The Gourmet Insider Podcast

While you may know Kevin O'Leary as Shark Tank's Mr. Wonderful, you may not know about his deep love of wine and food. In this episode of "The Gourmet Insider" Podcast, host CJ Arlotta speaks to Kevin about his Thanksgiving dinner, his knowledge of the wine industry and his newest venture, ShopMrWonderful. 

Celebrating its 50th year in business, Chantal founder, Heida Thurlow, sat down with The Gourmet Insider to discuss her start in the industry; the difficulties she's seen the cookware segment throughout the years; the company's very special anniversary product launch; and more. 

Avocado toast and bubbles? Ricotta toast and bubbles? Bruschetta and bubbles? YES! In this episode of The Gourmet Insider Podcast, we spoke to Ferdy Mucerino, CMS certified sommelier and resident wine expert for Wine Insiders and we toast the most versatile food there is - TOAST! 

In this episode of The Gourmet Insider Podcast, Melissa Urban, founder of Whole30, discusses how food impacts your body; why the program is more than just weight loss; and how food lovers can partake in the program without sacrificing too much - except pancakes! 

Chef Brandon Collins, the Maille Mustard Sommelier, gives us a glimpse into the life of a mustard sommelier; the Maille brand; and why mustard is more than a condiment - it's the ingredient you're missing in almost everything. 

Sarah Nicholas, owner of VA-based Ladles and Linens Kitchen Shoppe, talks to us about how she went from working in the FBI to owning a chain of three housewares stores in Virginia. 

In this episode, The Gourmet Insider explores Tank Garage Winery with James Harder, founder and Ed Feuchuk, vp/marketing. In this episode, we chat about the brand, the wines, the strategy and it's seriously different attitude. 

Owner Joey Wölffer and winemaker Roman Roth take us behind their hit wine, Summer In A Bottle; dish on the newest rosé releases; and tell us all about the latest happenings in the stunning Hamptons-based Tasting Room and Wine Stand. 

Coopers’ Craft Brand Ambassador, Fitz Bailey, takes us behind the scenes of the brand, its cooperage and some really awesome cocktail ideas. 

In this special edition of The Gourmet Insider Podcast, winemaker Jules Taylor takes us inside the New Zealand world of wines. She gives us the lowdown on what harvest is like; why New Zealand Sav Blanc wines are extra special; and the next big trend coming out of the country. 

Jon Sebastiani, founder of KRAVE beef jerky, speaks to The Gourmet Insider about his company, what makes them different and what his plans for future growth are. 

Carrie Wynkoop, owner of Oregon wine club Cellar 503, dishes on her love for Oregon wines, her passion for bringing small batch sips and hidden gems to the masses and why wine lovers should attend the annual wine festival event, Pour Oregon, at least once.

Bobby Griggs, vp of Heritage Steel Cookware, takes us on a journey through the handcrafting of American-made stainless steel cookware. 

Springdale Beer Co. has been putting more emphasis on its barrel-aged beer program. In this episode, The Gourmet Insider Podcast host, CJ Arlotta, discusses the process of barrel-aging; why it's unique; and some interesting food pairings these beers sip best with. 

Host of The Gourmet Insider Podcast, CJ Arlotta, sits down with president and chief content officer, Emily Cappiello. The two discuss the brand mission of The Gourmet Insider; how the podcast is designed to enhance that brand mission; and a few really fun facts about the CCO herself.