The last book on CD my wife and I bought was average at best: mens' voices for female characters, etc. And what's the alternative on the radio? Pop music or Howard Stern? I spend twenty percent of my waking life in my car. I might as well spend it wisely. The Food Scholar is easy listening and presented in a way that makes the information easy to learn and remember. And the next time you go out to a nice restaurant, some Myles from Sideways type guy won't make you feel like an idiot.

I was a wine novice to be sure before I listened to this CD. The ordering wine in a restaurant lesson gives you a few rules and some basic steps - it is all the information you need to order from any list! There are also very useful food and wine pairing rules, wine tasting tips, and information on grapes and regions. Very well done!

Just as promised in the description - this audio book covers every essential area in wine tasting, food and wine pairings, and ordering wine in a restaurant. I have read and enjoyed other wine books, but highly recommend this one as the best for anyone just starting to learn about wine. It is perfect for some one that is new to wine and wants to learn the basics.

This CD provides invaluable information on the main varieties of wine and walks one through the proper etiquette of ordering wine for a group in a restaurant. Also includes helpful wine tasting and food pairing tips and information on specialty wines like ports. A wonderful resource for those who want or need to learn quickly about wine!

I purchased this CD last year and have listened to it many times. I just bought another one and the Food Scholar Dining Etiqutte CD Dining Etiquette (Food Scholar Series Volume I)for my nephew who is a senior in college and will be interviewing for jobs soon. These are great tapes for anyone who finds themselves dining with work superiors or clients - times when making your best impression is most important.

I've never taken a wine tasting or appreciation class but wanted to understand the basics so I wouldn't embarass myself when ordering wine in a restaurant, especially during business dinners - would recommend this to anyone in the same position (i.e. those new to business world and/or wine and wanting to look reasonably knowledgeable in an important situation) - plus the audio format is great for plane or car trips

Very clear and professional. I was impressed with the knowledge of the Food Scholar and how easy it was to remember the main points. I have listened to the CD multiple times. Each time I add to what I learned the prior time. I think it would make a great gift for college students. But, personally, I just enjoyed learning all the details about wine etiquette and the factors in selecting the best wine for the situaiton. Enjoy!

These CDs are a must have for every busy professional or recent college graduate. Whether you're interested in getting a solid background on the key rules of dining etiquette etiquette and wine selection or just a refresher on the must-have rules on the way to the restaurant, these CDs are for you.