June Rodil / Photo by Matt Harrington
For many who grew up in the Philippines or in a Filipino household, alcohol meant beer and spirits. Wines were often considered inaccessible and expensive. Plus, there’s a misconception that Filipino food doesn’t go well with wine.
These five Filipino and Filipino-American sommeliers are helping to change that narrative in the United States. While there are challenges to being in a Western-leaning industry, these professionals also appreciate the opportunities to share their culture and heritage.
June Rodil MS
Houston
As a young girl in Cavite, Philippines, Rodil would walk to the palengke, or wet market, every morning with her grandfather, a fisherman, to choose the produce that her grandmother would later cook for them. So began her love of food.
Les Dames D Escoffier New York Hosts The Next Big Sip Webinar
Beverage Experts Share Industry Trends and Takeaways for 2021 February 02, 2021
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (January 26th, 2021, NEW YORK, NY) Business leaders from all sectors of the beverage industry will share projections and best practices for off-premises services, diversity and inclusivity and other key issues impacting the hospitality space in a webinar on February 8th.
“The Next Big Sip,” presented by Les Dames d’Escoffier New York (LDNY), will feature five wine and spirits experts who will explore a host of critical issues and opportunities that have emerged during the pandemic, and will discuss takeaways for 2021. The second annual webinar will take place at 5pm (EST) on Zoom.