FoodAI-ILLUSTRATEDAI-ILLUSTRATED · 2022
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“If I'm being honest, most sommeliers at my level can't consistently tell the difference between a $200 and a $60 bottle in a blind tasting. What we're really good at is reading the table, understanding what will make someone feel sophisticated, and telling a story that justifies the markup. The theater is the product.”
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Head Sommelier at Exclusive Manhattan Restaurant
Head Sommelier
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Editor's note: Dismantles professional mystique while acknowledging the performative aspect of high-end dining service
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