Jeremy Cordeaux welcomes John Overton and his son Andrew, a renowned chef, to The Court of Public Opinion LIVE from the dining room table. The conversation spans everything from Andrew’s new book about life in the culinary world, the struggles of being a chef, the truth behind the restaurant industry, and food culture in Australia and abroad. They also discuss fast food’s impact on modern society, restaurant trends, and the brutal realities of working in high-pressure kitchens.
đŽ Tune in for candid conversations, industry secrets, and a deep dive into food culture and hospitality.
đą Topics Covered in This Episode:
- Andrew Overton’s journey as a chef and his new book Meet Me in the Call Room.
- The reality of restaurant life and why fine dining is on the decline.
- Fast food culture and its negative effects on health and family life.
- Why the best food often comes from the poorest countries.
- The controversy of food bloggers and restaurant critics.
- Michelin stars and the impact of food reviews on businesses.
- Tipping culture in Australia vs. the US.
- Why restaurant gimmicks work in the short term but fail long term.
- The rise and fall of iconic restaurants in Adelaide and beyond.
- Trends in hospitality and where the food industry is headed next.
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