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Dirty Linen - A Food Podcast with Dani Valent

A Deep in the Weeds Production
Hospitality Industry
Melbourne
Hospitality
Australian Open
Sustainability
Australia
Community
Coffee
Sustainable Agriculture
Filipino Cuisine
Sydney
Community Engagement
South Australia
Mental Health
Culinary Arts
Women In Hospitality
Farm My School
Agriculture
Food Waste
Local Produce

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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Latest Episodes

Coffee in the morning, wine in the evening, and never the twain shall meet. But what if there are more connections than we might imagine between these two beverages? Elika Rowell moved from the coffee industry, where she was a longtime barista, roast... more

Sommelier Jade Tareha co-owns Noosa’s Humble on Duke with her partner Stacey Conner. After two decades working in hospitality for other people, Jade and Stacey launched their small restaurant in 2020. Owning a business is living the dream, right? Wha... more

People get obsessed with all kinds of food styles and cuisines. There’s tradition and detail in everything from sushi to burgers to French fine dining. All give the opportunity to go deep.

But I do think there’s a special kind of obsession that grab... more

Back in 2019, I reviewed a restaurant called Ercolano in Patterson Lakes, an outer bayside suburb of Melbourne. I liked the place. Nino Cucciniello and his family put everything into their restaurant: the pasta, the pizza, the sausages, all made in h... more

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Recent Guests

KC Hildebrand
Founder of Wildfire Craft BBQ and chef with experience in fine dining and other restaurants
Wildfire Craft BBQ
Episode: KC Hildebrand (Wildfire Craft BBQ, Geelong) - the beauty of BBQ
Nino Cucciniello
Ercolano owner and hospitality professional
Ercolano
Episode: Nino Cucciniello (Ercolano) - rising from the ashes
Daniela Maiorano
Chef and fourth-generation member of a restaurant family from Sulmona who works between Abruzzo and Australia.
Episode: Postcard from Italy with Dani Valent and Daniela Maiorano
Galia Valadez
Chef-turned-waiter and sommelier, and co-owner of a Mexican restaurant and wine bar
Barro
Episode: Galia Valadez (Barro, Adelaide) - culture, money, producers and emotion
Sam Homan
Executive chef at Joseph's at Werribee Mansion
Joseph's at Werribee Mansion
Episode: Sam Homan (Joseph’s) - an industry in transition
Ali Currey-Voumard
Owner of Table Bar Bistro; part of Table Records Bar in Castlemaine
Table Bar Bistro / Table Records Bar
Episode: Ali Currey-Voumard (Table Bar & Bistro, Castlemaine) - How resilient are small local businesses in today's hospitality industry?
Kellie Ashton
Owner of Pure Catering
Pure Catering (Brisbane)
Episode: Kellie Ashton (Pure Catering, Brisbane) - Is it ever not crunch time in hospitality?
Jenna Abbruzzese
Chef turned lamb farmer
Addington Downs
Episode: Jenna Abbruzzese (Addington Downs) - spring lambing
Emma Sheahan
Co-owner of Lumen People, a coffee shop, eatery, and wine bar
Lumen Cafe and Wine Bar
Episode: Emma Sheahan (Lumen People) - Illuminating Lumen

Host

Dani Valent
Host of Dirty Linen

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 135 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
    Australia6 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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Listeners describe the host as a sharp, compassionate interviewer with a knack for bringing out behind-the-scenes stories.
Audiences appreciate the practical industry insights and the focus on workforce wellbeing and fair practices.
The show is praised for being a credible, thoughtful companion for those in hospitality and foodservice; some episodes highlight personal resilience and industry reforms.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#8
Australia/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#72
Australia/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#47
New Zealand/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#70
Indonesia/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#149
Hong Kong/Arts/Food
Apple Podcasts
#186
Ireland/Arts/Food

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Nino Cucciniello (Ercolano) - rising from the ashes
Q: What was the financial impact on you about with the fire?
The business went from operating to having no income overnight, while costs continued. The family lost possessions during the building process and struggled to work out how to survive.
Nino Cucciniello (Ercolano) - rising from the ashes
Q: What did the restaurant mean to you and the family?
Ercolano grew from family recipes, memorabilia and traditions into a welcoming place where local people gathered, celebrated and felt comfortable.
KC Hildebrand (Wildfire Craft BBQ, Geelong) - the beauty of BBQ
Q: What would you advise people who are perhaps a little bit earlier in the journey?
He recommends networking, betting on yourself, starting with pop-ups and collecting honest feedback from paying customers before considering a restaurant.
KC Hildebrand (Wildfire Craft BBQ, Geelong) - the beauty of BBQ
Q: What goes into making your brisket just the way you want it?
Hildebrand describes trimming briskets to make them cook and portion evenly, using the trim for sausage and beef tallow, seasoning and dry-brining the meat, then managing long cooks with close attention to fire, weather and temperature.
Galia Valadez (Barro, Adelaide) - culture, money, producers and emotion
Q: What do you wish customers understood better about restaurants?
She wants customers to recognize the preparation and planning behind restaurant service and the many people involved in each ingredient, including wine makers and fishers.

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A deep-dive food industry show that pulls back the curtain on restaurants, cafes, and bars, exploring operations, pricing, leadership, sustainability, and the human side of hospitality. Episodes feature chefs, restaurateurs, farmers, beekeepers, sommeliers, and food writers, with conversations that blend practical industry insights, personal origin stories, and broader cultural topics. Notable throughlines include workforce wellbeing, authentic storytelling around sourcing, innovative hospitality models, and the social impact of food businesses. The show often centers on resilience, community, and practical takeaways for operators and suppliers alike, making it valuable for professionals seeking behind-the-scenes context, trend spotting, an... more

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2. Nino Cucciniello
3. Daniela Maiorano
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