In pictures: Meet the contestants competing on Gordon Ramsay's Food Stars 2024
Gordon Ramsay's Food Stars is here!
Hosts Gordon Ramsay and Janine Allis are on the hunt for Australia's most exciting and innovative food and drinks ideas – and it looks like they've chosen their teams.
Meet the 14 hopeful contestants who have survived the grueling round of pitches, and have secured their place in either Team Gordon or Team Janine.
Stream the latest episodes of Gordon Ramsay's Food Stars for free on 9Now.
The two teams will battle it out in a series of cut-throat challenges. But only one from each team can take home the grand prize of a $250,000 investment, a life-changing mentorship and of course be named Australia's first Food Stars.
We've met the cast, seen their products up close – let the Food Stars battle begin!
Catherine | Good Edi
Age: 36
From: VIC
Team: Janine
Product: Good-Edi (Edible Coffee Cups)
Catherine is one half of Good-Edi, a business aimed at revolutionising the takeaway cup market by making them edible. Alongside Aniyo Rahebi, the duo's product addresses the environmental impact caused by the disposal of one billion coffee cups used in Australia alone each year.
The team developed more than 250 prototypes to perfect their product. It wasn't long before their first order came from the production team of a Chris Hemsworth movie!
"Chris Hemsworth said he likes our product," they beamed ahead of Food Stars.
The cups are made of biscuit dough and coated with a heat-resistant layer of sugar, making them both edible and sustainable. The cups have a shelf life of two weeks and can contain hot beverages that last for 30 minutes and cold beverages for eight hours.
The cups are now available in 80 outlets and more than 150,000 have been sold.
Sina | Miss Sina Bakery
Age: 33
From: NSW
Team: Janine
Product: Miss Sina (Vegan Bakery)
Miss Sina is a well-established bakery with two locations in Sydney, run by founder Sina. The bakery produces everything in house at their Marrickville and Surry Hills locations, selling products to customers looking for high-quality vegan options.
Despite being profitable, the gluten-free aspect of the business has smaller margins and the team is always looking for ways to improve efficiency.
Miss Sina has an impressive zero-waste policy, ensuring that everything is used to its full potential. With an impressive social media following, Sina is looking to expand her business and provide high-quality vegan options to customers across the country.
Ash | Rude Boy Doughnuts
Age: 32
From: NSW
Team: Janine
Product: Rude Boy Doughnuts
Rude Boy Doughnuts is a vegan-style European pastry business founded by Ash, a former cocktail bar manager, who accidentally started the business during the COVID pandemic.
Though not a baker by trade, Ash became dissatisfied with the plant-based doughnuts available in Sydney and decided to create his own. Acquiring the recipe from a friend in Panama, he has been in business for two years, operating out of a ghost kitchen.
Ash currently sells his products through markets on weekends and via Uber Eats overnight. With high profit margins, he is confident in the business potential.
He has big plans for expansion, including a 24-hour vegan diner that could possibly become a chain.
Sophie | Seoul Tonic
Age: 28
From: NSW
Team: Janine
Product: Seoul Tonic
Sophie is the founder of Seoul Tonic, an innovative product that has been making a splash in the hangover relief beverage market.
She decided to launch her product after discovering the benefits of Korean pears and oriental raisins in stopping hangovers. When consumed prior to drinking alcohol, Seoul Tonic utilises fruit enzymes which assist in breaking up alcohol in the body.
With its slick packaging and unique offering, Seoul Tonic was launched in November 2022 and is now available through 80 retailers. Having invested her own money to kick-start the business, Sophie is now seeking working capital to scale her product and take it to the next level.
With her drive, enthusiasm and impressive track record, nothing will stop Sophie from taking Seoul Tonic to new heights.
Danny | Wolfit, Dog Food
Age: 34
From: WA
Team: Janine
Product: Wolfitbox (Dog Food)
Danny is the founder of a Perth-based subscription dog food business that has already made traction in disrupting an established industry. With the life expectancy of dogs declining, Danny was driven to create a product that could address and rectify this issue.
Following extensive research on the dog food market and the options available, he launched Wolfitbox, a product so high in quality that humans can eat it too.
With a growing customer base, a loyal following and a profitable business model, Danny's passion for providing healthy, high-quality products for dogs is evident in his success.
Renae | Sh-t The Bed Hot Sauce
Age: 45
From: WA
Team: Gordon
Product: Bunsters Hot Sauces
Renae is a larger-than-life personality and founder of a company that sells hot sauces and alcohol.
Her most buzzworthy sauce, "Sh-t The Bed", is exported globally and has become the #1 best-selling hot sauce on Amazon USA multiple times.
In addition to her hot sauces, Renae has created a milder version to expand her client base, as well as a range of canned cocktails. With a focus on creating a good time for her customers, she injects her signature sense of humour into everything she produces.
Christiana | Vegan Baklava
Age: 27
From: NSW
Team: Gordon
Product: Plant-based baklava
Christiana is the founder and owner of a micro-business, Ard, that specialises in plant-based baklava.
Her delicious and unique take on classic pastry has become a hit amongst vegans and non-vegans alike.
Christiana's baklava is made with a sweet pastry and doused with cashews, making it a perfect combination of crunchy and sweet. She has always been passionate about veganism and decided to create a dessert that could be enjoyed by anyone, regardless of their dietary restrictions.
Despite being trained in the legal and IT fields, Christiana has found her true passion in the world of vegan baking. She currently sells her products through pop-up events and markets and is confident she can take her business global.
Mason | Kommunity Brew
Age: 33
From: WA
Team: Janine
Product: Kommunity Brew
Mason has been in the health drinks industry since the age of 23. Coming from a family of successful business owners, Mason has a natural flair for entrepreneurship and has used his skill set to create Kommunity Brew.
As someone who does not drink alcohol himself, he saw a gap in the market for BBQ and event-friendly health drinks, which led him to create a range of beverages suitable for all Australians.
His product range includes kombucha, fruit juice, iced tea and more, all of which fall into the "good for you" category. Mason's new product, Game Hydration, is targeted at athletes and those seeking hydration without the added sugar and nasty additives found in traditional sports drinks.
Kommunity Brew has grown significantly since humble beginnings. With the sports drinks market expanding, there is plenty of room for another successful product!
Ethan | Umami Papi
Age: 28
From: VIC
Team: Gordon
Product: Umami Papi
Ethan is the founder of Umami Papi, a modern take on traditional chilli oil. It offers the complete experience of flavour, packed with the perfect balance of taste, aroma, texture and spice.
Ethan launched Umami Papi in 2020 during the COVID-19 lockdown. Despite having a degree in accounting, his passion for cooking and food drives him. In his first year of business, the company rented a commercial kitchen, garnered positive media attention, and secured dozens of independent stockists.
Yong's determination saw him travelling around to restaurants, convincing them to buy and use his products. The approach worked, with Umami Papi now sporting 300 stockists.
His goal? To share his product with the world and go global!
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