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4 | t h e c l e v e r r o o t COURTNEY SCHIESSL is a Brooklyn-based wine journalist, educator, and consultant who has held sommelier positions at some of New York's top restau- rants. Her work has appeared in Forbes, SevenFifty Daily, The SOMM Journal, and VinePair, among other publications, and she's currently pursuing the WSET Diploma in Wines. Featured Contributor WHEN I FIRST MET JEAN-CHARLES BOISSET, I couldn't help but be enamored with his smile: the way his lips curled with a corresponding gleam in his eye that was almost imp- ish. Fifteen years later, I'm thrilled to see this renaissance man contribute countless innovations to the wine indus- try and beyond as he ventures forth into the culinary and olfactory realms, as well: Books, gourmet foods, candles, and even perfume now engulf his synergistic lifestyle. I'm thrilled to feature Boisset on our fall cover, as he made quite a colorful muse for our Editors and Art Director! In the pages of this issue, you'll travel with The Clever Root from Paris and Copenhagen to Mexico City as our writers explore international treasures more than worthy of your tabletops. If you're adventurous, you'll take heed of our salute to the "art" of ingesting insects through our new col- umnist's series on an unconventional way to get your daily protein. You'll also continue to learn about the developing world of cannabis through stories examining the trends, brands, and people creating the roadmap for future success—or should I say, greener pastures—in this burgeoning industry. You may not be able to directly experience the aromatics of this issue's featured perfumes, wines, and spirits, nor taste the vivid dishes and smell the aromas of California-grown cannabis, but you're sure to discover many future favorites on the following pages. So sit down, pour yourself something nice, and add to what we hope is an ever-growing wish list of places to eat, drink, and explore. Looking forward to much more in 2019, Meridith May, Publisher LETTER FROM THE PUBLISHER I Believe in Wishcraft Contributors Cal Bingham, Rina Bussell, Randy Caparoso, Emily Coleman, Jeff Cox, Phillip Dobard, Madelyn Gagnon, Christine Havens, Alan De Herrera, Richard Carleton Hacker, Sionnie LaFollette, Melissa Marrapese, Aly Moore, Timothy Murray, Alexander Rubin, Hana-Lee Sedgwick, Craig Sherod, Merrill Shindler, Becky Tsadik, Irene S. Virbila, Todd Westphal ■cr PHOTO: JEREMY BALL Are you a member of the hospitality industry? Subscribe to The Tasting Panel and The SOMM Journal. Whether it's grape to glass or farm to fork, we've got you covered. With sister publications that focus on the people and trends driving the F&B industry, The Tasting Panel and The SOMM Journal are dedicated to working with our marketing partners to tell engaging and impactful stories. While each platform has its own unique voice, we take pride in consistently delivering custom editorial content and photography that bring brands, regions, producers, and portfolios to life in a dynamic and compelling way. The Tasting Panel offers an insider's look at the tastemakers and trendsetters in today's growing beverage industry. From winemaker profiles to brand breakdowns, this leading voice is published eight times per year and gets up close and personal with today's wine and spirits influencers. Designed to pique the interest of the geekiest wine and spirits aficionados, The SOMM Journal is a bimonthly magazine with a serious cult following. From vertical tastings of some of the fin- est vintages to content delving deep into the concept of terroir, The SOMM Journal is read by the most educated and involved members of the trade. To sign up for your free subscriptions, send an email to me at MMay@TastingPanelMag.com with your industry qualifications.

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