Italian Wine Podcast

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: