Food for Thought
Welcome to Food for Thought! A podcast that explores the wondrous world of food, culture and innovation. In each spicy episode, the me&u team take a deep dive into the stories and amazing people behind the food we eat. Think decadent melting cheese oozing over a podcast microphone, in a field, on a piano, with a velvety merlot... only, with sickeningly talented people standing around chatting too. Are you feeling it?
From the latest food trends, to technology, to timeless culinary traditions, we'll examine the diverse flavours and experiences that make food so much more than just sustenance. We'll also speak with creatives, chefs, restaurateurs, farmers and other experts within the food industry, gaining insights into their creative processes, tribulations and triumphs.
So whether you're a #hashtagfoodie, a professional in the industry, or just looking to expand your culinary repertoire, this podcast may just pique your interest - or have you on full grillllll. Get ready to indulge your senses, satisfy your curiosity, and stimulate your appetite, this is Food for Thought!
- Update frequency
- every 17 days
- Average duration
- 35 minutes
- Episodes
- 12
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2024
Michael 'Doc' Weldon | Food for Thought podcast Episode 12
Michael ‘Doc’ Weldon is a food celebrity originally from South Australia. First appearing on the Masterchef series in 2011, Michael is now a regular food host on the long-running, household renowned …
Simon Anderson | Food for Thought podcast | Episode 11
After an illustrious career spanning both the advertising and hospitality industries, Simon Anderson sits down with me&u to discuss all things Black Sabbath, food halls and advertising, as well as hi…
Dan Leuzzi & Tom Giurioli | Founders, Freddy's & Tommy's Booze
Meet the dynamic duo winning over the hearts and stomachs of Melbourne – Dan Leuzzi and Tom Giurioli. Co-founders of Freddy's, the self-described "friendly neighbourhood pizzeria" and Tommy's Booze, …
Jas & Shy | Founders & Designers, After Hours
Join us for a behind-the-scenes look at the creative minds behind After Hours, a design studio that sets the stage for unforgettable experiences in the food and beverage industry.
Meet Jas and Shy, t…
Mark Limacher | Chef & Co-owner, Ortega Fish Shack
Join us as we explore the culinary realm of Chef Mark Limacher and the renowned Ortega Fish Shack in Wellington, New Zealand. With a focus on fresh seafood and a casual dining atmosphere, Ortega Fish…
Pete Gillespie | Co-founder, Garage Project
Pete Gillespie is the brains and brewer behind one of the world’s great independent beer brands.
In 2011 Pete, brother Ian and their mate Jos Ruffell started brewing beer out of a run down auto works…
Daragh Kan | Fancy Hank’s, 100 Burgers Group, Mr Yum
In 2007 Darah opened his first pub, the Mercat Cross in Melbourne’s CBD, and has since created a growing empire that includes some of Melbourne’s most loved bars and restaurants, including Fancy Hank…
Ann Elliott | Founder Ann Elliott Hospitality
Ann is a hospitality strategist with extensive sales, marketing and operational experience working with and for such brands as Pizza Hut, Beefeater and Whitbread, where she was responsible for 280 pu…
Nick Stone pt. 2 | CEO and founder, Bluestone Lane
We continue the conversation with Nick Stone, founder and CEO of Bluestone Lane. Nick took Melbourne’s famed coffee culture and brought it to the US a decade ago and now flat whites and avocado smash…
Nick Stone Pt. 1 | CEO and founder, Bluestone Lane
Nick is the CEO and founder of Bluestone Lane - an Australian-influenced hospitality brand based in New York.
Nick took Melbourne’s famed coffee culture - and while he didn’t quite bottle it - he bro…
Natalie Paull | Founder and head baker, Beatrix Bakes
Nat is the owner-baker of Beatrix Bakes, one of Melbourne’s most-loved bakeries. When it opened in 2011 Nat quickly found fans and fame for her take on traditional country bakery treats and today has…
Calvin McDonald | Head of Australian operations, Brewdog
Calvin is head of Australian operations for Brewdog - a Scottish craft beer company that over the past 15 years has expanded across the UK, EU, US and now Australia.
Calvin has pulled off the incredib…