Hospitality

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A sommelier expertly presenting a wine bottle to a couple in an elegant restaurant setting, highlighting the sommelier's crucial role in enhancing the dining experience.

The Table

The Modern Sommelier's Strategic Role and Value

The presence of a sommelier increases wine sales by 11.

Ryo Hashimoto·June 28, 2026

Patrons in a modern wine bar wearing VR headsets, experiencing virtual vineyards while holding wine glasses.

Drink

Top 5 Wine Bars Redefining the Experience in the US

At 'The Sommelier's Cloud' in Austin, guests don VR headsets to 'visit' vineyards before tasting.

Ryo Hashimoto·June 24, 2026

A vibrant restaurant interior showcasing a modern counter-service model with efficient operations and a positive atmosphere.

City Guides

Restaurants embrace counter service to boost sustainability in 2026

Faced with soaring post-pandemic costs, one restaurant owner is betting on a counter-service model to provide competitive wages and healthcare for employees, even as it reduces overall staff numbers.

Elif Kaya·June 23, 2026

A sommelier expertly presenting a wine bottle to guests in a luxurious fine dining restaurant setting.

The Table

What is the sommelier role in modern fine dining guest experience?

A sommelier at a top restaurant does more than recommend a bottle; they act as a storyteller, educator, sales strategist, and sensory guide, managing a complex operation that directly impacts the esta

Ryo Hashimoto·June 8, 2026

Upscale cocktail bar interior with subtle equestrian decor, featuring dark wood, leather, and abstract horse sculptures, evoking refined luxury.

City Guides

Equestrian themes gallop into upscale hospitality for 2026

Pony's, a new cocktail bar, is set to open in Red Hook, Brooklyn.

Elif Kaya·June 4, 2026