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Dirty Linen - A Food Podcast with Dani ValentDirty Linen - A Food Podcast with Dani ValentHilary McNevin (Turnip Media) - how can restaurants best market themselves?When every dollar means a lot, how can restaurants best market themselves? We chat to hospitality PR and marketing expert Hilary McNevin from Turnip Media. Hilary shares her methods and gives insights into what works and what doesn't. We also talk about The Little Food Market, which we are co-MCing in mid-July. What are the right questions for food brands and restaurants to ask when considering being part of festivals and events?https://www.turnipmedia.com.au/SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR EXCLUSIVE ARTICLES, NEWS...2024-06-2333 minEat ItEat ItA Close Look at Recent Affairs of Australia's Hospo IndustryCameron Smith and Karl Chapman are joined by Melbourne-based food writer Hilary McNevin and owner of Maha restaurant Shane Delia.McNevin details an upcoming culinary event called the Little Food Market, which she will be co-hosting at the Royal Exhibition Building between July 19 and July 21. Delia explores the ways in which Australia’s restaurant industry has changed on a social and economic level over the years.2024-06-1949 minEat ItEat ItFighting food waste with 'Wonki', "City Food Heroes", and the Surprising History of Australian WhiskyCam Smith is joined by Bridget Lansell, co-founder of sustainable seltzer company 'Wonki', and Hilary McNevin, Melbourne-based food writer, ahead of their appearance as speaker and faciliator respectively at Melbourne Conversations' event "City Food Heroes" on Wednesday, May 22nd. Then, head to the markets with Cam and John to find out why you can't judge a tomato by its cover, and what produce should be on the top of your grocery list heading into autumn. Finally, Cam speaks with Australian gin maker Sebastian Reaburn from Anther Distillery all about the history of Australian whisky, and...2024-05-1251 minLily High on LifeLily High on LifeLily High On Life – Hilary McNevinHilary McNevin is a woman comfortable in her own skin. She has always forged her own path and learned to trust herself and her instincts, and most importantly to like and appreciate herself. So should you care about what other people think? She has a successful PR business in the hospitality industry, and what I consider one of the best jobs around, as a food writer! She created all of this after an adventurous life, divorce and while raising 2 kids as a single mother. She generously shares some of her lifes journeys in this warm and positive interview.2023-09-2946 minEdible FuturesEdible FuturesEp. 14 Danny Leong & Elijah Holland, founders, Ronin Culinary LabContent creator Danny Leong and chef Elijah Holland connected over a shared love of the outdoors, the ocean, good food and spear-fishing.  They decided to create products that push flavour and celebrate sustainability, inclusion and community and established the Ronin Culinary Lab. They produce Ronin Kelp - a bull kelp and wild garlic soy sauce - and a chilli oil - among other new products and all are made from Victorian produce.  In partnership with Yarra Botanica. 2022-12-1424 minEdible FuturesEdible FuturesEp. 13 Genevieve Sullivan, co-founder & distiller, Penni Ave Distillery, Rye, VictoriaWe chat to Genevieve Sullivan who established Penni Ave - a botanical vodka distillery - with her brothers in Rye on Victoria's Mornington Peninsula in early 2020. She shares how they kept going through the first two years of business, how she juggles business ownership with parenthood, why vodka and the distillery's relationship with Yarra Botanica.  In partnership with Yarra Botanica.  2022-08-2723 minEdible FuturesEdible FuturesEp. 12 Scott McKinnon, Managing Director and Co-founder of Melbourne-based brewery and tap room, Wolf of the WillowsScott McKinnon, Managing Director and Co-founder of Wolf of the Willows brewery and taproom in Melbourne’s Mordialloc chats about telling stories through quality drinks and finding joy through connection, collaboration and celebrating the food and drinks industry.  In partnership with Yarra Botanica. 2022-08-1126 minEdible FuturesEdible FuturesEp. 11 Beatrice Imbert, Co-owner & Farmer, Wattlebank Farm, GippslandIn Episode 11, Beatrice Imbert of Wattlebank Farm in Gippsland talks to Edible Futures about Oyster Mushrooms and the business she and her husband, Peter Bland, have built around the fungi since settling on the farm in early 2020.We also talk sustainability, adaptability on the land and tips on cooking the meaty Mushrooms.In partnership with Yarra Botanica and Australian Venue Co.2022-07-3125 minEdible FuturesEdible FuturesEp. 10 Telina Menzies, Executive Chef, Australian Venue Co.After a short break, Edible Futures is back. We are thrilled to be partnering with Australian Venue Co. and sharing stories about their Melbourne venue, Yarra Botanica.For the next few episodes we will talk to Victorian-based farmers, producers, makers and distillers who are part of the Yarra Botanica menu, a menu that uses only Victorian produce.But first, we chat to Australian Venue Co. executive chef, Telina Menzies on their work, what makes them tick and what they’ve discovered about themselves and their cooking since setting up a menu that is built solely on Victorian produce (no pr...2022-07-1026 minEdible FuturesEdible FuturesEp. 9 Tim Varney, Creative Director, Melbourne Cocktail FestivalWe chat with Tim Varney, Creative Director of the Melbourne Cocktail Festival (MCF) about how's this year's event unfolded and what's in store for 2023.  Tim's background is in the coffee industry and he also co-owns and runs Stella Coffee.  We discuss facets of hospitality in broad terms and all kinds of drinks, boozy and caffeinated, as well as self-sustainability and a framework based of quality that has helped him translate his skills gained over the years to bringing together the MCF.  In partnership with Melbourne Cocktail Festival. ...2022-05-1735 minEdible FuturesEdible FuturesEp. 8 Jane Ryan, Editor at Difford's Guide AustraliaIn our next episode of Edible Futures, editor of Difford's Guide Australia, Jane Ryan, talks to us about the importance of a good bartender, the joy of making cocktails and shares her rich experiences and insights into a world of utilising food waste, foraging for cocktail ingredients and the place bottled cocktails hold in an ever-evolving industry.  In partnership with the Melbourne Cocktail Festival2022-04-1322 minEdible FuturesEdible FuturesEp. 7 Darren Leaney, Group Bar Manager, Aru, Sunda and Parcs Restaurants, MelbourneDarren Leaney, Group Bar Manager of Sunda, Aru and Parcs restaurants in Melbourne shares his love of bartending and hospitality.He discusses ways to utilise food waste - bartenders are good at it - what cocktails make him happy and gets excited about people getting out and about again in Melbourne.2022-04-0638 minEdible FuturesEdible FuturesEp. 6 Stephen Walter, Farmer, Burrum Biodynamics, Wimmera Plains, Wotjobaluk Country, NW VictoriaStephen Walter, grain and pulse farmer at Burrum Biodynamics, shares how he and his family converted their 3000 acre property - that he was born on - from conventional to biodynamic farming. They grow Wheat, Barley, Oats, Spelt, Rye, Lentils, Field peas and Fava beans and supply some of the best bakeries in Melbourne.  2022-03-2029 minEdible FuturesEdible FuturesEp. 5 Gerald Diffey, Co-owner, Gerald's Bar, Carlton NorthWe talk to Gerald Diffey about his beautiful book, Beggars Belief and get a little emotional as we discuss the art and craft of great service.  How do we get more people into the beautiful hospitality industry? Mr Diffey has some great ideas.  2022-02-2332 minEdible FuturesEdible FuturesEp. 4 Tom Sarafian, Chef & Founder, Sarafian MelbourneMelbourne-based chef Tom Sarafian, founded his brand 'Sarafian Melbourne' in mid-2021. His hand-made Hummus and Toum sells out regularly across the city. Here, he shares the story of his career, the adventures he's taken and why hand-picking chickpeas for every batch of hummus may take more time but helps him sleep at night... 2022-02-0236 minEdible FuturesEdible FuturesEp. 3 John Ford, Founder, Unearthed Co. MushroomsFormer marine scientist and now, mushroom farmer, Yarra Valley-based John Ford shares his knowledge and love of all things fungi. He cultivates little-known and very delicious varieties of mushrooms and sells to some leading chefs across Australia.  Wondering about what a Lion's Mane mushroom is and how to cook it? John shares that and way more about how he sees an edible future.  2022-01-1436 minEdible FuturesEdible FuturesEp 2. Emma Coath, Managing Director, Rocket SeederWe talk with Emma Coath, who guides Rocket Seeder, an accelerator for early stage startups in the Food and Agriculture sector in Australia. She is passionate about helping innovators and founders take their food and agriculture businesses to the next level by providing them with the tools, guidance and support they need to scale up and help create an Edible Future... 2021-12-2935 minEdible FuturesEdible FuturesEp. 1 Richard Seymour, GM of Mount Zero OlivesRichard Seymour, GM of Mount Zero Olives in the Grampians in western Victoria, shares the story of the family business that has grown significantly since they bought the olive grove in 1994. Always working towards a sustainable and ethical future in produce and production, Richard discusses how Mount Zero Olives do what they do and wish to do for generations to come.  2021-12-1434 minEdible FuturesEdible FuturesEdible Futures TeaserEdible Futures talks to producers, farmers, creatives, trailblazers and amazing minds who are working towards a bright, delicious future. Hosted by Hilary McNevin of Turnip Media. This podcast is produced by Luke McCredden.2021-12-0601 minTHE MOULD CHEESECASTTHE MOULD CHEESECAST#33: Dan Sims, Mould Cheese Collective / REVEL (with guest host Hilary McNevin)This week episode we're flipping the format and thanks to our guest host, the wonderful Hilary McNevin, Dan Sims is put in the hot seat as he talks all things MOULD Cheese Collective, how it evolved, how it's been and where it's going. Add to that he dips into his sommelier roots and talks cheese, wine and drinks matching as well as his new project, GOOD TIME WINES which is all about wine in fun, 150ml cans made by awesome winemakers.  Pivot may be the word of the pandemic, so here is the inside word...2021-10-0342 minEat ItEat ItFrench Toast Tips, #Hospohour, and Gippsland UpdateCam instructs us how to make a good French toast; Hilary McNevin, food writer for Turnip Media, discusses #hospohour, a campaign supporting your locals and cheering them on; and Chris Moore from Sailors Grave Brewing joins us for a Gippsland update. With your hosts Cam Smith and Matt Steadman. Website: https://www.rrr.org.au/explore/programs/eat-itTwitter:   @EatItRRRFacebook:  https://www.facebook.com/EatItRRR/Cam Smith on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/camsmith_eat_it/2020-10-1138 minTHE MOULD CHEESECASTTHE MOULD CHEESECAST#8: Michael Cains, Pecora Dairy (Robertson, New South Wales)Today, we hand over the podcast reins to our good friend, writer, communicator and food champion, Hilary McNevin who interviews Michael Cains from Pecora Dairy in Roberston, New South Wales.  Like most farmers, 2020 has throw up many challenges to Michael but again, the word 'resilience' comes to mind.  Michael is making some incredible cheese and speaks beautifully about his farm, his animals and just how connected you must be to the land to create incredible, world class cheese. Especially his new raw milk cheese.  This is a real insight into...2020-06-2924 minRadio MarinaraRadio MarinaraRadio Marinara - 09 February 2020Bron and Kade catch up with Hilary McNevin about next weekend’s Apollo Bay Seafood Festival, 3 days of celebrating Victoria’s greatest marine produce surrounded by the stunning sea view backdrop of the Great Ocean Road region. Hilary will also talk up the Festival 'Conversations' on Sunday 16 February, an exploration of the hot button issues that affect both the ocean and land with a sensational lineup of panellists. Jacqui Younger tells us about next weekend’s underwater clean up event at Mordialloc Pier, plus a fantastic dive trip over Labour Day weekend to the Sapphire Coast – Merimbula, Bermagui, Eden – p...2020-02-0947 minOut of the BlueOut of the BlueThe Apollo Bay Seafood FestivalHilary McNevin talks with Fam about the amzing program for the Apollo Bay Seafood Festival; it's about much more than eating seadfood!2020-02-0900 minEat ItEat ItEat It - 8 December 2019Today we had a rather rowdy show looking at some of the food trends in 2019 with writers Hilary McNevin and Michael Harden, and enjoyed a mixed drink with Union Electric's Huw Griffiths.2019-12-0846 minRadio MarinaraRadio MarinaraRadio Marinara - 10 Feb 2019This weekend, hundreds of wooden boats from all around the world have converged upon beautiful Hobart for the Australian Wooden Boat Festival - an exciting celebration of rich maritime culture. Well cross Bass Strait to speak with Brett Ditchfield, live on location in Hobart to tell us all about it. Then Hilary McNevin joins us in studio to talk about Conversations in the Littoral - a panel-based exploration of the sustainability, science and practicalities of primary producer life as part of next weekend's Apollo Bay Seafood Festival. Jeff Maynard brings us the first Soundwaves for the year. Jeff's 2019 theme...2019-02-1051 minOut of the BlueOut of the BlueApollo Bay Seafood Festival 2019Our third show for 2019, and the bar is being kept high! Donna sits down for a chat with Hilary McNevin, Founder of Turnip Media, Melbourne-based freelance food writer AND Ambassador of the Apollo Bay Seafood Festival. Donna and Hilary discuss the Festivals' program of events, with a deep dive into Conversations in the Littoral, a day long delve into sustainability of the 'Blue Economy', local fishing pressures, the seafood industry and more. For tickets or more info on the upcoming event visit: https://www.apollobayseafoodfestival.com/2019-02-1000 minEat ItEat ItEat It - 13 May 2018It's suddenly winter in Melbourne, and on today's show we spoke to Cam Russell about this season's Mornington Peninsula mushroom tours, we had a market report with John at the Queen Vic, and asked food writers Michael Harden and Hilary McNevin what they like to cook at home.2018-05-1348 minRadio MarinaraRadio MarinaraRadio Marinara - 18 February 2018Hilary McNevin joins us from Apollo Bay to talk about the Sustainable Seafood Festival on this weekend, and an event she's moderating called 'Conversations on the Edge'. Neil Blake brings the first 'Baykeeping' for 2018 including local news and events, and reports of a large scale stranding of bivalves at Seaford. And Terri brings us a summer of diving (cave and conventional) and her recent mega-sail across Bass Strait.2018-02-1853 minEat ItEat ItEat It - 17 September 2017It finally feels like Spring! And we started today's Springy show talking to Michelle Barnett who is organising an event as part of the Do It In A Dress charity to raisse money for girls education in Sierra Leone and Uganda. You can find more info and donate at the Chef It In A Dress page.The Forum is one of the great rooms in Melbourne, and David & Gareth from the Mariner Group joined us to talk about its recent renovation. How the hell do you reliably cook good food for 1000 people? (answer: planning!)Finally...2017-09-1753 minCravingsCravingsTrends in Food for 2017What’s influencing food and restaurants for 2017? Talking with Pete Dillon on Cravings today about what’s going to be big in 2017 is Hilary McNevin of The Essential Ingredient. We... LEARN MORE The post Trends in Food for 2017 appeared first on Cravings.2017-01-0952 minThat Food and Wine Show - Food and LifestyleThat Food and Wine Show - Food and LifestyleWhat's Cooking 1st NovemberNerida speaks to Hilary McNevin (Food Writer) and Paul Raynor (Head chef and Owner of Middle Brighton Bathes). Also Hamish Goonetilleke (the Rum Diary), James Madden from Flinders Island Meats and answers Curley Questions with Ian Curley2016-10-3146 minRadio MarinaraRadio MarinaraRadio Marinara - 27 June 2015Hilary McNevin gives us the lowdown on the humble oyster - what's around, what to go for, what to avoid. And seasonal fish and the cold - does weather matter to fish in the marketplace? Dr Alecia Bellgrove (Deakin University) on the latest from her field of phycology (algae research). And Rex Hunter enlightens us about ship fires in Port Phillip Bay during the gold rush years (cue George Dreyfus themed banjo plucking).Kent Goldsworthy2015-06-2746 min