World Seafood Champion, World Food Champion, Mentor Extraordinaire and National Business Development Manager for Squizify John Mcfadden joins Tawnya Bahr to discuss opportunities for growth beyond the kitchen and where a chef’s career, a lot of dedication, and commitment can take you.

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World Seafood Champion, World Food Champion, Mentor Extraordinaire and National Business Development Manager for Squizify John Mcfadden joins Tawnya Bahr to discuss opportunities for growth beyond the kitchen and where a chef’s career, a lot of dedication, and commitment can take you.
Follow John on social media at 
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/john_mcfadden_/">Instagram</a>
<a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1513214861">FaceBook</a>
<a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-mcfadden-351b71b/">LinkedIn</a>
<a href="https://www.squizify.com">Squizify</a>
You can find out more about Chef Of The Year <a href="https://www.foodserviceaustralia.com.au/special-events/chef-of-the-year">here</a> <a href="https://www.foodserviceaustralia.com.au/special-events/chef-of-the-year"></a>
And the 
World Food Championships <a href="https://worldfoodchampionships.com/">here</a>
 
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Welcome to Food, Views and Big Ideas where food and hospitality experts Tawnya Bahr and Lucy Allon go behind-the-scenes to have candid conversations with Australia’s most dynamic food, hospitality and agribusiness leaders, entrepreneurs and innovators. 

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Welcome to Food, Views and Big Ideas where food and hospitality experts Tawnya Bahr and Lucy Allon go behind-the-scenes to have candid conversations with Australia’s most dynamic food, hospitality and agribusiness leaders, entrepreneurs and innovators. 
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Ep 32: A Career In The Kitchen With John McFadden

Join Tawnya Bahr as she sits down with David Beak, the driving force behind Australia's leading manufacturer of premium ready-made meals, Beak & Johnston. Discover how David's meat industry heritage coupled with his passion for great-tasting food, shaped the success of his innovative company manufacturing value-added meal solutions.  

This episode is proudly supported by Fine Food Australia, the southern hemisphere’s ultimate B2B food event that is celebrating 40 years of foodservice trade show excellence this year.

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Join Tawnya Bahr as she sits down with David Beak, the driving force behind Australia's leading manufacturer of premium ready-made meals, Beak &amp; Johnston. Discover how David's meat industry heritage coupled with his passion for great-tasting food, shaped the success of his innovative company manufacturing value-added meal solutions.  
This episode is proudly supported by Fine Food Australia, the southern hemisphere’s ultimate B2B food event that is celebrating 40 years of foodservice trade show excellence this year.
Follow us on:
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Or visit our website at <a href="https://www.beakandjohnston.com.au/">https://www.beakandjohnston.com.au</a>
or
LI: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/beak-&amp;-johnston/">https://www.linkedin.com/company/beak-&amp;-johnston/</a>
Check out the Fine Food Expo at:
IG: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/finefoodexpo/?hl=en">FineFoodExpo</a>
Website: <a href="http://www.finefoodaustralia.com.au/">www.finefoodaustralia.com.au</a>
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Ep 42: From Butchery to Bespoke Food Manufacturing: David Beak's Journey with Beak & Johnston

Join hosts Tawnya Bahr and Lucy Allon as they dive deep into the heart of ICC Sydney's culinary ethos. In this dynamic episode, they sit down with Executive Chef Rakesh Pillai and Sommelier William Wilson to explore how ICC Sydney prioritises 'respect' in all facets of their food and beverage supply chain. Discover the foundation of their ground breaking 'Feeding Your Performance' program and the enduring legacy it seeks to forge. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on innovation, sustainability, and the art of creating a lasting impact through food.

Links mentioned on this episode:

ICC Sydney: https://iccsydney.com.au/about/csr/

Pepe Saya Butter https://pepesaya.com.au/

Garlicious Black Garlic https://www.garliciousgrown.com.au/

Malfroys Gold Honey https://malfroysgold.com.au/

Kootingal Pecans https://kootingalpecancompany.com/

Block 11 Organics https://block11organics.com.au/

ALTO Olives https://www.alto-olives.com.au/

Vanella Cheese  https://vannellacheese.com.au/

Lyres  https://lyres.com.au/

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Join hosts Tawnya Bahr and Lucy Allon as they dive deep into the heart of ICC Sydney's culinary ethos. In this dynamic episode, they sit down with Executive Chef Rakesh Pillai and Sommelier William Wilson to explore how ICC Sydney prioritises 'respect' in all facets of their food and beverage supply chain. Discover the foundation of their ground breaking 'Feeding Your Performance' program and the enduring legacy it seeks to forge. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on innovation, sustainability, and the art of creating a lasting impact through food.
Links mentioned on this episode:
ICC Sydney: <a href="https://iccsydney.com.au/about/csr/">https://iccsydney.com.au/about/csr/</a>
Pepe Saya Butter <a href="https://pepesaya.com.au/">https://pepesaya.com.au/</a>
Garlicious Black Garlic <a href="https://www.garliciousgrown.com.au/">https://www.garliciousgrown.com.au/</a>
Malfroys Gold Honey <a href="https://malfroysgold.com.au/">https://malfroysgold.com.au/</a>
Kootingal Pecans <a href="https://kootingalpecancompany.com/">https://kootingalpecancompany.com/</a>
Block 11 Organics <a href="https://block11organics.com.au/">https://block11organics.com.au/</a>
ALTO Olives <a href="https://www.alto-olives.com.au/">https://www.alto-olives.com.au/</a>
Vanella Cheese  <a href="https://vannellacheese.com.au/">https://vannellacheese.com.au/</a>
Lyres  <a href="https://lyres.com.au/">https://lyres.com.au/</a>
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Ep 41: ICC Sydney Celebrates New South Wales Producers

In this episode host Tawnya Bahr engages in a candid conversation with seasoned entrepreneur Darren Gersbach, who has over three decades of experience in starting & growing food distribution companies. From sourdough to Manna from Heaven, to Gershgoods and his latest venture, The Little Coffee Company, Darren shares insights into the dynamic nature and intricacies of the supply chain. 

Explore the highs and lows of the Australian food distribution industry, uncovering unintended consequences, and gaining valuable lessons from Darren's journey filled with humour, tears, and career insights. Whether you're a budding entrepreneur or a seasoned professional, this episode offers insights and learnings into navigating the ever-changing landscape of the Australian food and beverage market.

Find Darren's The Little Coffee Company online at:

Website: thelittlecoffeeco.com.au

Instagram

Also check out:

Karu Distillery

Craft Beverage Trail Blue Mountains

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Beyond Blue

RUOK

In this episode host Tawnya Bahr engages in a candid conversation with seasoned entrepreneur Darren Gersbach, who has over three decades of experience in starting &amp; growing food distribution companies. From sourdough to Manna from Heaven, to Gershgoods and his latest venture, The Little Coffee Company, Darren shares insights into the dynamic nature and intricacies of the supply chain. 
Explore the highs and lows of the Australian food distribution industry, uncovering unintended consequences, and gaining valuable lessons from Darren's journey filled with humour, tears, and career insights. Whether you're a budding entrepreneur or a seasoned professional, this episode offers insights and learnings into navigating the ever-changing landscape of the Australian food and beverage market.
Find Darren's The Little Coffee Company online at:
Website: <a href="http://thelittlecoffeeco.com.au/">thelittlecoffeeco.com.au</a>
<a href="https://www.instagram.com/thelittlecoffeeco/?hl=en">Instagram</a>
Also check out:
<a href="https://karudistillery.com.au">Karu Distillery</a>
<a href="https://www.visitbluemountains.com.au/travel/entry/craft-beverage-trail">Craft Beverage Trail Blue Mountains</a>
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If any of the issues raised in this episode have been triggering for you, help is available at:
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<a href="https://www.beyondblue.org.au/">Beyond Blue</a>
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