R.W. Apple, Jr., or Johnny, as he was known, passed away today.

This is a huge loss to any dedicated reader of the New York Times, as well as the entire community of food professionals, national and international.

He was a wonderful writer, and a larger-than-life personality. His career, what he saw and covered in his lifetime, was astounding. We surely need more writers like him today; I don't know who will carry the torch from this point onward. His New York Times Obituary says it all.

Godspeed, Johnny Apple.

R. W. Apple's last article, "The Global Gourmet", appears in the Travel section of today's New York Times.

oh so sad to hear of his passing: a true slow travelers indeed. I used to read his columns.
And so glad he likes Arzak in San Sebastian ,Spain and the Auberge du Cep in Fleurie ,Beaujolais, France; I have eaten there and agree is a must to visit.