The Wine Knitter

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

The art of writing letters seems to have vanished since the arrival of more sophisticated and faster ways to communicate. Photo credit: Penny Weiss Fifth-generation Napa Valley winemaker Joe Wagner created Belle Glos Wines in 2001, inspired by his grandmother, Lorna Belle Glos Wagner, co-founder of Caymus Vineyards.

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EATER

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Changes at Amtrak may revive the beloved tradition of enjoying chicken cordon bleu and Moroccan beef with chickpea salad with fellow travelers In August 2005, I rode an Amtrak overnight train from Chicago to Schenectady, New York: the Lake Shore Limited. It seemed passengers didn’t even want traditional train car dining anyway.

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A Wine Story

MAY 14, 2020

First, most are dedicated family owned or boutique wineries that pride themselves on their vineyards and winemaking skills. Along with a handful of well known, talented producers, I was excited to see that Christopher Taranto, long-time Communications Director of the Paso Robles Wine Alliance, was sitting across from me.

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Embrace the Suck

JUNE 13, 2022

Besides running a training and consulting company, Brian is also known for his groundbreaking concept called Bin 36. Brian speaks to audiences all around the world about training culture and exactly how to build a solid beverage program that can enhance your bottom line. If you're from Chicago you know about Bin 36. It's famous.

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Modern Restaurant Management

AUGUST 16, 2021

This summer, many parts of the West Coast are already under drought conditions and wineries are focusing on wildfire prevention efforts—from installing perimeter sprinkler systems, to clearing brush to increase defensible space around the wineries, and training teams to combat small spot fires.

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