Ep. 2371 Erin DeMara of WineKnow Inc | Wine, Food & Travel with Marc Millon

Welcome to episode 2371 of the Italian Wine Podcast, and episode 194 of Wine, Food & Travel with Marc Millon. Today Marc’s guest is Erin DeMara of WineKnow Inc. More about today’s guest: Erin DeMara Erin DeMara IWA is a wine and restaurant industry expert with a 29-year career. For the past seven years, he has been working with 1821 Fine Wine and Spirits, a specialized importer, managing a portfolio of over 100 wines and spirits in Florida, USA. Erin also boasts the title of Certified Wine Educator from the Society of Wine Educators, is an Italian Wine Ambassador and an Educator for the Vinitaly International Academy, the only American professional to have both titles. Additionally, he is a Certified Spirits Specialist, a Certified Sommelier by the Court of Master Sommeliers, and an award-winning member of the Guild of Sommeliers. Connect Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wineknowfl/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erin-demara-38006110/ More about the host: Marc Millon Marc Millon, a VIA Italian Wine Ambassador since 2021, is a celebrated expert in the world of wine, food, and travel, boasting nearly 40 years of experience. Born in Mexico to a diverse family—his mother hailing from Hawaii via Korea and his father, an anthropologist, from New York via Paris—Marc was introduced to a rich tapestry of flavors from an early age. Together with his talented photographer wife, Kim, Marc has authored 14 acclaimed books, including the groundbreaking illustrated series The Wine Roads of Europe, The Wine Roads of France, The Wine Roads of Italy (winner of the Premio Barbi Colombini), and The Wine Roads of Spain. His other notable works include The Wine and Food of Europe, The Food Lovers’ Companion Italy, The Food Lovers’ Companion France, and Wine: A Global History. In addition to his writing, Marc is a sought-after speaker and hosts gastronomic cultural tours to Italy and France in partnership with Martin Randall Travel, a leading specialist in cultural travel. Since 2021, he has also been the engaging host of the “Wine, Food, and Travel with Marc Millon” series on the Italian Wine Podcast. When he's not exploring the culinary landscapes of the world, Marc resides along the scenic River Exe in Devon, England. Connect: Website: https://www.quaypress.uk https://www.marcmillon.co.uk https://www.vino.co.uk https://www.quaypress.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marc-millon-50868624/ Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/Marc_Millon _______________________________ Let's keep in touch! Follow Italian Wine Podcast on our social media channels: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/italianwinepodcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ItalianWinePodcast Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/itawinepodcast Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@mammajumboshrimp LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/italianwinepodcast If you feel like helping us, donate here: https://www.italianwinepodcast.com/donate-to-show/ Until next time, Cin Cin! Thanks for listening! This show is all about food and wine pairings, and traveling through Italy with Marc. Join him on this food, wine and cultural journey!