Educating Sommeliers Worldwide.
By Beverage Trade Network
Interviews
Stephen Towler MS On The Future Of Wine Education And The Modern Sommelier
Empowering the next generation of sommeliers through education, mentorship, hospitality excellence, and practical insights into the evolving world of wine service.
Interviews
How Restaurants Can Grow Beverage Sales Without Compromising Hospitality
Jesse Hiney, Regional Director of Operations for Roka Akor Chicagoland, shares practical strategies for building profitable beverage programs through stronger systems, staff training, approachable menus, and confident service.
Insights
How Cruise Beverage Programs Are Built
Charles Steadman of Virgin Voyages explains how cruise beverage programs are built, what buyers expect from suppliers and why securing a listing is only the beginning.
Operations and Management
How Top Restaurants Choose Wines For Their Wine Lists
Explore the practical decisions behind leading restaurant wine lists, including pricing, pairing, supply, staff confidence, and customer value expectations.
Insights
The New Geography Of Fine Wine Demand
As demand for fine wine shifts eastward, emerging markets are transforming global strategies, luxury positioning, distribution models, and consumer engagement.
Operations and Management
Restaurants Need More Moments, Not Just Menus
A recent experience reminded me that in today’s hospitality world, memorable experiences may matter just as much as memorable food.
Insights
The Sommelier’s Role In The NoLo Movement
The no and low-alcohol trend is reshaping beverage programs, with sommeliers evolving into inclusive curators of flavor, wellness, and innovation.
Interviews
The Strategy Behind Luxury Hospitality with Pesqueira Global
Emanuel Pesqueira shares his thoughts on balancing sustainability with indulgence, and how hospitality professionals can create seamless, transformative luxury environments
