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Episode 91 Caribbean Roots II Featuring Philippe Andre

This week Jermaine kicks it with his old friend Philippe Andre Private Client Director at the prestigious Folio Wine Partners representing brands like; Charles Heidsieck, Rare Champagne, Bruno Giacosa, and many more. They discuss the origin of Philippe’s signature style, How is Hatian roots helped him to forge his way in the wine business, and being the first sommelier to design a Ferrari. If you love nice things, this is not one you want to miss!

Operating The Highest Hotel Bar In Western Europe || Inside The Drinks Business ||

As a bar operating at a fine dining establishment, there are certain standards of service expected of them. It is a bar manager's responsibility to make sure that the bar operations run smoothly while adhering to the standards of quality and service followed by the restaurant. A skilled bar manager contributes significantly to the success of the establishment by managing customers well, solving issues, managing the on-floor staff, and even making sales. Join Sid Patel, CEO Beverage Trade Network, as he chats with Luca Rapetti, bar manager of the Gong Bar, Shangri-la, for an insightful conversation where Luca deep dives into a wide range of topics, from managing the staff to increasing the profitability of the GŎNG Bar, Shangri-La The Shard.

62. Florence. Travel to Florence, Italy. Top things to do in Florence including the Duomo, Porto Vecchio and Piazza Signoria.

This is our first episode about Florence – and we didn’t think we were going to survive to tell you any of our Florence stories. I know that sounds dramatic, but at the time it was real - and it was all to do with the weirdest google translation from our air bnb host as we were locked in a dark entry way with him outside our apartment. The whole story is in the podcast. Now, Florence or Firenze as it is known in Italy is definitely one of my favourite cities. It is beautiful. There is so much to see and do, all packed into such small area. This is the first of a three podcasts about Florence. We couldn’t fit everything into one or two episodes and do it justice. In this episode you will come with us as we walk along the Arno River and check the Porte Vecchio – which is the famous old Roman bridge with all the gold and jewellery shops. Next, without any plan really, we find Piazza Signoria where the replica of Michelangelo’s famous David is as well as the Palacio Vecchio, Neptune’s foun

BWS 38: New Duty Rates On Alcohol

This week we are having a frank and honest discussion about the new duty rates which come into play on the 1st August 2023. This is biggest single increase in almost 50 years and is making our lives even more difficult right now. We discuss the impact this has on our business and hospitality as a whole. Not so fun but hopefully an informative listen. FOLLOW US 👋 Twitter : butlers-winecellar.co.uk/twitter 👋 Instagram : butlers-winecellar.co.uk/instagram 👋 Facebook : butlers-winecellar.co.uk/facebook 👋 YouTube : https://www.butlers-winecellar.co.uk/youtube 🎟️ EVENTS & TASTINGS www.butlers-winecellar.co.uk/tastings 📦 TO STOCK OUR WINES? www.butlers-winecellar.co.uk/pages/contact-us 📰 NEWS www.butlers-winecellar.co.uk/blogs/news 💷 CHARITY www.butlers-winecellar.co.uk/pages/crew-club 🤝 FRIENDS OF BUTLERS www.butlers-winecellar.co.uk/pages/friends-of-butlers 😎 STOCKISTS www.butlers-winecellar.co.uk/pages/stockists 📦 Click & Collect available 📦 Next Day Delivery £9.99 - FREE over

Managing The Bar At The Iconic Ritz Hotel || Inside The Drinks Business ||

Apart from being the person who comes up with new and exciting cocktails a mixologist is someone who is well versed in hospitality. This is especially true when one is operating in fine dining restaurants and luxury hotels. From the food and drinks that are served to the experience that a customer has, all should follow a certain standard that is expected from such a venue. As a head mixologist at such a venue one has to wear many hats. From designing the cocktail menu to choosing the correct spirits everything falls under the role of a head mixologist. In this Podcast, Sid Patel, CEO Beverage Trade Network is in a conversation with the Head Mixologist at The Ritz London, Michele Lombardi as he explains how he manages the bar at The Ritz, London.

How To Grow Your Retail Wine Business || Inside The Drinks Business ||

The idea of a retail wine store is to have a place to view and buy from a large collection of wines. Having such an expansive portfolio of exceptional wines sourced from all around the world will certainly help a store stand out in the retail fine wine industry. Each of the wines should be tasted and selected by an expert or a team of experts to ensure wines are of the highest quality. This will also help in discovering quality wines that are less heard of which ultimately will make it a unique offering to the customers visiting the store. In this Podcast Sid Patel, CEO Beverage Trade Network, is in a conversation with Salvatore Castano, who is the On Trade Advisor & Assistant Wine Buyer at Friarwood Fine Wines, a boutique wine merchant based in London. Salvatore talks on a range of topics from sourcing wines to upselling and driving sales at the store.

Ep 80: Wine Friends with Benefits – Linne Calodo | Zobèto Wines

IWP Ep18 Chik Brenneman - Baker Family Wines

Indie Wine Podcast episode 18 - Chik Brenneman - Baker Family Wines. Chik has had a varied and successful career since making the move to wine. From working at smaller family run wineries in the Sierra Foothills to working at the giant Woodbridge production facility and managing wine making at UC Davis to now partnering with Dusty Baker at Baker Family Wines in West Sacramento. We hear Chik discuss all these moments in his career as well as what he looks for in a vineyard, how he goes about making a blend and more. You can follow Chik at https://www.instagram.com/baker_family_wines and find the wines at www.bakerfamilywines.com. Follow the podcast https://www.instagram.com/indiewinepodcast or email indiewinepodcast@gmail.com with questions, comments or feedback. If you'd like to support the podcast further, please tell your wine friends about it and rate the podcast wherever you're listening if you like what you hear or donate on Patreon at - https://www.patreon.com/IndieWinePodcast or

Operating As A Top Mixologist At A Fine Dining Venue || Inside The Drinks Business ||

A mixologist is a creative person who has a role to play in various job functions, from cocktail creation to selecting the beverage program. As a mixologist one is also expected to maintain the standards of hospitality while creating the drinks and also while serving them. The knowledge of different spirits, herbs and spices, and the ability to create unique cocktails while making sure the guests are having a great experience is something a seasoned mixologist can achieve. But in the journey to become such an expert one should follow a certain path. In this Podcast Sid Patel, CEO Beverage Trade Network, is in a conversation with Federico Pavan, Director of Mixology at The Donovan Bar at Brown's Hotel, where Federico explains what a mixologist should do while operating in a fine dining restaurant.

«How to make big Wines» – die Weine von Robert Mondavi

In der aktuellen Folge von Weinfach widmen wir uns einem wahren Weinpionier: Robert Mondavi hat eines der grössten Weingüter der Welt geschaffen und dafür gesorgt, dass Weine aus den USA heute in der Schweiz so populär sind wie nie zuvor. Victor Cordes, Regionalleiter Zentralschweiz von Mövenpick Wein, entführt Elena Beltrame und Gaston Haas ins kalifornische Napa Valley und gibt Tipps zum Weingenuss am Grill. Das sind die drei Weine aus der Robert Mondavi Winery, die in dieser Folge degustiert werden: Chardonnay, Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley und Cabernet Sauvignon Oakville.

The Business Of Content Writing With The Expert || Inside The Drinks Business ||

Putting out good content consistently is probably one of the toughest things for a business to do time and time again. The idea of an article is to create content that people find engaging. Good quality articles help in having a consistent presence in the market for a business and people rely on that presence to stay informed or educated. However, identifying the topics to write about is crucial. The rule of thumb is to write about topics that the readers find interesting. Join this insightful conversation where Sid Patel, CEO Beverage Trade Network, interviews Richard Siddle, an award winning editor and co-founder of The-Buyer.Net, where he explains what goes into writing engaging content.

What Is The Role Of A Bar Supervisor || Inside The Drinks Business ||

Being bar supervisor is a broad role and covers many aspects of running a bar. Supervisors have to be able to manage staff as they are the bridge between the people working on the floor and the decision makers. This will include advising and training the staff in their work, and onboarding any new staff for the restaurant. They also should be able to create and plan the ideal cocktail menu and make sure that it reflects the customer needs and expectations of a fine dining venue. With the diverse nature of the role comes a lot of challenges. In this Podcast episode of Inside the Drinks Business Sid Patel, CEO Beverage Trade Network, is in a conversation with Cristiana Pirinu, Bar supervisor at The Donovan Bar, where she explains how she tackles the challenges she comes across in her role.

The Wine CEO Episode #134: Wines from the Northern Rhône with M Chapoutier

What do you know about the wines of the Northern Rhône Valley? Or about the climate and terroir of this region? Sarah is currently on an 8 week tour of France and she started her journey visiting Hermitage and M Chapoutier winery. In this episode, she chats with cellar door Sommelier Manager, Charlie Blache about the region and unqiue winemaking style at M Chapoutier. It's an episode you can't miss, so grab your favorite glass of Syrah and press play now! Watch this episode on my new YouTube Channel: https://youtu.be/yJdT6SH1RTk ------ Sign up for The Wine CEO newsletter and get a free guide to Food & Wine Pairing: thewineceo.com Email: Sarah@thewineceo.com Instagram & TikTok: @thewineceo ------ Today's guest: Charlie Blache M Chapoutier Winery: https://www.chapoutier.com/en/ Visit M Chapoutier in Tain l'Hermitage: https://www.chapoutier.com/en/winetourism/tasting-wine-visit-vineyard/

#118 Wijn uit blik: 2WINE!

Wijn uit blik? Ja! Dat kan gewoon en dat bewijzen Sjoerd en Wim - vader en zoon - van 2WINE. Deze blikjes in bubbel, wit en rosé vind je in de schappen van de AH, in een aantal horecazaken en op festivals. Fruitige wijnen die je het liefste zo snel mogelijk consumeert lenen zich perfect voor een blikverpakking. Het is namelijk afgesloten voor zuurstof, er kan geen licht doorheen en het is ook nog eens duurzaam, want aluminium kun je heel goed reclycen. Een blikje DRC zien we nog niet gebeuren, maar een koud blikje rosé om mee naar strand - waarom niet? Het is de toekomst, mensen. Geloof ons!

Dourakis Wines: Climate adaptation and indigenous grapes in Crete

Sustainable Wine’s Toby Webb recently visited Dourakis Winery in Chania, Crete where he spoke with oenologist Adonis Dourakis. In this podcast Adonis shares more about their wines and how climate change is impacting indigenous grapes in the region. They discuss the current state of grape growing in Greece, how growers are adapting to the changing climate, and the future of regenerative viticulture in Crete.

A New Chapter for Carmel Valley's Joyce Wine Co. with Russell Joyce, Ep. 69

Russell Joyce's family landed in Monterey County, California, thanks to his father's love of car racing and the nearby Laguna Seca Raceway. Ever since, Russell's been in the driver's seat of his family's grape growing and winemaking endeavors at Joyce Wine Company , with a commitment to minimalist winemaking and working with organically grown grapes. Vineyards and wine have been a mainstay of his life, ever since he was a little boy, working with his father, who planted their first vineyard behind the family home. Today, Russell's enjoying sharing his passion with his young son. Russell's also helping preserve the past, recently acquiring a historic winery property in southern Monterey County, in the Arroyo Seco AVA. Russell and his wife Charlotte have been renovating the historic former Ventana Winery site, now home to Joyce Wine Co.'s winemaking facilities. You can visit and taste the Joyce wines here among the vines, and you can also experience the wines at the Carmel Road tasting r

Managing Wine At The Famous 67 Pall Mall An Interview With Ronan Sayburn MS

Being a Sommelier is a wonderful job, but it demands a lot of effort as the role is very diverse and multi-faceted. The role of a Head of Wine leading such a group of sommeliers is even more demanding. Join Sid Patel as he takes you inside the premises of 67 Pall Mall, a luxurious members club located in London that provides a wide range of hospitality services and hosts businesses and personal events. He is in a conversation with Ronan Sayburn, (Head of Wines at 67 Pall Mall and CEO, The Court of Master Sommeliers Europe), where they deep dive into diverse topics ranging from the management of the restaurant, the wine offerings, the membership program, inventory management and the Master Sommelier program.