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Kitchen Day Podcast

Kitchen Day
Hospitality
Wellington
Cuba Street
Rita (wellington Restaurant)
Hospitality Industry
Mosaic Venues
Logan Brown
Swimsuit
Puffin
Storytelling
Specialty Coffee
Coco's Cantina
Covid-19
Wellington, New Zealand
Nikau
Neko Cafe
Wine
Wineheads
Training
Ortega Fish Shack

Hosted by Dominique Fourie McMillan, the Kitchen Day Podcast celebrates the people who bring hospitality to life through service. Each episode features chats with some incredible folk who work in service - from hosts and bartenders to sommeliers and owners - sharing their philosophies, challenges, triumphs, and why they believe service is the best job in the world. Whether you work in hospo (or di... more

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Ismo Koski - or Mo, as he’s known in hospo circles - is one of Aotearoa’s most respected front-of-house operators. He came up through the city's most influential fine-dining rooms, including The Grove, Sidart, and the French Café under Simon Wright a... more

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I’m delighted to bring you this conversation with none other than Hannah Wells, the charming owner of Wellington’s beloved hidden wine bar Puffin. With a background in design, Hannah came into hospitality with a strong sense of feel and intention, an... more

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An art history major who took a shift at Cazador at 18 and never really left.

Two decades on, Rebecca Smidt now owns and runs Cazador, the Cazador deli next door, and San Ray on Ponsonby Road with her partner Dariush. Three very different venues, al... more

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In this episode of The Kitchen Day Podcast, I chat with Tait Burge and William Bridewell Roberts, two of the most driven, humble, and exciting entrepreneurs in New Zealand right now. These guys started out with a simple obsession: to make the perfect... more

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Recent Guests

Hannah Wells
Owner, Puffin wine bar in Wellington
Puffin
Episode: Hannah Wells of Puffin on building Wellington’s most beloved hidden wine bar
Rebecca Smidt
Co-owner of Cazador restaurant, Cazador Deli, and San Ray
Cazador / San Ray
Episode: Rebecca Smidt of Cazador & San Ray on the true cost of greatness in hospitality
Tait Burge
Co-founder of Swimsuit
Swimsuit
Episode: Tait Burge and William Bridewell Roberts of Swimsuit Coffee on building a company around a perfect cup of coffee
William Bridewell Roberts
Co-founder of Swimsuit
Swimsuit
Episode: Tait Burge and William Bridewell Roberts of Swimsuit Coffee on building a company around a perfect cup of coffee
Renee Coulter
Hospitality leader, Coco's Cantina
Coco's Cantina
Episode: Renee Coulter of Coco’s Cantina on what caring for others actually looks like
Mike Egan
Hospitality veteran and founder/operator of Monsoon Poon, Bullcott Street Bistro, and other venues
Monsoon Poon; Bullcott Street Bistro; RA New Zealand (Past National President)
Episode: Mike Egan from Monsoon Poon on a lifetime spent in hospitality
Roger Young
Hospitality entrepreneur and Cuba Street icon
Fidel's, Little Gringo's, Havana Bar, Brothers Cold Press
Episode: "No regrets": The making of Cuba Street hospo icon, Roger Young
Kate Hutchison
Warm heart and guiding spirit behind Capitol Restaurant
Capitol Restaurant
Episode: Hospitality, parenthood and partnership with Capitol's Kate McMillan Hutchison
Steve Logan
Hospitality veteran and founder of Logan Brown
Logan Brown
Episode: Hospo veteran Steve Logan on service, success and 30 years of Logan Brown

Host

Dominique Fourie McMillan
Host of the show focusing on hospitality through service; long-running creator and curator of conversations with hospitality professionals.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 12 ratings
  • Fascinating!

    As a frequent diner, I feel I have had a sneak peek behind the scenes. Thank you for insightful, empathetic questioning. Maybe you should add a trigger warning – it made me hungry!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Highland Kiwi
    New Zealand6 months ago
  • Insightful!

    Brilliant first episode, love that front of house are getting the spot light that they deserve - the passion from the hosts and guest was evident from the first word spoken. Looking forward to next ep!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    OG BARISTA
    New Zealand6 months ago

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Listeners praise insightful, empathetic questioning and behind-the-scenes transparency.
FOH-focused episodes spotlight the people behind great service and leadership.
Some listeners note trigger warnings may be useful due to vivid food-fuelled storytelling.
Guests and hosts are commended for warmth and practical hospitality wisdom.

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Hospitality of the heart: Enzo Bresolin on the art of service
Q: How has your hospitality philosophy evolved as you moved from family-owned venues to your current wellness-focused venture?
The core ethos remains about people, presence, and purpose; hospitality is a form of hosting that can extend beyond food and into wellbeing. The shift to Strong Teatro reflects a belief that you can maintain the service mindset—anticipation, hosting energy, and community-building—while evolving into new formats that support longevity and health.
Hospitality of the heart: Enzo Bresolin on the art of service
Q: What is your earliest memory of being in service?
From a young age Enzo was involved in service at Il Casino, polishing glasses and learning to read a room; leadership began when, as a teenager, he orchestrated staff to open a cafe and ended up running the show by asking people what they wanted and arranging roles accordingly.
Hannah Wells of Puffin on building Wellington’s most beloved hidden wine bar
Q: How do you curate your wine list and train staff to sell it, given the changing nature of the list?
The list is organized into clear categories (Sauvignon-like whites, mid-bodied whites, fuller wines, orange, rosé, sparkling, and red variations). Staff onboarding emphasizes personal engagement with producers and storytelling so they can share the narrative with guests, not just flavor notes.
Hannah Wells of Puffin on building Wellington’s most beloved hidden wine bar
Q: How did Puffin come to be, and what was the moment you realized you could build your own place?
Hannah explains that the opportunity arose when space behind the building was offered; she saw it as a chance to create a wine bar that felt approachable yet serious about biodynamic and organic wines, combining a rotating wall list with a deeper bench of producers.
Hospitality for life: Katie Woodhead on finding joy, one table at a time
Q: How would you encourage somebody who's wanting to get into that line of work? What steps could they take to become as passionate about wine as you?
Start where you work: taste through your list, open bottles for brief tastings, run quick five-minute briefings, and pick three points to sell at the table. Build confidence by learning a few wines well, and use those stories to engage guests. Seek ongoing learning, use internal tastings to compare wines side by side, and ask for training opportunities or external help if needed.

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What is Kitchen Day Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A candid, hospitality-centric show that centers on people who bring service to life, from front-of-house stars to restaurant owners and sommeliers. Episodes consistently explore philosophies of care, staff development, community, and the real-world challenges of running people-focused venues, often weaving in stories about mentorship, leadership, and how culture shapes guest experiences. Noteworthy is the emphasis on humane leadership, long-form career journeys, and a practical, down-to-earth view of building sustainable hospitality brands. Listeners are likely drawn to authentic conversations about how service excellence is cultivated, managed, and celebrated, both in moments of triumph and during industry headwinds.

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Recent guests on Kitchen Day Podcast include:

1. Hannah Wells
2. Rebecca Smidt
3. Tait Burge
4. William Bridewell Roberts
5. Renee Coulter
6. Mike Egan
7. Roger Young
8. Kate Hutchison

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