Welcome to the Next Generation and Episode 2148 of the Italian Wine Podcast. Today McKenna Cassidy interviews Tory O'Haire. In this episode McKenna and Tory have a chat about everything wine from his experience in writing, wine education for businesses and his journey in his own wine education.

More about today’s guest:

Torrence is the Corporate Beverage Director for Gage Hospitality Group, where he manages wine & spirits programs and leads staff education across four Chicago-area restaurants. He is also a writer and the Chicago Ambassador for Star Wine List, a guide to restaurants and bars with top-tier wine lists. Torrence holds certifications from the Guild of Master Sommeliers, the Society of Wine Educators and Wine Scholars Guild. Prior to his role at Gage, he was a Professor of Wine & Spirits at Kendall College of Hospitality. He comes from a culinary background, having spent years as a chef, culinary instructor and food writer, with a particular penchant for Italian food, wine and culture. 

Connect: 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bacchanology/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/trohaire/

More about the host:

McKenna found her love of wine while serving in a Napa Valley tasting room. She later graduated from the University of Notre Dame and pursued wine on the East Coast with E. & J. Gallo Winery. She has worked in wine distribution for restaurants and luxury retail stores for the past three years. Originally from Phoenix, Arizona, McKenna is a Certified Specialist of Wine (2021), Certified Sommelier (2022), and Italian Wine Ambassador (2023). She loves country swing dancing, hosting brunch parties, and sipping Italian Wine.

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Website Youtube: McKenna Cassidy

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