Study Tips from a Newly Minted Master Sommelier
Tens of thousands of flashcards and a network of supportive fellow candidates helped David Reuss, MS, become the sole candidate to pass this year’s grueling Master Sommelier exam
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How to Level Up Your Blind Tasting Skills
Want to ace your next blind tasting exam? These expert tips will help you achieve master-level wine tasting skills
How the Newest Master Sommelier Passed the Test
Game-like study sessions, a balanced mindset, and a strong support network are just a few of the elements that helped Myles Trapp, MS, earn his red pin
These New Master Sommeliers Share How They Aced the Exam
Just after passing the 2023 MS exam, Mark Guillaudeu, MS, and Jonathan Eichholz, MS, share study tips, test-taking advice, and how they plan to celebrate
10 New Master Sommeliers Share Their Road Maps to Success
There are fewer than 300 Master Sommeliers in the world. Here’s how 10 wine professionals from around the country earned the title in 2022
The New Financials of Running a Restaurant Wine Program
Taking an operational look at developing a profitable on-premise wine program in a transformed environment
The Rise of the Non-Alcoholic Pairing Menu
Carefully crafted zero-proof pairings at fine-dining restaurants around the world are proving to offer much more than a substitute for wine
How Bars Can Craft More Appealing—Yet Profitable—Cocktail Presentations
Perfect presentation is more than great garnishes, and with the right tools it can be sustainable and cost-effective, too
U.S. Buyers Are Making a Case for Single Malt Irish Whiskey
How retailers and bars are finding ways to capitalize on this quickly growing category
Rebuilding Your Restaurant’s Wine Program
To minimize purchasing spend and energy, beverage directors are streamlining programs, rethinking pricing, and taking advantage of deep deals
How Cash-Strapped Restaurants Can Turn Their Wine Cellars into Profit
Pros’ best advice for strategizing high-end wine sales during a downturn
How to Profitably Turn Over Old Stock
From offering holiday specials to training bartenders to hand-sell bottles, wine buyers share their best strategies for closing out inventory
Restaurateurs on How to Foster Inclusivity in the Workplace
At the Food & Wine Classic in Aspen, Marcus Samuelsson, Nina Compton, and others discussed tactics for advancing inclusion and equality in restaurants
How to Source Back-Vintage Wines for a List
Wine professionals share advice on finding and purchasing aged wines for restaurant programs
Why Restaurant Groups Are Adding Wine Bars to Their Portfolios
Growing consumer interest in wine experiences and higher margin sales potential are just two factors driving the trend
How to Build Profitable Wine Packages for Private Events
From tiered options to multi-course wine pairings, somms discuss how to boost revenue
8 Tips for Optimizing Small Beverage Storage Spaces
Restaurant and bar professionals share advice for maximizing storage when space is limited
20 Wines That Crush It by the Glass
Sommeliers reveal their top-selling BTG pours—from a Savoie sparkler to a crowd-pleasing Rioja
15 New Master Somms Share Their Top Study Tips and Insights
From building a tasting cellar to adopting an athlete’s mindset, MSs reveal their strategies for success
Sommeliers’ Strategies for Managing Large Wine Lists
Cultivating strong distributor and collector relationships is just the beginning
Bobby Stuckey’s Tips for Finding Balance at Work—and in Life
The Master Sommelier and restaurateur shares strategies for thriving in F&B
4 Ways Somms Can Stay Relevant in a Changing Industry
How wine professionals are maximizing their value in restaurants
6 Ways to Care for Your Feet in the Service Industry
From a somm’s holy-grail footwear to podiatrist-recommended insoles, experts share their tips
What Operators Need to Know About Music Rights
With fines up to $35,000 per song played, here are 5 tips to help you stay in the clear
