This month, we sit down with the team at Floridia Cheese — a family-owned Australian company built on over 70 years of tradition, passion, and craftsmanship. From humble beginnings in 1952, when Mauro and Carmela Montalto migrated from Sicily with their three young sons, the Floridia story is one of heritage carried across generations and perfected on Australian soil.
What started as Mauro making ricotta over a wood fire in his backyard soon grew into something far greater — a community favourite that became one of Australia’s most respected traditional Italian cheese manufacturers. Today, Floridia Cheese continues to uphold the family’s legacy, blending time-honoured Sicilian methods with modern innovation to create the finest Mozzarella, Bocconcini, Ricotta, and Pecorino, all crafted with care in Thomastown, Victoria.
This month, we sit down with the team at JL King & Co — a family-owned Australian company with over 100 years of history. From humble beginnings in 1913 to becoming one of the nation’s most trusted suppliers of fresh produce and ready-made meals, JL King & Co has been built on family values, community, and a relentless commitment to quality.
Today, their products reach thousands of Australian homes, schools, supermarkets, cafes, and restaurants, all while staying true to their roots in the Central Victorian region. In this episode, the JL King team share how they balance heritage with innovation — from sourcing the best local fruit and vegetables to creating pre-prepared salads, soups, and meals that make everyday eating simple, healthy, and delicious.
This is a conversation about legacy, growth, and the passion behind feeding a nation with quality you can trust.
This month, Jack, John and Alex sit down with Patrick LaManna — CEO of LaManna and Director of Pistachio Papi. From leading Melbourne’s go-to destination for “the good things in life” to creating a cult-followed dessert brand, Patrick shares how family values, quality produce, and a passion for innovation have shaped his journey. LaManna is more than a supermarket — it’s a celebration of flavour, culture, and connection, inspiring customers to cook, create, and share unforgettable moments around the table. This episode is a rich and inspiring conversation about heritage, entrepreneurship, and the joy of bringing people together through food.
This month, Jack, John and Natalie sit down with Hayden and Heidi Dyt — the husband-and-wife duo behind Foxes Den, a family-run business serving up restaurant-quality food for fast foodies. From cooking for loved ones at home to building a brand that brings wholesome, natural meals to people on the go, it’s a story of passion, persistence, and purpose. Founded in 2011 with a simple mission — to make healthy food convenient and delicious — Foxes Den is a testament to what happens when you stay true to quality and lead with heart. This episode is a warm, inspiring conversation about family, food, and building something that matters
This month, Jack, Alex, and John sit down with the passionate team behind Marisa’s Kitchen — a family-run business known for their award-winning soups, sauces, and dips. From humble beginnings to supermarket shelves, they share the real story behind the brand: years of hard work, late nights, and staying true to quality. It’s a warm, honest conversation about family, food, and what it takes to build something meaningful from the ground up.
Jack, Alex, and their dad John sit down with special guest Kyle Rodgers for one of their most powerful conversations yet. Kyle opens up about his journey through the highs and lows of the logistics industry including the moment he collapsed at an industry event, hit his head, and needed surgery. They dive deep into burnout, the pressure to succeed, and the challenge of raising young children while running a business. It’s a raw and honest look at what it really means to lead, recover, and find purpose again both in work and in life.
Join Jack, Alex, and their dad John as they welcome a very special guest — their mum, Marie. In this heartwarming episode, the family shares stories from behind the scenes at Cold Xpress, reflecting on the challenges, values, and teamwork that have shaped their journey. A candid and personal look at the family behind the business.
Join Jack, Alex, and their dad John as they chat with their first-ever guest, Oliver from the Australian Meat Industry Council (AMIC). In this episode, they explore the role AMIC plays in supporting local butchers, processors, and smallgoods makers across Australia. Learn how Cold Xpress works alongside industry leaders like AMIC to keep food moving and businesses thriving — from paddock to plate.
Join Jack, Alex, and their dad John as they dive into the world of business, family dynamics, and the refrigerated transport industry. Together, they run Cold Xpress, a family-owned company based in Rowville, Victoria, specialising in chilled and frozen next-day delivery services. From Melbourne metro to regional Victoria, their trusted fleet serves as the distribution backbone for manufacturers, food processors, agents, and distributors.
Join Jack, Alex, and their dad John as they dive into the world of business, family dynamics, and the refrigerated transport industry. Together, they run Cold Xpress, a family-owned company based in Rowville, Victoria, specialising in chilled and frozen next-day delivery services. From Melbourne metro to regional Victoria, their trusted fleet serves as the distribution backbone for manufacturers, food processors, agents, and distributors.
Join Jack, Alex, and their dad John as they dive into the world of business, family dynamics, and the refrigerated transport industry. Together, they run Cold Xpress, a family-owned company based in Rowville, Victoria, specialising in chilled and frozen next-day delivery services. From Melbourne metro to regional Victoria, their trusted fleet serves as the distribution backbone for manufacturers, food processors, agents, and distributors.