S4E2: Gold Medals, Masterchef & Terroir: Inside the World of Kirsten Tibballs
Valérie Henbest sits down with pastry champion Kirsten Tibballs to explore competitions, chocolate terroir, and the journey behind the world of fine chocolate.
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S4E1: Building Bridges Through Cheese, Wine & Agriculture
Diplomacy meets gastronomy in this opening episode of Season 4. Valérie speaks with Vincent Hebrail from the French Embassy in Canberra about French–Australian agricultural ties, the journey of Roquefort into Australia, and the future of terroir and sustainability.
S3E7 - Heritage Meets Innovation with Mary Hamilton (Hugh Hamilton Wines)
Join Valérie Henbest as she chats with Mary Hamilton, the 6th-generation CEO of Hugh Hamilton Wines - one of Australia's oldest wine families. Mary shares the fascinating 185-year journey from her great, great, great grandfather, Richard Hamilton, who established the first vineyard in South Australia in 1837, to the modern,...
S3E6 -Wisconsin Caves to World-Class Cheeses - Sam Allison from Sartori
Join Valérie Henbest in this episode of Sensing Up as she chats with Sam Allison, Director of Global Sales & Marketing at Sartori Company. Valérie recounts her first encounter with Sartori cheeses at a Fancy Food Show in Washington DC back in 2011, where an initial hesitation turned into a...
S3E5- 40 Years of Dilmah: A Tea Story from Sri Lanka
Valérie Henbest welcomes Dilhan Fernando, CEO of Sri Lanka’s iconic Dilmah Tea, to reflect on 40 years of family-led innovation and integrity in the global tea industry. From his father's pioneering legacy to adapting for future generations, Dilhan shares the sensory journey of tea, the challenges of climate change and...
S3E4- Actress to Entrepreneur: Tori Dixon-Whittle
From actress to entrepreneur, Tori Dixon-Whittle has built a life defined by creativity, resilience and reinvention. In this episode of Sensing Up, she joins host Valérie Henbest to share her extraordinary journey—from the stage to hospitality, design and now writing. With honesty and energy, Tori reflects on motherhood, building businesses and...
S3E3 - The Rebel Chef of Africola with Duncan Welgemoed
Duncan Welgemoed is not your average chef. A rule-breaker with a passion for bold flavours, he’s worked in Michelin-starred kitchens, reinvented Adelaide’s dining scene and cooked for rockstars. In this episode, Valérie sits down with Duncan to uncover his journey from South Africa to the UK and ultimately, to Africola....
S3E2 - Tasting Australia with Karena Armstrong
Award-winning chef and restaurateur Karena Armstrong has spent over a decade celebrating South Australia’s Fleurieu Peninsula through her food. As co-owner of The Salopian Inn and co-director of Tasting Australia, she champions the three Ps—place, produce and people—while crafting fiercely local, seasonal cuisine. In this episode, Valérie explores Karena’s food...
S3E1 - The Father of Fusion with Cheong Liew
Renowned as the Father of Fusion Cuisine, Cheong Liew has shaped contemporary Australian food with his bold flavours and cultural storytelling. In this episode, Valérie Henbest delves into Liew’s journey—from his Malaysian roots to pioneering fusion cuisine in Australia. Discover how a self-taught chef blended Greek, Malaysian, and European influences...
Season 2 Highlights
Join host Valerie Henbest, renowned cheese expert and owner of the Smelly Cheese Shop - in the famous Adelaide Central Market - for a curated selection of Season 2's most compelling moments. A recipient of the French National Order of Agricultural Merit Award, Valerie brings her extensive expertise in cheese...
S2E13 - Foraging and Flavour in Adelaide Hills with Kane Pollard
Join Valérie Henbest as she explores the Adelaide Hills with renowned chef Kane Pollard.
S2E12 - Insights From French Ambassador Pierre-André Imbert
Step into a world of wine, cheese and culture with Pierre-André Imbert - French Ambassador to Australia.
S2E11 - The Magic of Berthillon Ice Cream with Muriel Delpuech
Travel back to the origins of Paris’s legendary Berthillon ice cream with Muriel Delpuech. Discover the secrets behind the family business that’s been enchanting taste buds since 1954. From creamy classics to vibrant fruit sorbets, learn how Berthillon continues to craft some of the world’s best ice creams. LISTEN HERE
S2E10 - Murray's Cheese and NYC with Elizabeth Chubbuck
Join Valérie Henbest in New York City for an inspiring conversation with Elizabeth Chubbuck, Chief Strategy Officer at Murray's Cheese.
S2E9 - Fromagerie Magic: Parisian Cheese with Virginie Boularouah
Step into Parisian paradise with Virginie Boularouah, a third-generation cheesemonger. Learn how Virginie’s dedication to raw milk, seasonal production, and animal welfare shapes her two beloved shops in Montmartre. Dive into a conversation that celebrates tradition, craftsmanship, and the timeless art of cheese making in France. LISTEN HERE