Podcasts about gourmet traveler

On this episode of "Out Of Office: A Travel Podcast," Kiernan interviews one of the show's most interesting guests ever: opera and Italian cuisine expert Fred Plotkin. Decades ago, Fred published a breakout hit for intrepid eaters: his book “Italy for the Gourmet Traveler.” During COVID, he collaborated with frequent “Out of Office” guest Rick Steves on a new update, which the duo published in 2023 as “Italy for Food Lovers.” Fred's knowledge proved so encyclopedic, this will be Part 1 of 2! Note: Some SFX are missing from the top of the show, which explains the weird pauses. We'll talk about it on the next episode.  Things we talk about in this week's episode: Willy Wonka Immersive Experience https://www.salon.com/2024/03/02/fyre-festival-20-everything-to-know-about-the-less-than-stellar-willy-wonka-immersive-experience/  “Italy for Food Lovers” https://store.ricksteves.com/shop/p/italy-for-food-lovers Fred Plotkin biography https://www.wqxr.org/people/fred-plotkin/  “The Myth of Your Phone's Airplane Mode” https://qz.com/phone-airplane-mode-myth-1851286214  “Pod Save the World” CPAC Doubles Down on Creepy Autocrats https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cpac-doubles-down-on-creepy-autocrats/id1200016351?i=1000647359648 

The Bartenders Roundtable is finally here. Having filmed this episode way back in mid February this year, I'm absolutely stoked to have it be released for public consumption. Fair warning though. As much as I have adjusted the audio in the post edit, there will be spouts of loud laughter regularly from the get go. So if you are using headphones or ear phones and it's on loud, be prepared!  Look, this conversation followed a natural flow the whole time going from the funniest times we were in the shit, to nepotism in the hospitality industry, no gods or masters, changing the bartending culture, why local bartenders look up to each other as apposed to the 'OG's' that wrote the book or were famous, Michael Chiem shares his side of the Big Sam Young crossover (which is hilarious) and I throw in some of those fan questions of course! Thanks for submitting them by the way! They drew some really awesome stories. Thanks for tuning in! Be sure to follow @roots_hospitality over on Instagram for the latest guest news and soundbites. The Roots Podcast is proudly sponsored by Sydney Direct Fresh Produce. The fruit and veg providore led by Luke Kohler, who has been supplying to Sydney restaurants and cafe's for more than 20 years and still smashing it out today. Music by Charlie Fester. 

In this show you will meet Fred Plotkin, author of 9 books who has written for dozens of leading publications, including The New York Times, Los Angeles Times, The Atlantic, Opera News, Gourmet, Time, Newsweek, GQ, Travel & Leisure, Food & Wine, Bon Appetit, Financial Times, The Daily Telegraph, Gastronomica, and magazines around the world. The New York Times calls Fred “expert on everything Italy.” Fred also hosts a YoTube show titled, Fred Plotkin on Fridays. Show Notes:The early years in Italy and how he came to write Italy for the Gourmet Traveler.What Bologna taught him about cooking and ingredients.Why the Bologna markets are the bestEarly introduction to Italian cooking came while visit friend’s homes for the weekend, where he spent much of his time in the kitchen, watching and learning. Writing & PublishingHis favorite region and why he wrote the cookbook about LiguriaThe importance to “discover the way Italians eat not to be catered to as a tourist”Regions of Italy as expressed through pasta.Plotkin’s viewpoints about what makes a place, genuine, authentic, and appealing.When some publications tout “this is the best…(fill in the blank)” why to trust Plotkin who prefers to say… “it’s the best I have ever tasted.”Pandemic of 2020 --Italy for the Gourmet Traveler, latest addition is 2014 and is a good reference for Italian culture and history. The newest addition, in progress, is on pause until Plotkin knows what restaurants are still standing and more about how the hygiene practices have changed. Magical moments define a trip. Plotkin shares two small, but memorable moments. Train ride, sharing food and building a network of friendship throughout Italy“Plotkin Nose” and Anzio women who teaches about garlicTiny details he learned from the ”Pasta Grannies”Kindness of Italian peopleGrinding food crisis. Plotkin says, “Food is linked not only to culture, health and nutrition, but also to economics and politics”Definition of “Foodie” and why Plotkin is NOT oneWhat foods Plotkin doesn’t like? His thoughts on raw, and fermented foods.The science of food and nutrition and his cookbook for pregnant women.Plotkin takes the challenge and designs a trip for a potential first time traveler. What Plotkin suggests for his visitors when they come to New York.How Plotkin eats out here in America.How Plotkin feeds the homeless. Honoring food and supporting little independent food markets, and family restaurants.How Fred Plotkin describe himself: Pleasure ActivistEgalitarianCavaliereBeliever in Passion and Conviction.Links:YouTube:Fred Plotkin on Fridays https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sQBGE7ytkX0&t=968sFacebook:https://www.facebook.com/fredplotkinItaly for the Gourmet Traveler:https://www.amazon.com/Italy-Gourmet-Traveler-Fred-Plotkin/dp/190686831XOpera 101: https://www.amazon.com/Opera-101-Complete-Learning-Loving/dp/0786880252/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2XYANVD0OILDA&dchild=1&keywords=opera+101+a+complete+guide+to+learning+and+loving+opera&qid=1605562656&s=books&sprefix=Oper&

Fred Plotkin, author of "Italy for the Gourmet Traveler," shares ideas he gleaned from the recent Milan Expo on how the world is tackling the challenges we face in feeding a growing planet. Then guests from Greece, Turkey, and Sweden share how their countries are dealing with an overwhelming number of immigrants, including those fleeing war in Syria. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves - including episode descriptions, program archives and related details - visit www.ricksteves.com.

As the premier opera music authority, Fred Plotkin possesses the history of Italy at his fingertips. Not by birthright, mind you, but still rooted in his DNA. A racially-diverse Brooklyn rearing included ample time spent in the homes of Italian friends which spawned a love for their rich culture. Fred also grew up on a constant diet of classical music in his own home. His love for all things Italian was set after Fred graduated high school and his mother rented a Tuscany apartment for them to spend a summer vacation. Eventually his twin passions of opera and Italian culture would lead to a storied career as journalist, lecturer and the author of nine books including Opera 101: A Complete Guide to Learning and Loving Opera and Italy for the Gourmet Traveler. Fred's expertise recently earned him the Cavaliere della Stella d'Italia, the Italian equivalent of knighthood, conferred by the president of Italy. Read Fred Plotkin's Operavore blog:                                                http://www.wqxr.org/operavore   Follow me on Instagram:                                                                https://instagram.com/thisisboice/   Subscribe to TMT on iTunes: http://bit.ly/TalkMusicTalk Or Stitcher Radio: http://bit.ly/TMTStitcher Or TuneIn Radio: http://bit.ly/TMTtunein If you enjoy the podcast, please take a moment to leave a review and/or rating.It Reviews and ratings help to improve TMT rankings and spread the word. Thanks!   "Liz (The Talk Music Talk Theme)"-FULL VERSION Written and Composed on an iPad by boice. https://soundcloud.com/thisisboice/liz-talk-music-talk-theme

We are all about winners this week - especially the Tasmanian winners of the 2013 ABC Delicious Produce Awards. On the list are Harvest Launceston (Outstanding Farmers market), Tongola Coast Cheese (dairy Award) and Flinders Island Meat (Primary Producer Award). Rounding out the list is Davies Grand Central who is a past winner of a Gourmet Traveler award.

Fred Plotkin, the author of the newly-updated "Italy for the Gourmet Traveler," explains how knowing what food is in season is important to the Italian way of life. And we'll check in with listeners who have stories of what they discovered while on vacation in Italy. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves - including episode descriptions, program archives and related details - visit www.ricksteves.com.

Italians have always believed in eating locally and in season. Italian food expert Fred Plotkin joins us on this week's Travel with Rick Steves to help us travel with an informed palate to savor the variety of regional Italian cuisine specialties. We'll learn where to look for great Italian food on a budget, and some of the local traditions Italians have for what and when they eat and drink. Join us for a gastronomic pilgrimage with the author of "Italy for the Gourmet Traveler" on the next Travel with Rick Steves. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves - including episode descriptions, program archives and related details - visit www.ricksteves.com.