
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
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 1042 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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Every now and then, we check in with Emma Sheahan from Lumen People, a cafe and wine bar in Melbourne’s Fitzroy. Our Illuminating Lumen series is all about small business: the joys as well as the tricky bits and challenges. As winter kicks in, we tal... more
We love a milestone on Dirty Linen! Geppetto Trattoria in East Melbourne is celebrating 45 years, marking its 1981 opening with a pasta mista for $19.81 all week.
We talk to owner Adriano Cea about legacy, lovely customers and his dad Nino, who’s st... more
Is there a good reason to buy a grand champion wagyu beast for tens of thousands of dollars and bring it into Australia for diners to try?
Emily Yu thinks so.
Her team outbid all others in a Japanese auction to secure the best beast, which is now b... more
If we’re lucky, we’ll get old. But if we end up in aged care, as many of us will, what are the meals going to be like? David Martin is the executive chef at St Vincent’s Care, which offers retirement living and aged care in New South Wales and Victor... more
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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.
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
Always listen to Dani’s podcast while setting up your restaurant for dinner service . A true honest voice for us . Thank you Dani 🙏🏻
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.
Insightful and vibrant podcast. The best of its type in Melbourne. Come to this feeding station to hear the latest on the scene.
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The show offers candid conversations with hospitality professionals, farmers, chefs, and food-focused entrepreneurs, exploring practical realities of running kitchens, farms, and restaurants, as well as broader industry trends like sustainability, sourcing, and workplace culture. Episodes blend personal career journeys with actionable insights on menu design, budgeting, staff leadership, supply chains, and community impact. A standout aspect is its emphasis on storytelling that connects food to memory, ethics, and regional identity, often featuring hands-on operators and small-business resilience that can inspire peers and prospective guests alike.
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