HERstory 2022: Celebrating Women in the Wine, Spirits and Brewery Industries | San Francisco Public Library

Women Making Waves in Spirits, Beer, and Wine

by Ewing, Hope

Book - 2018

Veteran bartender Hope Ewing sets out to debunk the outdated perceptions of women in the alcohol industry. She seeks out the leaders and innovators in th...Show more Veteran bartender Hope Ewing sets out to debunk the outdated perceptions of women in the alcohol industry. She seeks out the leaders and innovators in the industry to tell their stories, share their experiences, and foster collaboration in an ever changing and evolving realm of alcoholic beverages. Show less

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The Widow Clicquot

The Story of A Champagne Empire and the Woman Who Ruled It

by Mazzeo, Tilar J.

Book - 2008

Leave it to an undaunted and visionary young widow to carry on and build a champagne empire. Barbe-Nicole Clicquot Ponsardin is the woman behind the lege...Show more Leave it to an undaunted and visionary young widow to carry on and build a champagne empire. Barbe-Nicole Clicquot Ponsardin is the woman behind the legendary label synonymous with excellence, quality and luxury to this day. Tilar Mazzeo brings her story to life in this highly accessible and entertaining biograpy. Show less

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Girly Drinks

A World History of Women and Alcohol

by O'Meara, Mallory

Book - 2021

Skinny margaritas, appletinis, cosmos . . . drinks for girls, eh? Mallory O'Meara asks, " who decided that drinking was a gendered act?" as she ...Show more Skinny margaritas, appletinis, cosmos . . . drinks for girls, eh? Mallory O'Meara asks, " who decided that drinking was a gendered act?" as she sets out to turn that myth on its head with this delightful and entertaining history and commentary on women and the guilty pleasure of enjoying alcoholic beverages alongside the boys. Cheers and enjoy whether straight up no chaser or on the rocks! Show less

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Wine Girl

The Obstacles, Humiliations, and Triumphs of America's Youngest Sommelier

by James, Victoria

Book - 2020

Breaking into the competitive field of sommeliers is filled with challenges and obstacles. Victoria James takes us through her journey to become certified...Show more Breaking into the competitive field of sommeliers is filled with challenges and obstacles. Victoria James takes us through her journey to become certified, tested, challenged, and finally accepted in the elite profession charged with judging, discerning, and curating wine and spirits collections. Show less

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WOMAN'S PLACE IS IN THE BREWHOUSE

A Forgotten History of Alewives, Brewsters, Witches, and Ceos

by NURIN, TARA.

eBook - 2021

With this eye opening and enlightening history,Tara Nurin reminds us that the brewery has not always been in the domain of male brewsters alone. In fact,...Show more With this eye opening and enlightening history,Tara Nurin reminds us that the brewery has not always been in the domain of male brewsters alone. In fact, this book is truly a bold herstory of the craft of brewing in the hands of women through the centuries to the present. Enjoy with your favorite lager, beer or ale. Cheers! Show less

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Women of the Vine

Inside the World of Women Who Make, Taste, and Enjoy Wine

by Brenner, Deborah

Downloadable Audiobook - 2020

Deborah Brenner takes us into the world of the ever growing numbers of women winemakers, sommeliers, and connoisseurs. In an industry which compliments fo...Show more Deborah Brenner takes us into the world of the ever growing numbers of women winemakers, sommeliers, and connoisseurs. In an industry which compliments food and the pleasures of the table and the palate, it is not surprising that more women are gravitating towards careers in or avocations for wine production and degustation. Show less

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Wine Country Women of Napa Valley

by Mandro, Michelle

Book - 2017

Michelle Mandro profiles celebrates the leading ladies of California's Napa Valley. From wine makers to tastemakers in the wine industry, this book offers...Show more Michelle Mandro profiles celebrates the leading ladies of California's Napa Valley. From wine makers to tastemakers in the wine industry, this book offers an inside view of the lives of such Napa Valley luminaries as Violet Grgich of Grgich Hills Estate, Leslie Frank of Frank Family Vineyards, Stephanie Honig of Honig Vineyard & Winery, Susan Hoff of Fantesca Estate & Winery, Sandy Davis of Davis Estates, and Genevieve Janssens of Robert Mondavi Winery, among many others. Recipes and wine pairings included. Show less

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The Vineyard Years

A Memoir With Recipes

by Blosser, Susan Sokol

eBook - 2017

In this memoir complete with favorite recipes, Susan Blosser recounts her years spent working as a vintner to produce small quality vintages. In this bac...Show more In this memoir complete with favorite recipes, Susan Blosser recounts her years spent working as a vintner to produce small quality vintages. In this back to the land memoir that complements the slow food movement, Sokol weaves in themes of feminism, love, and loss as well as shares delicious recipes representing key moments and milestones in her life. Show less

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Jane Hunter Growing A Legacy

by Anderson, Tessa

eBook - 2010

A true pioneer in the wine industry, Jane Hunter's story is an inspiration of hard work and determination in the face of challenging odds. Hunter went on ...Show more A true pioneer in the wine industry, Jane Hunter's story is an inspiration of hard work and determination in the face of challenging odds. Hunter went on know success with her Marlborough Sauvignon Blancs and by challenging the established rules of the industry worldwide. Now an internationally respected vintner‚ and recipient of the prestigious Women in Wine Award and an OBE‚ Hunter shares both her own extraordinary story and its part in the history of the modern New Zealand wine industry. Show less

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Women of Wine

The Rise of Women in the Global Wine Industry

by Matasar, Ann B.

Book - 2006

“Women of Wine” is Ann Matasar’s master compendium of women in the global wine industry. It is a who’s who of the key women participants and active player...Show more “Women of Wine” is Ann Matasar’s master compendium of women in the global wine industry. It is a who’s who of the key women participants and active players in world of wine at the beginning of the 21st century. An excellent source for the wine historian as well as the curious reader. Show less

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