Michael and Zara Madrusan are know globally for their world-beating bars and cocktails, on this episode of Relish, Kate asks how they came up with the 2800 cocktail recipes their new book - The Madrusan Cocktail Companion.Also, Alex Xinis has won accolades for Yarraville Greek gem Tzaki, so what can we expect from Kokoras - his modern, Greek take on great old school charcoal chook shops?And in Eat, Drink Do Melbourne - Brisbane's Blackbird is seriously bringing the goods to its new Flinders Lane home, Johnny's green Room is hosting some of this city's best chefs for "Sunday Service", Officina Gastronomica Italiana is transporting you direct to Piemonte with their new "Taste and Pour" menu; Mill Place Merchants is taking us back through time for Negroni Week; and get ready as Thats Amore launches Australia's first Australian Burrata Festival.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Relish Podcast 15/25
Vanilla Lounge is an institution in Oakleigh, on this episode of Relish owner Dennis Spannos explains what to expect from their new addition - a Willy-Wonka like dessert bar called "Vanilla Do It Your Way" just across the road. Also Taf Chiwanza is the co-founder of Secondz, a new platform that aims to bring us only the best food and drink recommendations direct both the experts and fellow punters, Kate finds out how it all works. And in Eat Drink Do Melbourne, – Port Melbourne's Ciao Cielo launches Wednesday date night for the romantics; the team behind Marameo open Athens-inspired wine Bar Sophia in Glen Iris; Lankan Tucker opens their new cafe & store in Lygon Street; The Showroom Bar hosts Sydney cocktail heavyweight Stefano Filardi for one night only; and the Makers & Shakers market is back with a special comeback appearance by the team from the Everleigh.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Relish Podcast 14/25
On the Relish podcast Athenian Ioannis Kasidokostas explains exactly how he's bringing elegance and refinement to traditional Greek dishes at Aegli in South Melbourne. Also, chefs Ryan Spurrell and Sarah Cremona have tremendous cooking cred both here and overseas, so Kate can't wait to hear what they have planned for their gorgeous new Rosebud restaurant, Orson Dining. And, in Eat Drink Do Melbourne - Grazia D'Asporto is bringing superb takeaway to Glen Iris, Odette House is offering up three levels of terrific dining in Spotswood, Lexy is the latest fab Asian offering in Flinders Lane, Circl Wine House is getting nostalgic with midweek memories, and Yalumba and Lancemore are teaminf up for a seriously special wine dinner at Werribee MansionSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Relish Podcast 13/25
On Relish this episode, Sally Hillman has taken a love of Champagne and turned it into a vocation. She explains everything we need to know about French artisan bubbly and what to expect from her brilliant new book.Also, when Tristan Jallais opened Natural science, Blackburn's first bottle shop/wine bar combo, he committed to an all Aussie menu and range - he'll share what's on the shelves and why he reckons it's important to keep it accessible.And in Eat Drink Do Melbourne – huge food news as a proven hospitality groups announces their new Japanese venue planned for the iconic Madame Brussels site; Dodam brings Korean celebrations and flavours to East Brunswick Village; Curious Matter has launched at The W Hotel's Curious Bar bringing theatre and whimsy to world-class cocktails; Grampians in a Glass has packed the Western District's best best wines off to Bobbie Peels; and get ready to indulge in the Chocolateries' famous Hot Chocolate festival this AugustSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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The Relish Podcast 12/25
It is all about the humble pub this week, and the people who bring those lost back to life.First up, Scott Connolly and The George Hotel in South Melbourne, a market-side charmer that is bringing them back in droves - and thankfully, Scott says despite the naysayers, pubs really do have a future in this city.Also, two couples with a wealth of hospitality experience fell in love with this state's North-East, and when the opportunity came up to take up the Yackandandah Hotel, well, they jumped at it. Dale Kemp and Jackson Cartright explain what we can expect from this country classic.And in Eat Drink Do Melbourne ... get into Taco & Tequila Thursdays at Hotel Mexico, or maybe rush in for an express lunch Burrito Bowl at Hotel Nacional, try refined ramen at South Yarra's Yakikami, enjoy a glass or two of Prosecco with Love2Glasses, and big news as Robin Wickens from the Royal Mail pops up at Rippon Lea this winter.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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.
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