Food Bytes with Sarah Patterson

Gut health is not a cute, catchy brand name or a corporate advertising slogan, but it is the key to our general wellbeing and our guest this week Lee Holmes is an expert in the field. Lee is a qualified clinical nutritionist, a yoga and meditation teacher and author of Eat to Heal (Rockpool Publishing). Lee shares her insights on the many and varied ways we can achieve good gut health without sacrificing all the good things in life. The Food Poll is always a treat but this week it's a traditional confectionery treat that comes in a myriad of shapes and sizes. Are you a yay or a nay for licorice? Food Bytes with Sarah Patterson and 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/ Follow us on Facebook... https://www.facebook.com/foodbyteswithsarahpatterson/ Twitter & Instagram - @sarahfoodbytes Producer - Christopher Gates © 2026 Howdy Partners Media See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anthony Phelan has one of those faces that everyone knows, but we're not sure exactly where from. Currently treading the boards in Death of a Salesman at Her Majesty's Theatre in Melbourne with Anthony LaPaglia and Alison Whyte, Anthony has been on our screens and stages for much of the last 45 years. Here, he shares some hilarious moments from his first stage appearances and a recent brush with fame in the pickle aisle of his local supermarket. Anthony is a wobbling vegetarian, a keen vegetable grower, an occasional dog whisperer and a keen cook and jam maker, which makes him perfectly cast as a guest on our show. For our weekly Food Poll, we borrow from the Bard and ask 'To dunk or not to dunk? That is the question' Food Bytes with Sarah Patterson and 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/ Follow us on Facebook... https://www.facebook.com/foodbyteswithsarahpatterson/ Twitter & Instagram - @sarahfoodbytes Producer - Christopher Gates © 2026 Howdy Partners Media See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Diesel - aka Mark Lizotte - is our brilliant guest on this episode, taking us from his childhood to the By Request tour he's about to begin, and everything in between. And when we say everything, we mean EVERYTHING. From his first musical instrument to learning and pawning his cello, forming and naming Johnny Diesel and The Injectors to cooking the perfect fried egg. And the icing on the cake is the Diesel-made icing on the cake. Rock Star and Kitchen Star! Then it's time to 'Broc and Poll' as we pose the question: Broccoli - yay or nay? Get details of the Diesel By Request tour https://www.dieselmusic.com.au/shows Food Bytes with Sarah Patterson and 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/ Follow us on Facebook... https://www.facebook.com/foodbyteswithsarahpatterson/ Twitter & Instagram - @sarahfoodbytes Producer - Christopher Gates © 2026 Howdy Partners Media See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Few people can lay claim to having the Australian Prime Minister cook dinner for them, let alone that event taking place at The Lodge, but our guest this week has that and more on her plate. Annabel Crabb - host of the popular ABC TV show Kitchen Cabinet - joins us and spills the beans, peas and corn on her kitchen experience with Anthony Albanese, revealing how the Wagon Wheels almost fell off! Dessert spoons are drawn for the Food Poll as the traditional berry trifle battles it out with the precocious newcomer - the chocolate trifle. Winner takes all. 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/ Follow us on Facebook... https://www.facebook.com/foodbyteswithsarahpatterson/ Twitter & Instagram - @sarahfoodbytes Producer - Christopher Gates © 2026 Howdy Partners Media See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Coffee not only has a rich and interesting taste, it has an equally diverse and fascinating history. Our guest this week Dominic Pellegrino knows that better than anyone. Author of the new book 'Melbourne Coffee Roasters - A History,' Dominic was director of Mocopan Coffee, one of Australia’s founding coffee roasters, from 1982 to 1995. Dominic's own experiences in the industry combined with with his meticulously researched history and a love of coffee give him a unique perspective. From instant to pods, and plungers to the powdered Cafe Bar experience, we talk coffee in all its variations. And to finish, how about some pudding? Rice pudding to be precise. Are you in the yay or the nay camp? 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/ Follow us on Facebook... https://www.facebook.com/foodbyteswithsarahpatterson/ Twitter & Instagram - @sarahfoodbytes Producer - Christopher Gates © 2026 Howdy Partners Media See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Soon to be seen in series 3 of The Traitors on Channel 10, Alvin Quah is a well known face thanks to his two standout seasons on MasterChef. Alvin gives us an insight into the machinations of The Traitors and some special memories of his MasterChef days as well. He is proudly Malaysian born and his insight to the best food from his homeland is brilliant. We also learn of Alvin's little-known skill that has absolutely nothing to do with cooking or television cameras, but one he shares with Sarah. When Kevin asked Sarah what the Food Poll for this week was going to be, 'She just smiled and gave him a Vegemite sandwich.' So keeping the show as bright as bright can be, we ask are you a happy little Vegemite sandwich eater or not? 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/ Follow us on Facebook... https://www.facebook.com/foodbyteswithsarahpatterson/ Twitter & Instagram - @sarahfoodbytes Producer - Christopher Gates © 2026 Howdy Partners Media See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Allan Raskall could never be accused of being one of televisions beige presenters. Allan's unique style has been lighting up our television screens for more than 30 years. After decades on the road covering the hard news, Allan found his happy place rubbing shoulders with the stars and bringing their stories to life. Allan's mad for classic cars, tea and coffee, and shares with us a cooking tip that is an absolute bottler. It's a wintry blast for the weekly Food Poll. Can we tempt you with pea and ham soup? 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/ Follow us on Facebook... https://www.facebook.com/foodbyteswithsarahpatterson/ Twitter & Instagram - @sarahfoodbytes Producer - Christopher Gates © 2026 Howdy Partners Media See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Darren Crocker is a very busy man. He's about to coach the Australian women's AFLW team in its first-ever match against Ireland, he's soon to begin the AFLW season as head coach of the back-to-back winning Premiers North Melbourne and he's about to reveal whether his kitchen skills match his record breaking coaching skills in a most entertaining episode of Food Bytes with Sarah Patterson. In Darren's first ever food interview, he admits the barbecue is his happy cooking space. He recalls fond childhood memories of cleaning his plate each night and confesses to having a very, very sweet tooth. Darren is loving his role at North Melbourne and shares his thoughts on the women's game and how it is making him the coach he wants to be. We also take Darren back 30 years to his role in the Kangaroos' 1996 AFL premiership win. And to finish this episode we squeeze some sardines into a tin and pose the Food Poll question - tinned sardines: Is it a yay or a nay? 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/ Follow us on Facebook... https://www.facebook.com/foodbyteswithsarahpatterson/ Twitter & Instagram - @sarahfoodbytes Producer - Steve Visscher © 2026 Howdy Partners Media See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Synonymous with the long running and hugely popular ABC television series Spicks and Specks, Alan Brough makes his podcast debut with us. Of all the podcasts in all the world, he chose Food Bytes with Sarah Patterson to be his foray into the podcast world. What could possibly go wrong? Actually nothing, as Alan is a most entertaining guest and takes us through some very funny recollections from Spicks and Specks, including day one at Ripponlea. There's also some not so fond memories of the 'food' from his boarding school days, a beautiful dinner party guest list and a litany of embarrassing television moments. Then it's hands on buzzers for the Food Poll. Are you going Weet Bix or Nutra Grain in this breakfast cereal bunfight? 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/ Follow us on Facebook... https://www.facebook.com/foodbyteswithsarahpatterson/ Twitter & Instagram - @sarahfoodbytes Producer - Steve Visscher © 2026 Howdy Partners Media See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

He is one of Australia's best-loved performers, and whether he is singing, dancing, hosting, acting or plumbing, Shane Jacobson is a rare talent and always has plenty on his plate. Which begs the question: Why would he buy a pub in regional Victoria? Well, he did, and the new owner of the Dederang Hotel in the Kiewa Valley joins us (after an eight year break) to share the story of 'Oops I bought a Pub,' his latest television and entrepreneurial adventure. In true Shane style, it is a hell of a good yarn. No hefty power or gas bills were harmed in the making of the Food Poll again this week as yet another uncooked delicacy is put to the test: Steak tartare ... are you for or against? 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/ Follow us on Facebook... https://www.facebook.com/foodbyteswithsarahpatterson/ Twitter & Instagram - @sarahfoodbytes Post-production by Chris Gates for Howdy Partners Media © 2026 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At Food Bytes we don't stocktake, we take stock of the wonderful array of guests we have had on the show since the start of 2026. Sir Ian "Beefy' Baron Botham kicked off the year in style and he is a fitting opener for this EOFBY Special - End of Financial Food Bytes Year. Get it!? Whilst 'goddess' is not a royal proclamation, there is no doubt it sits perfectly well with Effie, who regaled us with hilarious anecdotes of the changes happening in her life in a most revealing chat. Finally, an icon of Australian televison jourrnalism - Steve Liebmann, the original Today Show host. A man who has seen and been a part of some of the most important news events in modern history. What an episode. A knight, a goddess and an icon. All that is missing is something to eat. How about raw fish? The Food Poll delivers ,with your yay or nay vote for sashimi. 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/ Follow us on Facebook... https://www.facebook.com/foodbyteswithsarahpatterson/ Twitter & Instagram - @sarahfoodbytes Post-production by Chris Gates for Howdy Partners Media © 2026 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Series 3 of Stuff the British Stole is about to hit our screens and its creator Marc Fennell - host of the television show, the podcast and author of the book - is our guest this week. Marc travels the globe in search of the these amazing stories and he shares some of his fascinating discoveries - especially about tea drinking - in between chatting about slow cooked lamb shoulder, the importance of rice cookers and what people yell at him in the street. Kevin is excited that his favourite biscuit, the Mint Slice, is front and centre in the Food Poll this week. His thousand How To Vote Cards are coming but alas,voting has closed. Will it be a yay or a nay? 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/ Follow us on Facebook... https://www.facebook.com/foodbyteswithsarahpatterson/ Twitter & Instagram - @sarahfoodbytes Post-production by Chris Gates for Howdy Partners Media © 2026 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

George Shevtsov is an acclaimed Australian television, film and theatre actor best known for roles like the History Man in Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga and as radio DJ Ken Sherry in Love Serenade. The latter is one of Sarah and Kevin's all-time favourite Aussie films and it is a treat to chat to George about this classic movie on its 30th anniversary. The Ken Sherry character has been variously described as a brooding, self centured, yet charismatic big city radio announcer who somehow finds himself working on a little station in a Victorian country town. The classic 'big fish, little pond' scenario. George shares his memories of the film he describes as an Australian masterpiece - and a whole lot more. The star of the Food Poll this episode are those salty little critters we know as capers. Which side of the fence do you sit on? Is it a yay or a nay? 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/ Follow us on Facebook... https://www.facebook.com/foodbyteswithsarahpatterson/ Twitter & Instagram - @sarahfoodbytes Post-production by Chris Gates for Howdy Partners Media © 2026 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Daniel Motlop was a very exciting footballer to watch during his playing days for North Melbourne and Port Adelaide, where he clocked up 130 AFL games. Post footy, Daniel has found a new calling and, through his businesses, is combining native ingredients, indigenous skills, cultural knowledge and traditional methods with modern eco-friendly technology to produce some amazing food and beverage products for us to enjoy. Daniel takes us inside the development of products like his Green Ant Gin and the benefits his venture is bringing to traditional communities. Plus, we find out about his cooking skills and reminisce about his AFL days. The Food Poll is timely, tasty and testing. As we prepare for those cold wintry nights, would you go the vegie curry or the curried snags? To discover more about Daniel Motlop's Seven Seasons visit www.seven-seasons.com.au . 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/ Follow us on Facebook... https://www.facebook.com/foodbyteswithsarahpatterson/ Twitter & Instagram - @sarahfoodbytes Post-production by Chris Gates for Howdy Partners Media © 2026 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australian netballer Sophie Garbin is one of the elite players in the world game, but as the designated BQ (Baking Queen) of the Melbourne Vixens, her responsibilities go way beyond her GA (Goal Attack) duties on court. Sophie gives us the lowdown on the sweet treats that fire up the reigning national netball champions and we discover some fascinating insights into the Australian Diamonds' dining habits on the road. Plus, there's a shock revelation about the team's coffee culture. The squeeze is on for the Food Poll again this week as we ask whether you are a yay or nay for the much-undervalued balsamic vinergar glaze. 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/ Follow us on Facebook... https://www.facebook.com/foodbyteswithsarahpatterson/ Twitter & Instagram - @sarahfoodbytes Post-production by Chris Gates for Howdy Partners Media © 2026 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Melanie Lionello has just released a beautiful and very practical book called 'Easy Italian Dinners from My Little Kitchen' (Murdoch Books) and we are delighted to have her on the show to talk about the 101 recipes between the covers. We explore Melanie's wonderful Italian family traditions which introduced her to a lifetime passion for quick, cheap, easy, healthy and delicious meals. We indulge in some sweet treats, a hearty winter pasta and a kitchen tip or two. Our weekly Food Poll is a blast from the past. Remember Cottee's Ice Magic? But in 2026 are you a yay or a nay? 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/ Follow us on Facebook... https://www.facebook.com/foodbyteswithsarahpatterson/ Twitter & Instagram - @sarahfoodbytes Post-production by Chris Gates for Howdy Partners Media © 2026 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Toby Schmitz is an actor, playwright, director, novelist and Food Bytes guest extraordinaire. Currently playing to packed houses across Australia in the production Art with Richard Roxburgh and Damon Herriman, Toby took time out from the Melbourne season to chat about his love of the theatre and his many very successful film and television roles, including the smash hit Boy Swallows Universe and his surprising pirate voice for the series Black Sails. We discover his late night post-show wind down and the sweet treat that is his very guilty pleasure. For someone who isn't a kitchen whiz, Toby has some outstanding tips to share and a food combo that might surprise and delight. The Food Poll highlights the legume everyone is talking about - chickpeas. Are you a yay or a nay? 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/ Follow us on Facebook... https://www.facebook.com/foodbyteswithsarahpatterson/ Twitter & Instagram - @sarahfoodbytes Post-production by Chris Gates for Howdy Partners Media © 2026 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Elvis is in the Food Bytes building, or at least Mark Andrew - hands-down the best Elvis tribute artist going around - is. Mark is also a king of the kitchen, sharing his baked potato secret as well as some wise words on good health from his wife Lisa Curry AO, Olympian and a former Food Bytes guest. As well as taking us to Graceland for a peanut butter and jelly delight, Mark shares his vivid memories of his Maltese background, especially his grandma's special bread. Mark is currently making his way around the country with his Elvis Leaves his Mark 30th Anniversary Tour. All the details are on his website www.markandrew.com.au It is a sticky sweet Food Poll this week and the choice is maple syrup or honey. 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/ Follow us on Facebook... https://www.facebook.com/foodbyteswithsarahpatterson/ Twitter & Instagram - @sarahfoodbytes Post-production by Chris Gates for Howdy Partners Media © 2026 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stephanie Alexander AO is a national treasure, as is her famous book 'The Cook's Companion' (Penguin Books), which she has lovingly revised, renewed and released for its 30th anniversary. Keeping things simple and anxiety-free is Stephanie's goal and she takes us through her love of cooking - which started at a very young age - and shares her thoughts on everything from TV cooking shows to air fryers. Stephanie is passing on her passion for cooking through her other passion: The Kitchen Garden Foundation, which she founded to introduce kids to the garden and the kitchen. The Food Poll this week features Spanakopita. For those who don't know, Spanakopita is a traditional Greek savoury pastry consisting of a spinach and feta cheese filling encased in flaky, buttery filo. So, are you a yay or nay? 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/ Follow us on Facebook... https://www.facebook.com/foodbyteswithsarahpatterson/ Twitter & Instagram - @sarahfoodbytes Post-production by Chris Gates for Howdy Partners Media © 2026 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Barry Creyton is a much-loved part of Australian television history, thanks to his very creative input into groundbreaking programs like The Mavis Bramston Show and Graham Kennedy's Blankety Blanks. Barry has just released the book of his amazing theatrical life 'Beyond Togetherness - A Life,' which, like Barry, is full of riveting stories of his days treading the boards, acting, writing and directing around the globe. Barry shares some of those memories, plus some insights into how he looks and is so fabulous at the age of 86. As the last morsels of Easter chocolate disappear, we are up for a final sweet splurge, pitting the irresistible Lindt Balls against the beguiling Ferrero Rochers in the weekly Food Poll. 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/ Follow us on Facebook... https://www.facebook.com/foodbyteswithsarahpatterson/ Twitter & Instagram - @sarahfoodbytes Post-production by Chris Gates for Howdy Partners Media © 2026 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.