Today we caught up with Jay Albany, founder and fearless leader of West Australian regenerative farming company Dirty Clean Food. We talked about Jay’s career from start-ups, to Wall Street, to now working closely with farmers and innovative soil practices from Manjimup to Magaret River way up to the north of our beautiful State. 

Dirty Clean Food provides the highest quality of regenerative farming products like locally-sourced meat, seafood, fruit and veg, all available to the public in WA in restaurants and through home delivery. It’s an innovative and brave brand, so tune in to find out more.

In this episode we caught up with Jerry Fraser, the undisputed oyster king of Western Australia. We've long admired Jerry's commitment to the West Australian hospitality industry and his deep appreciation of provenance, produce and people. We were lucky enough to find out just how many oysters he's shucked over the last forty years (a lot!), growing up in the mountains of Peru and his naughty English boarding school days.

Today we caught up with Chris Caravella from Testun and THREE COINS TRATTORIA. Chris is one of the industy's most innovative, quirky and fun hospitality operators in Perth. We talked about his vision for Testun and Three Coins, how he enjoys spending his time when he's not at work, and much more.

On today’s episode of Paper, Scissors, Stock we are joined by Howard Park’s Chief Winemaker, Nic Bowen. Nic talks to his childhood living in the Great Southern, and his former life as professional triathlete. Nic delves into his very personal journey in the world of winemaking and the evolution of the Howard Park brand.

This episode was sponsored by Howard Park's Jeté sparkling collection, which was crafted under the masterful hands of today's guest: Howard Park's Chief Winemaker Nic Bowen. Sourced from the winery's finest vineyards in South West WA and made using meticulous winemaking techniques, the Jeté collection honours the family winery’s long-standing affinity with the arts and ballet careers of owner Jeff Burch’s siblings. Pick up a bottle of Jeté today from howardparkwines.com.au, the Good Grocer Cellar or your local liquor store. Please remember to drink responsibly.

Joining us today is Justin Scarvaci, Executive Chef of Vinotto and 2024 WAGFG New Restaurant of the Year, Yiamas. Justin shared with us his story from growing up in Kalgoorlie to working in Michelin star restaurants in London and back to Perth where he discovered his love for the 80km run.

Today we are joined by Ben Wood, Bar Manager of The Corner Dairy and panellist for the 2024 WAGFG Wine Awards & Festival. We had a deep, honest, and thoughtful conversation around growing up in Dubbo and his relationship with alcohol.  He shared his personal journey to come at peace with his new life in Perth and the venues that continue to inspire him.

Today, we went back in time with Chef Melissa Palinkas from Young George and Ethos Deli + Dining Room and did a deep dive on movies of the 90s, being in the right place at the right time, career mentors and spoke to her efforts in supporting small producers. 

Today we catch up with much loved butcher and member of the Northbidge Community, David Torre. We heard the incredible story of the establishment of Torre Butchers, the importance of family to David and spoke to the crucial aspect of culture within a business.

On today’s episode of our WAGFG Podcast, Paper, Scissors Stock, we sat down with the State Buildings Director of Wine and Beverages, Emma Farrelly.

Today on Paper, Scissors, Stock, we sat down with butcher turned restaurateur, Gavin Olsen of Olsen Butchers and Nextdoor. Gavin shared tales of his childhood spent growing up in the Perth Hills and in the family butcher business, falling in love with the hospitality industry, putting out (actual) fires, and finding his dream chef.