Gemma Austin: A Peculiar Tea

 

Gemma Austin is the Owner of A Peculiar Tea in Belfast and a Great British Menu contestant who has represented Northern Ireland three times.

In today's episode we talk about:

  • How “losing everything” set her on the path to success

  • Battling anxiety and depression

  • The ONE conversation that led to her becoming a chef

  • Creating a value-based business that makes the world a better place

  • Transforming the hospitality industry into one where people want to work again

  • And the power of family and community

Check it out!

This episode is part of The Jawbox Sessions, a podcast mini-series where Jawbox Gin Founder Gerry White joins us to share the stories of Belfast’s hospitality legends.

Enjoy!

Magic Moment: Chef origin story

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