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Sven Joschke
Sorry only children, but how awesome are siblings? Truly in life and in flavour, duplication makes everything better.
04 Oct 2024
by The Blackhearts Crew
SVEN JOSCHKE
Ruby and Oliver Hagen, a sibling duo, helm the second generation of Hagen's, an organic butcher shop in Melbourne. Since 1999, when their parents founded the business, the Hagen family has prioritised sourcing organic meat from Australian farmers. Now, as well as continuing their passion for organic produce, they're embracing regenerative farming practices and sustainable sourcing, including wild venison from Discovered Wild Foods.
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What’s a variety/style of beverage that always brings you comfort?
Typically any white varietals with a little oomph, texture, barrel and lees work. Think Viognier, Melon de Bourgogne and Chardonnay from the right hands. Nothing like a warm hug from a voluptuous, rounded Viognier on a cold winter’s night in front of the fire.
Where are you heading when you want comfort but don’t feel like hosting?
Straight to one of Melbourne’s “dive”/wine bars. They can have my cosy comfort business anytime. Neighbourhood wine comes to mind with their amazing wine list and impressive food. Can’t go past the Rainbow Hotel too.
What’s your go-to dish when you want to impress your guests?
Green Thai Chicken Curry - Chicken marinated in paste from scratch for 1 day. Seared briefly over coals and then effectively poached in Coconut milk and base paste. Add vege and co….on! Paired with a crunchy Amber Wine, tannins and fleshiness work well with the spice.
What album are you putting on when you need to set the mood?
Kruder & Dorfmeister’s DJ-Kicks or Fat Freddy’s Drop’s Based on a True Story always gets the tastebuds in the “dining with wine” mood.