Michael Mcelroy is a leading head chef that came up through the ranks of Nobu in London, before finding himself on the shores of Sydney.
Looking back on a career in football, he traded in the pitch to peel potatoes as a teenager.
We look at his journey, being a perfectionist, and the difficulty in reaching his aspirations in a culinary career.
We discuss late nights, abuse in the kitchen and unsociable hours.
Resilience and the reason kitchens are so stressful.
Why being a chef leads to high drug use.
What it takes to become successful as a chef.
Why you can't please everyone...... and of course, much more.