Best CLIFFORD SPARKS Podcasts (2024)

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From Tradition to Supply Chain: Tocabe’s Indigenous Food Revolution Through Storytelling, with Ben Jacobs Co-Founder of Tocabe 1:02:47

10h ago1:02:47

1:02:47

Welcome to Farm to Fork: The Innovators! In today’s episode, we’re thrilled to feature Ben Jacobs, co-founder of Tocabe, a pioneering American Indian eatery, marketplace, and food production company. Ben has dedicated nearly twenty years to building one of the most authentic and innovative Native American food brands in the country. Join us as we d…

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Scaling Regenerative Agriculture: Innovations and Sustainable Meat Practices with Clifford Pollard, CEO & Founder of Cream Co. Meats 50:04

25d ago50:04

50:04

In this episode of "Farm to Fork: The Innovators," Clifford Pollard, CEO and founder of Cream Co. Meats, shares insights into his company’s focus on sustainable proteins, including beef. As a leader in regional meat processing and distribution, Clifford discusses the state of the protein agricultural industry and the latest advancements in sustaina…

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Garagiste Wines!!! 1:04:16

1M ago1:04:16

1:04:16

This month Elle has another Kristin for you! This time it is Kristin Fione, aka @winokristin the winemaker behind Adorato Wines. She and Elle knew each other for some years, but only recently did Elle try Adorato at the Garagiste Festival and knew she had to get her friend on the pod. They talk everything wine, but also entertainment and a healthy …

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The Future of Seafood: Tackling Traceability and Sustainability with Stephanie Pazzaglia, Board Member for Sea Pact & Outreach and Development Manager at JJ McDonnell & Co. Inc. 43:59

1M ago43:59

43:59

Welcome to Farm to Fork: The Innovators. Today, we’re excited to host Stephanie Passacaglia, who serves as a board member for Sea Pact—an initiative focused on seafood sustainability—and as the Outreach and Development Manager at JJ McDonnell & Co. Inc., a prominent wholesale seafood distributor with extensive experience in the industry. Stephanie’…

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Beautiful Canned Wines!!! 1:04:29

1M ago1:04:29

1:04:29

Elle is joined by Kristin Olszewski of Nomadica! She has done anything and everything and has more in store! But they spend the lion's share of time exploring her ethos behind Nomadica, sustainable canned wines that taste amazing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Ellen Clifford

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Off Premise in a Restaurant Recession: Webinar Bonus Episode with a Board of Datum FS Advisors | Featuring Tom Healey, and Andrew Raabe 40:43

23d ago40:43

40:43

Welcome to Farm to Fork: The Innovators. In today's special bonus episode, we explore Off Premise Revenue and Food Service from our latest Datum FS Advisors webinar. This topic is crucial given the current restaurant recession. We're joined by Datum FS advisors Andy Raabe and Tom Healey. In this episode, we delve into key best practices for boostin…

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Exploring the FDA's Mission: Food Safety and FSMA Rule 204 with Angela Fields, Senior Consumer Safety Officer with the FDA 58:17

1M ago58:17

58:17

In this exciting podcast episode, we have an eye-opening chat with Angela Fields, a Senior Consumer Safety Officer at the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), about her fascinating role and the agency's crucial mission. Angela shares her journey and passion for food safety, along with her love for travel and outdoor adventures. We dive into the Food…

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Albariño Wines!!! 27:01

2M ago27:01

27:01

Elle is in conversation with Yannick Benjamin, renowned sommelier at Contento Restaurant and co-founder of Wine on Wheels, an organization uniting wine enthusiasts and sommeliers to channel their passion for fine wines into charitable endeavors. He has been collaborating with Olé and Obrigato to spread the good word of albariño and as such, Elle ki…

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Exploring the Cattle Industry: Insights from Veteran Rancher Russ Gold 47:12

2M ago47:12

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Welcome to Farm to Fork Innovators! Today, we have the pleasure of hosting Russ Gold, a veteran cattle rancher from rural Oklahoma with 60 years of experience. Russ has played a pivotal role in producing some of the finest premium beef in the world. In our discussion, we delve into several important topics, including an overview of the cattle indus…

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Connected Wines!!! 48:59

3M ago48:59

48:59

Elle and guest Jenna Duran discuss her wine trajectory towards being a partner at Connect the Dots Collective where she helps craft brands. They taste Purple Cowboy - founded by a woman that benefits Tough Enough to Wear Pink, an organization that fights breast cancer! It's a helluva female-forward episode so listen in! Learn more about your ad cho…

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Creating Value for Brands in the Digital Age with Ian Navarro, founder of Navarro Culinary Connection 55:41

3M ago55:41

55:41

In today’s episode, Ian Navarro, founder of Navarro Culinary Connection, shares his journey from distribution roles to establishing his own food service brokerage in Denver, Colorado. Ian explains the concept of food brokerage as a fractional sales team aiding brands in navigating the food service industry. Highlighting the importance of storytelli…

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Kim Spalding, CEO of Cheetah Foodservice, Revolutionizing the Foodservice Supply Chain through Data and Technology 38:58

3M ago38:58

38:58

Join us as we sit down with Kim Spalding, CEO of Cheetah Technologies and a visionary transforming the food supply chain through technology. Starting as a Texas girl with a love for wine and music, Kim shares her fascinating transition from running a winery to pioneering product innovation at Starbucks, and later, enhancing shipping security with b…

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Trailblazing Sustainability and Innovation in Today's Foodservice Supply Chain: An Interview with Armada's Vice President of Marketing and Business Development, Debi Gann 48:46

4M ago48:46

48:46

In this episode of Farm to Fork: The Innovators, we sit down with Debi Gann, Vice President, of Marketing and Business Development at ARMADA Supply Chain Solutions to explore the critical role of data and technology in the food service supply chain. With almost a decade in the supply chain industry, Debi shares her background and ARMADA's focus on …

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Group Purchasing Organizations (GPOs): Webinar Bonus Episode with a Board of Datum FS Advisors | Featuring Jeff Abramson, Brendan Clarke, and James Kennedy 44:08

4M ago44:08

44:08

Welcome back to another episode of Farm to Fork: The Innovators. This monthly webinar episode is especially geared toward those sprouting new food service ventures or who consider the industry second nature. Today we are joined by esteemed industry veterans Jeff Abramson, Brendan Clarke, and James Kennedy as light is shed through the lens of the th…

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Mani Kulasooriya Co-Founder and CEO of Cut+Dry. Feeding the Future: Innovations in Foodservice Distribution Tech 47:59

4M ago47:59

47:59

In this episode of Farm to Fork: The Innovators, we are joined by seasoned tech entrepreneur Mani Kulasooriya, who has spent the last decade dissecting the kinship between the foodservice industry and technology. With a laid groundwork in building Fintech payment systems at Citibank and Yahoo to co-founding CAKE, a restaurant technology startup acq…

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Art, Books, Wines!!! 1:05:36

4M ago1:05:36

1:05:36

What an exceptional interview Elle recorded with Bianca Bosker, author of her beloved "Cork Dork" as well as the more recent "Get the Picture"! The two delve deep into Bianca's journey through both worlds and speculate on what is next for the New York Times bestelling author! As well as what she is currently pouring! Learn more about your ad choice…

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Behind the Scenes: Navigating Shake Shack's Supply Chain with Jeffrey Amoscato, Senior Vice President Supply Chain & Menu Innovation at Shake Shack 51:11

5M ago51:11

51:11

In this episode of "Farm to Fork: The Innovators," host David Maloni interviews Jeffrey Amoscato, the Senior Vice President of Supply Chain and Menu Innovation at Shake Shack. Jeff shares his journey from culinary school to his current role, highlighting the importance of understanding the source and quality of ingredients. He discusses the unique …

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Food Traceability: FSMA 204 and the Restaurant Industry - Webinar Bonus Episode with a Board of Datum FS Advisors | Featuring Angela Fields, Richard Buttner, Brady Cunningham, and Rich Wolverton 45:40

5M ago45:40

45:40

Welcome back to another installment of Farm to Fork: The Innovators. This special webinar episode is especially geared toward those sprouting new food service ventures or who consider the industry second nature. In this episode, David Maloni discusses the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) 204, also known as the food traceability rule. He is join…

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Trends Across Menu Data: Insights into Consumer Preferences with Mike Lukianoff, CEO and Founder of SignalFlare.ai 45:02

5M ago45:02

45:02

Welcome back to the show! Today's guest innovator is Michael Lukianoff, seasoned restaurant revenue and analytics manager and current CEO and Founder of SignalFlare.ai by Extropy 360. In this episode, Mike offers a data buffet that emphasizes understanding and adapting to economic shifts in the general food service industry. He shares his insights …

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Sparkly Sparkling Wines!!! 57:39

6M ago57:39

57:39

Elle connects with Kelsey Phelps which if her name sounds familiar...she's Joseph Phelps granddaughter. But she is beating our her own path, making sparkling wines as SEPPI. Tune in for her history, wine reviews and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Ellen Clifford

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Supply Chain: Meeting Demand in a Fast-Growing Market with Kristi Kingery, Senior Vice President, Supply Chain at Tropical Smoothie Cafe 44:42

6M ago44:42

44:42

Welcome back to the show! Today's guest innovator is Kristi Kingery, a powerhouse in supply chain management. With over a decade of experience in the industry, Kristi is currently the Senior Vice President of Supply Chain at Tropical Smoothie Cafe and the chair of the National Restaurant Association Supply Chain Expert Exchange. In this episode, Kr…

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Honest Wines!!! 46:18

6M ago46:18

46:18

Elle is joined by Jiaqi Tang, her WSET Diploma classmate and owner of the newly opened Honest Bottle Shop in Los Angeles! The two discuss Jiaqi's journey from China, to Chicago hospitality, and ultimately how she landed in Los Angeles and opened her own highly curated wine shop. While it was a Zoom hang, both Jiaqi and Ellen ended up bringing intri…

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Unpacking Supply Chain: Lessons with Linda Dunn, Faculty Director and Assistant Professor for the Supply Chain Management Master's Program at Georgetown University 58:06

6M ago58:06

58:06

In this episode of Farm to Fork: The Innovators, we have the pleasure of speaking with Linda Dunn, Faculty Director and Assistant Professor for the Supply Chain Management Master's Program at Georgetown University. Leveraging on Linda's seventeen-year wealth of experience at HMSHost, our conversation delves into the evolution of supply chain manage…

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The State of Supply Chain: Webinar Bonus Episode with a Board of Datum FS Advisors | Featuring Scott Schmitz, Keith Anderkin, Thomas Healey, and Charlie Lousignont 32:19

6M ago32:19

32:19

Welcome back to another installment of Farm to Fork: The Innovators. This special webinar episode is especially geared toward those sprouting new food service ventures or who consider the industry second nature. Our carefully selected Datum FS panel of seasoned experts: Scott Schmitz, Keith Aderkin, Thomas Healey, and Charlie Lousignont render soun…

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Elle squared wines!!! 1:43:20

6M ago1:43:20

1:43:20

This time around Elle joins forces with another one--Elle Rodriguez! She's also known as The Modern Pour and is a prominent force in the grammable world of wine and also funny and down to talk about everything They down Garnacha and dish on everything under the sun. Join in! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Financial Perspectives on Restaurant Dynamics & Distribution with Michael Halen, Senior Restaurant Analyst at Bloomberg Intelligence 58:11

7M ago58:11

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Today, I have the opportunity to welcome Michael Halen, a Bloomberg Intelligence Senior Restaurant & Foodservice Analyst who researches and publishes analyses of over eighteen publicly traded restaurant companies as well as the major foodservice distributors. In this episode, Mike gives us a rundown of the state of the consumer market as we also ex…

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Strategies for Enhancing Foodservice Distribution: Maximizing Chain and Supplier-Manufacturer Relationships with Rich Wolverton, Former VP of Category Management at US Foods 55:29

7M ago55:29

55:29

Welcome back to another episode of Farm to Fork: The Innovators. Our guest for today is Rich Wolverton, a current Datum FS advisor who served as former VP of category management at Food Services of America and led their merchandising integration into US foods. Tapping into Rich’s 40+ years wealth of knowledge in food sales and merchandising leaders…

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Expand your restaurant brand beyond the store into delivery and retail. Best practices with Brandon Tammaro, Wow Bao’s Vice President of Strategic Growth 55:33

7M ago55:33

55:33

In Today’s episode, I have the pleasure of interviewing Brandon Tammaro, Vice President of Strategic Growth at Wow Bao. Brandon shares his early career at C.H. Robinson and The Kraft Heinz Company, emphasizing the importance of efficient freight management and mastery of supply chain coordination in the food service industry. Exploring the company'…

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Talking Tech-Driven Food Traceability with Katy Jones 51:27

8M ago51:27

51:27

Welcome back to Farm to Fork: The Innovators. Our guest for this episode is the magnificent Katy Jones, an experienced, growth-focused tech executive who embarked on her journey in the food industry in 2015 as the CMO of FoodLoqiQ. Rising through the ranks, she secured the CEO seat by 2020 and currently serves as the Chief Customer Officer of Trust…

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Natural Woman Wines!!! 1:04:15

8M ago1:04:15

1:04:15

This month Elle is chatting with Marilee Bramhall, found of Iola Wines! The two discuss her journey into wine, which took her around the world, where she meets the coolest and bestest and most exciting women winemakers who are making wines, naturally. In between it all she and Elle taste a fabulous Gavi and a bottle of Bandol. Take a listen and lea…

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Price Stability in the Food Supply Chain: A Conversation with Rich Counsell 47:42

8M ago47:42

47:42

Hi Folks! In this episode of Farm to Fork: The Innovators, we engage in a conversation with the one and only Rich Counsell. With a rich career in the Supply Chain, including roles as CEO at WARBLER, Director at STOKE FARMS, and currently serving as CEO in his latest venture Stable. Commodities in Food supply chain have never been more fragile, and …

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Memoir Wines!!! 1:00:27

9M ago1:00:27

1:00:27

This time Elle welcomes Canadian wine writer Natalie MacLean, whose book Wine Witch on Fire was recently published (and devoured by Elle)--look for the book (and some juicy discounts) here! You can also find a guide to the book complete with book club prompts and tips on hosting a tasting here. The two had an excellent talk on what it was like bein…

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Tracing Success: Rick Buttner on Traceability in Foodservice 47:23

9M ago47:23

47:23

Hello everyone. In this episode of Farm to Fork: The Innovators, we welcome Rick Buttner. With a rich and lengthy career journey, Rick has held key roles, including Manager of Quality and Distribution at Subway and later, Senior Director of Supply Chain Operations at IPC (Owned by Subway). Join us as we look into Rick's journey, exploring his exper…

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Serving Up Supply Chain Wisdom with David Cox 43:21

9M ago43:21

43:21

Hi folks. In this episode of Farm to Fork: The Innovators, we've got a true industry legend, David Cox, joining us. With an impressive career, including roles like VP of Purchasing & Supply Management at Darden Restaurants and President of ARCOP, Inc. (Arby's Supply Chain Cooperative), David brings a wealth of experience to the table. David takes u…

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Introducing Farm to Fork: The Innovators with David Maloni 1:20

10M ago1:20

1:20

Welcome to Farm to Fork: The Innovators, the podcast where decades of industry expertise meet the future of the food supply chain. I'm David Maloni, your host, and with over 40 years in the food production, distribution, and operations sectors, I've seen the industry evolve. But now, it's time to push the boundaries of innovation further. Every oth…

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ElevenEleven Wines!!! 45:57

11M ago45:57

45:57

This month, Elle chats with Ellie (double ell trouble!) of Eleven Eleven Wines! In between sipping her Russian River Chardonnay and Napa Cab, the two get into Ellie's journey from corporate life to owning a winery, down to what day-to-day life is like. It's a tasty episode--pour a glass and dig in! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more in…

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Gorgeous Wines!!! 1:10:14

12M ago1:10:14

1:10:14

What a fantastic talk n' tasting Elle has with month, with Morét Brealynn of (wait for it) Morét-Brealynn Wines! They met last month for a fabulous (and boozy) dinner in the Santa Lucia Highlands, and reunite via Zoom here to discuss how she got into wine, her stealth travel tacos, and challenges she has faced being a woman in the industry. Wines s…

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Hip hop Wines!!! 44:42

1y ago44:42

44:42

This week Jermaine Stone of the Wine & Hip Hop podcast joins Elle! He talks about how rap and wine auctioneering collided, what it was like training his palate on the elite of elite wines, and then puts his prowess at pairing wine and hip hop to the test when Elle precures a Chablis. Listen in! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inform…

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Musical Wines!!! 45:11

1y ago45:11

45:11

This week Elle talks with Kristie Tacey, the winemaker behind Tessier Winery. A former scientist, Kristie had an interesting journey towards becoming a winemaker--and she also moonlights as a dj! She pairs her wines with music--for instance Elle and she taste through Electric Ladyland, an orange wine blend that pairs with Jimi Hendrix's "Have You B…

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Reunion Wines!!! 1:23:15

1y ago1:23:15

1:23:15

This month, Elle's former co-host Shaughn Buccholz is back for an episode, and they are back to recording at Bar Covell! They get into Shaughn's new life working in aerospace, what living in Texas was like, and what's up next! All of it is washed down by a bottle of rosé from Walla Walla, Oregon! Cayuse Vineyards "Edith" Rosé of Grenache 2020 is a …

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Amanda's Wines!!! 1:17:43

1+ y ago1:17:43

1:17:43

FIRST LIVE INTERVIEW POST PANDEMIC! Elle was thrilled to join Amanda Greenbaum of AJA Vineyards this time--and to taste some of their fabulous wines. They get into Amanda's triple-threat-of-it-all she is trained in wine, beer and spirits in between sipping Chardonnay, rosé and Sauvignon Blanc. GREAT times abound. Listen in! Hosted on Acast. See aca…

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Oregon Wines! 53:41

1+ y ago53:41

53:41

This month Elle welcomes Kate Ayres of Penner-Ash Wine to the show! The two get into how she went from pursuing a career in veterinary medicine to realizing that wine was just the thing she never knew she needed to do. She traveled the world and has now settled in her native Oregon to make wine at Penner Ash. Tune in to hear her and Elle discuss a …

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Helping Women Wines!!! 59:07

1+ y ago59:07

59:07

This week it's an OG longford interview with Kristin Barnhisel, the winemaker responsible for the white wines of J. Lohr! They get into how she got going, some science geekery (learn all about clones!), and she also shared the #JLohrwomen movement. Right now applications are open to shadow at the winery! They also pop a couple of bottles, the "Gest…

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Bella Wines, Bella Guests! 53:09

1+ y ago53:09

53:09

This week it is a double dose of Bellas! The wine on tap is a delightful Late Harvest Zinfandel from Bella Winery, and the guest for the Final Five is Bella Crimson, an actor, model, budding stunt person and content creator Elle met on set of the movie she's working on. All that brings us to the other two segments (rife with tangents of course) thi…

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Crushable Wines!!! 47:34

1+ y ago47:34

47:34

This month Elle's got a Grenache by Filaments and wowwwwww is it easy to crush! There's also a life update and a question for listeners, It's all wrapped up with the Final Five questions with Dan Ahdoot, Cobra Kai actor, host of the Green Eggs and Dan podcast, and author of the upcoming Undercooked: How I Let Food Become My Life Navigator and How M…

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Margins Wines! 1:11:09

1+ y ago1:11:09

1:11:09

It's another longform interview! This time Elle and Megan Bell of Margins WIne have a conversation--how Megan came into the wine world, the challenges, the surprises, how she has changed, and what is to come. Open a bottle of Margins and see what it is all about! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad …

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Oregon Wines!!! 53:41

2y ago53:41

53:41

A day late for this to be a "November" episode but play along? Elle has had SO much wine activity, from the RAW wine fair to Sicilian dinners to the event in homage to Gran Moraine where Elle both sourced this FABULOUS blanc de blancs from Oregon and met today's guest, Andrea Jaramillo, aka Mas Vino Please. Oohhh! And also there is a revival of On …

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Powerful Wines!!! 1:31:40

2y ago1:31:40

1:31:40

This is a long one but a good one! This month, Elle tastes the 2018 No Girls Wines Grenache, quite ironically made by a woman. The name has a cool origin story! She then goes longform in an interview with Cara Patricia of DECANTsf a wine shop in San Francisco. Cara is an advanced sommelier, and she and Elle get into everything from the Court to cat…

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Catty Wines!!! 49:31

2y ago49:31

49:31

Elle is back! With the September issue, at least half as stylish as Vogue's thanks in part to the awesome bottle art of this month's woman-made-wine, a Carolina Gatti bubbly bought from Vinovore, a shop specializing in wine made by women, and by her Final Five interview with Agnes Hewitt, host of the Goop Yourself podcast which goes above and beyon…

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Celebrity Wine!!! 50:42

2y ago50:42

50:42

This month Elle has a special treat, tailor made for her Sex in the City Fandom. Elle kicks it off by reviving a segment she hasn't done in forever, the Hip Sip Tip, then she's drinking the 2021 Invivo, X SJP Marlborough Sauvignon Blanc, wine that Sarah Jessica Parker helped blend. Will Elle like it? Is it worth it? Tune in to find out. After that …

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