Today we’re welcoming special guest Kathy McCabe, the creator of Dream of Italy and her newest show on PBS, Dream of Europe! In this inspiring episode, Kathy shares her incredible experiences and insights from over two decades in the travel journalism and TV industry. Here we dive into the inception of Dream of Italy, the […]

Podcast

February 24, 2025

To Italy and Beyond: The Art of Exploration and Travel with Kathy McCabe

We’re digging into a huge question being posed right now: what’s the future of the wine and alcohol industry? Is it truly a dying breed? As wine industry insiders, we’re exploring the current state of the wine world and spilling ALL the tea (or wine, we should say) in the process. The world is facing […]

Podcast

February 20, 2025

Is Wine a Dying Breed? A Realistic Picture of the Alcohol Industry

Today we’re joined by Aderet who is a Registered Dietitian and Founder of her private practice, Dining With Nature. She’s an advocate for mindful, sustainable eating, and specializes in working with women from fertility through family life.  With over a decade of experience in the food and nutrition industry, she focuses on building a positive […]

Podcast

February 4, 2025

Mindful, Sustainable, and Positive Relationships with Food with Nutritionist Aderet Dana Hoch

Mindful, Sustainable, and Positive Relationships with Food with Nutritionist Aderet Dana Hoch by Taste Toast Travel

We’re digging into one of John’s most FAQ’s: what it was like to become a Certified Sommelier! John, with over 10 years of experience in the wine and hospitality industry, shares his unexpected beginnings with a criminology degree and his transformation into a wine expert, of sorts. We’ll chat about the details of the Sommelier […]

Podcast

January 28, 2025

The Process of Becoming a Certified Sommelier

The Process of Becoming a Certified Sommelier by Taste Toast Travel

As seasoned veterans of the wine and hospitality industry, we have MANY stories of wine tastings gone wrong. In this episode, we’re spilling the tea (or wine, we should say). We’re sharing some of our most unforgettable and amusing horror stories from our years working in wine tasting rooms in Napa and Sonoma. From intoxicated […]

Podcast

January 14, 2025

Wine Tasting Horror Stories (from Winery Insiders!)

Wine Tasting Horror Stories (from Winery Insiders!) by Taste Toast Travel

Let’s talk airplane etiquette! We’re airing out common pet peeves and filing our grievances with air travel. From how to handle security lines to packing and overhead bin protocol, to the do’s and don’ts of seat reclining, arm rest usage, and being kind to parents traveling with kids—this episode covers all aspects of flying from […]

Podcast

December 30, 2024

Airplane Etiquette (and Not Being THAT Passenger)

Airplane Etiquette (and Not Being THAT Passenger) by Taste Toast Travel Podcast

Traveling to Napa or Sonoma wine country, or know someone who is? This is an episode you’ll want to hear!  We’re using our insider knowledge as locals (and the fact that we grew up here) to give you our top tips and recommendations for visiting Napa and Sonoma that you won’t want to miss.  Here […]

Podcast

December 16, 2024

Traveling to Napa & Sonoma What to Do and What to Avoid (From Locals!)

Traveling to Napa & Sonoma: What to Do and What to Avoid (From Locals!) by Taste Toast Travel Podcast

Follow us