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The Wine Smarties
San Diego Magazine's 2009 & 2010 finalist for 'Women Who Move the City,' Lindsay Pomeroy, is creator and owner of The Wine Smarties, a wine events, education, and consulting company. Full of pizazz and endless new ideas, she adds sparkle to the world of wine! Her background is perfectly paired to her mission of helping people get "wine smarter." She has taught her unique wine classes since 2006. Her credentials are impressive, as Lindsay is Certified Advanced with the Wine & Spirits Education Trust (WSET), and is also a Certified Wine Educator (CWE), Lindsay has also been directing wine programs in the industry since 2004. She is now both San Diego and Ventura County's provider for WSET Certification (Wine & Spirits Education Trust) as overseen by Neptune School of Wine. www.wset.co.uk. The WSET has grown into the leading and most recognized educational program beverage industry worldwide. The courses are ideal for wine and spirits enthusiasts, professionals, or those interested in entering the industry. Classes start August 8th in San Diego, California. Visit winesmarties.com for class schedules, group classes, wine list consulting and event information.
415 Laurel street #216 | San Diego, CA
ph. 619-955-8884
www.winesmarties.com
ID: 4929
Tom DiNardo - The Wine Zealot
Tom DiNardo has worked in the wine industry in both California and Washington. With a reverence for the grape, Tom continues his passionate pursuit today as a wine consultant and educator who teaches others about oenology and wine collecting. Mr. DiNardo is a sommelier diplomate with the International Sommelier Guild and a member of the Society of Wine Educators. He is a freelance writer for Wine Enthusiast, Decanter, and Santé Magazines, and is a regular contributor to Wine Squire.com. Tom is a featured auctioneer for Chicago based ERI wine auction gallery, and has sold some of the finest and rarest wines from around the world. Mr. DiNardo is also a certified master appraiser (ISA-AM & MPPA)and prior to his wine immersion experience, Tom DiNardo founded DiNardo & Lord Auctioneersin 1993. Through these unique experiences, Tom has gained invaluable knowledge about the wine industry. Please view our Charity Auctions Calendar (http://www.auctionzip.com/WA-Auctioneers/271.html). To learn more about our Wine Appraisal Services (http://www.dinardoandlordauctioneers.com/content/certified_appraiser.htm).
ph. 888-503-0828
www.DiNardoandLordAuctioneers.com
ID: 334
Michele Graber CSW : M Wine Education & Consulting
Michele began ‘M’ Wine Education & Consulting in 2009 upon returning from a trip to France and Spain. Sharing her fifteen + years of acquired wine knowledge and introducing people to the world of wine is what ‘M’ loves to do. Michele has worked in Canada and the U.S. as a buyer and educator of wine and obtained numerous industry credentials. Drawing upon her expertise as an educator, global grape trotter and eternal student of wine, ‘M’ offers a series of fun, informative Classes and “Grape Escapes” that appeal to both the beginner and industry pro. Michele also provides consulting services and event planning to wine establishments, enthusiasts and groups of all kinds. “Wine uncomplicated from grape to glass.” Cheers, Salud, Santé, Cin Cin! 'M'
ph. 858-442-2749
www.mwineeducation.com
ID: 5839
Karin Kiser - Bacchus Wine Market
Ever wonder how to taste wine like a pro, read a French wine label or tell the difference between Barolo, Barbera and Brunello? If so, Karin's wine classes are for you. Karin informs and entertains hundreds of consumers a year with workshops, structured tastings and wine classes. Classes held at Bacchus Wine Market are limited to 15 people so you can taste and explore the world of wine in a fun and friendly environment. Check out www.bacchuswinemarket.com for the latest class listing. Karin can also design a wine class specifically for your group or event, whether at Bacchus or elsewhere in the county. How did Karin learn about wine? Hundreds of hours of tasting, along with some serious studying! She has a Diploma in Wine & Spirits from the Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET), is a Certified Wine Educator (CWE) from the Society of Wine Educators, and a Certified Spanish Wine Educator from La Academia del Vino de España. She is co-owner of Bacchus Wine Market in downtown San Diego, serves as judge for the San Diego County Fair’s Commercial Wine Competition and Homemade Wine Competition and is a member of San Diego’s professional Women in Wine group.
647 G Street | San Diego, CA
ph. 619-236-0005
www.bacchuswinemarket.com
ID: 6454
Phillis Carey--"The Casual Gourmet"
PHILLIS CAREY has been teaching cooking classes throughout Southern California for more than twenty-five years. Her classes cover a wide range of topics, from basic techniques to holiday feasts, from quick ways with chicken to vegetarian cooking, international and regional cuisines. Her focus is on easy-yet-elegant menus for entertaining with a gourmet accent and a minimum of fuss. As a free-lance food writer, Phillis’ articles have appeared in COOK’S ILLUSTRATED and COOKING PLEASURES magazines. She has also written cover stories for the food section of the San Diego Union-Tribune and has published four cookbooks, including two so far in her Fast and Fabulous series—FAST AND FABULOUS EASY ENTERTAINING MENUS AND FAST AND FABULOUS CHICKEN BREASTS. A native of California, she resides in north San Diego County. You can reach here through her website, www.PhillisCarey.com.
ph. 760-942-1756
www.PhillisCarey.com
ID: 4940
School for the Service Arts
Join accredited trainer, Debbie Thomas CSEP CDP and Certified Sommelier George Franceschi for fun and education. The program is for dining professionals and wine enthusiasts,and is approved by the American Culinary Federation and the International Sommelier Guild. Become a Certified Wine Associate. Are you certifiable?
ph. 7607165509
www.schoolfortheservicearts.com
ID: 6844
Curds and Wine, LLC
Learn to make your OWN wine and cheese at Curds and Wine! Come in any time, any time of year to make wine on site, we walk you through the process one-on-one and after 5-8 weeks you take home 28-30 bottles of wine, complete with personalized labels! We also offer seasonal Winemaking from Fresh Grapes courses. We also offer Cheesemaking Fundamentals classes where you learn all the basics to make any type of cheese at home. See our website for calendar and more information about upcoming classes.
7194 Clairemont Mesa Blvd | San Diego, CA
ph. 858-384-6566
www.curdsandwine.com
ID: 5262
SDSU Professional Certificate in the Business of Wine
The Business of Wine Professional Certificate helps prepare you for success in wine-related occupations. Most classes are held at restaurants and wineries. The series is directed to: restaurant managers, owners, entrepreneurs, winery employees, event planners, bartenders, bar managers, distribution and retail sales employees, wine enthusiasts, and anyone interested in moving into hospitality careers. Must be 21 years of age to register for this program.
5250 Campanile Drive | San Diego, California
ph. 619-594-6924
www.neverstoplearning.net/wine
ID: 6226
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