As someone born and raised in the Caribbean, Marc has been a student of rum, and its place within a myriad of settings, his entire life. With this has come a deep sense of appreciation for both the heritage of rum, as well as the broader role it plays in the Contemporary Caribbean culture.In the US,
Marc Farrell - Founder of Ten To One Rum As someone born and raised in the Caribbean, Marc has been a student of rum, and its place within a myriad of settings, his entire life. With this has come a deep sense of appreciation for both the heritage of rum, as well as the broader role it plays in the Contemporary Caribbean culture.In the US,
SEE THE VIDEO REFERENCED IN THE PODCAST >We sit with the founder of Stray Dog, Johnny Livanos, and discuss his vision and journey into developing Greece's first wild gin. As a Greek American growing up in the restaurant industry, Johnny walks us through a moment in his life after realizing how many
Johnny Livanos & Greece's First Wild Gin - Stray Dog SEE THE VIDEO REFERENCED IN THE PODCAST >We sit with the founder of Stray Dog, Johnny Livanos, and discuss his vision and journey into developing Greece's first wild gin. As a Greek American growing up in the restaurant industry, Johnny walks us through a moment in his life after realizing how many
The family tradition continues in this episode as we sit down with Yiannis Boutaris, the grandson of the legendary Godfather of Xinomavro, the elder Yiannis Boutaris.The Boutaris' have been the visionaries and pioneers in Northern Greece's modern wine production to elevate and showcase its potential
Yiannis Boutaris of Kir Yianni Estates The family tradition continues in this episode as we sit down with Yiannis Boutaris, the grandson of the legendary Godfather of Xinomavro, the elder Yiannis Boutaris.The Boutaris' have been the visionaries and pioneers in Northern Greece's modern wine production to elevate and showcase its potential
Dimitris Skouras walks us through his family’s journey of building a winery in Greece and the regions they focus on. Their wines prove just how complex Greek wine can be and doesn’t fail to impress co-hosts Claudia and Fotios. Grab a glass and explore these fun and foreign varietals with us.Explore
Domaine Skouras Straight From the Source Dimitris Skouras walks us through his family’s journey of building a winery in Greece and the regions they focus on. Their wines prove just how complex Greek wine can be and doesn’t fail to impress co-hosts Claudia and Fotios. Grab a glass and explore these fun and foreign varietals with us.Explore
Dive into the history of Vallepicciola, the various regions of Chianti, and Italian wine labels with Alessandro Cellai and cohosts Fotios and Claudia. Alessandro has been making wine since age six (yes age six) and knows the ins and outs of Tuscany. If you’re looking for a deep understanding of Chia
Chianti Classico and Beyond with Alessandro Cellai from Vallepicciola Dive into the history of Vallepicciola, the various regions of Chianti, and Italian wine labels with Alessandro Cellai and cohosts Fotios and Claudia. Alessandro has been making wine since age six (yes age six) and knows the ins and outs of Tuscany. If you’re looking for a deep understanding of Chia
We discuss the inner workings of the beverage programs at restaurants, which has created some confusion while having guests feeling empty like a polished bottle of wine. Hear more on the free Urban Wine Club app: https://urbanwineclub.co/
Restaurant Wine Sense - Part 1 We discuss the inner workings of the beverage programs at restaurants, which has created some confusion while having guests feeling empty like a polished bottle of wine. Hear more on the free Urban Wine Club app: https://urbanwineclub.co/
In this episode, Claudia and Fotios get into debating whether or not people are drinking less or rather drinking differently due to Gen Z and the Sober Curiousity movement. Taking it a step further, they discuss how some companies are winning in this new age of consumption and how the outdated forms
"Non-Alc, Gen Z, Digital Marketing, Oh My!" In this episode, Claudia and Fotios get into debating whether or not people are drinking less or rather drinking differently due to Gen Z and the Sober Curiousity movement. Taking it a step further, they discuss how some companies are winning in this new age of consumption and how the outdated forms
This episode features our new co-host, Claudia Leitzmann, with Fotios Stamos discussing the “new normal” in the beverage industry and what those challenges and opportunities look like in 2024. From supplier to consumer, each tier is touched upon and describes the many ways the beverage space has nev
"The New Normal" This episode features our new co-host, Claudia Leitzmann, with Fotios Stamos discussing the “new normal” in the beverage industry and what those challenges and opportunities look like in 2024. From supplier to consumer, each tier is touched upon and describes the many ways the beverage space has nev
What is the Greek Wine Club? Why did we start it? And what led to this in the history of Greek wines? We answer all these questions and more in our latest podcast video!
Download the free Greek Wine Club app: https://www.greekwineclub.co/
What is the Greek Wine Club? What is the Greek Wine Club? Why did we start it? And what led to this in the history of Greek wines? We answer all these questions and more in our latest podcast video!
Download the free Greek Wine Club app: https://www.greekwineclub.co/
In celebration of International Women’s Day (March 8th) and Women’s History Month, we’re partnering with the new woman-owned spice company JAHAN - https://eatjahan.com/Meet founder Madena Mohamadi as she describes her experience growing up the daughter of a strong immigrant mother, and her passion f
Virtual Wine Tasting with JAHAN to Support Women for Women International In celebration of International Women’s Day (March 8th) and Women’s History Month, we’re partnering with the new woman-owned spice company JAHAN - https://eatjahan.com/Meet founder Madena Mohamadi as she describes her experience growing up the daughter of a strong immigrant mother, and her passion f
Ari & Foti discuss tannins. What are they, where they come from, and how they affect the wines you love. Grab a glass and join us!Download the free Urban Wine Club app!
Let's Talk About Tannins Ari & Foti discuss tannins. What are they, where they come from, and how they affect the wines you love. Grab a glass and join us!Download the free Urban Wine Club app!
Learn the faces behind the Greek Wine Renaissance! Watch our webinar and learn about the amazing people bringing Greek wine to the forefront! Grab a glass and join us!Watch the video of this podcast >Download the free Greek Wine Club app!Download the free Urban Wine Club app!
The Faces Behind the Greek Wine Renaissance Learn the faces behind the Greek Wine Renaissance! Watch our webinar and learn about the amazing people bringing Greek wine to the forefront! Grab a glass and join us!Watch the video of this podcast >Download the free Greek Wine Club app!Download the free Urban Wine Club app!
You ever wonder what the difference is between Pinot Grigio and Pinto Gris? Syrah and Shiraz? Well, we are here to shed some light on the reasons and differences of wine varieties that have different naming conventions! Grab a glass and join us!Download the free UWC app
Wine Varieties with Multiple Names? You ever wonder what the difference is between Pinot Grigio and Pinto Gris? Syrah and Shiraz? Well, we are here to shed some light on the reasons and differences of wine varieties that have different naming conventions! Grab a glass and join us!Download the free UWC app
Join us as we explore the truly wonderous wine-producing regions of Greece and learn what makes these diverse areas so amazing.Download the free Greek Wine Club app!Download the free Urban Wine Club app!
A Wine Tour of Greece Join us as we explore the truly wonderous wine-producing regions of Greece and learn what makes these diverse areas so amazing.Download the free Greek Wine Club app!Download the free Urban Wine Club app!
We do a very basic breakdown on the wine scoring system, including history and how it affects our own buying decisions. Grab a glass and join us!Download the free Urban Wine Club app!
Wine Scores Explained We do a very basic breakdown on the wine scoring system, including history and how it affects our own buying decisions. Grab a glass and join us!Download the free Urban Wine Club app!
We discuss natural cork versus screw caps (and a bit about synthetic corks too) in this great Sip Clip with Ari & Foti of Urban Wine Club. Grab a glass and join us!Download the free Urban Wine Club app!
Wine Bottle Natural Corks Versus Screw Caps We discuss natural cork versus screw caps (and a bit about synthetic corks too) in this great Sip Clip with Ari & Foti of Urban Wine Club. Grab a glass and join us!Download the free Urban Wine Club app!
Ari & Foti chat about Greek spirits and explain some of the straight forward questions many people ask about them. Very wonderful products and a very informative segment. Grab a glass and join us! See our Greek Spirits on GreekazonSee our Greek Spirits on Greek Wine Club
An Intro to Greek Spirits: Ouzo, Tsipouro, Tsikoudia, & Raki Ari & Foti chat about Greek spirits and explain some of the straight forward questions many people ask about them. Very wonderful products and a very informative segment. Grab a glass and join us! See our Greek Spirits on GreekazonSee our Greek Spirits on Greek Wine Club
Rhode Island Spirits is the home of Rhodium brand premium gins, vodkas, and liqueurs. The company is the brainchild and full time occupation of Cathy Plourde & Kara Larson, who are the founders, owners, and distillers. We had the pleasure of spending some time learning more about this amazing bran
Rhodium Brand Spirits Founders Cathy Plourde & Kara Larson Rhode Island Spirits is the home of Rhodium brand premium gins, vodkas, and liqueurs. The company is the brainchild and full time occupation of Cathy Plourde & Kara Larson, who are the founders, owners, and distillers. We had the pleasure of spending some time learning more about this amazing bran
We had the honor and privilege to kick off our new Greek winemaker series with a truly amazing winemaker, the one and only Stellios Boutaris of Kir-Yianni Estates! We had Stelios join us live from Greece and Ari & Foti from Greek Wine Club as well as Johnny Livanos of Diamond Wine Imports had a grea
Greek Winemaker Series: Stellios Boutaris of Kir-Yianni Estates We had the honor and privilege to kick off our new Greek winemaker series with a truly amazing winemaker, the one and only Stellios Boutaris of Kir-Yianni Estates! We had Stelios join us live from Greece and Ari & Foti from Greek Wine Club as well as Johnny Livanos of Diamond Wine Imports had a grea
Our Sustainability Series Premiere – Drink Responsibly… It’s Not What You Think!To kick-off our Sustainability mini-series (and to celebrate Earth Month), join our guests sustainability and zero waste consultant Kaitlyn Reed, and healthy living enthusiast and nonprofit director Karen Sheehan, for a
"Drink Responsibly… It’s Not What You Think" Webinar Our Sustainability Series Premiere – Drink Responsibly… It’s Not What You Think!To kick-off our Sustainability mini-series (and to celebrate Earth Month), join our guests sustainability and zero waste consultant Kaitlyn Reed, and healthy living enthusiast and nonprofit director Karen Sheehan, for a
Zhuzh up your cheese and charcuterie board to pair with Château Barbebelle Cuvée Madeleine Rouge and benefit The Alex Manfull Memorial Fund Supporting Research, Education, and Treatment of PANDAS.Please join Susan and William “Towny” Manfull, founders of The Alex Manfull Memorial Fund, and David Sco
Sharing Wine & Food at the Table: a PANDAS / PANS Fundraiser Zhuzh up your cheese and charcuterie board to pair with Château Barbebelle Cuvée Madeleine Rouge and benefit The Alex Manfull Memorial Fund Supporting Research, Education, and Treatment of PANDAS.Please join Susan and William “Towny” Manfull, founders of The Alex Manfull Memorial Fund, and David Sco
Join us for an amazing cooking demo and wine pairing with Food Network’s Chopped contestant, Chef Sophia Manatakis! Our resident wine expert, Fotios Stamos, will do the honors of pairing Chef Sophia’s exquisite and flavorful dishes.A little bit about Chef Sophia: Graduate of the French Culinary Inst
Food & Wine Demo & Pairing with Sophia Manatakis Join us for an amazing cooking demo and wine pairing with Food Network’s Chopped contestant, Chef Sophia Manatakis! Our resident wine expert, Fotios Stamos, will do the honors of pairing Chef Sophia’s exquisite and flavorful dishes.A little bit about Chef Sophia: Graduate of the French Culinary Inst
Join us for our very first vodka cocktail webinar with founder Stelios Stavrianos of Cylinder Vodka. Stelio will be discussing his journey into making one of the best and smoothest vodkas in the industry while demonstrating three amazing cocktails.From tending bar to tending still, Stelios eventuall
The Cylinder Vodka Cocktail Webinar Join us for our very first vodka cocktail webinar with founder Stelios Stavrianos of Cylinder Vodka. Stelio will be discussing his journey into making one of the best and smoothest vodkas in the industry while demonstrating three amazing cocktails.From tending bar to tending still, Stelios eventuall
Welcome to the premiere episode of our Sips & Dips Series featuring Dr. Susanna Hoffman. We will explore the origins and history of amazing recipes from the Mediterranean region with a focus on Greece. We will also pair these recipes with fantastic wines and have great Q & A sessions for the viewers
Sips & Dips with Dr. Susanna Hoffman Premiere Episode Welcome to the premiere episode of our Sips & Dips Series featuring Dr. Susanna Hoffman. We will explore the origins and history of amazing recipes from the Mediterranean region with a focus on Greece. We will also pair these recipes with fantastic wines and have great Q & A sessions for the viewers