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Bottles & Bites Without Borders
Welcome to Bottles & Bites Without Borders, where the wine flows, the whiskey pours, and the food never disappoints! Hosted by Rob Clark, a WSET-certified wine enthusiast, whiskey collector, and home chef extraordinaire, this podcast is your go-to for all things delicious. Rob brings a mix of expertise and humor as he chats with friends, fellow foodies, and top-tier experts in the world of food, wine, and whiskey. Whether you're here for tips on pairing wine with dinner, exploring new whiskey finds, or simply enjoying a good laugh over some fantastic bites, Rob’s got you covered. Tune in, grab a glass, and join the conversation — because here, the only rule is to have fun and drink (and eat) like no one’s watching!
For more, visit www.bottlesandbiteswb.com and follow Rob’s adventures on X, Instagram, and Facebook. Cheers!
🎙 Rob Clark — Host of Bottles & Bites Without Borders
Exploring the world of food, wine, and whiskey—one bottle and bite at a time.
🌐 Website: www.bottlesandbiteswb.com
📸 Instagram: @bottles_bites_wb
🐦 X (Twitter): @foodwhiskey
📘 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/533352930766813
📧 Email: rob@bottlesandbiteswb.com
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Episodes
261 episodes
If You Could Only Drink Wine From One Country
What if you could only drink wine from ONE country for the rest of your life?In this episode of Bottles & Bites Without Borders, Rob Clark tackles one of the hardest wine questions imaginable and explains why Italy might jus...
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Bourbon Drinkers, It's Time to Cross the Pond!
If bourbon is your first love, Scotch might just be your greatest adventure. In this episode, we break down exactly why bourbon drinkers are uniquely positioned to appreciate Scotch whisky — and why so many are missing out. We'll explore ...
Talking and Sipping Wine - I Join Bob Paulinski on his Livestream
What happens when a WSET-certified enthusiast from Katy, Texas sits down with one of just 400 Masters of Wine in the world? A relaxed, honest, and genuinely fun conversation about something every wine lover deals with — walking into Total Wine ...
FULL PROOF… Kinda? Breaking Down Green River Wheated + Penelope Rio First Taste
Two brand-new bottles hit the table—and we’re going in blind.On this episode, I crack open Penelope Rio and Green River Full Proof Wheated Bourbon for the very first time. No notes, no hype filters—just real reactions, hone...
The Sazerac Rye Lineup & Our Bourbon Journey with Chris Chambers
In this episode of Bottles & Bites Without Borders, Rob is joined by longtime friend Chris Chambers to do more than just taste whiskey — we take a trip back through 16 years of bourbon, friendship, and the evolution of our palat...
Want Young People to Drink Wine? Stop Acting Like This
The wine industry keeps saying they want to attract younger drinkers and make wine more approachable… but their actions say otherwise.Wine dinners are still $200–$300 per person. Tastings focus on $100+ bottles. Events ...
The Truth: Whiskey and Wine Are More Alike Than You Think
If you love whiskey but ignore wine… you're missing half the experience. And if you love wine but never explore whiskey… the same is true.In this episode of Bottles & Bites Without Borders, Rob Clark breaks down the surprising...
Shelf vs Allocated: The Best Bourbon in Every Proof Range
Does allocated bourbon actually taste better… or are we just chasing labels?In this episode of Bottles & Bites Without Borders, I break down the best bourbons in every proof category — comparing readily available shel...
From Flattop to Pit: Neal Williams (The Flattop King) on BBQ, Creativity & Cooking Without Limits
In this episode of Bottles & Bites Without Borders, we sit down with Neal Williams, the creator behind the popular YouTube channels The Flattop King and Pellets & Pits.Neal is a Navy veteran who...
$500. Empty shelves. Bourbon and rye only. What are you buying?
In this episode of Bottles & Bites Without Borders, Rob, Carter and Matt take on the ultimate home bar challenge: build the best possible bourbon and rye collection with a $500 budget. No tequila. No Scotch. No wine safety net. Jus...
The Perfect Warm-Up Pour: 7 Bourbons Under 100 Proof
When it comes to bourbon, higher proof often gets all the hype — but that doesn’t mean lower proof means lower flavor.In this episode of Bottles & Bites Without Borders, I’m sharing 7 bourbons under 100 proof that I regularl...
Wine Conversations with Matthew Horkey
In this episode of Bottles & Bites Without Borders, Rob sits down with wine YouTuber Matthew Horkey to talk about how real people actually buy, drink, and enjoy wine. From grocery store shelves to wine shop intimidation, from ...
The Essential Rye Shelf: 6 Must-Have Bottles + 3 Unicorns
Rye whiskey doesn’t get enough love—so we’re fixing that.In this episode, I’m breaking down my Top 6 Rye Whiskeys every home bar should have. These are bottles that actually get poured, not just admired on the shelf. Great flavor,...
No Hype, No Hunting: 12 Bourbons That Belong in Every Home Bar
Every bourbon shelf doesn’t need unicorns, secondary prices, or bottles you’re afraid to open. What it does need are dependable, great-tasting bourbons that overdeliver for the price—bottles you can pour for friends, sip neat, or use i...
The State of Bourbon: Trends, Tastes & the Road to 2026
Bourbon has never been bigger—but is it on solid ground?In this episode of Bottles & Bites Without Borders, Rob is joined once again by friend of the show Matt Carter to take a hard look at the current state of bourbon
In Egg We Trust: Why the Egg Is the G.O.A.T
The egg is everywhere—and for good reason. In this episode, we make the case that the egg is the greatest food and ingredient ever created. From over-easy and sunny side up to omelets and scrambled eggs, the egg shines as the star of breakfast....
Wine Through a Young Lens: Questions, Curiosity & First Steps
In this warm and thoughtful episode of Bottles & Bites Without Borders, Rob sits down with a very special guest—Jaime Deleon’s daughter, Ashley, a young wine enthusiast beginning her journey into the vast and fascinating world of w...
The Year of Italy: What We Learned from Exploring the Regions
2025 was the Year of Italy for Bottles & Bites Without Borders. From Tuscany to Piedmont, Sicily to Friuli, Rob dives back into all five Italian regions explored this year and breaks down the wines, the culture, the surprise...
Breaking Down the Wine Spectator Top 100 of 2025
In this episode of Bottles & Bites Without Borders, Rob sits down with wine expert and friend of the show, Jaime Deleon, to dive deep into the newly released Wine Spectator Top 100 Wines of 2025. We break down how man...
Low-Alcohol Reds for Cooler Weather
As wine drinkers lean increasingly toward whites for their freshness and lower alcohol, the shift into fall and winter brings back that familiar craving for red wine. But what if you want the comfort and complexity of a red—without the big alco...
The Biggest Waste of Money in Food: Fine Dining Exposed
In this episode, we dive into a controversial take: fine dining isn’t worth the hype — or the price tag.Sandra and I recently visited a so-called “authentic Italian” fine dining restaurant, and let’s just say… it was anything but....
Wines That Feel Like Fall: Cozy Reds and Warming Whites
As the weather cools and comfort food takes center stage, the wines we crave start to change too. In this episode of Bottles & Bites Without Borders, Rob Clark sits down with Advanced Sommelier Jaime Deleon to explore the per...
A Discussion on Old World & New World Wines with Jaime Deleon
In this episode, Rob sits down with Advanced Sommelier Jaime Deleon for a deep dive into the fascinating contrast between Old World and New World wines. They explore how history, climate, and winemaking philosophy shape what ends up in th...
Why Americans Drink Wine Differently — and What We Can Learn from Europe
In this episode of Bottles & Bites Without Borders, host Rob Clark explores how American wine culture stands apart from the rest of the world — from how we buy wine to how we drink it and even how we think about it.Wh...
Battle of the Burgers / Our Top 5 Fast Food Favorites
In this episode, Rob sits down with Tony, Garrison, and Anthony Ford to settle one of the greatest debates of all time — who makes the best fast food burger? From classics like the Big Mac and the flame-broiled Whopper to heavy hitters li...