
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.
Episodes
100 episodes
Chris Kong | Crafting a Better Future with Tempeh
Chris Kong's journey from child actor in Hong Kong to co-founder and co-CEO of Better Nature is nothing short of remarkable. Chris shares how hi...
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Episode 100
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41:04

The Salad Project Journey: Florian de Chezelles on Building A Salad Empire
Florian de Chezelles, co-founder of The Salad Project, joins us for a conversation about his remarkable ...
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Season 1
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Episode 99
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42:52

Crafting a Bean Revolution: Amelia Christie-Miller’s Journey With Bold Bean Co
Ever wondered how a simple bean can transform the food industry? Join us as Amelia Christie-Miller, the innovative force behind Bold Bean Co...
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Season 1
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Episode 98
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40:48

Crafting a New Era in Personalised Nutrition with Melissa Snover
Uncover the inspiring entrepreneurial journey of Melissa Snover, the visionary founder and CEO of Nourished, as she takes us on a ride from her unexpected start in business to pioneering innovations in the world of personalised nutrition. Melis...
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Episode 97
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36:32

Crafting Tenzing: Huib van Bockel's Journey Creating a Natural Energy Revolution
Meet Huib van Bockel, the creative force behind Tenzing, a natural energy drink brand that's turning heads. Journey through Huib's eclectic career, from his marketing roots at Unilever and Red Bull to his initial entrepreneurial steps with a fa...
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Season 1
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Episode 96
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48:37

From Powerlifting to Protein-Rich Desserts: Emily Tout's Journey with Mighty Slice
From aspiring lawyer to founder, Emily Tout, the co-founder and CEO of Mighty Slice, joins us to share her extraordinary path to entrepreneurship. Emily's unexpected discovery of powerlifting during her university years sparked a profound shift...
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Season 1
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Episode 95
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37:41

Melvin Jay's Journey from Corporate Marketing to Sustainable Entrepreneurship
Ever wondered what it takes to pivot from a corporate career to becoming a successful entrepreneur? Join us as we uncover the fascinating journey of Melvin Jay, the visionary behind Gunna Drinks and the Sustainable Bottling Co. Learn how Melv...
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Season 1
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Episode 94
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51:02

The Cheese Geek: Cheese Business Mastery with Edward Hancock
Ever wondered how a finance guru can transform into a cheese industry innovator? Edward Hancock, the founder of The Cheese Geek, join...
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Season 1
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Episode 93
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45:53

From Lawyer to Burger Mogul: Zan Kaufman's Journey with Bleecker Burger | Repost
What ignites a person to leave a prestigious career for an uncertain venture? Meet Zan Kaufman, the dynamic founder of B...
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Season 1
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Episode 92
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38:53

From Neuroscience to Snacks: Olly Hiscocks' Journey to Revolutionise the Olive and Snack Industry | Repost
Repost from 2020 | What happens when a neuroscience enthusiast shifts gears to revolutionise the olive market? Meet Olly Hiscocks, the mastermind behind
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Episode 91
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41:20

Adam Wills - Gourmet Burger Kitchen & Crosstown Doughnuts Cofounder | Repost
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 se...
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Season 1
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Episode 90
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41:29

From Corporate Comfort to Chocolate Innovation: Ella McKay's Journey with Fatso
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 be...
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Season 1
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Episode 89
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42:47

Mark Selby | Wahaca - The Power of Staying Curious & Always Learning
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 fla...
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Season 1
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Episode 88
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52:06

From Courtroom to Kitchen: Chantelle Nicholson's Journey to Apricity and a Sustainable Culinary Vision
Imagine swapping the courtroom for the kitchen; that's exactly what Chantelle Nicholson, the culinary virtuoso at the helm of London's sustainability m...
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Season 1
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Episode 87
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33:02

Tomas Lidakevicius - Turnips Co-founder: From Beats to Beets - A Rapper's Journey to Michelin Star Cooking
Imagine leaving behind a life destined for the stage, microphone in hand, to command the bustling kitchen of a Michelin-starred restaurant Tomas Lidakeviciu...
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Season 1
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Episode 86
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48:19

Dunnet Bay Distillery - Founder Martin Murray | From Oil Rigs To Distilling
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
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Season 1
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Episode 85
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48:54

Pentire Drinks - Founder Alistair Frost | The Non-Alcohol Spirit Revolution
Imagine enjoying a refreshing, plant-based drink while basking in the glow of an outdoor adventure. That’s exactly what Alistair Frost, founder of
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Season 1
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Episode 84
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42:06

Stu Macdonald - ManiLife Founder | A Tale of Passion, Peanut Butter, and Entrepreneurship
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 ...
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Season 1
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Episode 82
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36:46

Kaytea Founder - Kevin Tang | From Finance to Ice Tea Entrepreneurial Success:
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, ...
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Season 1
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Episode 82
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33:05

Popcorn Kitchen - Louise Webb Founder | Turning Passion into a Profitable Business
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 behin...
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Season 1
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Episode 81
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36:35

Camilla Barnard - Rude Health Co-Founder | Creating A Brand The Way You Want It
Today we have Camilla Barnard, co-founder of Rude Health. Rude Health was founded in 2005 by Camilla and Nick...
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Season 1
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Episode 80
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33:48

Marc Summers - Bubala Founder | Testing & Adapting To Success
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...
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Season 1
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Episode 79
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38:44

Chris Leach - Manteca Co-founder | Constraints Lead To Creativity
Today we have Chris Leach, co-founder of Manteca. Manteca is a modern Italian-British restaurant focused on nose-to-tail cooking an...
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Season 1
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Episode 78
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36:41
