National Restaurant Association

Session : IWSB1436
How to Take Your Craft Program from Ordinary to Extraordinary Wine, Spirits and Beer
Conference : 2014 International Wine, Spirits & Beer Event
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$45.00

Paul Tanguay

Steve McDonagh Panelist Mixologist The Hearty Boys

Maeve Webster Panelist Senior Director Datassential

Greg Sanders Moderator Group Publisher Food News Media

Connie Gentry

Description If you could apply one word to the top trend in beverages-it is "craft." Craft beer, of course, is well-known and continues to grow in popularity on restaurant menus, but craft cocktails and craft sodas are also beginning to make their mark. This session examines the trend through both data and real-world success stories to help you understand why it matters, what's working for others, and how you can make "craft" work for you.

Session : IWSB1442
Champagne and Sparkling Wines: Is The Bubble Bursting?
AUDIO ONLY
Conference : 2014 International Wine, Spirits & Beer Event
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$45.00

Tom Caestecker Jr. Moderator Editor The Tasting Panel

Mr. Daniel Freedman Panelist State of Illinois Manager Richer Pour Wine Co.

Arthur Hon Panelist Sommelier and Wine Director Sepia Restaurant

Scott Quint Panelist Wine Director Quince

Nancy Sabatini Panelist Wine Buyer Mainstreet Wines

Description The Tasting Panel Magazine and The SOMM Journal present a prestigious panel of sommeliers and wine professionals tackling big questions, including how loyalties have changed, on-premises buyer perception, style trends vs. broad appeal, and the economy's effect on the great houses. Watch the debate, learn and enjoy.

Session : IWSB1446
The Art of Beverage and Food Pairings
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Conference : 2014 International Wine, Spirits & Beer Event
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Kevin Hickey Panelist Executive Chef & Partner Bottlefork

Jared Rouben Panelist Brewmaster Moody Tongue Brewing Company

Description Pairing food and drink is a natural combination and the right drink can enhance your customer's meal and the wrong one can ruin it. Explore your culinary sensory awareness with pairings. Learn how food and beer, wine and spirits interact with each other. Study contrasting or complementary flavors, textures and intensity. During this session experts will help demystify the challenge of food and beverage pairing and you will leave with a much better understanding on how to make the perfect match.

Session : IWSB1456
The Great Martini Debate!
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Conference : 2014 International Wine, Spirits & Beer Event
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Mr. Tony Abou-Ganim Speaker Mixologist The Modern Mixologist

Description Think a Martini is just a Martini? Join Tony Abou-Ganim, The Modern Mixologist, for closer look at this quintessential cocktail. Straight up or on the rocks; olive, onion or twist; gin or vodka; bitters? orange or Angostura; vermouth or no vermouth? Plus perhaps the greatest query: shaken or stirred? Whatever your perceptions of the Martini, this is sure to be an educational and entertaining journey into this iconic drink.

Session : IWSB1462
Hot Trends for Increased Beverage Sales
Conference : 2014 International Wine, Spirits & Beer Event
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$45.00

Glenn Schmitt Moderator President MarkeTeam, Inc.

Stuart McGuire Panelist F&B Concept Development and Beverage Director Walt Disney Parks and Resorts

Stuart Melia Panelist Vice President, Beverage CraftWorks Restaurants & Breweries, Inc.

Ken Taylor Panelist Associate Vice President, Food & Beverage Operations Royal Caribbean International

Description Learn how you can increase beverage sales by understanding and acting on current industry trends. Hear case studies from throughout the industry, as well as first-hand accounts from experts on successful beverage programs and innovations that are driving sales and profitability. Walk away with tips for applying beverage strategies to your restaurant.

Session : IWSB1469
Trends in Beer: Adding Value Through Your Beer List
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Conference : 2014 International Wine, Spirits & Beer Event
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$45.00

Dr. Bart Watson Moderator Staff Economist Brewers Association

John Holl Panelist Editor All About Beer Magazine

Jon Lang Panelist Head Brewer, Partner Triton Brewing

Scott Hempstead Panelist Director - On Premise National Accounts Boston Beer Company

Description Delve into the rapidly expanding world of craft beer, including market trends, national on-premises growth and popular styles. Then, hear from a diverse panel including a restaurateur, a journalist, a large brewer and a small brewer who all specialize in craft beer, provide their unique perspectives on how restaurateurs should incorporate craft beer into their business model and build a beer list that adds value to your restaurant.