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Chefs & Personalities

From Wine Steward to Beverage Manager: How the Sommelier's Job Was Rewritten

The traditional role of a sommelier has significantly evolved from a wine-focused expert to a comprehensive beverage manager, now responsible for an entire beverage program including spirits, beer, sake, and cocktails. This expansion has opened diverse career paths beyond the traditional restaurant floor.

Dmytro Kovalenko·October 31, 2026
A glass of red wine in a Mexican vineyard, with rolling hills and a modern winery in the background, symbolizing the rise of Mexican wine.
Drinks

Mexican wine breaks tradition, redefining global wine expectations

In Baja California's Valle de Guadalupe, a 30-year-old winemaker recently produced a Cabernet Franc that outscored a renowned Bordeaux in a blind tasting, signaling a seismic shift in the global wine

Dmytro Kovalenko·June 23, 2026