Steven Olson
Steven Olson, aka wine geek, is dedicated to the education and consultation of degustation for appreciation and celebration. He teaches, lectures, and writes about wine, beer, spirits, sake, and virtually any other beverage under the sun, discussing their integral cause-and-effect relationship with food as he preaches the gospel of his mission: making tasting fun by removing the intimidation factor and the pretense.
You may recognize Steve from one of his many stops on the lecture circuit, as the performer / host of several trade education and product information videos, or as the former co-host (with Andrea Immer Robinson) of QUENCH, the Food Network’s weekly program that celebrated what's happening in the world of beer, wine and spirits. His is currently on the air as the co-host of Spirit Basics, an in-depth look at the history, production, and uses of the world's leading spirits...Read More
Andy Seymour
One of America’s top mixologists, Andy Seymour brings a diversity of experience to the profession. Introduced to the boards by his wife, Jennie Carr, who was herself, one of New York’s top bartenders, Andy developed a passion for the craft of cocktails working in clubs and high volume bars in New York City and the Hamptons. While he was bartending to pay for college and embarking upon an acting career, Andy was repeatedly asked to produce original cocktails for his customers. In 1993, Andy began a three year stint at noted New York live music destination, The Louisiana Community Bar & Grill where he settled in as lead bartender. His enthusiasm for creating drinks became a top priority.
In 1994, Andy met his greatest influence in the spirits world--industry expert and educator, Steve Olson. Working together, Andy acquired a deep knowledge and understanding of spirits and he refined the basis for his approach to cocktails and mixology; integrating fresh juices and purees and working with high-end products...Read More
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