Manpreet Sekhon: The Curry Queen electrifying Melbourne’s culinary scene

Manpreet Sekhon: The Curry Queen electrifying Melbourne’s culinary scene

Author: A Deep in the Weeds Production August 3, 2026 Duration: 31:12
From revolutionizing Melbourne's dining scene with her high-powered, all-electric induction kitchens to landing a spot alongside culinary heavyweights as a Global Cooksafe Coalition ambassador, this powerhouse chef is single-handedly rewriting the narrative around authentic regional Indian cuisine in Australia. Whether she is serving up slow-cooked, hand-churned masterclasses across her acclaimed venues or steering top-tier event catering, her bold approach to flavor leaves an unforgettable mark. Joining us on the show today to share her extraordinary journey is none other than Victoria's own "Curry Queen," chef Manpreet Sekhon. https://www.instagram.com/curry.queen.au/?hl=en SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER FOR EXCLUSIVE ARTICLES, NEWS, GIVEAWAYS AND BEHIND THE SCENES ⁠https://deepintheweeds.us6.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=d33e307cf7100cf947e2e6973&id=d17d8213f5⁠ Follow Deep In The Weeds on Instagram      ⁠https://www.instagram.com/deepintheweedspodcast/?hl=en⁠ Follow Huck ⁠https://www.instagram.com/huckstergram/⁠ Follow Rob Locke (Executive Producer) ⁠https://www.instagram.com/foodwinedine/⁠ LISTEN TO OUR OTHER FOOD PODCASTS ⁠https://linktr.ee/DeepintheWeedsNetwork⁠ Deep in the Weeds is a food podcast hosted by Anthony Huckstep in conversation with chefs, food producers and members of the hospitality industry. An Australian Food Podcast from the Deep in the Weeds Network.

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Author: Language: English Episodes: 50

Deep in the Weeds - A Food Podcast with Anthony Huckstep
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