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In November 2018, Stelios Theocharous, the founder of Ceres | Pure Food Innovation (and someone who occasionally finds his keys on the first try), launched the Ceres Podcast. This groundbreaking platform has now become a gathering spot for like-minded co-hosts:
• Mark Petrou, Petrou Bros
• Kelly Barnes, Krispies
• David Nicolaou, Auckley Friery
• David Miller, Millers Fish & Chips
 
Together, they embark on insightful conversations with the movers and shakers of the Food & Hospitality industry, forming the illustrious Podsquad.
 
At the Ceres Podcast, we take our time. There's no rushing here - unless we're late for dinner. We're on a mission to uncover the deep-seated passions that motivate our guests, ranging from Chefs and Fish & Chip Shop Owners to Food Producers and Hoteliers, including everyone who makes the hospitality world spin.
 
Our discussions are as varied as the ingredients in a gourmet dish, catering to anyone with a stake or interest in the bustling world of hospitality. If you're eager to learn from the experiences and stories that shape this industry, the Ceres Podcast awaits you. Dive into our world, where learning is served with a side of laughter.

 

Dec 23, 2018

Stelios gives a little update about the podcast.
- Ideas about the podcast, hope of the future.
- Types of people we want to interview.
- Questions & Answers.

Podcast Recommendations:
- Freakonomics by Stephen Dubner.
- The Bottom Line by Evan Davis (BBC).
- The Revisionist History by Malcolm Gladwell.

Book...


Dec 23, 2018

Thomas Colombo is a professional mixologist, he is the founder and owner of Mambo Mobile Bars and travels the country mixing up drinks. 

We wanted to talk to someone different in the hospitality industry, and I think Thomas is a perfect example with a unique business. 

Thomas Book Recommendation:

The Craft of the...


Dec 18, 2018

Andrew Crook is the President of the National Federation of Fish Friers and co owner of Skippers of Euxton.

We discuss many interesting topics inc;
- How he got into the trade.
- Packaging.
- Public Health.
- NFFF.
- General industry topics.

Andrew's Book Recommendation:
Tribes: We need you to lead us by Seth Godin...


Nov 30, 2018

Mark Petrou is former Seafish Fish and Chip shop of the Year Winner; he is one of the resident trainers at the KFE school of excellence. Aside from winning fish and chip shop of the year, he and his brother have run multiple businesses (usually all at once).

We discuss his history and the ups and downs of...