At the start of 2025, a series of devastating wildfires swept through Los Angeles and its surrounding counties, destroying homes,...
Name: Gareth Moore Location: San Diego, CA Profession: Bar Director Establishment: LOLA 55 Q & A: How did you get into bartending? To be...
Location: Encino, California Websites: thecleverroot.com, tastingpanelmag.com, sommjournal.com Specialty/Focus: Publisher of wine, spirits, and culinary magazines Photo: Meridith May, photographed at one of...
One of the most recognized mixologists in the Midwest – and some say the godfather of cocktails – Ted Kilgore has...
Simon is an author & broadcaster. He appears in numerous episodes of Food Network’s Iron Chef America, Beat Bobby Flay,...
Based in Las Vegas, Nevada, Constantin Alexander brings a wealth of experience to his position as Director of Beverage for Hakkasan...
Founder of the pork-centric culinary competition Cochon 555, Brady Lowe helped spark a national conversation about heritage breed pigs. Together with...
Swedish transplant Johan Engman is the founder and owner of Rise & Shine Restaurant Group. Based in San Diego, CA the hospitality...
One of America’s most respected and celebrated restaurateurs, Drew Nieporent is the founder and inspiration behind the Myriad Restaurant Group which...
Location: Chicago, IL Website: SteveDolinsky.com Specialty / Focus: food reporting, media training Career Highlights: 13 James Beard Awards When and...
Cory Alberto is the extremely talented Chef de Bar at the Rendezvous Bar at the US Grant Hotel in San...
Name: Chris Patino Location: San Diego, CA Profession: Partner Establishment: Raised by Wolves Notable Achievements: 3 time finalist for Brand Ambassador of the...
