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Dirty Linen - A Food Podcast with Dani Valent

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Dirty Linen goes behind the scenes in restaurants, cafes and bars, covering issues the hospitality industry finds hard to share in public - it's all up for grabs and everything is on the table. Your host is food journalist Dani Valent. For 20 years, Dani has been writing about restaurants and the people who give them life. But she's an outsider, a critic, a tourist, a fan. Despite hearing the stor... more

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Are hotel restaurants ever going to be a go-to option in Australian cities and towns? We chat to Ben Creek, Vice President of Food & Beverage in Asia and the Pacific for Accor. From great coffee to smarter buffets to inclusive employment and AI, he s... more

Is there anything more perfect than an oyster? Isabelle Pearl Love-Dack runs Finn’s Oyster Bar, which attends events to offer just-shucked bliss. She also works for Shuck Don’t Chuck, which collects oyster shells to use in reef rehab. Finn’s is named... more

Melanie Lionello is a nutritionist, content creator and author of new book From My Little Kitchen, which brings achievable Italian recipes with dietary information and a practical sense of how cooking fits into people’s lives. We talk about why there... more

Returning to Dirty Linen after a huge 16 months, Umberto Group’s Marco Finanzio has changed the shape of his business, closing venues and refocusing.

In hard times, what matters? Who are we accountable to? What is the mission? A bowl of pasta might ... more

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Recent Guests

Ben Creek
Vice President of Food & Beverage, Asia & Pacific for Accor
Accor
Episode: Ben Creek (Accor Hotels) - making hotel hospitality attractive
Isabelle Pearl Love-Dack
Runs Finn's Oyster Bar, mobile oyster concept
Finn's Oyster Bar
Episode: Isabelle Pearl Love-Dack (Finn’s Oyster Bar) - Is there anything more perfect than an oyster?
Melanie Lionello
Nutritionist, lecturer, food creative based in Melbourne
University of Melbourne (lecturer); Author of From My Little Kitchen
Episode: Melanie Lionello (nutritionist, content creator and author) - From My Little Kitchen
Marco Finanzio
Founder/owner of Umberto Group
Umberto Group (Thornbury, Melbourne)
Episode: Marco Finanzio (Umberto Group) - In hard times, what matters?
Stephen Nairn
Chef and founder behind Portside, Omnia, and Yugen in Melbourne
Portside, Omnia, Yugen
Episode: Stephen Nairn (Omnia, Yugen) - Portside at Prahran
Louisa Dunn
Potato farmer
Dunn family farming
Episode: The Producers: Louisa Dunn (Potato Farmer - Blackwood, Victoria) - Spud Fest.
John Laureti
Chef and co-owner of Cafe Lewi, Lewisham
Cafe Lewi
Episode: John Laureti (Cafe Lewi, Sydney) - the lure of Lewisham
Jason Jones
Melbourne restaurateur and proprietor of Entrecote, founder
Entrecote, Melbourne
Episode: Jason M Jones (Entrecote, Melbourne) - turning 10
Zoe Birch
Owner-operator of Greasy Zoe's, restaurant owner
Greasy Zoe's
Episode: Zoe Birch (Greasy Zoe’s) - consistency and change

Host

Dani Valent
Host of Dirty Linen

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 134 ratings
  • Not just for food enthusiasts

    I have listened to many podcasts as I do a lot of driving and I have become a huge fan of dirty linen due to its interesting content & great questions. Even if you are not into the food, the interviews are interesting every podcast, and you can learn more about where your food comes from and what types of things you should really be eating! Bon appétit

    Ana.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    annosymfnenowkan
    Australiaa year ago
  • Thank you

    I really have loved your podcasts though out these times of lockdown. You always bring such an interesting aspect to the chats. Thank you.

    Diana

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Diana9298
    Australia5 years ago
  • The soundtrack to Mis en place to

    Always listen to Dani’s podcast while setting up your restaurant for dinner service . A true honest voice for us . Thank you Dani 🙏🏻

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    surrealiste
    Australia5 years ago
  • Considered, Thought Provoking, Therapeutic

    Dani has been a huge support to hospo I’m so many ways.

    In these podcasts I’ve learnt and enjoyed so many of the episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    agentalf
    Australia5 years ago
  • High quality and insightful

    Insightful and vibrant podcast. The best of its type in Melbourne. Come to this feeding station to hear the latest on the scene.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dave@revolution!
    Australia6 years ago

Listeners Say

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A valuable resource for understanding back-of-house realities and community-driven venues.
Listeners praise the host's interviewing style and the breadth of guests across hospitality and farming.
Consistently excellent for anyone involved in food, drink, and small business in hospitality.
A candid, industry-insider perspective that still feels welcoming to newcomers.
High-quality, insightful discussions with practical takeaways for operators.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#82
United Kingdom/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#42
Australia/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#241
Germany/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#61
Indonesia/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#81
Ukraine/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#142
Denmark/Arts/Food

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ben Creek (Accor Hotels) - making hotel hospitality attractive
Q: How do you manage cost pressures and still create compelling hotel dining experiences?
He emphasizes the advantage of hotel infrastructure, location, and shared spaces to support smaller operators, reduce overhead burdens, and provide licensed spaces where mom-and-pop operators can shine. He also discusses using data (AI) to optimize menus, supply chains, and staffing, balancing abundance with waste reduction, and implementing sustainability measures like carbon labeling and plant-forward menus to meet guest expectations and environmental goals.
Ben Creek (Accor Hotels) - making hotel hospitality attractive
Q: What do you think have been the barriers to hotel dining becoming an excellence in Australia?
Ben explains it's a mix of historical cultural attitudes, population density differences, and a tendency to generalize across hotel dining. He notes that while hotels have produced strong training grounds and talented professionals, there has been a lack of focused identity in many hotel dining concepts, which makes it harder to attract local crowds and create meaningful, community-focused experiences.
Melanie Lionello (nutritionist, content creator and author) - From My Little Kitchen
Q: How did social media influence your career and the book's creation?
Her social media presence was pivotal in building her audience, with a breakthrough tied to a vegetarian protein-and-fiber recipe that went viral, shaping how she writes and promotes the book.
Melanie Lionello (nutritionist, content creator and author) - From My Little Kitchen
Q: What makes this book different from other cookbooks?
It includes a full nutritional analysis of every recipe with icons showing high nutrients, and it focuses on the Cucina Povera principles to deliver healthy, affordable meals.
Melanie Lionello (nutritionist, content creator and author) - From My Little Kitchen
Q: Tell us about your background and how it informs the book.
Melanie describes being a nutritionist and lecturer who shifted to authoring a cookbook that merges her Italian heritage with practical Australian cooking, emphasizing nutrition and sustainability.

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What is Dirty Linen about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A thoughtful, industry-forward show that pulls back the curtain on hospitality, food systems, and small-business realities. Across episodes, conversations thread through farming, local sourcing, community-owned venues, and the economics of running restaurants, cafes, and distilleries, often with a focus on sustainability, workforce issues, and regional Australia. The host brings incisive questions and warmth, inviting guests from farmers and chefs to venue operators and community-minded entrepreneurs to share practical insights, behind-the-scenes challenges, and bold ideas for a more resilient food culture. Expect candid storytelling, actionable takeaways for operators, and a steady emphasis on localism, collaboration, and the social dimens... more

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2. Isabelle Pearl Love-Dack
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