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Recipe for Greatness

Interviewing the founders behind the best food companies in the UK to deconstruct the skills and knowledge they used to grow their business so you can learn from the best and start-up something yourself.

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38:53

From Lawyer to Burger Mogul: Zan Kaufman's Journey...

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2024/07/19

What ignites a person to leave a prestigious career for an uncertain venture? Meet Zan Kaufman, the dynamic founder of Bleecker Burger, who shares her journey from a corporate lawyer in New York to a renowned burger entrepreneur in London. Discover the moment that turned Zan's passion into a thriving business and how her core values of equality, inclusion, and diversity laid the foundation for Bleaker Burger's success.From a single street food truck to a bustling kiosk in Spitalfields

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41:20

From Neuroscience to Snacks: Olly Hiscocks' Journey...

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2024/07/05

Repost from 2020 | What happens when a neuroscience enthusiast shifts gears to revolutionise the olive market? Meet Olly Hiscocks, the mastermind behind Olly's, a vibrant brand that's breathed fresh life into olives, nuts, and snacking pretzels. Olly's journey began with just 50 pounds and a kitchen full of experimental flavours tested on friends and family before making it big. Listen as Olly reveals the quirky character names behind his products, the importance of eye-catching

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41:29

Adam Wills - Gourmet Burger Kitchen & Crosstown...

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2024/05/24

Embark on an inspirational odyssey with Adam Wills, the culinary mastermind who's reshaped London's food scene, as he recounts his journey from a software career to founding food sensations Gourmet Burger Kitchen and Crosstown Donuts. Feel the rush of excitement as Adam, a New Zealander by birth, details the leap of faith that led to his reinvention of the burger experience and the artisanal donut revolution. Our insightful chat peels back the layers on what it takes to make a mark in the

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42:47

From Corporate Comfort to Chocolate Innovation: Ella...

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2024/05/17

Have you ever found yourself in the crossroads between a comfortable corporate job and the thrilling unknown of startup culture? That's where Ella McKay stood before she took the leap into the world of dark chocolate with her company, Fatso. Join us as Ella opens up about her transformative journey, from debating ice cream toppings to pioneering a brand that's captivating the dark chocolate market with its bold flavours and ethical sourcing.In this episode, we unravel the threads of human

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52:06

Mark Selby | Wahaca - The Power of Staying Curious &...

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2024/04/12

From the hustle of finance to the heat of the kitchen, Mark Selby, co-founder of Wahaca, sits down with me to serve up a story that’s as flavourful as it is insightful. With a dash of serendipity, Mark recounts the pivotal moments that took him from the world of finance into the arms of the restaurant industry, alongside Thomasina Miers. Together, they've stirred up more than just tantalising dishes, giving birth to Wahaca in the vibrant heart of Covent Garden. Their tale is one of blending a

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33:02

From Courtroom to Kitchen: Chantelle Nicholson's...

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2024/04/05

Imagine swapping the courtroom for the kitchen; that's exactly what Chantelle Nicholson, the culinary virtuoso at the helm of London's sustainability mecca, Apricity, did. Her remarkable journey from law student to award-winning chef is not just a tale of career transformation, but a stirring testament to the power of passion. In our latest episode, Chantelle opens up about the defining moments that took her from a family orchard in New Zealand to the pinnacle of the UK's food scene,

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48:19

Tomas Lidakevicius - Turnips Co-founder: From Beats...

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2024/03/25

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48:54

Dunnet Bay Distillery - Founder Martin Murray | From...

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2023/12/08

Ever dreamt of leaving your routine job and setting off on an adventurous journey of passion? Imagine swapping your job for a distillery, and this episode brings you the real-life story of someone who did just that! Meet Martin Murray, co-founder of Dunnet Bay Distillers, who took the audacious leap from the oil and gas industry to distilling, creating jobs for himself and his wife, Claire. From developing the award-winning Rock Rose Gin to the Holy Grass Vodka, hear all about their tale of

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42:06

Pentire Drinks - Founder Alistair Frost | The...

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2023/11/24

Imagine enjoying a refreshing, plant-based drink while basking in the glow of an outdoor adventure. That’s exactly what Alistair Frost, founder of Pentire, had in mind when he created his unique brand, inspired by his love for active outdoor living. Join us as we dive into Alistair's fascinating transition from the bar scene to entrepreneurship, and how his changing relationship with alcohol led to the creation of a healthier, plant-based drink alternative. We'll explore how Pentire

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36:46

Stu Macdonald - ManiLife Founder | A Tale of Passion,...

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2023/10/27

discount code: JAYSPEANUTBUTTER - 15% off - single use only (as of Friday 27th Oct)Today on the podcast we welcome Stu MacDonald, the founder of the ground-breaking peanut butter brand, ManiLife. Stu is a food fanatic with an incredible tale of seizing a chance on his travels to Argentina and turning it into a revolution in the peanut butter market. Learn about Stu's journey, from overcoming the fear of starting a business to developing an unwavering focus on product quality and provenance

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33:05

Kaytea Founder - Kevin Tang | From Finance to Ice Tea...

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2023/10/20

Imagine trading a predictable career in finance for the unpredictable world of entrepreneurship in the middle of a pandemic. That's exactly what our guest, Kevin Tang, the go-getter behind the organic iced tea brand, Kaytea , did. An unforeseen visa complication coupled with the global lockdown propelled him to chase his dream, resulting in a thrilling journey from brewing tea in his kitchen to creating a website to test the market waters. Kevin's story is a testament to the power of

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36:35

Popcorn Kitchen - Louise Webb Founder | Turning...

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2023/10/06

Ever wondered what it takes to turn your passion into a successful enterprise? Pop a bag of popcorn and settle in for a riveting conversation with Louise Webb, the brains behind Popcorn Kitchen. Louise takes us on a journey through her career, from food science degree to sales director, before finally making the leap into entrepreneurship. Her tale, filled with highs and lows, reveals how a simple snack led her to the prestigious shelves of Selfridges.We dive headfirst into the world of

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33:48

Camilla Barnard - Rude Health Co-Founder | Creating A...

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2023/09/01

Today we have Camilla Barnard, co-founder of Rude Health. Rude Health was founded in 2005 by Camilla and Nick Barnard. They started with the Ultimate Muesli, which they created around their kitchen table. Today, 18 years into the journey, Rude Health can be found in fridges and cupboards worldwide, with a 60-plus product portfolio. Along with an unrivalled range of Dairy-free Drinks and Muselis, the brand now offers everything from flavourful Granolas, Porridges, Puffs and Flakes to seriously

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38:44

Marc Summers - Bubala Founder | Testing & Adapting To...

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2023/07/14

Welcome to the Recipe for Greatness podcast today we have Marc Summers - the founder of Bubala - the Middle Eastern restaurant with two sites in London, Spitalfields and Soho. Bubala is a Michelin-recommended restaurant, with rave reviews from Jay Rayner and Jimi Famurewa. In 2022 Jay Rayner called Helen Graham, the executive chef, six chefs to watch in the Observer Food Monthly. Support the show

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36:41

Chris Leach - Manteca Co-founder | Constraints Lead...

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2023/07/07

Today we have Chris Leach, co-founder of Manteca. Manteca is a modern Italian-British restaurant focused on nose-to-tail cooking and fire-cooked meat. It was awarded 11th Best Restaurant in Britain at the National Restaurant Awards and received a Michelin Bib Gourmand. It has also received rave reviews from Grace Dent and Jay Rayner calling it "Genuine verve and originality". Prior to Launching Manteca Chris worked at Petersham Nurseries, Pitt Cue and Kitty Fisher. Support the show

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36:38

Matt Grech-Smith - Competitive Socialising Cofounder...

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2023/06/09

Today we have Matt Grech-Smith, the co-founder of The Institute of Competitive Socialising but you’ll know them for Swingers - the crazy golf club with sites in London, New York, and Washington. Prior to that, Matt co-founded Rough Hill with Jeremy Simmonds, also co-founder of The Institute of Competitive Socialising. Matt started RoughHill while he was at university and grew it to the UK’s biggest organiser of youth music events until it was acquired by Chime PLC in 2012. Support the show

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38:41

Dan Lowe & Toby Moore - Smugglers Ice Cream | How To...

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2023/06/02

Today on the Recipe for Greatness podcast we have Dan Lowe and Toby Moore - the founders of Smugglers, the market's first ice cream with hidden veg. Dans previously founded Fourpure, the award-winning beer company, which was acquired by Lion Group in 2018. Prior to that Dan founded UK Solutions, a data network consultancy that he started at 19 and was acquired in 2011.Toby Moore is a shopper marketing specialist, previously founding Mesh Marketing and Pilgrim Marketing, working with some of the

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47:21

Harvey Jenkinson - Gravity Co-Founder | From Sleeping...

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2023/05/05

Welcome to the Recipe for Greatness podcast! Today we're excited to have Harvey Jenkinson, co-founder of Gravity, the UK's leading active entertainment brand. Join us as we discuss the growth, challenges, and successes of Gravity, and learn from Harvey's experience in creating some of the best UK entertainment destinations.Support the show

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Andrew McGuinness - Layered Reality Founder |...

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2023/04/21

Today we have Andrew McGuinness the founder of Layered Reality, the company behind the smash hit immersive experiences - Jeff Wayne’s: The War of the Worlds and the Gun Powder Plot to name a few. Prior to that, Andrew spent two years running Freuds (apologies for my bad pronunciation), the UK’s leading PR business. The decade before that, he ran two businesses that he founded: Beattie McGuinness Bungay (BMB) and Seven Dials PR. Andrew was made CEO of TBWA\London at age 32 and has worked across

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36:07

Rachel Kettlewell - Fearne & Rosie Founder |...

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2023/04/06

On the podcast, we have Rachel Kettlewell, founder of Fearne and Rosie, the more fruit less sugar jams. Rachel will be sharing her journey from being a teacher to building a successful business. We will be chatting all about how she got her products into Waitrose and Morrisons, her insights on finding the right business partner, creating a mission-driven brand, and lots more.Support the show

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