For details about food, travel and spirits, there’s none better than the publisher of the Virtual Gourmet Newsletter, John Mariani… who in this video introduces us to the BIBLE on Whisky! With 500 distilleries profiled, The World Atlas of Whisky 3rd Ed. by David Broom, is certainly the go-to book as Mariani Explains. You’ll be … Read more
As a well respected food and travel writer, John Mariani, knows the ins and outs of the Restaurant/Dining industry and keeps us abreast of trends, and professionals who make the food and hospitality business a joy for consumers. In this video he addresses the rumor that gourmet chefs are abandoning their restaurants– a trend John … Read more
A popular appetizer often considered a very special dish, Carpaccio is not just a thin slice of beef with spices and garnish. In Fact, as world renowned Food & Travel Writer, John Mariani, explains it doesn’t even have to be beef! Your mouth will water at the ingredients as well as the fascinating history of … Read more
World traveler and internationally known Food & Travel Writer, John Mariani talks about DESSERTS around the world — including the history and cultural differences such as Iced desserts like sorbet and gelato to baked desserts and how the availability of local sources of sugar effects the nature of regional flavors and desserts. It’s a mouth-watering … Read more
John Mariani, world-wide expert Food and Travel writer, recounts highlights from a recent article in his free newsletter, The Virtual Gourmet about PASTA! Starting with the basics and going into gourmet details both in US and Italy, John explains the differences between various styles of noodles as well as cooking styles and sauces. For more … Read more
Travel and Food writer, John Mariani reports on his Fall 2024 trip to Italy and has important recommendations including be sure to get an International Drivers License and avoid the big cities! Listen to his wonderful adventure going off the beaten path! For more on John Mariani go to www.JohnMariani.com And Listen to John’s radio … Read more
Aperitif, Cordial, Cocktail, Highball — What’s the difference and does anyone care anymore? John Mariani, food and travel writer and author of over a dozen books explains just why we choose a drink as an “Aperitif” or a “Cordial”. It’s an interesting and informative look at the libations and why we drink them. For more … Read more
Internationally known food and travel writer, John Mariani, talks about how starting with a bread course has become more common at restaurants in the US — not just Fine Dining establishments. He also points out the place of bread in our culinary history — including various cultures– as well as how things are changing throughout … Read more
Do you like your wine chilled or at room temperature? Is one right – and the other wrong? John Mariani, publisher of The Virtual Gourmet newsletter, discusses the various reasons why some wine might want to be chilled– and how cold “Chilled” really is! For more on John Mariani go to www.JohnMariani.com And Listen to … Read more
John Mariani is Italy Bound…and discusses not only his itinerary but recommendation to avoid the crush of summer tourism in the big cities! Lots of fun travel talk about Italy, family and more in this video! For more on John Mariani go to www.JohnMariani.com And Listen to John’s radio show, ‘Almost Golden’ on WVOX-AM at … Read more