Eat Sip Go Podcast

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Eat Sip Go is where great food, wine, and travel stories come to life. Hosted by Elliot Kallen, each episode brings you conversations with the people behind the experiences we love, from winemakers, chefs, restaurateurs, and hospitality experts to travel insiders, entrepreneurs, and tastemakers. Hear the stories behind the bottle, the restaurant, and the destination, discover new places worth experiencing, and get an inside look at the people shaping the worlds of food, wine, and travel. Whether you're planning your next trip, looking for a great bottle or restaurant, or simply love discovering the stories behind memorable experiences, Eat Sip Go invites you to pull up a seat and join the conversation.

  1. 1d ago ·  Video

    How Specialty Foods Shape the Restaurant Industry

    Jeff Landsman, a seasoned specialty food importer and broker, shares insights into the global food industry, the importance of quality and innovation, and how consumer tastes are evolving. This episode explores the behind-the-scenes of food importing, trends in specialty foods, and tips for aspiring food entrepreneurs. "The American marketplace is the gold at the end of the rainbow" Follow Along As They Cover: -A fearless introduction to global eating sets the tone. -They move into specialty foods, consulting, and how products reach restaurants. -Jeff explains the U.S. market, the grocery shelf, and why America attracts producers. -He discusses chefs, food media, and how consumer expectations changed. -Jeff explains why restaurants fail without systems and real business discipline. -Jeff breaks down his importing business, from commodities to specialty products. -They talk about immigrant cuisines expanding the American palate. -Jeff shares discovery stories behind Ben & Jerry’s, Dove, and Popcorners. -Jeff tells the Häagen-Dazs story and how premium pints changed ice cream. -The hosts discuss Food Network, Anthony Bourdain, and food obsession. -They examine why New York’s ethnic food scene can outshine the original countries. -He tells a vivid Cambodian food story that includes fermented fish and a roadside shack. -Jeff gives his contact information for listeners who want to reach him. “I like people saying, Damn, this is the best product I ever ate.” Additional Key Topics: *The role of food brokers in the industry *Trends in specialty and global foods *The importance of quality and innovation in food *Insights into food importing and distribution Head to EatSipGo.com for more value, newsletters, and updates.

  2. 1d ago

    How Specialty Foods Shape the Restaurant Industry

    Jeff Landsman, a seasoned specialty food importer and broker, shares insights into the global food industry, the importance of quality and innovation, and how consumer tastes are evolving. This episode explores the behind-the-scenes of food importing, trends in specialty foods, and tips for aspiring food entrepreneurs. "The American marketplace is the gold at the end of the rainbow" Chapters: 0:00 A fearless introduction to global eating sets the tone. 2:21 They move into specialty foods, consulting, and how products reach restaurants. 4:20 Jeff explains the U.S. market, the grocery shelf, and why America attracts producers. 5:19 He discusses chefs, food media, and how consumer expectations changed. 9:57 Jeff explains why restaurants fail without systems and real business discipline. 12:05 Jeff breaks down his importing business, from commodities to specialty products. 14:40 They talk about immigrant cuisines expanding the American palate. 16:44 Jeff shares discovery stories behind Ben & Jerry’s, Dove, and Popcorners. 20:46 Jeff tells the Häagen-Dazs story and how premium pints changed ice cream. 22:56 The hosts discuss Food Network, Anthony Bourdain, and food obsession. 24:23 They examine why New York’s ethnic food scene can outshine the original countries. 29:09 He tells a vivid Cambodian food story that includes fermented fish and a roadside shack. 35:04 Jeff gives his contact information for listeners who want to reach him. “I like people saying, Damn, this is the best product I ever ate.” Additional Key Topics: *The role of food brokers in the industry *Trends in specialty and global foods *The importance of quality and innovation in food *Insights into food importing and distribution Head to EatSipGo.com for more value, newsletters, and updates.

  3. 4d ago

    How Specialty Foods Shape the Restaurant Industry: Preview

    Jeff Landsman, a seasoned specialty food importer and broker, shares insights into the global food industry, the importance of quality and innovation, and how consumer tastes are evolving. This episode explores the behind-the-scenes of food importing, trends in specialty foods, and tips for aspiring food entrepreneurs. Get ready for the full episode releasing Friday, October 2 at 4:00 AM EST. Head to EatSipGo.com for more value, newsletters, and updates.

  4. Sep 25

    The Luxury Hotel Gap Nobody Was Serving - Until Now

    Jacque Baumer discusses her innovative approach to upscale natural vacationing with Wilding Hotels, focusing on immersive outdoor experiences that blend luxury with nature. She shares insights on location choices, design principles, and the future of eco-luxury travel. "This is not a vacation you'll need a vacation after" Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Wilding Hotels and the concept of upscale natural vacationing 02:13 Designing immersive, comfortable modular suites 05:21 Features of luxury suites: bathrooms, privacy, and views 07:45 Target audience and the appeal of reconnecting with nature 17:31 Alaska location: Northern Lights and seasonal experiences 19:48 Texas location: Lake Tewakene and local attractions 22:26 Travel trends towards outdoor and nature-based vacations 23:05 Future expansion and the diversity of natural environments in the US 25:00 How to reach Wilding Hotels and final thoughts "We designed these modular suites to be beautifully built floor-to-ceiling" Additional Key Topics: *The real market is not luxury versus outdoors. It is compromise versus coherence. *The stay is not the container for the experience. The stay is the experience. *Restoration works best when it is invited, not enforced. *Different travel moments require different products, even within the same category. Head to EatSipGo.com for more value, newsletters, and updates.

  5. Sep 25 ·  Video

    The Luxury Hotel Gap Nobody Was Serving - Until Now

    Jacque Baumer discusses her innovative approach to upscale natural vacationing with Wilding Hotels, focusing on immersive outdoor experiences that blend luxury with nature. She shares insights on location choices, design principles, and the future of eco-luxury travel. "This is not a vacation you'll need a vacation after" Follow Along As They Cover: -Introduction to Wilding Hotels and the concept of upscale natural vacationing -Designing immersive, comfortable modular suites -Features of luxury suites: bathrooms, privacy, and views -Target audience and the appeal of reconnecting with nature -Alaska location: Northern Lights and seasonal experiences -Texas location: Lake Tewakene and local attractions -Travel trends towards outdoor and nature-based vacations -Future expansion and the diversity of natural environments in the US -How to reach Wilding Hotels and final thoughts "We designed these modular suites to be beautifully built floor-to-ceiling" Additional Key Topics: *The real market is not luxury versus outdoors. It is compromise versus coherence. *The stay is not the container for the experience. The stay is the experience. *Restoration works best when it is invited, not enforced. *Different travel moments require different products, even within the same category. Head to EatSipGo.com for more value, newsletters, and updates.

  6. Sep 22

    The Luxury Hotel Gap Nobody Was Serving - Until Now: Preview

    Jacque Baumer discusses her innovative approach to upscale natural vacationing with Wilding Hotels, focusing on immersive outdoor experiences that blend luxury with nature. She shares insights on location choices, design principles, and the future of eco-luxury travel. Check back for the full episode on Friday, September 25 at 4:00 AM EST. Head to EatSipGo.com for more value, newsletters, and updates.

  7. Sep 18

    Your Wine Palate Is Never Wrong - It Is Just Different

    In this episode, wine expert and senior winemaker Josh Widaman from Pine Ridge Vineyards shares insights into Napa Valley's diverse wine regions, the art of winemaking, and how to choose wines that match your palate and budget. Perfect for wine enthusiasts and curious drinkers alike. "Your palate is never wrong, it's just different." Chapters: 0:00 Palette, price, and what makes a great Cabernet worth paying for 4:04 How Napa Valley branding helped define the region 8:48 Broad-appeal whites versus collector-focused reds 11:30 Why aging wine is personal, not universal 12:38 Vertical tastings and how different vintages reveal different traits 14:05 Fruit-forward youth versus tertiary aged notes 15:32 Why winery wine can disappoint at home if the experience is missing 17:04 Glassware, temperature, pairings, and storage basics 19:23 Why Stag’s Leap District is a premier Cabernet region 20:08 Oakville, Rutherford, and the heart of Napa Cabernet 21:54 Tasting experiences that make Napa more than just a bottle purchase 24:25 The Traveler Series as a lower-price entry into Pine Ridge 25:22 How to reach Pine Ridge and speak with a real wine concierge “The best experiences I’ve ever personally had with wine are because the wines I was having were special.” Additional Key Topics: *The importance of vineyard location and soil in wine flavor *Differences between young and aged wines and tasting preferences *How wine experiences enhance appreciation and enjoyment *Napa Valley subappellations and their characteristics Head to EatSipGo.com for more value, newsletters, and updates.

  8. Sep 18 ·  Video

    Your Wine Palate Is Never Wrong - It Is Just Different

    In this episode, wine expert and senior winemaker Josh Widaman from Pine Ridge Vineyards shares insights into Napa Valley's diverse wine regions, the art of winemaking, and how to choose wines that match your palate and budget. Perfect for wine enthusiasts and curious drinkers alike. "Your palate is never wrong, it's just different." Follow Along As They Cover: -Palette, price, and what makes a great Cabernet worth paying for How Napa Valley branding helped define the region -Broad-appeal whites versus collector-focused reds -Why aging wine is personal, not universal -Vertical tastings and how different vintages reveal different traits -Fruit-forward youth versus tertiary aged notes -Why winery wine can disappoint at home if the experience is missing -Glassware, temperature, pairings, and storage basics -Why Stag’s Leap District is a premier Cabernet region -Oakville, Rutherford, and the heart of Napa Cabernet -Tasting experiences that make Napa more than just a bottle purchase -The Traveler Series as a lower-price entry into Pine Ridge -How to reach Pine Ridge and speak with a real wine concierge “The best experiences I’ve ever personally had with wine are because the wines I was having were special.” Additional Key Topics: *The importance of vineyard location and soil in wine flavor *Differences between young and aged wines and tasting preferences *How wine experiences enhance appreciation and enjoyment *Napa Valley subappellations and their characteristics Head to EatSipGo.com for more value, newsletters, and updates.

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Eat Sip Go is where great food, wine, and travel stories come to life. Hosted by Elliot Kallen, each episode brings you conversations with the people behind the experiences we love, from winemakers, chefs, restaurateurs, and hospitality experts to travel insiders, entrepreneurs, and tastemakers. Hear the stories behind the bottle, the restaurant, and the destination, discover new places worth experiencing, and get an inside look at the people shaping the worlds of food, wine, and travel. Whether you're planning your next trip, looking for a great bottle or restaurant, or simply love discovering the stories behind memorable experiences, Eat Sip Go invites you to pull up a seat and join the conversation.

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  • Creator
    Lauren
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    14
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2026 Eat Sip Go Podcast
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