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Buffalo Hunting to MasterChef: Robby Cooper’s Inspiring Journey
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Our Host: Stuart Cook
Today’s Guest: Robby Cooper
What does it mean to grow up in Northern Territory’s rich cultural landscape, from buffalo hunting to MasterChef fame? In this episode of Next Gen North, we sit down with Robby Cooper, a proud NT local with deep Indigenous and multicultural roots. Robby shares his fascinating journey, from learning traditional cooking techniques at the hands of his ancestors to representing NT on the national culinary stage.
He dives into the unique fusion of Indigenous and Macassan flavors that define NT’s food scene and opens up about the importance of keeping young Territorians engaged through sports and culture. Plus, hear about Robby’s unconventional approach to cooking—he never tastes his food before serving, relying instead on his sharp sense of smell!
If you’re passionate about food, culture, or the Northern Territory’s untold stories, this episode is packed with insights you won’t want to miss.
Watch the full episode and get ready to explore NT’s food heritage like never before!
Tune in now!
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Timestamps and Chapters:
- (0:00) Meet Robby Cooper: NT’s Local Legend
- (1:00) The Influence of Indigenous and Macassan Cuisine in NT
- (2:45) Robby’s Buffalo Hunter Grandfather: A Family Legacy
- (6:30) From Darwin to MasterChef: How Sports Shaped Robby’s Life
- (8:15) The Role of Sports in Keeping NT Youth Off the Streets
- (12:45) MasterChef Secrets: Robby’s Unconventional Cooking Method
- (15:10) Blending Cultures in Cooking: Robby’s Signature Dishes
- (18:00) How Australian Native Ingredients Are Elevating Cuisine
- (20:30) Robby’s Vision for Indigenous Tourism and Local Development
- (25:00) Building Stronger Communities with Government Support
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