2026 Author Events
Speaking events and appearances in 2026
The Ever Evolving Cheesesteak
This article was published in the Winter 2026 issue of Edible Philly.
Pecorino Bibliography and Notes
See below for information about my ebook (Almost) Lost Italian Grapes: Pecorino. (Ignore yellow text – will remove when time […]
Pecorino: (Almost) Lost Italian Grapes #1
The first chapter in a new series, (Almost) Lost Italian Grapes, featuring Le Marche and Abruzzo’s Pecorino.
Selected Food & Wine History Works
Highlights from Mike Madaio’s writing about food and wine history.
Autumn 2025 Author Events
Catch up with me around the Philly area this fall.
Cellar Door Podcast
Talking winery UX with Tom Massey on this popular wine podcast.
Press for A History of Philadelphia Sandwiches
Praise for AHoPS
Mike on Italian Wine Podcast, Numero Tre
My 3rd appearance on this great podcast, this time as book author.
Talking Cheesesteaks on NPR
I was interviewed for a piece on Weekend Edition.
Thirsty Bandit Podcast
I joined this pod to discuss the importance of UX for wineries.
Example UX Audit: Winery
An example showing what to expect with our UX audits
Example UX Audit: Wine Retailer
An example showing what to expect with our UX audits
Philly Factor on LaSalle TV
Talking books and sandwiches with Paul
The Cheesesteak Contest that Changed John’s Roast Pork
When John’s Roast Pork was crowned the ultimate cheesesteak in 2001, it changed the shop’s history
News Since Publication
Details that have changed since the book was published.