Struggling to choose the right bottle of wine without spending a fortune? In this episode, Certified Sommelier John shares expert wine buying tips to help you shop smart—whether you’re browsing the aisles of Trader Joe’s, Costco, or your favorite wine shop. We break down exactly how to choose a great bottle of wine on a […]

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July 14, 2025

Wine Buying Tips on a Budget (from a Sommelier!)

Wine Buying Tips on a Budget (from a Sommelier!) on the Taste Toast Travel Podcast

We’re digging into the infamous 2013 Carnival Triumph disaster, also known as the “Poop Cruise”. We dive into the chain of events that led to the catastrophic engine fire, the subsequent power and plumbing failures, and how 4,200 passengers were left stranded in unsanitary and dire conditions for five days.  This (disturbing) tale includes firsthand […]

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July 7, 2025

The Carnival Poop Cruise, Meghan Markle’s Rosé Wine & No Tax on Tips

The Carnival Poop Cruise, Meghan Markle's Rosé Wine & No Tax on Tips on Taste Toast Travel

Today we’re breaking down Clarkson’s Farm Season 4! We’re chatting about everything from his entertaining (and sometimes questionable) farming practices to his challenges in opening his new restaurant The Farmer’s Dog, to our frustrations and favorite moments. We also introducing a new game to the podcast. We’re kicking off “Keep, Swap, Trust”, essentially our version […]

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June 15, 2025

Clarkson’s Farm Season 4: Recap & Thoughts on the Chaos

Clarkson's Farm Season 4: Recap & Thoughts on the Chaos on Taste Toast Travel Podcast

Join us as we break down and recap our recent trip to Maui, including what we would and wouldn’t do if we could do it again. And, we also dig into how it was traveling with our 16-month-old and share what helped (and hindered) us as we traveled with her. We’re sharing where we’d recommend […]

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June 8, 2025

Maui Trip Recap: What We Would (and Wouldn’t) Do Again & Travel with an Infant

Maui Trip Recap: What We Would (and Wouldn't) Do Again & Travel with an Infant on Taste Toast Travel Podcast

We’re digging into another handful of hot topics! ✈️ How McDonalds has the best coffee (according to fans)✈️ The chaos and issues happening at Newark airport✈️ Takeout etiquette—do you tip, or not?✈️ A 24 person Carnival Cruise brawl✈️ To cruise or not to cruise✈️ The U.S. city with the best multicultural cuisine✈️ The #1 place […]

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May 20, 2025

McDonalds $1 Coffee, Newark Chaos, Cruise Brawls & Takeout Etiquette

McDonalds $1 Coffee, Newark Chaos, Cruise Brawls & Takeout Etiquette on Taste Toast Travel Podcast

We’re digging into a variety of topics spanning wine, food, and travel industries!  🍷 Parisian cafes swapping expensive wines for cheaper alternatives. 🍷 The most heartwarming fear or flying Reddits🍷 Tips for surviving the middle seat on a plane🍷 Middle seat armrest etiquette🍷 Ways to keep comfy on a flight🍷 Airplane facts with Max🍷 Wine futures […]

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May 12, 2025

Parisian Wine Scams, Fear of Flying Reddits & the Best Italian Food Finds

Parisian Wine Scams, Fear of Flying Reddits & the Best Italian Food Finds on Taste Toast Travel Podcast

We’re digging into several pop culture topics and headlines in food, drink, travel industries! ✈️ The significant impact of tariffs on the alcohol industry, focusing on the ongoing U.S. and Canada tensions. ✈️ The etiquette of sharing appetizers and splitting bills at restaurants.✈️ The best airlines for nervous flyers in 2025.✈️ New flight offerings to Italy […]

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April 28, 2025

Alcohol Tariffs, Splitting the Bill Etiquette, New Flights & the Pope’s Death

Alcohol Tariffs, Splitting the Bill Etiquette, New Flights & the Pope's Death by Taste Toast Travel Podcast

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