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Charles Schwab - Private Party Case Study

Exposing millionaires to new wine picks (for most) the first time is thrilling. Working with a celebrity-esq chef put this event over the top. This was the farewell dinner for a five day company retreat.

Company/Organization

Charles Schwab

Event Size

120 People

Location

Vaga restaurant – Alila Marea. Encinitas, CA

Charles-Schwab
Mark's Sips

It was memorable to exchange a microphone with chef Claudette Zepeda, a James Beard semifinalist and competitor on Top Chef and Iron Chef. I paired premium wines with each custom course and enjoyed creating the tasting palate as her food is quite unique and eccentric. The two of us brought to life the wines and why they’d pair with each course. Her food is quite unique and eccentric, finding premium wines to compliment the food was fun. Based on years of my live-action sommelier experience, I worked with the property beverage manager to determine what wines were available. Connecting with the guests during the evening was rewarding and one of my highlights.

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