This Podcast is Delicious

"Eating on the Road" Join hosts Ali Hassan and Marco Timpano on another episode of "This Podcast is Delicious," the food and drink podcast with a side of comedy! In this episode, titled "Eating on the Road," Ali and Marco share their tips and experiences on how to travel, eat, and drink without breaking the bank or sacrificing health and variety. Marco kicks things off by recounting his recent adv...

Tales of Canadian Seafood & L'Acadie Blanc Wine (The Great White North Wine!) Join cohosts Marco and Ali on a delectable adventure in the latest episode of "This Podcast is Delicious". Get ready to dive into the depths of Canadian waters as they uncover a bounty of seafood you may not have known existed. From the Atlantic to the Arctic to the Pacific, discover the hidden gems of seafood and sh...

"Happy Canada Day! In this special episode of 'This Podcast is Delicious, ' we raise a toast to Canada and celebrate the culinary delights of the Great White North. Join hosts Ali and Marco as they explore the rich tapestry of Canadian food and drink, taking you on a mouthwatering journey from coast to coast. No celebration of Canadian cuisine would be complete without a nod to the bountiful seafo...

Ultra Processed Food and other Sins. In this mouthwatering episode of "This Podcast is Delicious," join hosts Ali Hassan and Marco Timpano as they dive into the sinful world of ultra-processed food. Brace yourselves for a rollercoaster of culinary confessions as they uncover the dark secrets behind the addictive allure of these guilty pleasures. Marco finds his inner 80 year old man. Ali and Marco...

Flower Power Ali Hassan & Marco Timpano take us on a floral journey, how to use flowers in your cocktails and in your various dishes.  A Sneak-Peek: [1:00] Ali and Marco debate the seasons. [3:30] What is your favourite flower?  [8:00] Hibiscus - great for cocktails, dried, and syrups. [11:50] Peonies - how much can you actually eat? [12:30] A light touch with Roses. [15:20] The pop...

Let’s Chaat Ali Hassan & Marco Timpano chat about the wonderful snack Chaat and the delicious beverage both salt and sweet the incredible Lassi.  A Sneak-Peek: [00:30] Ali thinks it’s summer, Marco disagrees.  [01:15] Marco talks about Hawaii and Ali talks about his trip to The Yukon.   [05:21] Marco explains why Hawaii can be dangerous for him.  [07:30] Why Marco’s wi...

Salad Dressing & Pinot Grigio Ali Hassan & Marco Timpano are your hosts and they take you through how you can make your own delicious salad dressing, save money, healthy and tasty salad toppings and the perfect wine pairing. On today’s episode you get the 101 on Pinot Grigio. A Sneak-Peek: [1:00] Ali and Marco discuss clothes that are hanging around.  [3:15] Making your own salad dres...

Cheese Please Ali Hassan & Marco Timpano melt your hearts on today’s episode where they talk about Cheese. A Sneak-Peek: [2:00] Ali takes us through a cheese journey. [7:15] Ali takes us through the Meltability of Cheese and the science behind it.   [10:00] The cheeses that don’t melt.  [11:50] Ali lists good melty cheeses and where Gruyère comes from.  [13:50] What happens...

The Green Episode Ali Hassan & Marco Timpano share their personal connection to the this green episode.  Perhaps their most controversial episode to date. Quotes: “He’s making money hand over foot” Ali Resource Link: Connect with us on: Twitter: @podisdelcious Instagram: This Podcast is Delicious Web: thispodcastisdelicious Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Falafel Ali Hassan & Marco Timpano share their personal connection to the might falafel.  A Sneak-Peek: [02:58] Marco confesses his ignorance on the falafel.   [5:00] Ali tells how he makes falafel and if that qualifies as actually “making it”. [6:15] Ali shares his “falafel tipping point” experience.   [12:20] Ali has a Shepherd’s Bush story.  [17:20] We deconstruct the Fa...

Cuisine Appropriation Ali Hassan & Marco Timpano tackle the complex topic of cuisine appropriation with passion and a bit of humour.  A Sneak-Peek: [00:58] Ali talks about his recent road trip and the food on the road.   [6:00] Ali is disappointed in the Ghost Pepper McNuggets. [9:50] Marco is trying to bring the word consume back.   [11:00] Cultural appropriation in cuisine, th...

Taste Atlas Season 4 is here and Ali Hassan & Marco Timpano discuss taste Atlas World’s Best Cuisine and whether or not it is possible to actually name a country with the best cuisine. Marco uncovers Chianti.  A Sneak-Peek: [00:58] Ali and Marco talk about Atlas World’s Best Cuisine.   [7:00] Marco and Ali discuss where certain countries land on the list. [8:15] Marco explains why It...

Holiday & New Year Epsiode Marco and Ali celebrate the last episode of the season talking about their traditions and things that are done around the world. Also a look at the New Year and what they both consume over these holidays. A Sneak-Peek: [02:58] Marco tells of his New Year’s food tradition with his in-laws much to Ali’s dismay. [8:33] Ali suggests what Marco is talking about is ac...

Delicious Gifts for the Holidays Our hosts Ali Hassan & Marco Timpano give suggestions on the best Food & Drink gift ideas for the holidays. Also what to have on hand for the surprise visit during the holidays.  A Sneak-Peek: [03:10] Ali starts his list off with something off of Marco’s list. [4:40] KVAS black cherries. [5:30] Ali recommends wooden boards.   [8:00] Fruits &a...

This Michelin Star Ali and Marco unpack the good the bad and the ugly when it comes to the Michelin Star rating system. A Sneak-Peek: The Tire connection What Makes a Michelin Star What does each star mean? Beyond the Stars The dark Side of Michelin Star Big Gourmand The Green Star Mentioned links: 25 Things I Wish I Knew Before I Started My Podcast I s there Bacon In Heaven Connect with us on: Tw...

This Breakfast Sandwich is Delicious Marco goes through the Toronto Life Magazine Ten Best Breakfast Sandwiches.  Ali Hassan & Marco Timpano discuss what makes a great breakfast sandwich, how can they err and what makes them stand out. Definitely a podcast episode to wake up to.  A Sneak-Peek: [00:58] Marco tells of his venture eating Toronto Life’s 10 best Breakfast Sandwiches...

Donair, Doner Kebab or Shwarma If it is meat on a vertical spiral Ali Hassan & Marco Timpano will cover it on today's episode. What do you call them, which is your favourite? Connect with us on: Twitter: @podisdelcious Instagram: This Podcast is Delicious Web: thispodcastisdelicious Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Hot Dog Epsiode Hot Dogs, Wieners, Frankfurters you can call them what you want. Ali Hassan & Marco Timpano get the condiments out as they talk about the glorious Hot Dog.    Resource Links mentioned: Ali’s book: Is There Bacon in Heaven Connect with us on: Twitter: @podisdelcious Instagram: This Podcast is Delicious Web: thispodcastisdelicious   Hosted on Acast. S...

On today's episode we look at Italian words that we find in food and drink and Marco sets the record straight on how to pronounce that wonderful appetizer known as Bruschetta. Other media mentioned: Doctor vs Comedian episode Connect with us on: Twitter: @podisdelcious Instagram: This Podcast is Delicious Web: thispodcastisdelicious Email: thispodcastisdelicious@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acas...

We explore "Toxic Masculinity" and its pervasiveness in food and drink. Marco comes the the realization that he was pretty much brainwashed into thinking he likes beer. Ali sites what South Africa recently did to pull the plug on a toxic commercial. The hosts have a laugh and delve deep into this contemporary food and drink coversation. Connect with us on: Twitter: @podisdelcious Instagram: This P...

Beverly Crandon Ali & Marco welcome wine consultant and sommelier Beverly Crandon to the podcast. Beverly is the wine expert behind various organizations including the not for profit Vinequity and Spice Food & Wine Group. We talk to her about this and more, and Marco has wine scenarios for Beverly where she has to pair the perfect wine. A Sneak-Peek: [01:00] Ali and Marco talk ab...

We dig deep into our past episodes to give you a classic pre-pandemic episode. Sit back and enjoy a blast from the past as Ali and Marco talk about Olives and Italian Ice Tea. Connect with us on: Twitter: @podisdelcious Instagram: This Podcast is Delicious Web: thispodcastisdelicious Email: thispodcastisdelicious@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Trevor Lui Ali & Marco welcome Trevor Lui to the podcast. This culinary Superhero, continues to raise the profile of Toronto with his food, brings the stories of his life and his dishes to the page with his book The Double Happiness Cookbook . His video series  Soulful Food Stories is a video series that exposes the ‘other’ side of communities and neighbourhoods. His organi...

On today's episode we explore the do's and don'ts of the BBQ and what to do when you have been invited to a BBQ, what to bring, how to be a great. Ali & Marco share their tips, tricks and BBQ hacks on this episode Connect with us on: Twitter: @podisdelcious Instagram: This Podcast is Delicious Web: thispodcastisdelicious Email : thispodcastisdelicious@gmail.com   Hosted on Acast. See acas...

When Dining Goes Wrong & Silver Linings. The guys talk about some recent bad dining experiences that were turned around in a positive way by managers and waiters who did what the needed to do turn a negative into a positive     A Sneak-Peek: [1:27] Ali and Marco talk about some recent travels.  [3:40] Marco has a bad food experience t the airport at a pub. [8:18]   Mar...