The Sauce NZ
Booking Overview
Metrics
Episodes: 58
Frequency: Weekly
Rating: 3.0/5.0
Estimated listeners: < 100
Listener location: New Zealand
Page updated: Oct 28, 2026 · How we check this data
Contact Information
Publicly listed emails
tash.mcgill@gmail.com
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Host
Tash McGill - Food and beverage commentator associated with More Good Drinks, covering New Zealand drinks, hospitality, and culinary trends.
Vicki Ravlich-Horan - Editor-in-chief of Nourish Magazine, with a focus on New Zealand food, beverage, hospitality, and culinary culture.
Booking Intelligence
Booking Requirements
Recent Guest Discussions
Barbara Lambert - Front-of-house Hospitality, Building Warm And Adaptable Service, Sustainable Restaurant Operations, And Creating An Inclusive Alternative To Traditional Fine Dining.
Matt Lambert - Opening Return Restaurant, Intentional Dining, Hospitality Teams, Sustainable Restaurant Success, New Zealand Food Identity, And Balancing Ambition With Family Life.
Kerry Tyack - Food Judging Criteria, Balance And Consistency, Ingredient Distinction, Local Identity, And Evaluating Competition Entries Fairly.
Nick Thomson - Traditional Butchery, Nose-to-tail Eating, Preserving Culinary Skills, Training The Next Generation, Provenance, And Local Food Traditions.
Recent Topics
Episodes
Advocating For Your Favourite Local: Hospitality's Hot Election Issues
October 23, 2026
With an election just weeks away, Tash speaks with Sam MacKinnon, head of communications and advocacy at Hospitality New Zealand, about what the sector wants parties to prioritise. The conversation covers hospitality’s role in the economy, the pressure of cost of living, and why skills, training, and regulation are central issues for the industry right now.In this episode, Sam explains how Hospitality New Zealand represents 2,500 members across bars, cafes, restaurants, accommodation, and tou...
How Barkers of Geraldine Keeps It Saucy: A Dive Into Food Innovation
October 15, 2026
What does it take to turn a food idea into something people reach for every day? This week, Tash sits down with Kim Whitman, Product Development and Procurement Manager at Barkers of Geraldine, for a behind-the-scenes look at food innovation in Aotearoa. Kim shares how new products move from a kitchen-bench concept to supermarket shelves, why packaging and real-world testing matter as much as flavour, and how Barkers balances heritage, local sourcing and changing consumer tastes. Our conversa...
A Future For Restaurants & Hospitality with Asher Boote
October 09, 2026
In one of our most upfront conversations yet, Asher Boote, owner of Hillside in Wellington and longtime chef, joins Tash and Vicki to talk about what it really takes to survive in hospitality for more than a decade. This conversation goes beyond food and into business design, staff development, closures, mental health, and why honest conversations matter more than polished ones. They discuss how Hillside has stayed relevant by evolving without losing its identity, why many restaurants fail be...
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Frequently asked questions
How do I get in touch with The Sauce NZ?
The Sauce NZ is hosted by Tash McGill and Vicki Ravlich-Horan. Its publicly listed email is tash.mcgill@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.
What is the email for The Sauce NZ?
The publicly listed email for The Sauce NZ: tash.mcgill@gmail.com.
How many listeners does The Sauce NZ have?
Podseeker estimates The Sauce NZ reaches fewer than 100 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.
Who is an ideal guest for The Sauce NZ?
The Sauce NZ typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: New Zealand restaurateurs, chefs, butchers, winemakers, beverage makers, food authors, competition judges, and hospitality professionals with a distinctive business, craft, product, or regional food story. Common among recent guests: Operating or launching a notable restaurant, food, or beverage business; Winning or judging a recognized food competition or award; Publishing a food-related book. Recent guests include Barbara Lambert, Matt Lambert, and Kerry Tyack.
How hard is it to get booked on The Sauce NZ?
Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.
What topics does The Sauce NZ cover?
Recent episodes cover Food, Beverage, Hospitality, Restaurants, and Wine. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.
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Publicly listed emails
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