The Curious Cooks
A podcast that gets people thinking about what we eat and why it matters.
Join food professionals Kate Flower and Tracey Cotterell as they spark honest, independent conversations with industry insiders—shining a light on WA’s rich food landscape and the global trends shaping what we eat.
From the kitchen bench, and with their hallmark humour and curiosity, Kate & Tracey talk food and empower listeners to make choices that truly nourish. From what’s on our plates to what’s on our minds, they serve up a range of topics in the search for good food.
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FRESH VOICES - meet the next generation writing WA's food future
Meet the next generation shaping WA’s food future. From innovative young farmers to passionate advocates and creative producers, Kate and Tracey shine a light on emerging voices bringing new energy, ideas and resilience to our local food landscape.
Jake Ryan of Three Ryans Farm in Manjimup Western Australia, brings the passion, innovation, and deep-rooted values that make him essential listening for anybody curious about the future of Western Australia’s food.
Jake’s approach has earned him recognition as a Climate Positive Leader and a finalist in the Australian Farmer of the Year Awards for excellence in diversification.
His story isn’t just about good farming—it’s about proving that you can farm wisely and sustainably, inspiring others across the state to follow suit.
Find Three Ryans Farm
https://www.instagram.com/three_ryans/?hl=en
Stay curious and get involved. We’d love to hear from you - feedback - comments - food stories - the lot! You can find us via all the links below.
Recipe of the week
Little Custard Berry Tarts - using Three Ryans eggs laid by pasture-raised hens
Follow this link to the full recipe - https://mattersoftaste.com.au/blogs/news-and-recipes/little-custard-berry-tarts
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Host Information
Kate Flower
Food stylist, recipe developer, and storyteller, Kate has spent over 30 years in the food industry—and the past 15 bringing dishes to life for some of Australia’s most loved brands. From the farm gate to the family table, she’s passionate about the journey of every ingredient, and how understanding that journey changes the way we cook, eat, and connect.
Instagram @kateflowerfood Facebook @kateflowerfood
Tracey Cotterell
A professionally trained UK chef turned Perth culinary icon, Tracey has spent decades teaching more than 80,000 home cooks through her Matters of Taste cooking school, and introducing people to fresh food experiences via her Australian and international agrifood tours.
Part chef, part tour guide, and all-round fresh produce and cooking expert, she thrives on uncovering the p
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