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| Quincy Goldsmith of Stem and Vine | 12 Dec 2024 | 00:43:17 | |
Quincy Goldsmith is the owner of Stem & Vine, a distinctive plant shop, wine bar, and art space in Baltimore. His experiences living and working in Japan, Sweden, Mexico, China, Canada, and other parts of the world inspire the global perspective he brings to this dynamic space. With a background in engineering and a strong foundation in STEM, Quincy created Stem & Vine for those drawn to thoughtful conversations, creative expression, and cultural discovery. By weaving together plants, spirits, and art, he has built a space that sparks intellectual curiosity and fosters a sense of connection.https://www.stemandvinebaltimore.com/ https://www.instagram.com/stemandvinebaltimore/# Subscribe to our Patreonhttps://www.patreon.com/c/TheSwirlSuite The Swirl Suite Podcast Email: SwirlSuite@gmail.com Site: https://www.swirlsuite.com/ Social Media POD @SwirlSuite Sarita @VineMeUp Leslie @TheWineConciergeClub Glynis @Vino_Noire Tanisha @GirlMeetsGlass | |||
| The Thanksgiving Episode | 27 Nov 2024 | 00:49:30 | |
This Thanksgiving, all four hosts of #TheSwirlSuite are back together for a fun and festive episode! We're breaking down the dos and don'ts of Thanksgiving in Black households (you already know there are rules ) and sharing our favorite holiday traditions. Plus, Tanisha gives us the scoop on what Thanksgiving looks like in Pariswine, vibes, and all. Grab your glass and join the convo! Join our Patreonpatreon.com/TheSwirlSuite The Swirl Suite Podcast Email: SwirlSuite@gmail.com Site: https://www.swirlsuite.com/ Social Media POD @SwirlSuite Sarita @VineMeUp Leslie @TheWineConciergeClub Glynis @Vino_Noire Tanisha @GirlMeetsGlass | |||
| Dexter and Marilyn Meadows | 10 Jul 2024 | 00:56:56 | |
Husband and wife owners Dexter and Marilyn Meadows were looking for a new adventure after retirement and Dexters love of the land led them to Umpqua Valley. From Southern California by way of Tuskegee, Alabama, the couple has been married for over 50 years (52 to be exact!) and through this new adventure with Meadows Estates Vineyard and Winery have been able to produce wines mostly known for their rich and earthy tastes such as a Syrah (which received 92 pts) & Pinot Noir, Grenache and Merlot. Through planned events, workshops, a tasting room, onsite lodging, wedding venue, vineyard and grounds tours, Meadows Estates isnt just a place for wine, but also a community destination. https://www.meadowsestatewinery.com/ https://www.instagram.com/meadowsestate_winery/ https://www.facebook.com/Meadowsestatevineyard Dexter MeadowsDexter holds a bachelors degree in architecture from Tuskegee University and a Masters degree in landscape architecture from the University of Michigan. He is a licensed contractor and landscape architecture in the state of California and enjoys wood working as a hobby. Marilyn Echols Meadows Scientist, School Teacher, Volunteer, Business Owner, Wife, MotherA proud graduate of Tuskegee University with a bachelors degree in Biology and a minor in chemistry and mathematics. www.swirlsuite.com swirlsuite@gmail.com Sarita @VineMeUp | |||
| Brenae Royal | 16 Feb 2022 | 01:05:13 | |
A former 4-H kid, Royal oversees 575 acres, of which about 250 are planted to prime Cabernet Sauvignon and Zinfandel grapes at the iconicMonte Rosso Vineyard. She studied crops and horticulture science at Cal State Chico and then worked as an intern atGallo, where she was promoted to vineyard manager in 2015. Home to some of the oldest-producing grapevines in California, Monte Rosso has an almost mythical reputation among winemakers who love its brilliant acidity and distinct notes of spice. Royal patrols it all with her black Labrador, Violet Mae, and is an active advocate for improving involvement and advancement of Black people in agriculture and winemaking. https://www.instagram.com/_cabrenae/ Wine Growing Glossary: Follow The Swirl Suite: Sarita @VineMeUp Tanisha @GirlMeetsGlass Leslie @Vino301 Glynis @Vino_Noire Black Winestory Month www.instagram.com/burgerandwines/ Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/SwirlSuite. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. | |||
| Terrence and Brandon of Michael Lavelle | 08 Feb 2022 | 01:05:52 | |
With a decade of building intrapreneurship teams at Fortune 500 companies such as IBM and LinkedIn, Terrence is an analytical strategist with a focus on emerging trends and culture. Terrence oversees the execution of current and future visions of Michael Lavelle as he traverses between worlds of strategy, creative and operations to execute each objective at the highest standard. Born and raised in Chicago, Terrence holds a BA in Economics from Howard University in Washington, DC. Passionately curious for connecting the dots, shifting culture is what led him into the spirits/wine business. Hes currently enrolled at Napa Valley Wine Academy for Sommelier certification. With a firm understanding that ideas are only as good as their execution, Brandon brings his knowledge of operational systems to ensure Michael Lavelle is logistically sound. Over the past decade, Brandon has achieved operational excellence for the nation's leading brands, including Grubhub, Toast, and the Washington Nationals. Born and raised in Chicago, Brandon holds a BS in Leisure Studies from Howard University in Washington, DC and is currently enrolled at Napa Valley Wine Academy for Sommelier certification. Through his entrepreneurial experience in the DC hospitality scene it became clear that spirits are pivotal in building relationships and connecting communities. Follow Micahel Lavelle: https://www.instagram.com/sipmichaellavelle/ https://sipmichaellavelle.com/ Follow The Swirl Suite: Sarita @VineMeUp Tanisha @GirlMeetsGlass Leslie @Vino301 Glynis @Vino_Noire Black Winestory Month www.instagram.com/burgerandwines/ Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/SwirlSuite. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. | |||
| Sparklers of SOMM TV | 03 Feb 2022 | 01:03:10 | |
SOMM TV brings together five of the top wine connoisseurs, along with other culinary professionals, in SPARKLERS, a high-stakes, high-pressure competition show based on cooking and pairing great sparkling wine from around the world. The 13-episode food & wine competition show premiered Tuesday, November 23rd and continues until a champion is crowned on Tuesday, February 8th. SPARKLERS features a diverse cast of food and wine professionals who are changing the culinary world. While the show has guest judges, the main challenges are decided by the five contestants themselves, pitting friends against each other as they make tough decisions to create one of the most unique food shows youve ever seen and the first ever cooking and wine pairing competition show. The shows talented cast of food and wine professionals include Maryam Ahmed, hospitality entrepreneur at Maryam & Company in Napa, Claire Coppi, Wine Director at Sushi Note restaurant in Los Angeles, Matthew Kaner, renown sommelier and restaurateur in Los Angeles, George Walker III, National Brand Ambassador/Winery Operations at Wade Cellars in Napa, and Meghan Zobeck, Winemaker at Burgess Cellars in Napa. https://watch.sommtv.com/sparklers Watch this episode live on our YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J5DWXGYADJg Follow The Swirl Suite: Sarita @VineMeUp Tanisha @GirlMeetsGlass Leslie @Vino301 Glynis @Vino_Noire Black Winestory Month www.instagram.com/burgerandwines/ Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/SwirlSuite. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. | |||
| Nova Cadamatre MW | 01 Feb 2022 | 00:59:09 | |
A winemaker with a wide and diverse background, Cadamatre started in wine on the East Coast as a winemaking apprentice with Stargazers Vineyard in 2003. After graduating from Cornell University in 2006 with a Bachelors in Viticulture, Nova moved to California. During her time in California, she worked with fruit from all over the state eventually settling in Napa and focusing on Bordeaux and Burgundian varieties from some of the top vineyards in the area including To Kalon, Vine Hill Ranch, MacDonald, Detert, and Hyde Vineyard. In 2015, she started her brand Trestle Thirty One in the Finger Lakes of NY. In 2020 added Snowshell Vineyards for Naked Wines and in 2022 will be launching Fiadh Ruadh, a 100% Cabernet Sauvignon from Stags Leap AVA in Napa. She currently goes back and forth between Napa and the Finger Lakes to manage both her CA projects and her projects in NY. In 2017, Nova was the first female winemaker in the US to achieve the title of Master of Wine. She has been named to Wine Enthusiasts Top 40 under 40 list and has numerous 90+ scoring wines to her credit from both coasts. Follow Nova: https://www.instagram.com/nova_cadamatre_mw/ https://www.instagram.com/trestle_31/ Follow The Swirl Suite: Sarita @VineMeUp Tanisha @GirlMeetsGlass Leslie @Vino301 Glynis @Vino_Noire Black Winestory Month https://www.instagram.com/burgerandwines/ Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/SwirlSuite. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. | |||
| Alicia Ortiz | 26 Jan 2022 | 00:28:59 | |
Growing up on the Space Coast of Florida, Alicia Ortiz began her career at Kennedy Space Center as a Public Affairs intern and quickly developed her skillset in brand strategy, media relations, and social responsibility. Ultimately taking her first full-time job out of college with MORI Associates, another NASA contractor based in Maryland, she connected with Blake Hershey in 2019, who told her about his idea for Sippd. Resonating with Sippds mission to create a more inclusive wine experience for younger, less-experienced wine drinkers while using the platform to support social causes in a digital format - she knew she had to be a part of the project. Today, Alicia is the Head of Marketing at Sippd - the personal wine recommender and online marketplace that combines artificial intelligence and wine to help consumers find and order wines that match their unique taste profile. Follow Alicia and Sippd: https://www.instagram.com/aliciasips/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/drinksippd/?hl=en Follow The Swirl Suite: Sarita @VineMeUp Tanisha @GirlMeetsGlass Leslie @Vino301 Glynis @Vino_Noire Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/SwirlSuite. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. | |||
| Alex Jankowski | 24 Jan 2022 | 00:38:41 | |
AlexJankowskihas been the Marketing Manager for Wagner Vineyards, located in New York's Finger Lakes wine region, since December 2019 and also serves as the Marketing Chair for the Seneca Lake Wine Trail. Prior to this, he was an editor and journalist for publications in Massachusetts, California, Alaska, Connecticut, and New Jersey. He is a native of Buffalo, NY, and glad to be back closer to home, telling the stories of the hard work and ingenuityneeded to craft world-class wines in upstate New York. He recently was awarded the 2021 Finger Lakes Tourism Alliance Outstanding Customer Service Award for these efforts. Follow Alex and Wagner: https://www.instagram.com/alexjankflx/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/wagnervineyards/?hl=en ?Follow The Swirl Suite: Sarita @VineMeUp Tanisha @GirlMeetsGlass Leslie @Vino301 Glynis @Vino_Noire Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/SwirlSuite. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. | |||
| Sarah C Rhodes-Troxell of Galen Glen | 19 Jan 2022 | 00:35:06 | |
Interested in science from youth with a natural proclivity for mixing unusual concoctions (like perfumed toothpaste), Sarah eventually received a degree in Chemistry. Her professional career was focused on pharmaceutical packaging components for injectable drugs. But it was trips to Germany, and wine from Hawaii via husband Galens best friend, that collided to inspire Sarah and Galen to leave corporate jobs and acquire the Troxell family double century farm. Sarahs winemaking mentor, serendipitously also from Germany, Volker Schneider, helped her refine the winerys style while strengthening her wine chemistry repertoire. Sarah and Volker collaborated onAcidity Management in Must and Wine: the first exhaustive treatment of the subject in print and the definitive guide to arguably the most delicate operation in the development of a fine wine. NY wine critic Lenn Thompson recently described Sarah: If she were making wine on the West Coast (or even in a place like New York or Virginia) youd know her name. But, because she and Galen are 90 miles north of Philadelphia in rural Andreas, PA, she flies very much under the radar for all but the most intrepid regional wine geeks. Galen Glen is twenty-seven years young and Sarah is proud to be entrusted each harvest with translating the story of the growing season and land into wine. When not farming wine, Sarah enjoys drinking wine of course, cooking with Galen as head chef and Sarah as his sous-chef, and encouraging their three grown children to pursue their aspirations. https://www.instagram.com/galenglenwine/?hl=en https://www.galenglen.com/index.html Follow The Swirl Suite: Sarita @VineMeUp Tanisha @GirlMeetsGlass Leslie @Vino301 Glynis @Vino_Noire Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/SwirlSuite. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. | |||
| Jermaine Stone | 13 Jan 2022 | 01:12:23 | |
Bronx native, Jermaine Stone, spent his life entrenched in Hip Hop but found an interest in fine wine while packing boxes in the shipping department for Zachys Wine Auction. He later grew to create their global logistics presence while honing his skills as an auctioneer. In 2013 he became one of the founding Directors and Auctioneers for the auction department of LA retail giant Wallys. Throughout his 17-year career, Jermaine has worked with various clients across all facets of the wine industry, developing his skills in business operations, marketing, brand partnerships, and content creation. Today Jermaine is head of Cru Luv Selections; A New York based creative agency dedicated to blending his knowledge of wine and hip hop culture. Follow Jermaine: https://www.instagram.com/realwolfofwine/?hl=en https://wineandhiphop.com/ Follow The Swirl Suite: Sarita @VineMeUp Tanisha @GirlMeetsGlass Leslie @Vino301 Glynis @Vino_Noire Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/SwirlSuite. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. | |||
| After Dark 2021 w Rae | 15 Dec 2021 | 01:22:22 | |
We close out 2021 with one of our favs. Rae Mathis. The topics range from holiday gifts to red flags. The entire episode is live on our YouTube Channel. Here are a few of the black businesses we mention:
Follow Rae: https://www.instagram.com/vermillionpearl/?hl=en Follow The Swirl Suite: Sarita @VineMeUp Tanisha @GirlMeetsGlass Leslie @Vino301 Glynis @Vino_Noire Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/SwirlSuite. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. | |||
| Mixology & Murder w Kierra Sondereker | 08 Dec 2021 | 00:56:51 | |
IntroducingMixology and Murder: Cocktails Inspired by Infamous Serial Killers, Cold Cases, Cults, and Other Disturbing True Crime StoriesbyKierraSondereker a new full-color book that adds a twist of true crime to 60 classic cocktails. Accompanied by tales of serial killers, cold cases, cults, and more, youll find page-after-page of alarmingly appealing drink recipes. https://www.amazon.com/Mixology-Murder-Cocktails-Inspired-Disturbing-ebook/dp/B08VJLH81Y Follow The Swirl Suite: Sarita @VineMeUp Tanisha @GirlMeetsGlass Leslie @Vino301 Glynis @Vino_Noire Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/SwirlSuite. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. | |||
| Terah Wine Co. | 21 Jun 2024 | 00:47:59 | |
A native Californian, Terah refined her unique style and found her love of wine by way of food and from her travels across the globe. She started her professional career in the hospitality industry studying at the International Culinary Institute in California. She then spent time working in wine bars, a Michelin-starred restaurant, wine education, and consulting in the Bay Area. https://www.terahwineco.com/ https://www.instagram.com/terahwinecompany/ SwirlSuite@gmail.com Sarita @VineMeUp | |||
| Donae Burston | 18 Nov 2021 | 00:47:51 | |
Donae Burston is a luxury wine & spirits leader with over 15 years of industry experience. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, Donae achieved a Bachelor of Science degree, majoring in Mathematics from Clark Atlanta University in 1998. He concurrently completed a second degree in Industrial Engineering from Georgia Tech before he began his career in the information technology sector, initially consulting on Healthcare Systems. In 2003, Donae entered the alcohol industry, working on the promotional side of several iconic brands in the U.S, before joining the luxury group LVMH. During his 10+ years with the company, he worked across brands such as Dom Perignon, Veuve Clicquot, Ruinart, Moet & Chandon, Belvedere Vodka, and Hennessy Cognac. While with LVMH, in 2011, Donae created the first-ever luxury champagne bar in a sports arena at American Airlines Arena during the Miami Heat's championship run. In 2016, Donae became the Regional Director of the Southeast U.S, Caribbean, and Latin America regions of Armand de Brignac Champagne. He was responsible for the brand's commercial and marketing goals in each territory. Throughout his career, Donae found that, in general, the wine industry was not embracing the multicultural consumer. He wanted to create a quality product inspired by his zest for life and travel that homed in on catering to the margin that had been overlooked, particularly when it came to ros. With a commitment to creating an authentic and exceptional St. Tropez ros, in the summer of 2019, La Fte du Ros - a brand that speaks to all demographics - was born. The name "La Fte" translates to "the ros party," one that everyone is invited. Since its debut, the company has donated a portion of the proceeds from every bottle sold programs such as All Abroad that send underserved & underrepresented youth on unique travel experiences. In June 2020, Burston announced the $2 of from every bottle sold via its website through August 2020 would be donated to organizations that fight every day for racial justice and create opportunities for people of color in the wine & spirits industry. A total of $25,000 was raised and donated to The Roots Fund and other foundations. Donae splits his time between Miami and Atlanta, where he lives with his fiance and their 3-year-old son, Noah. Follow Donae: https://www.instagram.com/thurstonburstoniii/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/lafeterose/?hl=en https://shop.lafeterose.com/collections/all Follow The Swirl Suite: Sarita @VineMeUp Tanisha @GirlMeetsGlass Leslie @Vino301 Glynis @Vino_Noire Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/SwirlSuite. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. | |||
| Alexandra Schrecengost of Culture With Us | 10 Nov 2021 | 00:49:16 | |
CEO of curated virtual events company VirtualWithUs&CultureWithUs,withmore than 15+ years of experience in wine, spirits and luxury hospitality communications.Alexandra is the Founder of Virtual With Us, curated virtual experiences and Culture With Us, the missing link between hybrid, remote and in-person employees with offerings for unique corporate gifting and bespoke hybrid experiences for corporations. A WSET level 3 certified wine professional and longtimefinewine and spiritscommunicationsspecialist,Alexlaunched Virtual With Us when she saw her husband and his colleagues' need for nurturing and building professional relationships.VirtualWithUsis the only virtual events business that's focused on high quality interactive experiences and ultimately relationship building in the workplace--for socialization and interactionwithcolleagues, so no one feels like they are in a silo. Giving voice to diversity and inclusion are at the center of Culture With Us, especially in thedigital medium which will be the backbone for vibrant workplaceculturesand inclusion in the future--whether it be hybrid virtual onboarding first day meet & greets, office tours, retreats/off-sites and corporate gifting. Alexandra is currently studying for the WSET Diploma, and holds a Masters of Public and Organizational Relations from Montclair State University. She serves on the beverage committee for The James Beard Foundation on and on the board of Self Help Africa.Alexlives in New Jerseywithher husband and their identical twin boys. Follow Alex and Culture with Us: https://www.instagram.com/alexschrec/?hl=en https://culturewithus.com/ Follow The Swirl Suite: Sarita @VineMeUp Tanisha @GirlMeetsGlass Leslie @Vino301 Glynis @Vino_Noire Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/SwirlSuite. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. | |||
| Arden & Margaux of Argaux | 03 Nov 2021 | 00:25:23 | |
Arden Montgomery and Margaux Reaume are the founders of Argaux, the all-women operated and owned online wine shop and educational platform. Argaux brings a modern, accessible approach to shopping for and learning about wines through experience-based kits and sommelier-guided tastings for everyone from beginners to more experienced wine connoisseurs.Arden and Margaux received their Level I and II certifications and launched Argaux in 2015. With a team of all-female, Certified and Advanced, Level III sommeliers and French Wine Scholars (through the Court of Master Sommeliers and The Wine + Spirits Education Trust), Argaux curates an ever-rotating selection of small production, family-owned, and responsibly farmed wines from around the world. https://argaux.com/ https://www.instagram.com/_argaux_/ Follow The Swirl Suite: Sarita @VineMeUp Tanisha @GirlMeetsGlass Leslie @Vino301 Glynis @Vino_Noire Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/SwirlSuite. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. | |||
| Amanda of Shitty Wine Memes | 28 Oct 2021 | 00:42:31 | |
Shitty Wine Memes is aFlorida-based brandthat brightens the day of an audience connected to wine. From those just starting out to deep into their wine career, theres something for everyone.Shitty Wine Memes merchandise is fashionable, fun, and a great gift for that wine nerd in your life! And $1 per pin sold is donated to The Roots Fund. Check out daily wine humor content onInstagram@shittywinememesand theonline shop! Follow The Swirl Suite: Sarita @VineMeUp Tanisha @GirlMeetsGlass Leslie @Vino301 Glynis @Vino_Noire Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/SwirlSuite. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. | |||
| Jeryl Cole of Off the Rox | 13 Oct 2021 | 00:51:51 | |
Jeryl Cole of@offtheroxjoins the Swirl Suite this week. Maryland natives, Jeryl & Ty Cole desired a high-end wine and beer shop so they built one in their own neighborhood on the East Side of#Baltimore. https://www.instagram.com/offtherox/?hl=en https://shop.offtheroxwine.com/ Collaboration Box www.vinemeupdc.com/shop-1/p/beadsnbutterbox Books and Bottles The Swirl Suite: Sarita @VineMeUp Tanisha @GirlMeetsGlass Leslie @Vino301 Glynis @Vino_Noire Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/SwirlSuite. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. | |||
| Michael Evans | 06 Oct 2021 | 00:23:22 | |
Michael Evans founded The Vines in 2005 in Mendoza, Argentina, which is now expanding to 12 regions around the world. There are currently 17 founding members of The Vines global membership club, in addition to 240 making wine in Mendoza. For background, fifteen years ago Michael went to Argentina from Los Angeles for what he thought would be a three-week vacation. He fell in love with the people and the place that is Mendoza and decided to embark on this adventure of creating Argentinas greatest wines. After a chance introduction to Pablo Gimenez Riili during that visit to Mendoza, Michael and Pablo began an endeavor together to provide the highest quality wine experience to Mendoza travelers and help those who love wine to make their own. The result was The Vines of Mendoza. With Pablo, Michael raised money from friends and family and purchased 650 acres of land in the Uco Valley, and created The Vines of Mendozas one-of-a-kind Private Vineyards. They've since sold vines to more than 185 owners from around the globe, and the property has expanded to 1,500 acres. http://www.vinesofmendoza.com/private_vineyard/en/index.html Collaboration Box https://www.vinemeupdc.com/shop-1/p/beadsnbutterbox Books and Bottles https://fb.watch/8tow8Qx-dE/ The Swirl Suite: Sarita @VineMeUp Tanisha @GirlMeetsGlass Leslie @Vino301 Glynis @Vino_Noire Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/SwirlSuite. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. | |||
| Monique Bell | 29 Sep 2021 | 00:56:40 | |
Monique Bell, professor of marketing at Fresno State, researches the intersections of business and culture. Her recent work has explored survey data of Black wine entrepreneurs in an industry lacking diversity. In fact, Black-owned wineries account for less than 1 percent of all U.S. wineries. The Terroir Noir: 2020 Study of Black Wine Entrepreneurs survey respondents answered multiple questions related to their motivations for wine entrepreneurship, experiences with racism and other challenges, perceptions of the wine industrys inclusion efforts, business strategies and practices, and the impacts of COVID-19. https://www.moniquebell.com/wine https://www.instagram.com/thewynebelle/?hl=en https://uncorkedandcultured.com/ The Swirl Suite: Sarita @VineMeUp Tanisha @GirlMeetsGlass Leslie @Vino301 Glynis @Vino_Noire Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/SwirlSuite. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. | |||
| Restaurateur Tamy Rofe | 22 Sep 2021 | 00:49:57 | |
Tamy Rofeis the sommelier, beverage director and partner of longstandingColonia Verdein Forte Green,Disco Tacosin Williamsburg andComparticatering in NYC. To share some background Tamy entered into the world of restaurants when she and her husband Felip Donnelly (burnt out from their decade-long advertising jobs) started hosting intimate, weekly supper clubs,Thursday at Worth Street,in their apartment in 2010. The supper club led to their first restaurantComodoin Soho in 2012, and their secondColonia Verdein 2014. Around the timeComodoopened, Tamybecame a certified sommelier (also just 6 months after giving birth to her first child). Now, Tamy oversees all wine selections for James Beard award-nominated Latin American restaurantColonia Verdein Fort Greene, the newly openedDisco Tacosin Williamsburg, and the duo's popular catering company, Comparti. As a sommelier, Tamy prioritizes approachable, fun and unexpected natural wines that draw in the community and create conversation. She is a firm believer in offering extensive selections of wines by the glass, so guests can easily explore new wines and have a bit of fun with their pairings. She'd be happy to speak to a number of topics, like why it's important to be mindful of how you speak about wine, not take your pairings too seriously, be open minded to new winemakers, and so much more. The Swirl Suite: Sarita @VineMeUp Tanisha @GirlMeetsGlass Leslie @Vino301 Glynis @Vino_Noire Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/SwirlSuite. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. | |||
| Restaurateur Aldo Z | 15 Sep 2021 | 00:46:07 | |
Born in Belgium but raised in both his homeland and Italy,AldoZaninotto spent much of his time growing up at his fathers Italianrestaurant in the heart of Brussels. It wasthere, that his love for the restaurant industry took off.After graduating with honors from one of the top hospitality schools in Europe,CERIA, Zaninotto hadthe opportunity to learn and work in some of the best restaurants in Brussels.In 1988, he landed inNew York City where he continued to expand his resumeworking in some of thebest fine dining spots in the city like San Domenico and Le Perigord. From New York he moved toLos Angeles, holding various positions in fine dining restaurants includingLOrangerie, La Toque, Fleur de Vin,Celestino and Patina. Later, Zaninottosettledin Chicago after accepting the general manager position of Carlucci, aLincoln Parkinstitution at the time. In 1994, he opened Savarin in River North with legendary ChefJohn Hogan, and then DitkasRestaurant in 1995 before deciding to focus on another side of the business thatis very near and dear to his heart: wine. For the next 12 years Zaninotto travelled throughout America and Europe, building relationships within the worlds winemaking elite. Eventually, he became the import manager for many of Italys famed wineries and helped bring these labels to restaurants and stores throughout the states and Canada.After working as a full-time wine seller and representingsome of the best wineries fromPiemonte, Zaninotto wanted to bring his love of this particular region of Italy to the Logan Square community. In 2014 he opened his first restaurant, Osteria Langhe, a cozy, wine-focused eatery dedicated entirely to the traditions and flavors of Piemonte.After six successful years and garnering several noteworthy accolades for Osteria Langheas one of best Italian restaurants in Chicago as well as the US, Zaninotto wanted to introduce his love for another part of Italy, theneighborhood of Testaccio in Rome, and opened his second restaurant of the same name in 2020. Testaccio, also located in Logan Square, is a lively and welcoming dining spot and wine bar showcasing authentic Roman dishes and Italian staples in a casual setting. Zaninotto also acts as wine director for both restaurants, bringing only the highest quality and value-driven wines to his establishments. Aldo's Restaurants: https://www.osterialanghe.com/https://www.testacciochicago.com/ Follow The Swirl Suite: Sarita @VineMeUp Tanisha @GirlMeetsGlass Leslie @Vino301 Glynis @Vino_NoireSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/SwirlSuite. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. | |||
| Antonio Galloni | 26 Aug 2021 | 00:57:11 | |
Antonio Galloni, born in Caracas/Venezuela, studied in the USA and went to Italy at the turn of the millennium, where he published the first English-language magazine on Italian wine: the Piedmont Report. In a short time he earned a high respect at Italian wineries. He held tailor-made seminars and events, including the highly acclaimed "Festa del Barolo". So he cameRobert Parkerto his attention and made him his Italy specialist and until 2013 even editor-in-chief of "The Wine Advocate". Since May 2013, after his resignation as editor-in-chief, Galloni's wine ratings have been published under his trademark "Vinous" on the Internet, where he can find a "modern-day wine platform" in which the readers are involved in the communication. AlsoAntonio Galloniuses the 100-point system. Follow Antonio: https://www.instagram.com/antoniogalloni/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/vinousmedia/?hl=en Sarita's Activity Book: Follow The Swirl Suite: Sarita @VineMeUp Tanisha @GirlMeetsGlass Leslie @Vino301 Glynis @Vino_Noire Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/SwirlSuite. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. | |||
| Hedon State | 06 Jun 2024 | 00:52:26 | |
Founded in 2019, Hedon State Wine emerged as an innovative wine experience and education company. Michael and Levi set out to educate and empower the exploration of wine in fun and approachable ways through full sensory experiences. Their journey has been defined by our mission to educate the masses about wine, its cultural underpinnings, and create spaces for all to enjoy and engage. https://www.instagram.com/hedonstate https://www.hedonstate.com/ Sarita @VineMeUp | |||
| Maiah Johnson Dunn | 18 Aug 2021 | 00:49:48 | |
Maiah Johnson Dunn is an accidental activist based in Upstate New York. She is the founder and host of Chasing Grapeness, a wine pairing dinner series focused on diversity, equity and inclusion in the wine industry. Alongside highlighting DEI, Maiah believes in telling heart-forward stories through her writing, speaking, and consulting, which she can now proudly call her full-time job. The Boston native recently made Rochester her home, where she lives with her husband, dog, and two cats. Follow Maiah: https://www.instagram.com/thisismaiah/?hl=en https://www.maiah.com/ Sarita's Activity Book: Follow The Swirl Suite: Sarita @VineMeUp Tanisha @GirlMeetsGlass Leslie @Vino301 Glynis @Vino_Noire Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/SwirlSuite. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. | |||
| Fetzer Gewurztraminer | 11 Aug 2021 | 00:32:50 | |
When it comes to the wine aisle,Fetzerdelivers delicious, quality wines that lead with an uncommon conscience, meeting the groundswell of demand for sustainable brands. Its also widely available in 50 states at your neighborhood supermarket or wine shop for under $10. Fetzerhas only NOW (after 50+ years!) started talking about their sustainability efforts with afresh new packagethat actually tells consumers about their accomplishments on the bottle:
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| Sparkling, The Story of Champagne | 10 Aug 2021 | 00:38:01 | |
Tanisha and I were able to view the upcoming documentary,SPARKLING: THE STORY OF CHAMPAGNE.Directed by Frank Mannion and featuring Vitalie Taittinger, Bruno Paillard, Stephen Fry, and Sir Nicholas Soames,SPARKLING: THE STORY OF CHAMPAGNEwill be available in select theaters and on demand on August 13th. The film is a love letter to the joys and pleasures of champagne. Major champagne houses featured include Pol Roger (Winston Churchill famously drank over 40,000 bottles in his lifetime), Bollinger (appearing in 15 James Bond movies), as well as Piper-Heidsieck (Marilyn Monroe's favourite), Taittinger, JAY-Zs Armand de Brignac, Cristal, Veuve Clicquot and Queen Elizabeth II's vineyard at Windsor. It explores the legend of the French monk, Dom Perignon, who famously declared "I can taste the stars" when he discovered champagne, and examines the theory that the English actually invented champagne decades before Dom Perignon. It also looks at the impact of climate change. The champagne region is gradually becoming too hot leading to the likes of Pommery and Taittinger acquiring vineyards in southern England where the chalk soil is the same as the champagne region. The film was shot on location in France, England, New York and LA. Follow The Swirl Suite: Sarita @VineMeUp Tanisha @GirlMeetsGlass Leslie @Vino301 Glynis @Vino_Noire Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/SwirlSuite. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. | |||
| FLX Recap | 04 Aug 2021 | 00:44:25 | |
This week on the Swirl Suite, we recap our experience at the FLXcursion at Lake Geneva. Glynis and I sat on a panel titled "A Seat at the Table" and Leslie sat on the "Terrior and the Age of the Internet" panel. This was our first conference pst COVID and we have a lot to share. Sarita's Activity Book: Follow The Swirl Suite: Sarita @VineMeUp Tanisha @GirlMeetsGlass Leslie @Vino301 Glynis @Vino_Noire Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/SwirlSuite. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. | |||
| Nicole of Vintnoir | 14 Jul 2021 | 00:51:24 | |
Nicole is a wine enthusiast and alumni of the Napa Valley Wine Academy. Blessed to be a Bay Area native and true California girl, she cannot imagine a better place to have as her foundation.Also, it's pretty amazing having a world renowned wine region minutes within reach. In 2018 she began to seriously consider her dream of pursuing a career in wine. Several classes and certifications later landed her here. "VINTNOIR was born out of enthusiasm and love for wine, especially adesire to celebratediversity of vintners withall wine consumers. What I love about wine is that itbrings peopletogether. And in the spirit of inclusion I want to create a community sharing all things wine. Approaching wine can be intimidating, but it doesn't have to be. My goal is to build confidence through knowledge of wine basics and have some fun with wine reviews.I look forward to sharing the journey of learning with youin the enjoyment ofwine. Cheers!" Nicole, founder of Vintnoir Follow Nicole: https://www.instagram.com/vintnoir/?hl=en Sarita's Activity Book: https://www.vinemeupdc.com/the-book Follow The Swirl Suite: Sarita @VineMeUp Tanisha @GirlMeetsGlass Leslie @Vino301 Glynis @Vino_Noire Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/SwirlSuite. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. | |||
| Thatcher Baker-Briggs | 30 Jun 2021 | 01:09:00 | |
Thatcher Baker-Briggs has dealt with more revered wines in his young career than most industry types do in a lifetime. Born in a small city in Canada, Thatcher knew from the age of 10 that restaurants were going to be his passion. His professional trajectory boasts key positions in kitchens and dining rooms of some of the most influential restaurants in the world including then three-Michelin starred Saison under Chef Joshua Skenes (2014-2017), the highly regarded Takazawa in Tokyo, and at two-Michelin starred COI in San Francisco. After working with the leadership team to oversee the opening of ANGLER in San Francisco, Thatcher sought to continue the ethos which had been instilled in him for many years; Comfort, and founded Thatcher's Wine Consulting in 2019. Based in the United States, Switzerland and Asia, Thatchers clients are leaders in a wide range of industries including technology, publishing, finance and politics. Thatcher has been featured in Eater, Esquire, The Manual. Follow Thatcher: https://www.instagram.com/thatcherbakerbriggs https://thatcherswineconsulting.com/ Follow The Swirl Suite: Sarita @VineMeUp Tanisha @GirlMeetsGlass Leslie @Vino301 Lip Bar Discount Code: Swirl Suite thelipbar.com/pages/_go_?ref=444tm_medium=Homepage Glynis @Vino_Noire Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/SwirlSuite. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. | |||
| Rosé Throwback | 12 Jun 2021 | 00:57:35 | |
Its National Ros Day! Enjoy this 2016 episode, where we dive into different styles of ros, producers and trends. You can also watch this full episode on our YouTube channel. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/SwirlSuite. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. | |||
| COVID Convo w Dr. Nadeen White | 27 May 2021 | 01:18:49 | |
Dr. Nadeen White is a "Travel Blogger by Day, Physician by Night". She has over 20 years of experience practicing medicine & over 8 years of experience as a travel content creator. Her award-winning travel blog-The Sophisticated Life-covers affordable luxury travel, food & wine as well as health and medical topics related to travel. Nadeen is an O, The Oprah Magazine Brand Ambassador, a Board Member of the Black Travel Alliance & holds a WSET Level 2 wine certification. In addition, Dr. Nadeen White has appeared on CNN, is a sought-after speaker, and an Amazon bestselling author for her series of travel E-Books. Follow Dr Nadeen: https://www.instagram.com/thesophislife/ https://thesophisticatedlife.com/ https://twitter.com/thesophislife Follow The Swirl Suite: Sarita @VineMeUp Tanisha @GirlMeetsGlass Leslie @Vino301 Lip Bar Discount Code: Swirl Suite thelipbar.com/pages/_go_?ref=444tm_medium=Homepage Glynis @Vino_Noire Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/SwirlSuite. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. | |||
| Hispanics In Wine | 12 May 2021 | 00:53:34 | |
Cofounders Maria Calvert and Lydia Richards met while working in wine public relations at Colangelo & Partners, a well-known agency with offices in New York and California. Calvert, a native of Quito, Ecuador, is currently working as an independent Public Relations Consultant with a focus on startup and established brands in wine and food, while Richards, who hails from Panama, recently started a job as PR Manager at Taub Family Companies: Palm Bay International and Taub Family Selections. At this time Hispanics in Wine has more than 30 members and is prepared to grow as word spreads within the wine and hospitality industries. Hispanics in Wine aims to encourage and connect people from diverse backgrounds to pursue their career path in the industry through the organization. It also intends to help wine brands and companies cater to the Latinx population in the U.S., whose buying power is forecasted to top $1.9 trillion by 2023. Follow Hispanics In Wine: https://www.instagram.com/hispanicsinwine/ https://www.instagram.com/vinoconcierge/ https://www.instagram.com/mariarcalvert/ Follow The Swirl Suite: Sarita @VineMeUp Tanisha @GirlMeetsGlass Leslie @Vino301 Lip Bar Discount Code: Swirl Suite thelipbar.com/pages/_go_?ref=444tm_medium=Homepage Glynis @Vino_Noire Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/SwirlSuite. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. | |||
| Janelle of Burger & Wines | 05 May 2021 | 01:02:51 | |
An obsession with stories took Janelle from the corner of her grandmothers couch, buried in a book to newspaper staffs around the country. After graduating from Hampton University in 2004, Janelle covered local government in Chillicothe, Ohio, Shreveport, La. and Roanoke, Va. Eventually Janelle discovered wine and began pairing local food with whatever she was sipping on. In 2021, the#BlackWinestoryMonthIG Tour, where 28 black wine professionals told their origin story that led them to wine. Follow Janelle: https://www.instagram.com/burgerandwines/ Follow The Swirl Suite: Sarita @VineMeUp Tanisha @GirlMeetsGlass Leslie @Vino301 Glynis @Vino_Noire Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/SwirlSuite. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. | |||
| Bridget Albert | 23 May 2024 | 00:39:03 | |
Bridget is an advocate for upbeat education that makes an impact. She has designed beverage programs and produced trainings for top national Accounts that include the Disney, Delta Airlines, American Airlines and Crystal Cruise Line.Bridget is the co-author of Market Fresh Mixology and Life, Love Happiness and Cocktails. She has been a contributor to 10 cocktail and beverage industry books written by various celebrated authors including Tony Abou-Ganim, Kim Haasarud, NY Times writer Robert Simonson and many more. Bridget has worked with top media talent including but limited to Oprah Winfrey, Guy Fieri and Kathy Lee Gifford. She has won numerous awards and honorable mentions for her work in the beverage world. This includes 1st place at the Tale of the Cocktail Bar Chef Competition, Chicago TribuneGood Eats Award and the coveted No Kid Hungry s Share Our Strength Sustaining a Community award. She has repeatedly been nominated for the Tales of the Cocktail Spirit Awards top 10 beverage mentor in the world as recently as 2023. She has had the pleasure of hosting charity beverage events for a variety of companies, including the Bellagio, Locks of Love, Sky Blue, Cocktail for a Cure, Make a Wish Foundation, Hadassah, Taste of the Nation, Habitat for Humanity and New Leaders for New Schools. Bridget is the Founder of the National Charity Foundation of the United States Bartenders' Guild, the world's largest contributor to the cocktail culture. Currently she holds the position as SGWS Sr. Director, External Communications. Bridget is the Founder of the Academy of Spirits and Fine Service IL, KY & MN a program forbartenders that covers the history of all spirits and pre-prohibition cocktails, and the Advanced Mixology Culinary Academy. She has been repeatably featured in the White House Historical Happy Hour series. She was the first featured female Mixologist on the Food Networks Iron Chef America Battle Mango. Bridget is the co-hostess on the celebrated Served Up the Podcast.https://www.southernglazers.com/newsroom/served-up SwirlSuite@gmail.comSwirlSuite.com Sarita @VineMeUp | |||
| California Sparklers | 29 Apr 2021 | 01:01:44 | |
This week on the Swirl Suite, we catch up and taste through 2 California sparkling wines. Decoy https://www.decoywines.com/product/decoy-brut-cuvee-sparkling-wine-release20 Sea Smoke https://www.seasmoke.com/#wines Follow The Swirl Suite: SwirlSuite@gmail.com Sarita @VineMeUp Tanisha @GirlMeetsGlass Leslie @Vino301 Glynis @Vino_Noire Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/SwirlSuite. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. | |||
| Derrick C. Westbrook | 21 Apr 2021 | 00:56:43 | |
Before turning 30, Westbrook became the Cellar Manager of Alinea Groups NEXT restaurant, and the Beverage Director of the Michelin-starred, Elizabeth restaurant in Chicago. The sommelier was later recognized for his professional contributions by Wine Enthusiast magazine as a 40 Under 40 Tastemaker, becoming the first African-American in the wine industry to grace the publications cover. Today, Westbrook continues to break barriers in the wine industry while bridging the gap between spirits and culture, through curated dinners and experiential wine tastings. His signature event series, Samples & Samples pairs select wines with music from various genres, creating a unique, sensory experience for attendees. Westbrook has toured nationally, bringing Samples & Samples to City Winery locations across the U.S. with multiple sold out shows. Westbrook has also hosted private events for major brands and corporations, including a fragrance and wine pairing for Chanel, and a custom Samples & Samples experience for Hilton with critically acclaimed musician Sharon Van Etten. In an effort to combat the lack of diversity in the wine industry, he shared his story at Twitters Many Shades of Wine panel event in New York. Follow Derrick: https://www.instagram.com/derrickcwestbrook/ https://www.derrickcwestbrook.com/ Emeritus Winery https://www.emeritusvineyards.com/ Follow The Swirl Suite: Sarita @VineMeUp Tanisha @GirlMeetsGlass Leslie @Vino301 Glynis @Vino_Noire Lip Bar Discount Code: Swirl Suite thelipbar.com/pages/_go_?ref=444tm_medium=Homepage Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/SwirlSuite. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. | |||
| Allison Wilson of Cliff Lede Vineyards | 31 Mar 2021 | 00:42:09 | |
As Director of Vineyard Operations at Napa Valley-based Cliff Lede Vineyards, Allison Wilson is responsible for overseeing all farming and redevelopment of the winerys three estate vineyards in the Stags Leap District, Carneros, and Calistoga AVAs. She works closely with the internal winemaking team to develop and implement the vineyard departments farming protocols, while also managing all of Cliff Lede Vineyards external grower relations. A native of Contra Costa County, California, Allisons introduction to grape growing was through harvest celebrations and weekend visits to her great uncles nearby Livermore Valley vineyard, cementing her interest in agriculture from a young age. After graduating California Polytechnic University as a Fruit Science major in 2012, Allison jump-started her career in Napa as assistant viticulturist at Renteria Vineyard Management, where she eventually worked her way up to become viticulturist in 2014. Eager to cultivate her career, owner Oscar Renteria encouraged Allison to join the Napa Valley Grapegrowers Association to deepen her ties within Napa Valley. This opportunity with the Grapegrowers ultimately led her to meet the team at Cliff Lede Vineyards. In January of 2015, Allison was hired as viticulturist and, in 2018, she became director of vineyard operations. Allison is still involved with the Napa Valley Grapegrowers and is currently the chair of the Marketing and Communications Committee. Additionally, Allison serves on the Cultural Practices Industry Review Committee for the American Vineyard Foundation and is a California Licensed Pest Control Advisor. In her free time, Allison enjoys spending time with her dog and teaching yoga. Follow Cliff Lede Vineyards: https://www.instagram.com/cliffledevineyards/ https://cliffledevineyards.com/ Follow The Swirl Suite: Sarita @VineMeUp Tanisha @GirlMeetsGlass Leslie @Vino301 Glynis @Vino_Noire Lip Bar Discount Code: Swirl Suite thelipbar.com/pages/_go_?ref=444tm_medium=Homepage Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/SwirlSuite. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. | |||
| Chef Lauren Cummings | 24 Mar 2021 | 00:27:42 | |
Lauren Cummings began working in restaurants in the Washington, DC area at age 14. She was thrilled to meet Chef Rachael Ray during her senior year of high school, then to meet Chef Emeril Lagasse just after graduation. After earning her BA from The University of Maryland, College Park, Lauren moved to Lima, Peru, where she learned Spanish and worked as a bartender. Lauren returned to the USA to serve in social services; but soon realized her passion was still in the kitchen. In 2017 she began working with several personal chefs and top caterers in the Washington, DC area while studying Culinary Arts and Management at The Art Institute of Washington. As a first year student, Lauren won the inauguralArt InstituteGrand Chef Challenge, aChopped-style competition. Lauren launched the Fiddlehead Chef in April 2018. Since then she has been privileged to:
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| Peter Molnar of Obsidian Wine | 17 Mar 2021 | 00:46:23 | |
Peter began his adventures in wine as a teenager, suckering and tying vines and driving irrigation tractors during summers in the vineyard where his father grew grapes for Napa Valley wineries. He moved to Budapest, Hungary in 1990, working in the World Bank and USAID programs to privatize the countrys wine industry after the fall of communism. In the four years before returning home to manage the family vineyard in 1994, Peter helped build a winery, started a ngociant company, and began collaborating with Kdr Hungary, a cooperage located in the renowned Tokaj region, that the Molnars now own, in partnership with the de Pracomtal family of Taransaud Cooperage, in Cognac. In 1995, the Molnars teamed up with winemaker Michael Terrien to vinify their first Pinot Noir from Poseidon Vineyard, aged in Kdr barrels. They discovered an abandoned walnut orchard on the volcanic slopes of the high Mayacamas Mountains of Lake County, California in 1998; an ideal site, they believed, to grow mountain fruit. After planting in 1999 and 2000, they debuted their first Obsidian Ridge Cabernet Sauvignon in 2002 and their first Poseidon Vineyard Chardonnay the following year. When not in the vineyards or at the cooperage, Peter travels to winemaking regions around the world to collaborate with barrel customers. A lifelong sailor and open water swimmer, Peter is also a licensed Merchant Marine Captain and Master who applies his skills and experience to support and fund marine conservation, working with San Francisco Baykeeper, Point Blues Farallon Patrol, and the University of Florida Whitney Laboratory for Marine Bioscience. He resides in Berkeley with his wife, Jess, 15-year-old twins, Eszter and Gabriel, and dog, Jericho. https://www.obsidianwineco.com/ https://www.instagram.com/obsidianwineco/ Lip Bar Discount Code: Swirl Suite thelipbar.com/pages/_go_?ref=444tm_medium=Homepage Follow The Swirl Suite: Sarita @VineMeUp Tanisha @GirlMeetsGlass Leslie @Vino301 Glynis @Vino_Noire Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/SwirlSuite. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. | |||
| Mermosa Wines w Desiree Noisette | 10 Mar 2021 | 00:44:34 | |
Some might call Desiree Noisette a renaissance woman; others may refer to her as a real-life mermaid. Both are true. As the founder of Mermosa Wines, Floridas first Black woman-owned wine company, she brings a unique blend of intelligence and creativity with a splash of mystery and magic to the brand. Desiree has always had a sharp mind for business and finance, so she pursued an undergraduate degree in accounting from University of Florida. She went on to study law at University of North Carolina and began her career as an attorney at a large commercial litigation firm in Tampa. Desiree loved the intellectual aspect of law, but after practicing law for several years, she decided she didnt want to argue or think about arguing for a living. Instead, Desiree wanted to do something that made people, especially women, feel good about themselves. That dream became a reality in 2012, when she opened Cerulean Blu, a swim and resort wear boutique in St. Petersburg, Fla. While running her shop, she began creating her own resortwear designs that were sold to retailers across the country. Cerulean Blu had a loyal following of clientele who frequented the shop for its unique, flattering designs and personalized service that included a glass of wine. She enjoyed serving various wines in her boutique, but Desiree wanted a very specific flavor profile that she discovered wasnt on the market. In 2017, Desirees entrepreneurial spirit and determination led her to create Mermosa Wines, a brand that honors her family legacy of sirens and celebrates everyones inner mermaid. The brand welcomes everyone to the party at the beach, on a boat, having brunch or getting together with friends and family. For more information, visit Mermosa.com. Vote for Swirl Suite! tastingdark.com/taste-awardsvieweoice-2021-voting/ Lip Bar Discount Code: Swirl Suite thelipbar.com/pages/_go_?ref=444tm_medium=Homepage Amazon Music Follow The Swirl Suite: Sarita @VineMeUp Tanisha @GirlMeetsGlass Leslie @Vino301 Glynis @Vino_Noire Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/SwirlSuite. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. | |||
| Margo Gabriel | 03 Mar 2021 | 01:21:40 | |
Margo Gabriel is a freelance writer from Boston, MA and is based in Lisbon, Portugal. Her writing has been published in Boston Art Review, Cuisine Noir, Edible Boston, Popsugar and Solstice Literary Magazine. Follow Margo: https://www.instagram.com/margoscreativelife/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h9lJ6OSitzY&feature=youtu.be Vote for Swirl Suite! tastingdark.com/taste-awardsvieweoice-2021-voting/ Lip Bar Discount Code: Swirl Suite thelipbar.com/pages/_go_?ref=444tm_medium=Homepage Amazon Music Follow The Swirl Suite: Sarita @VineMeUp Tanisha @GirlMeetsGlass Leslie @Vino301 Glynis @Vino_Noire Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/SwirlSuite. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. | |||
| Dame Tonya Pitts | 24 Feb 2021 | 01:34:26 | |
An industry changemaker and compassionate role model, Tonya Pitts is known globally as a multi-talented wine professional who catapults wineries, winemakers and brands into the mainstream. Equally important, she is a leader who champions diversity and inclusion in the hospitality, food and beverage industries. Tonya is a certified sommelier through the Court of Master Sommeliers and a member of Les Dames dEscoffier International, a by-invitation philanthropic organization of women leaders in the fields of food, fine beverage and hospitality. Her extensive careerwhich has been shaped primarily by women chefs and restaurant ownersspans multiple fine-dining establishments in San Francisco. Since 2012, her award-winning wine programs have received Best of Award of Excellence from Wine Spectator, which recognizes the breadth and depth of her 600-selection list along with her superior wine knowledge and presentation skills. Follow Tonya: https://www.instagram.com/noirsommelier/ https://twitter.com/noirsommelier Vote for Swirl Suite! http://tastingdark.com/taste-awardsviewers-choice-2021-voting/ Lip Bar Discount Code: Swirl Suite Amazon Music Follow The Swirl Suite: Sarita @VineMeUp Tanisha @GirlMeetsGlass Leslie @Vino301 Glynis @Vino_Noire Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/SwirlSuite. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. | |||
| Wine Kodjo | 17 Feb 2021 | 01:04:37 | |
Kodjo is a Certified Italian Wine Professional and Vinitaly International Academy Italian Wine Ambassador. He is the first person of African descent to qualify as an Italian Wine Ambassador. Kodjo is the founder and sommelier at Africa Wine Club which seeks to bring club members together to explore wine, food, culture, and business across the continent of Africa. Kodjo has also led travel groups to explore the joys of Italian food and wine on guided tours in places like Milan, Bologna, Umbria, Venice, Verona, and the Valpollicela. Kodjo holds an MBA from the Yale School of Management, an MS degree in Financial Mathematics from the University of Chicago, and BS in Physics from Hampton University. Follow Kodjo: https://www.instagram.com/winekodjo/ Follow The Swirl Suite: Sarita @VineMeUp Tanisha @GirlMeetsGlass Leslie @Vino301 Glynis @Vino_Noire Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/SwirlSuite. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. | |||
| Chef and Wine Girl | 09 Feb 2021 | 00:44:11 | |
On this episode of the Swirl Suite, I talk with power couple, Brenae Royal & Chef Joseph L. Paire III. A dating app brought them together and the rest is a black Hallmark ending. They started a YouTube channel, Chef and Wine Girl to share their connection. These 2 will upgrade your life with fun and educational food and wine pairings. Follow: https://www.instagram.com/chefandwinegirl/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lyF-EFR6pSM&feature=youtu.be Follow The Swirl Suite: Sarita @VineMeUp Tanisha @GirlMeetsGlass Leslie @Vino301 Glynis @Vino_Noire Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/SwirlSuite. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. | |||
| Liquid Intrusion Brewing Company | 17 May 2024 | 00:56:31 | |
Andrew and Jasmine are co-owners and co-founders of Liquid Intrusion Brewing Company. We are a fast-growing Husband and Wife operation and Prince Georges Countys First Black-Owned Brewery. Craft beer ownership by African Americans only accounts for less than 1% across the country, only about 120 breweries. For other African Americans to understand what it means to be Black in craft beer, we must also take that time to educate and discuss its origins and to break the stigma of the negativity and poor quality of what is marketed towards us. Jasmine is also fortunate to be 1 of 12 African American women nationwide to own a brewery. We want to do our part in one of the most affluent and predominantly African American counties to help move the needle for a more diverse representation in the craft beer sector across the country and the world. With this mindset, no matter your background, MAY THE LIQUID ALWAYS PREVAIL! SwirlSuite@gmail.com SwirlSuite.com Sarita @VineMeUp | |||
| Wine & Politics w Bri | 03 Feb 2021 | 01:30:19 | |
On this episode of the Swirl Suite, we discuss tariffs, lobbying and wine with friend fo the podcast, Brionna Jimmerson. Follow Bri: https://www.instagram.com/bribookspod/ https://www.instagram.com/brionnajay/ Follow The Swirl Suite: Sarita @VineMeUp Tanisha @GirlMeetsGlass Leslie @Vino301 Glynis @Vino_Noire Articles discussed: https://www.wsj.com/articles/wave-of-black-politicians-takes-office-in-brazil-11609529832 https://www.wine-business-international.com/wine/analysis/mixing-wine-and-politics http://famousdrinkers.com/occupation/politicians/ https://www.foodandwine.com/news/wine-tariffs-take-effect Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/SwirlSuite. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. | |||
| Food & Family w Sabrina | 27 Jan 2021 | 01:16:55 | |
Sabrina Ransom is a professionally trained chef that enjoys teaching others how to expand their palate and make great food with accessibleingredients. As a small business owner she hand blends spices and produces small batch artisansauces to help others accomplish the goal. You can find food inspiration, recipes and shoppable items on her websitemyforkintheroad.com Follow Sabrina: https://www.instagram.com/myfork_intheroad/ https://www.myforkintheroad.com/ Follow The Swirl Suite: Sarita @VineMeUp Tanisha @GirlMeetsGlass Leslie @Vino301 Glynis @Vino_Noire Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/SwirlSuite. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. | |||
| Shakera Jones | 18 Jan 2021 | 01:12:49 | |
Shakera Jones ofBlackGirlsDineTooa lifestyle brand, blog, and social media spaceserves as a guide to the wonderful world of high-end food and wine; a need she identified from her own experiences exploring her passion for food, wine, and culture in this space. Shakera hosts bi-weekly virtual tastings, exploring grape varietals, production, and regions to broaden the palates of her followers through her welcoming teaching style and warm personality. A tech professional by day and wine student by night, she is currently studying to obtain certification through the Court of Master Sommeliers and Spanish Wine Scholar program with the Wine Scholar Guild. An aspiring wine journalist she has written pieces forSevenFiftyDailyand is one of the new cast membersofSommTV. Shakera thrives on bringing people together. In her role, Shakera will plan virtual BWP community events and when the world eventually opens up, in person BWP events. You can find her on all social media at @blackgirlsdinetoo. Follow Shakera https://www.instagram.com/blackgirlsdinetoo/ Follow The Swirl Suite: Sarita @VineMeUp Tanisha @GirlMeetsGlass Leslie @Vino301 Glynis @Vino_Noire Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/SwirlSuite. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. | |||