Roadtrip Australia – Three Top Chefs on Four Wheels – Season 1
In this series, chefs Ali Güngörmüş, Frank Rosin, and Alexander Kumptner trade fine dining for the open road as they journey across Australia in a camper van. Moving from lush rainforests to bustling coastal cities and the vast interior, they dive into local environments, meet the people who shape regional food cultures, and face situations far removed from restaurant life. Encounters with wildlife, time spent with First Nations communities, and hands-on experiences with local producers shape the trip, while moments of adventure—from ocean encounters to life on remote farms—turn the journey into a broader exploration of the country’s landscapes, traditions, and flavors.
Episodes
Adventure in the Rainforest and at the Great Barrier Reef
Ali Güngörmüş, Frank Rosin, and Alexander Kumptner begin their journey in Queensland’s ancient Daintree Rainforest, where they spend a night surrounded by dense wilderness and rare wildlife, including the formidable cassowary. Guided by First Nations hosts, they gain insight into a culinary tradition shaped over thousands of years before continuing on to the Great Barrier Reef to assist marine biologists in restoring endangered coral.
Whales, Breakdowns and Surfers
The chefs continue south along Australia’s east coast, swinging high above the rainforest near Cairns before heading to the Sunshine Coast to swim alongside whales. In Brisbane they explore the local barbecue scene, but their journey is disrupted when their camper breaks down, forcing them to improvise before later trying their hand at surfing.
Sydney and Farm Life
Arriving in Sydney, the trio celebrate Ali’s birthday while kayaking through the harbor and confronting their fear of sharks. They explore the city’s diverse food culture with local culinary voices before leaving urban life behind to experience the demanding routines of sheep farming in rural Australia.
Melbourne and a Near Crash
In Melbourne, the chefs test their limits, facing height challenges in a scenic gondola and enduring a stormy night along the Great Ocean Road that puts their camper at risk once again. A hot air balloon adventure promises spectacular views but ends in an unexpected emergency landing.
Looping Drama, Great White Sharks and the Outback
An aerial stunt flight turns dramatic when a looping maneuver is interrupted by engine trouble. Later, the chefs join a local family harvesting shellfish along the coast before encountering great white sharks. Their journey concludes deep in the remote landscapes of South Australia’s outback.
