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1 May 2024
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24 & 25 March 2025
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22 April 2025
Archive for Interviews
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Interviews
In Conversation with Erik Simonics, Group Head Sommelier at The Birley Clubs.
Erik Simonics, Group Head Sommelier at The Birley Clubs (Annabel’s | Mark’s Club | George | Harry’s Bar | Bath & Racquets Club), talks about his methods to increase wine sales and profits and discusses his personal career goals.
Interviews
Will Hill, Group Wine Buyer and Educator for The Humble Grape On Sustainability
"I love that the world seems to be moving towards sustainability" Will Hill, Group Wine Buyer and Educator for The Humble Grape On Sustainability
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Knowledge is Key, Says Lucas Merta, Assistant Head Sommelier at The Connaught
Lucas Merta, Assistant Head Sommelier at The Connaught, talks about his role as a Sommelier and shares some methods to grow wine sales.
Interviews
It's Not About You. It's About The Guest.- Says Philipp
Philipp Reinstaller, Head Sommelier at Trivet Restaurant, shares insights on elevating the guest experience and methods he uses to grow wine sales.
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Having a Good Relationship With Your Suppliers is Crucial. Says, Anastasios
In the interview below, Anastasios Karakasis, Head Sommelier at Marcus Belgravia
Interviews
Following Your Heart is a Noble Feeling But Can be Dangerous If Not Balanced. Says Pietro
In the interview below, Pietro G. Zona, Sommelier at Dinner By Heston Blumenthal, discusses about what he looks for in a new brand before taking it to his restaurant and shares with us what he finds the best part about his job.
Interviews
Meet Federica Zanghirella, The Vice President at UK Sommelier Association.
Federica Zanghirella talks about her experience working in the wine industry, she also shares some insights on training new staff members, methods to grow profits, and elevating the guest experience.
Interviews
Know Your Winemakers: Jabier Marquinez Villarreal, Freelance Consultant in different wineries, Spain
The author of the book, “Wine in the Bible”, shares the expertise he gained in the winemaking industry since 1990.
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Skills needed to be a Good Sommelier with Ronan Sayburn
What does it take to be a Good Sommelier? Here are some quick points shared by Ronan Sayburn in conversation with Sid Patel CEO of Beverage Trade Network.