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These Seminars are so valuable to career growth and progression to be come a certified Judge - a must for any aspiring chef to attend.

A good article came out recently about the twilight of the sommelier in restaurants. I believe there will always be a need for wine professionals in restaurants, their roles might change but finding great producers of wine does not. Below is our list Catalyst Restaurant we put a lot of effort into finding and maintaining a affordable list, we have special occasion bottles too, but great wine does not have to expensive. That is the role of the modern sommelier. I have encouraged our staff to pursue education through the court of master sommelier programs, I have even did it. We need restaurants that support education and a culture of learning. The staff become more engaged in wine/beverage and guests win in the end! What are your thoughts on the role of sommeliers?

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How can you create memorable moments for your guests? Sommelier is more than just selling wine; it is about creating an experience.

Have you read the June-July issue of Australian Hotelier yet? There's a big focus on chefs, their menus and innovations in this issue - a lot of wonderful food-related ideas in there. Plus, how to get involved with Dry July Foundation, and making the most of the Olympics coverage later this month. Check it out at the link in the comments!

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The days of the sommelier are not over. As long as people seek connection, joy, and memorable experiences around the table, there will always be a need for sommeliers. As long as restaurants aim to make a profit and thrive, they will benefit from a qualified beverage director curating the food and beverage experience and driving the bottom line.   The role of the sommelier is changing. As June Rodil, MS, mentions in this article, the sommelier of today needs to be a multifaceted professional, not solely focused on wine. Sommeliers create delightful experiences in all types of restaurants, creating loyal regulars and driving profitability no matter the concept or cuisine. Professionally trained sommeliers, educated not only in beverages but also in hospitality and business, bring value to restaurants, importers, distributors, culinary schools, retail shops, wineries, and other wine-related businesses. These sommeliers continue to prove themselves as assets in environments where service and sales play an important role.   The Court of Master Sommeliers provides education and resources to support the sommeliers of the future. The market demands a new breed of hospitality luminaries, equipped with the knowledge, skill, and business acumen to thrive in the evolving landscape of the industry. There is no shortage of passion coming from the next generation of sommeliers, and as the global leader in wine certification, we are up for the challenge to serve these professionals and their guests, elevating hospitality worldwide. https://lnkd.in/egN_8Brk 📸: Nitya Jain for The New York Times

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Today’s chapter from Culinary Approach to Wine In Restaurants touches upon the impact that sommeliers, as trainers and managers, can make upon people for a lifetime. #sommelier #restaurantwine #foodandbeveragemanagement #restauranthospitality

When writing menus for the Master Chef Exam, be mindful of overall menu progression and balance of flavors/textures across courses as well as richness and flavor intensity. Save this post for later to remember this tip. Serious about taking the Master Chef Exam? Complete this form: https://lnkd.in/efKimnhF #americanmasterchefsorder #amco #masterchef #professionalchefs #chefs #mastery