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Ask A Bartender: Clarke Anderson on Mixing with Matcha, Turmeric and Tepache

Chilled Magazine

Being raised in a family that valued food and wine, Clarke Anderson’s interest in food science and culinary arts was sparked early on. Clarke’s career began as a sommelier at Fogo de Chao in Atlanta, and he later joined Ford Fry’s team, helping open no. I had never felt such a strong connection between people and their agriculture.

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We Ask Kiki Austin About Working as a Sake Sommelier at Mujō in Atlanta

Chilled Magazine

Kiki Austin, a Sake Sommelier at Mujō in Atlanta, has crafted a unique niche in the beverage industry. Her journey into sake began while working in wine retail during the pandemic. Austin loves its versatility and how it originates solely from Japan, setting it apart from wine.

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What It’s Like To Be a Pregnant Bartender

Imbibe Magazine

I was really worried about what all these men would think if I came over to their table with a big belly and a bottle of wine. I had never seen a pregnant sommelier, James remembers. I was really worried about what all these men would think if I came over to their table with a big belly and a bottle of wine.

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5 to Try: American-Made Sake

Imbibe Magazine

35, tippsysake.com Den, Yamada Nishiki, Red Label Junmai Ginjo Yoshihiro Sako was a longtime bartender and sake sommelier. This Junmai Ginjo Nama is rich and velvety in texture, and is best enjoyed from a wine glass to capture the apple, citrus, and rice aromas, Sullivan says. 28, propersake.co

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Day Trip: Ren Peir and trent, BABE Wine Bar

Imbibe Magazine

In 2024, Ren Peir and trent (who goes by a single uncapitalized name) co-founded BABE , a series of wine-fueled pop-ups raising money for the brick-and-mortar queer wine bar of their dreams. In this time, its so important to have places where we can gather and lean on each other, adds Peir, who works as a sommelier in her day job.

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Where to Drink in Indianapolis

Imbibe Magazine

Opened in 2016 in Fountain Square, Square Cat has since been named one of the best record stores in the country by Vinyl Me, Please magazine. In 2018, he partnered with sommelier Josh Mazanowski to open Beholder, which has since seen multiple James Beard Award nominations for both its food and the wine program.

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Inside Junebug: New Orleans’ Bold New Bar, Kitchen & Vinyl-Fueled Vibe

Chilled Magazine

The wine list is approachable, sustainable, and curated with food pairings in mind. Named a Food & WineSommelier of the Year” and Imbibes Beer Person of the Year, Engert is also the founder of Snallygaster, the East Coasts largest craft beer festival.

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