Food Bytes with Sarah Patterson

As a groundbreaking broadcaster, Muriel Cooper called a spade a spade and now, in her new life as a psychologist and author, she has appropriately called her latest book Up Shit Creek in a Barbed Wire Canoe (and how to cope with it). norstriliapress.com

We talk about Muriel's practical and refreshingly honest tips and strategies to cope with life's more challenging situations, plus her killer baked raspberry cheesecake and more.

In the poll that really matters this week, you have two choices: Vote 1 chocolate sprinkles or Vote 1 hundreds and thousands. Voting is fun - not compulsory - and voting on party policies is totally acceptable as long as it's the birthday party, the wedding party or the party to end all parties (thanks Skyhooks).          

Presented by Sarah Patterson & Kevin Hillier

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Busy wife, mum and renowned foodie favourite Marion Grasby is our delightful guest on the Food Bytes with Sarah Patterson podcast this week.

Marion is the host of Flavours of Heart & Home on SBS Food. From Thai street food to classic Aussie roasts, the show is a love letter to food, family and culture.

From life in idyllic Noosa to getting up at 4.30 for the early morning runs that are her passion, Marion gives a fascinating insight into her life, and shares with us the recipes and the stories that have shaped her.

And our Food Poll this week is particularly ‘special’ – are you a fried rice fan?

Presented by Sarah Patterson & Kevin Hillier

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Matt Moran is one of Australia's most instantly recognisable and successful chefs, with a string of popular restaurants and a constantly packed media schedule.

We welcome Matt to Food Bytes to chat about his latest television series Memory Bites (SBS Food) and share his culinary adventures. From his Nan's overcooked but love-soaked lamb and vegies to hanging out with the likes Neil Perry, Shannon Bennett and George Calombaris, Matt's passion is family, food and friends. 

Our Food Poll this week is a simple yes or no to the fruit that has been dressed in pyjamas, skinned and slipped on, frittered and sung about. Is it a yay or nay to the humble banana?       

Presented by Sarah Patterson & Kevin Hillier

Broadcast each Sunday on the ACE Radio Network - https://aceradio.com.au/

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Radio 2DD - Easy Listening - On Line - https://www.2dd.online/

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Paul Dimattina has never been afraid to get his hands dirty, either in the kitchen or on the footy field. Growing up in a family ensconced in both hospitality and football gave Paul a pretty clear career path and one he grabbed with both hands (washed and dried). From peeling spuds and washing dishes as a 14 year old to running the very popular Lamaro's now as a recently celebrated half centurion, Paul loves the 'people business' and shares some wonderful stories and experiences. 

The Food Poll is a tortuous choice for most of us. Cheese or chocolate? The voting might surprise you.   

Presented by Sarah Patterson & Kevin Hillier

Broadcast each Sunday on the ACE Radio Network - https://aceradio.com.au/

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Virginia Trioli is a formidable presence. A skilled broadcaster and award-winning journalist who’s held Prime Ministers to account and had countless other pollies squirming in their seats.

This week, she joins us on the Food Bytes with Sarah Patterson podcast ahead of  Season 2 of Creative Types with Virginia Trioli on ABC TV.

In her delightful and insightful chat with us, Virginia opens up about everything from media life to the joys of getting creative in the kitchen … oh, and her instant Nutella mousse recipe is to die for!

And our Food Poll this week is a bake-off … err … cake-off … as the chocolate and red velvet varieties go head to head.

Presented by Sarah Patterson & Kevin Hillier

Broadcast each Sunday on the ACE Radio Network - https://aceradio.com.au/

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Radio 2DD - Easy Listening - On Line - https://www.2dd.online/

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With the 2025 NRL season not long underway, we have a very fitting guest on this week’s podcast: Melbourne Storm hooker Bronson Garlick.

In a fun and far-reaching chat, Bronson shares with us memories of his childhood days and the journey to achieving his dream of playing top-level rugby league for one of the NRL’s powerhouse teams.

And because we’re all about food, Bronson also gives us a fascinating insight into his family’s business Garlo’s Pies, as well as the very healthy coffee culture at the Storm!

In our Food Poll this week, we’re putting the chicken schnitty sanga up against the steak sanga. Which would you choose?

Presented by Sarah Patterson & Kevin Hillier

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Jess Eva is a dynamo who gives everything a go, as we have all seen with her appearances on The Block, I'm a Celebrity Get Me Out of Here and Studio 10. From hosting to getting her hands dirty, Jess takes on every challenge with gusto. The Budget Battlers host shares some delightful childhood memories and some not so delightful jungle stories in a fun-filled chat with Sarah and Kev. 

The weekly Food Poll see the biscuit battle continue, this time Oreos pitted against the humble Jam Fancies.     

Presented by Sarah Patterson & Kevin Hillier

Broadcast each Sunday on the ACE Radio Network - https://aceradio.com.au/

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Get down, get funky and get ready to revisit the 80s, because our special guest on the Food Bytes with Sarah Patterson podcast this week is none other than Pseudo Echo frontman Brian Canham.

Brian takes us on a nostalgic trip back to where it all began – from his high school days in Melbourne and earliest food and family memories to the incredible chart success of Pseudo Echo, including the amazing story behind the band’s international smash hit, Funky Town.

With the band back together and currently touring the country, it’s a very timely and spirited chat about the Aussie music scene.

Our Food Poll this week poses a sweet dilemma – rum and raisin ice cream for the win, or choc chip?

Presented by Sarah Patterson & Kevin Hillier

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John Waters is one of the best known faces and voices in Australian entertainment, thanks to his incredible and varied body of work over decades. His award winning acting in shows like Offspring, Rush and All the Rivers Run - plus his many years as one of the hosts of Play School - have made him a huge part of our lives. His other passion is music and he is currently touring Australia with his show Radio Luxembourg, performing the hits of the sixties. John chats about what was on the dinner table and the radio growing up in the UK and shares memories of his time doing Play School.     

Our Food Poll is the great Australian Cake Off, pitting the ever popular sponge up against the delectably decadent mud cake.        

Presented by Sarah Patterson & Kevin Hillier

Broadcast each Sunday on the ACE Radio Network - https://aceradio.com.au/

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Sitting on the couch, eating snacks, watching TV and sharing opinions about the latest programs is exactly what Tim Lai is really good at. Aren't we all? But Tim is one of the stars of Gogglebox Australia, which is about to launch its 21st season on 10, 10 Play and Paramount +. Tim is a coffee and lolly infused bundle of hilarity and you will love his candour, his honesty and his laugh.   

To squeeze the final rays of sun out of the 2025 summer we pose the cucumber question. Are they cool or not?     

Presented by Sarah Patterson & Kevin Hillier

Broadcast each Sunday on the ACE Radio Network - https://aceradio.com.au/

Catch us also on:

Radio 2DD - Easy Listening - On Line - https://www.2dd.online/

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