Join Tawnya Bahr as she delves into the inspiring journey of Dessert Masters star and Executive Pastry Chef, Kay-Lene Tan. From experiencing a career plateau to undergoing a transformative quarter-life crisis at 25, Kay-Lene shares her personal story and passion for food, which ultimately led her to pursue a career in the culinary industry. Discover Kay-Lene's path of resilience, passion, and culinary excellence, and learn about the importance of finding a job you truly love.



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Join Tawnya Bahr as she delves into the inspiring journey of Dessert Masters star and Executive Pastry Chef, Kay-Lene Tan. From experiencing a career plateau to undergoing a transformative quarter-life crisis at 25, Kay-Lene shares her personal story and passion for food, which ultimately led her to pursue a career in the culinary industry. Discover Kay-Lene's path of resilience, passion, and culinary excellence, and learn about the importance of finding a job you truly love.
 
This episode is supported by Fine Food Australia, the southern hemisphere’s ultimate B2B food event.
Kay-Lene Tan
Instagram: kaylenetan_
Decca Restaurant
Instagram: @decca_restaurant
Check out the Fine Food Expo at:
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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 46: From Singapore to Sydney: Kay-Lene Tan’s Story of Sweet Culinary Success

Join Lucy Allon for an inspiring conversation with Nick Cozens, Head of Beverage at NON—a pioneering Australian brand redefining the alcohol-free drinks category. Nick shares the mission driving NON's unique, zero-alcohol alternatives to wine, the creative journey behind their globally acclaimed range, collaborations with top chefs like Matt Stone, and NON’s rapid international growth. Together, they explore how NON is setting new standards in the drinks industry, challenging the status quo, and shaping the future of beverage innovation.

Find out more about NON: https://www.non.world

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Join Lucy Allon for an inspiring conversation with Nick Cozens, Head of Beverage at NON—a pioneering Australian brand redefining the alcohol-free drinks category. Nick shares the mission driving NON's unique, zero-alcohol alternatives to wine, the creative journey behind their globally acclaimed range, collaborations with top chefs like Matt Stone, and NON’s rapid international growth. Together, they explore how NON is setting new standards in the drinks industry, challenging the status quo, and shaping the future of beverage innovation.
Find out more about NON: <a href="https://www.non.world/">https://www.non.world</a>
Follow them: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/non.world/">@non.world</a>
Find NON stockists <a href="https://www.non.world/pages/store-locator?srsltid=AfmBOooM9iHn-ZhT4hOwCN_u3rRzLPTrK5-GllGz2rDFOHnDebbMY8OZ">HERE</a>
SPECIAL OFFER: The team at NON are offering our Straight To The Source community an exclusive 20% off your next online order with this special code: STTS20
T&amp;Cs: 20% off the entire order, applies to one-time purchases. No minimum purchase requirement, one use per customer. Can’t combine with other discounts. Valid until 31 Jan 2025.
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Ep 51: Redefining Zero: The Future of Non-Alc Innovation with NON's Nick Cozens

Join Lucy Allon in this special edition episode as she sits down with Chris Bolton, the newly crowned 2024 delicious. Harvey Norman Produce Awards ‘Producer of the Year’. Chris, a third-generation fisherman from Kurrimine Beach in Far North Queensland, has dedicated his life to sustainable, wild-catch fishing alongside his partner Kim. In this episode, Chris shares his journey of carving out a niche market by supplying line-caught ike-jime reef fish to Australia’s top chefs, including wild barramundi. Listen in as he discusses his innovative efforts to minimize environmental impact, his commitment to sustainability, and how he is leaving a lasting legacy for his daughter and the fishing industry—efforts that have earned him top recognition in one of Australia’s most prestigious food awards.

Find out more about Chris Bolton Fishing here

@chrisboltonfishing 

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Join Lucy Allon in this special edition episode as she sits down with Chris Bolton, the newly crowned 2024 delicious. Harvey Norman Produce Awards ‘Producer of the Year’. Chris, a third-generation fisherman from Kurrimine Beach in Far North Queensland, has dedicated his life to sustainable, wild-catch fishing alongside his partner Kim. In this episode, Chris shares his journey of carving out a niche market by supplying line-caught ike-jime reef fish to Australia’s top chefs, including wild barramundi. Listen in as he discusses his innovative efforts to minimize environmental impact, his commitment to sustainability, and how he is leaving a lasting legacy for his daughter and the fishing industry—efforts that have earned him top recognition in one of Australia’s most prestigious food awards.
Find out more about Chris Bolton Fishing <a href="https://www.cbfishing.com.au">here</a>
@chrisboltonfishing 
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Ep 50: Catching Excellence: Chris Bolton, Producer of the Year

In the latest episode of Food, Views and Big Ideas, Lucy Allon catches up with our good friend, Chef Sam Burke. From his early days in the kitchen to his current role as Product & Business Development Manager and Corporate Chef for Meat and Livestock Australia, Sam’s journey is one of passion, vision, and relentless dedication. We explore how he’s helping to shape the future of Australian red meat, his thoughts on the changing food landscape, and how he manages to stay grounded with a busy career and family life. Get ready for an intimate conversation with a true industry leader!

NDUSTRY ALERT: Sam Burke and Catherine Golding from Meat and Livestock Australia, Will Barton from Gundagai Lamb, Simon Crowe from Grill’d Burgers and Markus Werner from Delaware North will be joining us at The Source Kitchen at Fine Food Australia at 1pm on Tuesday, 3 September for a session all about Sharing the Love of Lamb. Register for free via the Fine Food link below and come and join the conversation. 

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Website: www.finefoodaustralia.com.au

Check out Meat and Livestock Australia’s Rare Medium educational and inspirational resources on Aussie beef, lamb and goat at:

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Find Sam Burke at:

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Facebook: @chefsamuelburke

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In the latest episode of Food, Views and Big Ideas, Lucy Allon catches up with our good friend, Chef Sam Burke. From his early days in the kitchen to his current role as Product &amp; Business Development Manager and Corporate Chef for Meat and Livestock Australia, Sam’s journey is one of passion, vision, and relentless dedication. We explore how he’s helping to shape the future of Australian red meat, his thoughts on the changing food landscape, and how he manages to stay grounded with a busy career and family life. Get ready for an intimate conversation with a true industry leader!
NDUSTRY ALERT: Sam Burke and Catherine Golding from Meat and Livestock Australia, Will Barton from Gundagai Lamb, Simon Crowe from Grill’d Burgers and Markus Werner from Delaware North will be joining us at The Source Kitchen at Fine Food Australia at 1pm on Tuesday, 3 September for a session all about Sharing the Love of Lamb. Register for free via the Fine Food link below and come and join the conversation. 
Check out Fine Food Australia 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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IG: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/_raremedium/?hl=en">@_raremedium</a>
Website: <a href="http://www.raremedium.com.au/">www.raremedium.com.au</a>
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Ep 46: From Singapore to Sydney: Kay-Lene Tan’s Story of Sweet Culinary Success

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