The easiest way to cook at home with Dezi Cooks! (Ch 7's Plate of Origin's ONLY WINNER)

The easiest way to cook at home with Dezi Cooks! (Ch 7's Plate of Origin's ONLY WINNER)

Author: Dub & Nectorious Papi January 28, 2025 Duration: 54:13

This week, we’re joined by the incredibly talented Dezi Madaferri, winner of Channel 7’s Plate of Origin in 2020, where she proudly represented Team Greece, and co-host of Channel 10’s 10 Minute Kitchen. Dezi shares her journey, from her love of Greek food to her passion for making homestyle cooking accessible to everyone.

We talk about what it’s really like behind the scenes of a competitive cooking show, her go-to cooking tips (including what she’s freezing for later), and how her Dezi Cooks seasonings became a must-have in kitchens around Victoria. Plus, we settle some big debates—feta vs. no feta, and chocolate frappes: yay or nay? Stick around for the Quick Fire round and her answer to the ultimate foodie showdown: Greek or Italian?

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There's a particular kind of conversation that happens when people who are genuinely obsessed with food get together, and that's exactly what you'll find on The Food Guys Podcast. Hosts Dub and Nectorious Papi don't just review meals; they dive headfirst into the entire universe of what we eat. Each episode feels like pulling up a chair at a lively table where the topics range from breaking down the latest fast-food menu item to heated debates about beloved or despised ingredients. The discussion is always grounded in a real passion-they love to talk about food just as much as they love to eat it. You'll hear more than just their opinions, though. They regularly bring other voices into the mix, from well-known names in the food industry to local business owners and fellow food lovers. These conversations are packed with the hosts' natural chemistry, which means plenty of laughter, friendly banter, and the occasional good-natured argument. Tuning into this podcast is like getting an insider's look at food culture, served with a side of humor and genuine curiosity. It’s a show for anyone who thinks about their next meal while they’re still eating the current one.
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