Food isn’t just about flavour – it’s a time machine. In the new SBS series, Memory Bites with Matt Moran, the acclaimed chef takes well-known Aussies on a journey back to their most defining moments, all through the power of food.
Premiering Monday, 10 March at 7:30pm on SBS Food and SBS On Demand, the six-part series sees Moran uncover personal stories of identity, family, and history as he recreates dishes tied to unforgettable memories.
Moran, who has worked at some of the most exclusive restaurants across the country, believes that “food has this incredible ability to take us back to defining moments in our lives”.
“In Memory Bites, I get to uncover the stories and memories behind some truly special dishes with some amazing Aussies. It’s all about great food, great company, and those unforgettable moments that remind us why food is so powerful in bringing us together,” he said.
Guests include Pia Miranda, Ross Noble, Christine Anu, Richard Roxburgh, Courtney Act, and Danielle Cormack, with each episode dishing up everything from nostalgia and laughter, to heartfelt revelations.
Miranda reflects on how her Nonna ignited her passion for acting, while Noble revisits his comedy roots, sparked by his Grandma Edith and an album tragically lost in a fire.
Anu honours her Torres Strait heritage with a seafood feast that pays tribute to her late father’s spearfishing legacy. Roxburgh opens up about grief, sharing how his mother Billie’s creativity – and her cooking – left a lasting imprint.
Act explores the personal struggles that shaped both Shane and Courtney, while Cormack recalls the fearless energy of Kiwi TV chefs Hudson and Halls – a duo whose bold spirit still fuels her artistry today.
Courtney Act and Matt Moran on the new SBS Series, Memory Bites with Matt Moran.
SBS head of entertainment and food, Emily Griggs, said: “Food connects us to our most cherished memories. Memory Bites with Matt Moran highlights how shared meals bridge generations and evoke powerful emotions. SBS Food is excited to welcome Matt Moran, whose talent and warmth bring the guests memories to life. Matt recreates dishes that stir moments of love, laughter, and reflection.”
Memory Bites with Matt Moran is produced by Big Owl Pictures for SBS Food. The brand-new series airs Mondays from 10 March at 7.30pm on SBS Food and SBS On Demand.
Pictured: Matt Moran