
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 | Twice weekly | Episodes | 1073 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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In an ongoing series on Dirty Linen, we return to Addington Downs to talk spring lambing (and kidding) with Jenna Abbruzzese. When things go wrong, and the anguish is real, how does a microfarmer balance emotion with the ongoing project of land regen... more
As we discuss the state of hospitality, Dirty Linen returns to Illuminating Lumen, an ongoing series of chats with Emma Sheahan from Lumen People, a cafe and wine bar in Melbourne's Fitzroy. Why does cheddar on toast cost $26?
lumenpeople.co... more
It feels like it’s never not a big time in the restaurant world but this does feel like a particular moment of challenge and change. So for the next little while, Dirty Linen will be posing more questions about the state of the industry - maybe even ... more
With 40 years experience as a chef, Ash Nathan is now the food services manager for Emmy Monash, a Jewish aged care residence in Melbourne. Originally from Sri Lanka, Ash is more than a chef for his elderly customers. He listens and learns, shares an... 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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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. Ash Nathan
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