Food, Wine & Whiskey
189 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 days ago - ★★★★★ - 9 ratingsRob is a homecook who loves exploring food, he's also an avid wine & bourbon drinker and collector. Rob's podcast is about the average guy and his passion to continue to learn more about the finer things in life. Rob has guests on to share their knowledge and expertise on these subjects. It's not limited to food, wine & whiskey, as he learns and finds more interesting and tasty goods he loves to share here on the show. Some of these other finds are coffee, desserts, Rum and Cognac. https://www.instagram.com/food_wine_whiskey/?hl=en@foodwhiskey on TwitterFB - we have a group Food, Wine & Whiskey - In Your Own Backyard
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Talking Food & Wine with The Millers
April 16, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour - 62 MBOn this episode, Jamie and Lisa Miller avid lovers of food, wine & travel join the show to discuss these things. How they are intertwined and complement each other. And if you don't travel we still discuss how food & wine still take you on a journey around the world and exposes you to a variety of cultures. Contact or Follow Rob: www.foodwinewhiskey.com [email protected] @foodwhiskey on X @food_wine_whiskey on IG Join the Food, Wine, and Whiskey FB Group https://www.fac...
The Doughfather of Houston Ravi Singh - Making Pizza at Home
April 09, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour - 57.8 MBOn this episode I'm joined by Ravi Singh a.k.a. The Doughfather of Houston. I am a pizza nerd, and have gotten down the rabbit hole of dough / pizza making. Ravi is a pizza master, he and I have a conversation on the pizza craze, cooking pizza at home, making dough balls, how to start, equipment you will need, and the beauty, fun, pleasure and satisfaction of making great pizza at home for friends and family. If you're in Houston Ravi does pizza classes at the Texas Wine School, and priva...
Coffee Talk
April 02, 2024 05:00 - 48 minutes - 33.2 MBOn this episode I'm joined by Chris Francis and we have a casual conversation on coffee. Contact or Follow Rob: www.foodwinewhiskey.com [email protected] @foodwhiskey on X @food_wine_whiskey on IG Join the Food, Wine, and Whiskey FB Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/533352930766813 #food #whiskey #bourbon #wine #homecook #cook #BBQ #foodie #Italy #barolo #cabernet Sauvignon
Australian Wine Regions
March 26, 2024 05:00 - 1 hour - 46.8 MBOn this episode I'm joined by Australian wine influencer Michael Lazarou. Michael lives in Melbourne Australia, and has a passion and following for his coverage of the wines of Australia. He and I discuss the major regions and the wines that come from these regions. We also talk about the future of Australian wines, the process, styles and grapes they are using. Contact or Follow Rob: www.foodwinewhiskey.com [email protected] @foodwhiskey on X @food_wine_whiskey on IG ...
The Foods of America - All 50 States
March 19, 2024 05:00 - 57 minutes - 39.3 MBIn this episode, I'm joined by Chris Francis and we discuss the iconic food of each state in the United States. A few surprises as we go through the list, a few we've never heard of, some we want to try and some with a big HELL NO. Contact or Follow Rob: www.foodwinewhiskey.com [email protected] @foodwhiskey on X @food_wine_whiskey on IG Join the Food, Wine, and Whiskey FB Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/533352930766813 #food #whiskey #bourbon #wine #homecook #c...
Wine Importer Beviamo
March 12, 2024 20:00 - 47 minutes - 32.4 MBOn this episode I'm joined by Travis Thompson and Angelo Ferrari from the wine importer Beviamo. Beviamo is a small importer in Houston Texas that focuses on Italian wines but also imports other wines around the globe. They have a specific type of producer and wine that they want in their portfolio and we discuss that today. I've always been curious of the role the importer plays in getting wines from the producer to our glass. On this episode we have that conversation. Contact or Fol...
Italian Wine Journalist and Consultant Jeremy Parzen
March 05, 2024 06:00 - 1 hour - 61.7 MBOn this episode I'm joined by Jeremy Parzen. Jeremy is a very well known and respected Italian wine journalist and consultant. He has been writing and consulting on Italian wine and food for more than 20 years. He has a website, www.dobianchi.com, where he shares his blog and other content about the wine and food industry. Today, Jeremy and I have a casual conversation covering many wine regions in Italy. Contact or Follow Rob: www.foodwinewhiskey.com [email protected] @fo...
The Wines of Australia with author Mark Davidson
February 27, 2024 06:00 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MBOn this episode I finally get to discuss and learn about a region that I'd like to explore more, Australia. Mark Davidson, a 40 year veteran in food & wine, sommelier and author of The Wines of Australia is our guest tonight. Also joining the show is Simon Solomon from Wine Bow Importers. Marks Book - https://www.amazon.com/dp/1913022056?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details In this conversation we get a 101 introduction to Australian wines. We discuss the history, the wine style...
Whiskey Dinners, they're a thing! Does whiskey go with a meal? I say NO!
February 13, 2024 06:00 - 16 minutes - 11 MBCarter, Leo and I discuss whiskey and food pairings . Very different opinions on this topic. Short discussion but a fun listen. Contact or Follow Rob: www.foodwinewhiskey.com [email protected] @foodwhiskey on X @food_wine_whiskey on IG Join the Food, Wine, and Whiskey FB Group https://www.facebook.com/groups/533352930766813 #food #whiskey #bourbon #wine #homecook #cook #BBQ #foodie #Italy #barolo #cabernet Sauvignon
Eagle Rare Blind - with Bourbon Talk
February 06, 2024 06:00 - 1 hour - 50.8 MBOn this episode I'm joined by Carter and Leo for some Bourbon Talk. While we discuss various topics in the world of bourbon we are also sipping on some Eagle Rare. Some of the topics we discuss are - Has bourbon peaked? Where have the store picks gone? Secondary prices are falling? Is the bourbon market oversaturated with NDP's and Craft Distilleries? among other topics. The Eagle Rare is 3 bottles that are picks from 3 different stores, Ryan's Liquor, Twin Liquor and Longhorn Liquor...
The Wines of The Loire Valley - Cab Franc, Sancerre, Chenin Blanc, Muscadet and more.
January 23, 2024 06:00 - 1 hour - 41.3 MBOn this episode we are onsite at Vin Santo Wine Shop & Bar in Houston Texas. I'm joined by Ricardo Guerrieri a sommelier and Owner of Vin Santo. We have a conversation on the Loire Valley in France. We discuss the wines this region is known for and then we dive a little deeper into what you can also get in the Loire Valley. Contact or Follow Rob: www.foodwinewhiskey.com [email protected] @foodwhiskey on X @food_wine_whiskey on IG Vin Santo Wine Shop and Bar www.vinsantowine.com...
Buffalo Trace Mashbill #2 - Blantons, Rockhill Farms, Hancock's Reserve and Elmer T Lee
January 16, 2024 06:00 - 1 hour - 47.3 MBOn this episode I'm joined by two friends who are early in their bourbon journey's. Scott Davis and Jim Press join me to taste through four iconic bourbons and pick a favorite. Contact Rob: www.foodwinewhiskey.com [email protected] @foodwhiskey on X @food_wine_whiskey on IG
Wine Questions Answered!
January 09, 2024 06:00 - 45 minutes - 31.3 MBOn this episode I'm joined by my wife Sandra, and she has some questions for me. Some of these questions Sandra has asked and some come from her friends. She thought she'd fire these questions at me and let me give my answers and opinions. Follow Rob at www.foodwinewhiskey.com https://www.facebook.com/rob.clark.9277 - Facebook @foodwhiskey - X food_wine_whiskey - IG Please email any comments or show suggestions to [email protected]
Food, Wine & Whiskey - 2023 Year in Review
January 02, 2024 06:00 - 1 hour - 55.7 MBOn this episode I'm joined by my wife Sandra and we discuss our food, wine & whiskey journey in 2023. She flips the script in this episode and asks me questions on our experience in each of these categories. 2023 was a great year for us - we explored so many new wines and foods. I had to apologize to the French, big apology. And we touched on coffee, which will become more of a topic on the show. We finish by touching on a few goals for the podcast in 2024. Follow Rob at www.fo...
"The State of Tuscany" wine region
December 26, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 48.7 MBOn this episode I'm joined by Italian wine journalist John Fodera of Tuscan Vines. John covers all of Italy but as you can see by the name of his online publication Tuscany is a focal point for him. We discuss this years harvest and the difficulty producers had. The 2019 release of Brunello di Montalcino, Vino Nobile di Montepulciano as well as the Rustic Tuscan wine tours that John and his partner offer. If you are interested in Italian wines this is a great listen. follow John at: joh...
Wines of Alsace
December 19, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 55.5 MBOn this episode Kevin Day, Editor-in-Chief at Openingabottle.com is back on the show. Kevin takes us through Alsace, what to expect when traveling there, why choose Alsace, the history of this region between France and Germany. The key grapes, blends, soils and Grand Cru vineyards and much more. Connect with Rob at: X - @foodwhiskey IG - @food_wine_whiskey FB - https://www.facebook.com/rob.clark.9277 FB Group - Food Wine & Whiskey - Find us and join! Website - www.foodwinewhiskey.com
Wine Scores Explained with Susan R Lin MW & Bob Paulinski MW
December 12, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 46.3 MBI've always struggled with understanding the wine scoring system. How does a wine get their score? Who are the people giving the scores? Why do some higher scored wines cost less than lower scored wines? Can I used the scoring system to help me make purchasing decisions? I'm joined by Master of Wine Susan R Lin and Master of Wine Bob Paulinski to answer these questions and more. Contact Rob at: X - @foodwhiskey IG - @food_wine_whiskey FB - https://www.facebook.com/rob.clark.9277 Join ou...
Wine Spectator Top 100 2023 - Are lists helpful?
December 05, 2023 06:00 - 39 minutes - 26.9 MBWine Lists - Its that time of year, Top 100 wine lists are popping up everywhere. As a consumer of wine, are these wine lists helpful or are they just a marketing ploy to sell more wine. How do you dissect the list? When you see the scores and the prices what the hell does it mean? I give my opinion on all this and more on this episode.
On the Rocks - The Rise & Fall of a Legendary Italian Restaurant
November 28, 2023 06:00 - 56 minutes - 38.9 MBOn this episode I'm joined by Maria C. Palmer and Joseph Constanzo to discuss their book - On the Rocks. The book is about the rise and fall of the legendary Italian restaurant Primadona in Pittsburgh PA. Joseph was the owner of Primadona and Maria is his daughter and grew up in the restaurant. We discuss the book, the story of this restaurant, the state of dinning out in America today, and more. Visit Maria at www.mariacpalmer.com Connect with Rob @ X - @foodwhiskey Instagram - @food...
Wine Wisdom with Bob Paulinski Master of Wine
November 21, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 44.3 MBOn this episode I discuss several topics with Bob. They include, where to find value in wine, aging wine - do you need to and what are the benefits?, pairing food and wine and his opinion on sulfites in wine, is it a marketing ploy to sell "sulfite free" wine. Contact or follow Rob at: www.foodwinewhiskey.com [email protected] Food, Wine & Whiskey Facebook Group - Join for fun conversations @foodwhiskey (X) @food_wine_whiskey (IG)
Top 5 (Potato) Chips
November 14, 2023 06:00 - 59 minutes - 40.7 MBOn this episode I'm joined by the Ford boys, Darin, Tony and Garry. We discuss and reveal out list of Top 5 Chips followed by a few honorable mentions. Follow Rob at www.foodwinewhiskey.com https://www.facebook.com/rob.clark.9277 - Facebook @foodwhiskey - X food_wine_whiskey - IG Please email any comments or show suggestions to [email protected]
Rye Whiskey - Tis the Season
November 07, 2023 06:00 - 51 minutes - 35.2 MBCarter and I discuss our winter whiskey of choice, the Christmas Whiskey and that is Rye Whiskey. Follow Rob at www.foodwinewhiskey.com https://www.facebook.com/rob.clark.9277 - Facebook @foodwhiskey - X food_wine_whiskey - IG Please email any comments or show suggestions to [email protected]
Red Wines for Winter
October 31, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 43.9 MBThis episode Carter and I discuss the red wines we are looking forward to drinking this winter. We are in Houston, and we drink a lot of white wine in the summer. We love white wine, but we also lover red wine. Winter brings the cooler temps, which also means a deferent menu for dinners, more rich, heavy and hearty. These dishes scream for a red. We discuss the grape varieties and regions of what we are looking most forward to drinking. Follow Rob at www.foodwinewhiskey.com https://...
Fast Food Breakfast Sandwich Showdown Pt. 2
October 24, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBCarter and I line up the competitors i pt. 2. They are as follows: Sonic - Brioche Sausage Breakfast Sandwich Taco Bell - Sausage Breakfast Crunchwrap Jack in the Box - Sour Dough Breakfast Sandwich with Sausage Chick Fil A - Bacon, Egg & Cheese Biscuit Chick Fil A - Chicken, Egg & Cheese Biscuit The top 2 from this round will face the winners in pt. 1 for the King of Breakfast Sandwiches. Follow Rob at www.foodwinewhiskey.com https://www.facebook.com/rob.clark.9277 - Facebook @food...
Bourbon Talk with the Boys of Mid Missouri
October 17, 2023 05:00 - 56 minutes - 38.7 MBOn this episode, I'm on the road in mid Missouri, Centralia to be exact. My guests on this episode are Brant, Kenny and Jason. We have a conversation on the "State of Bourbon" as a hobby and what they see in mid MO. We also have a chat about Kenny's 3 hr drive for a coveted bottle, listen to find out how his trip went and what whiskey he was chasing. These guys are great, and its a fun conversation at the Boars Nest. I will definitely spend more time there and with these guys on my next...
The Foods & Flavors of Mexico
October 10, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 74.9 MBOn this episode I'm joined by Maya Citlalli and Luis Baston, both from Mexico. Maya is a chef and Luis' loves to cook, we discuss the foods and flavors of Mexico. We talk about the history of their food, the influences by others and how it may not be what we in America think when we think Mexican Food. You can follow Rob and Food, Wine and Whiskey at the following: www.foodwinewhiskey.com Instagram @food_wine_whiskey X (Twitter) @foodwhiskey Facebook https://www.facebook.com/rob.clark....
Top 5 - The Ultimate Co-Star Ingredients
October 03, 2023 05:00 - 50 minutes - 34.8 MBI love recording episodes in our Top 5 series. This was a fun episode to record. When you think about dishes / meals, there's a star, the main ingredient, but on it own it doesn't always show its best or to its full potential. These are our top 5 lists of these ingredients, and we discuss our approach to creating these lists. You can follow Rob and Food, Wine and Whiskey at the following: www.foodwinewhiskey.com Instagram @food_wine_whiskey X (Twitter) @foodwhiskey Facebook https://...
Fast Food Breakfast Sandwich Showdown pt. 1
September 26, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 43.6 MBOn this episode I'm joined by Carter. I reviewed several lists of the Top 10 or Top 20 fast food breakfast sandwiches and what we have in our list today were 5 of Top 10 sandwiches. Carter and I discuss these sandwiches, their esthetics, volume of ingredients, quality and then taste through and give our opinions. I will tell you we had opinions going into this episode of our favorites and these have changed. Sandwiches in this episode: McDonalds - Egg McMuffin McDonalds - Bacon Egg & Ch...
Opening A Bottle with Kevin Day
September 19, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 58.7 MBWe all look for websites that provide the information we are looking for and much more. On this episode I have a conversation with the founder and editor in chief of www.openingabottle.com, Kevin Day. Kevin specializes in French and Italian wines and his website is an outstanding resource for gaining knowledge in these regions and others. Opening A Bottle is for the wine beginner, novice, and wine geek, this website has content wine lovers at all levels. www.openingabottle.com www.photos...
Bourbon - Why I'm Over It!
September 12, 2023 05:00 - 59 minutes - 41.2 MBOn this episode I'm joining by Carter and we discuss why were over bourbon. You can follow Rob and Food, Wine and Whiskey at the following: www.foodwinewhiskey.com Instagram @food_wine_whiskey X (Twitter) @foodwhiskey Facebook https://www.facebook.com/rob.clark.9277
Cuisines of the World
September 05, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 43.6 MBOn this episode I'm joined by my wife Sandra. Over the years we have explored and enjoyed the foods of the world. I came across an article on CNN Travel that ranked the Top 10 Global Cuisines, Sandra and I go through the list from 10 to 1 and discuss with our thoughts. Follow Rob at www.foodwinewhiskey.com https://www.facebook.com/rob.clark.9277 - Facebook @foodwhiskey - X food_wine_whiskey - IG Please email any comments or show suggestions to [email protected]
Bob Paulinski - Master of Wine
August 22, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 48.6 MBOn this episode I'm joined by Master of Wine Bob Paulinski. We discuss the title MW, what it takes to accomplish this, how many are there, what doors does it open for you in wine? We also talk about Bob's YouTube channel, why he started it, what he wants viewers to get from it and the channels future. Then we get into some fun wine talk, questions I have for him about wine. You can find Bob on Social Media here: YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC19U9z3dUq8DGR5UADBNlOw Faceb...
Talking Wines of Italy w/ John Fodera of Tuscan Vines
August 15, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 54 MBJohn Fodera is back on the show and on this episode we have a conversation on the "State of Italian Wine". We go through the major regions and discuss current vintages, futures and what John is liking and not liking from the region. We also get into a few regions that fly a little under the radar but produce fantastic wine and is some cases at a great value. John's website is - https://johnfodera.com/ Twitter (X) - @JohnMFodera Facebook - John M Fodera
Coffee - My First Home Setup
June 07, 2023 14:00 - 47 minutes - 32.9 MBIn this episode, Carter finds coffee, brewing at home. He has questions on how to and what he needs to get his setup at home. We have a conversation on the equipment, coffee, technique and methods.
How to Build a Charcuterie Board!
June 01, 2023 02:00 - 45 minutes - 31.4 MBCarter and I talk all things the BOARD in this episode. Is the board properly utilized? What are the occasions for the board? Are there rules for what can be put on a board? We discuss these topics and more plus we talk about our favorite themed boards.
Building a Case of Wine pt. 2 ep. 141
May 23, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 42.4 MBThis is part 2 of this episode. I'm joined by Matt Carter, Tyler Martin and Todd Grube. In this episode, Matt, Tyler and myself would build a case of wine for a friend. This friend has dabbled in wine and now has asked for a case of wine from us with no boundaries. This friend has reasonable means and is open to anything. We apply our own criteria for how we built our case of wine and we reveal and discuss.
Building a Case of Wine pt. 1 ep. 140
May 16, 2023 05:00 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MBThis is part 1 of this episode. I'm joined by Matt Carter, Tyler Martin and Todd Grube. In this episode, Matt, Tyler and myself would build a case of wine for a friend. This friend has dabbled in wine and now has asked for a case of wine from us with no boundaries. This friend has reasonable means and is open to anything. We apply our own criteria for how we built our case of wine and we reveal and discuss.
Talking Wine with Agnese of the No Sediment YouTube Channel ep. 139
April 20, 2023 18:00 - 56 minutes - 39.1 MBAgnese has a successful YouTube channel that's all about wine. She does a great job helping the viewer learn about wine while making it fun to watch. Our conversation is about her channel, wine education, women in wine and just talking wine, her value regions, her go to regions and her underappreciated regions. Please give it a listen and follow Agnese and No Sediment at www.youtube.com/@nosediment
Top 5 Seafood ep. 138
March 28, 2023 05:00 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MBDave Scott and I discuss our Top 5 Seafoods and dishes we like with these seafoods.
Making a Great Cup of Coffee at Home ep. 137
March 21, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 61 MBTyler Martin and I discuss what you need and how to make a perfect cup of coffee at home.
Vino Nobile di Montepulciano - Tuscan Vines John Fodera ep. 136
March 15, 2023 21:00 - 1 hour - 46.4 MBJohn Fodera and I discuss the wines of Montepulciano, the Noble Wine!
Bourbons You Should Love! ep. 135
March 07, 2023 06:00 - 59 minutes - 41.1 MBCarter and I discuss how we are at the point in our bourbon journey of being over the hype. We are done with the hunt, we are now just enjoying the sweet brown nectar. In this episode, we talk a little about the current state or bourbon, how its still on the rise. We also talk about the bourbons most drinkers don't love and appreciate but absolutely should!
A Discussion on Dusty Whiskey ep. 134
March 01, 2023 20:00 - 1 hour - 57.8 MBCarter and I are joined by Leo Arnold, Luis Baston and Allen Richards to discuss Dusty Whiskey. We talk about what is the definition, what are some very coveted bottles, is dusty whiskey fluid and a lot more.
Salad Bowl Questions #3 Ep. 133
February 21, 2023 06:00 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MBThe bowl is back. Carter and I pull out the salad bowl for topics and questions related to food, wine & whiskey and then discuss. Always a fun episode. In this episode the Ice Cream Truck makes the show.
Steak Dinner Sides - What are the best? ep. 132
February 14, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 41.7 MBCarter and I discuss the best side dishes to have with a steak dinner. Have have two categories, starches and veggies. We have quite the list with some classics and then some classics that are elevated.
Rioja - Spanish Wine with Great Quality & Value ep. 131
February 07, 2023 06:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MBCarter and I have found and fallen in love with the wines from Rioja. This region is in our opinion underrated and under valued. This is also a region where if you're looking for wine with some age this a place to look.
Fast Food Breakfast Rankings ep. 130
January 31, 2023 06:00 - 1 hour - 49.4 MBCarter and I discuss a list of the top 14 breakfast menus put out by Thrilist. We definitely have some issues with this list as to who made it and their ranking within the list. We also give our Top 5 breakfast spots.
You Only Need 5 Bourbons ep. 129
January 23, 2023 22:00 - 58 minutes - 40.5 MBA couple of years ago Reddit had a post stating you only need 5 bourbons. We did a show on this topic a couple then and are now re-recording the episode and it will be fun to see how or if our lists have changed. The 5 bourbons 1. The Daily Drinker 2. The Mixer 3. Friday Night Pour 4. Impress Your Guests 5. The Special Occasion
The Ultimate Burger ep. 128
January 10, 2023 06:00 - 51 minutes - 35.3 MBCarter and I have a conversation on what it takes to make an ULTIMATE BURGER. Bread/Bun Meat Blend Cheeses Toppings Give it a listen to see what we discuss and list as our ultimate burger.
Salad Bowl Questions with Sandra (my wife) ep. 127
January 03, 2023 13:00 - 56 minutes - 38.7 MBSandra and I pull questions or statements related to food, wine or whiskey and discuss. It was fun to have her back on an episode.