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What It’s Like To Be a Pregnant Bartender

Imbibe Magazine

Pregnant and postpartum employees describe changing jobs in order to secure healthcare, taking on side gigs during partially compensated parental leaves, and answering texts about shift schedules from hospital beds upon giving birth. Linda Nivar Linda Nivar, a New York City bar manager and hospitality consultant, echoes these sentiments.

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Where to Drink in Indianapolis

Imbibe Magazine

Our aim has always been to offer a program that hospitality colleagues can have fun with on either side of the bar,” says Julian Leal, marketing director for Ambrosia Hospitality Group, which opened the space in 2020. Left to right: Sommelier Josh Mazanowski at Beholder.

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Women in Beverage: Natalie Tapken

Cheers

Natalie Tapken is the lead sommelier and beverage director at Bluepoint Hospitality Group in Easton, MD. How did you get into the beverage alcohol business? The chef and philanthropist Jos Andres took me under his wing and shared amazing and unique knowledge of food, wine and hospitality.

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We Asked 7 Sommeliers: What’s the Most Overrated Red Wine?

VinePair

We asked seven sommeliers to find out which red wines, from the classic to the culty, get more buzz than they deserve. The tannins and alcohol are commonly unbalanced, leaving heat on the nose and bitterness on the palate. You’re not alone — wine professionals know this feeling, too. appeared first on VinePair.

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We Asked 20 Sommeliers: What’s Your Go-To Summer Wine?

VinePair

Seeking guidance and inspiration from the experts, we asked sommeliers for the go-to wines they turn to when the heat is on. Evelyn Goreshnik, wine director, Last Word Hospitality , L.A. Sebastian Zutant, sommelier and co-founder, Primrose , Washington, D.C. “I Anything viciously crisp and dry. The wine is simply delicious!”

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Selecting the Best in Alcobev, Hospitality & Travel Retail

Spiritz

The categories they were tasked with adjudicating ranged from individual excellence to corporate leadership, product debuts, and standout performances in the hospitality, travel retail and alcoholic beverage industries. Hospitality Industry Categories In the hospitality segment, the categories were equally prestigious.

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We Asked 11 Bartenders: What’s Your Most Controversial Cocktail Take?

VinePair

With that in mind, check out 11 bartenders’ most controversial cocktail takes below, from the uselessness of jiggers to the importance of non-alcoholic drinks. At Sanjh, we value both technique and hospitality. ” —Daniel Beedle, certified sommelier and director of operations, Kimpton The Forum Hotel , Charlottesville, Va.