Now You Know! S1 E6 - Damien Brabender

We sat down with executive chef and owner Damien Brabender from Otis. We dug deep and spoke to him about truffles, bringing people together at his Dining Hall and what it's like working in Michelin starred kitchens. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We spoke to Clonakilla's Chief Winemaker Tim Kirk about how he respectfully and perfectly captures the essence of the landscape in liquid form.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We speak with Altina's co-owner and CEO Christina Delay about the significance of inclusivity and innovation - and what it takes to capture a feeling, memory or moment and bottle it up in a non-alcoholic wine.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A bonus episode for our listeners, and a little step outside the food and wine scene. We couldn't pass up the opportunity to speak with one of Canberra's icons and former Raider's Captain, Jarrod Croker. We discuss the importance of leadership (when to lead), the challenges of injuries and the importance of backing yourself.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We speak with trailblazer and co-owner of Pilot and Such and Such, Dash Rumble. With two hats and restaurant of the year 2024 under her belt we discuss the importance of location, challenges on finding the perfect team, and what it takes to run an award winning two hatted restaurant.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We speak with Co-Founder & Managing Director from Capital Brewing Co, Laurence Kain. We discuss how he stays innovative in a hugely competitive market while having an environmentally sustainable approach.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We speak with two hatted chef and culinary director of DOMA, Ben Willis. We deep dive into the many facets of his journey as a former owner and chef of Auberine to now culinary director of DOMA.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.