddy and Jonno Phillips closed Richmond’s much-loved Noir restaurant and opened brighter, lighter Pastarami in it's place - Kate gets all the details. Also, the owner of Kate's favourite pub in country Vic, Rod Hughes explains the secrets behind the success of…
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The Relish Podcast - Episode 12/24
And in Eat Drink Do Melbourne, get ready for dystopian-inspired venue "The Chapel" on Chapel St, how you can enjoy tasty Texas barbecue at beautiful Bellarine Estate, pop up Into The Vines brings five wineries and 28 wines to Collingwood for you to taste, and head to the Dark Side of Wine - a…
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The Relish Podcast - Episode 11/24
On the Relish podcast, Phillip Kennedy is co-owner of Pure South which this month celebrates TWENTY YEARS of bringing the best of Tasmanian produce to diners here in Melbourne. He talks about the friends he's made and the tassie businesses he's been able to support. Also, Matt Bailey is branch...
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The Relish Podcast - Episode 10/24
On the Relish podcast, Matteo Pignatelli talks about celebrating thirty years with his Fitzroy North institution Matteo’s, and what it takes to not only survive, but thrive in this town. Also, Amar Singh is behind some of Victoria's most loved Indian restaurants, so what can we expect from...
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The Relish Podcast - Episode 9/24
On the Relish podcast, exec chef Nicky Reimer explains how she and the entire Bellota team have cemented that value as not only a local favourite, but a beacon for food and wine lovers from across Melbourne. Also – the man behind Grazeland, John Foreman, is helping one of their most popular…
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The Relish Podcast - Episode 8/24
On the next Relish podcast, Melbourne’s king of cheese Anthony Femia has plenty of cheesy ideas to indulge your way through winter, and shares what he'll be bringing in from Europe this year. Also – Melbourne’s favourite whisky distillery, Starward, has had a huge makeover, so Kate finds out what...
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The Relish Podcast - Episode 7/24
On the Relish podcast - as things start to heat up in the food scene in South Melbourne, Kate chats to a bit of as stayer - Luca Balbo from Park Street Pasta and Wine about their 7 years running a modern trattoria. Also – Harry Scott and Stephen Clarke from CBD Japanese joint Robata talk Whisky &...
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The Relish Podcast - Episode 6/24
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...
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The Relish Podcast - Episode 5/24
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…
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The Relish Podcast - Episode 4/24
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…
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The Relish Podcast - Episode 3/24
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...
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The Relish Podcast - Episode 2/24
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...
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The Relish Podcast - Episode 1/24
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…
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The Relish Podcast - Episode 24/23
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…
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The Relish Podcast - Episode 23/23
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…
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The Relish Podcast - Episode 22/23
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...
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The Relish Podcast - Episode 21/23
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…
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The Relish Podcast - Episode 20/23
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....
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The Relish Podcast - Episode 19/23
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…
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The Relish Podcast - Episode 18/23
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...
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The Relish Podcast - Episode 17/23
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…
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The Relish Podcast - Episode 16/23
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...
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The Relish Podcast - Episode 15/23
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…
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The Relish Podcast - Episode 14/23
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...
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The Relish Podcast - Episode 13/23
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…
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The Relish Podcast - Episode 12/23
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...
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The Relish Podcast - Episode 11/23
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…
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The Relish Podcast - Episode 10/23
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...
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The Relish Podcast - Episode 9/23
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...
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The Relish Podcast - Episode 8/23
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...
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The Relish Podcast - Episode 7/23
On the Relish podcast, Nikka Whisky ambassador Marcus Parmenter schools Kate on me on all things Japanese whisky and why we should be excited about the new release of their rare 10 year old Yoichi. Also, Grace Guintos and Fides Santos from the Entrée Pinays explain how they’re making sure…
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The Relish Podcast - Episode 6/23
On the Relish podcast, surf coast local Matt Germanchis the hometown food cred as Sydney institution Totti’s opens its new restaurant in Lorne, Kate finds out what's on the menu. And talk about a food fight, did you know there are distinct regionalities when it comes to American Pizzas? Paul…
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The Relish Podcast - Episode 5/23
On the Relish podcast, Kate chats to Loretta Bolotin, the founder of charity Free to Feed, which doesn't only train refugees and people seeking asylum in hospitality skills, it’s paid them $1 million in wages while doing so. Also – bar queen Cara Devine talks about her new cocktail book, and…
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The Relish Podcast - Episode 4/23
On this Relish podcast, Dan Cooper is the man in charge of St Kilda’s Prince Dining Room and he’s just spearheaded a bit of a revamp, Kate finds out what he's been up to, and what's on the new menu. Also, much-loved Melbourne chef Matt Wilkinson has just launched a cracker of a product that has...
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The Relish Podcast - Episode 3/23
This week on the Relish podcast, of all Melbourne’s festivals, the Prosecco Festival is right up there with the best. Kate asks Prosecco Queen Mel Brauer what we can expect this year. Also, Nabil Ansari was a real COVID success story, and now he’s taken over the kitchen at one of Prahran’s most...
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The Relish Podcast
This week on Relish, one of Kate's favourite suburban pizza joints has ventured north, she'll find out what the people of Essendon can expect from Pizza D’asporto. Also … forget the lemon, lime and bitters … Dan Sims explains how you can check out the best "low and no" alcohol options at the new...
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The Relish Podcast - Episode 1/23
The Relish podcast is back for 2023, and this episode Kate chats to seafood expert Peter Hilcke who'll be sharing all things abalone at the Apollo Bay Seafood Festival. Also, Carmine Costantini has returned from Italy to open St Kilda's Pinsabella, and does he have a fabulous new foodstuff for…
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The Relish Podcast - Sat 26th Nov
This week on Relish Kate chats to Pete Dillon who is one of the new owners of Hotel Canberra where they'll be offering locals and visitors not one but three drinking and dinng options. Also proven pizza masters Janelle Toomey and partner Callum have just Ohana Pizza in McKinnon, Kate will find…
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The Relish Podcast - Sat 19th Nov
This week on Relish, like he wasn't busy enough already, Shane Delia has just opened stunning Bar Jayda in the city, Kate will what’s on the menu. Also fresh from opening function space Aunty Kims, Rahmie Clowes will chat about the big flood fundraiser it'll host later this month. And this week…
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The Relish Podcast - Sat 5th November
This week on Relish… Kate chats to James Cornwall who’s taken over the kitchen at Bonny Bar and is serving up some seriously fun snacks. Plus – do you care if your broccoli is pretty? Richard Tourino doesn’t, so he’s selling the fruit and veg the supermarkets reject. And this week in Food -...
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The Relish Podcast - Sat 29th October
This week on Relish, Mike Byard explains why his Balaclava restaurant is called "Pretty Little" (there's a pretty big hint in there). Also, the countdown is on to Christmas and if you're hosting, you might want to sign up to two special foodie tours at Prahran Market. And This Week in Food - a…
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The Relish Podcast - Sat 22nd October
This week on Relish, Julia Picone shares the more serious side of hospitality, as she announces her popular CBD restaurant Pentolina will close at the end of the year. Also, manager of the Portarlington Grand Hotel Mark Henderson details the great lengths they are going to in order to attract…
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The Relish Podcast - Sat 15th October
There's a drinks theme this week, but not all of them boozy! Kate will chat with the owner of Footscray's Victoria Hotel, Anthony Hammond, who is hosting an event called - The Pub with No Booze - bet you can guess what that's about. Also, Renata Morello from Lyons Will Estate will talk about...
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The Relish Podcast - Sat 8th October
This week on the show, Kate chats to the man behind Melbourne's hottest new offering - chef Stephen Nairn talks Yugen. Also, if you love the Melbourne Food and Wine Festival, you’ll want to hear Pat Nourse share all the details on mini festival "The Regional Edition". And This Week in Food the...
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The Relish Podcast - Saturday 24th September
It’s Grand Final week, so this week Kate talks to former Premiership winner Jordan Roughead, who’s now turned his hand to running a successful café – how does the hospitality life compare? Also, who doesn't love oysters and champagne? Richard Cornish explains how you can enjoy both in great...
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The Relish Podcast - Saturday 17th September
This week on Relish, time to talk travel and it's a bit of an age old debate, travel guru Justin Jamieson will argue whether we should take advantage of stopovers, and if so, where is best? Also, the pop up is back on the Mornington Peninsula this Spring, starting with Harry Mangat down at Avani...
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The Relish Podcast - Saturday 10th September
This week on Relish, who doesn't love a good pub? Kate chats to Phil Gijsbers (Gis-bers) who's just opened brilliant boozer Bobbie Peels in North Melbourne. Also, a fifth-generation fishing family who sell fresh seafood off a punt in Williamstown have just opened a stall at Sth Melbourne market -...
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The Relish Podcast - Sat 3rd September
This week on Relish, Seb Costello is the head judge for the Australian Distilled Spirit Awards, so what does such a great gig require, and how did judging go this year? Also are people too intimidated to try cooking French at home? David Airoldi has been working on a range of products to make it…
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About this show
Relish aims to explore all the things we ... relish! It's about the joy of great food, good wine, and adventurous travel. Each Saturday morning Kate Stevenson sets out to explore the people and places that make this city and this state one of the greatest culinary and cultural destinations, with a little inspiration from further afield thrown in too.
Hosted by
ACE Radio