The Color of Wine Presents: Tonya Pitts of One Market
Release Date: 08/22/2019
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info_outlineIn this episode we had the pleasure of speaking with Tonya Pitts of One Market. Tonya and I speak about:
- Wine and Food scene in San Francisco
- Working on the floor of One Market
- How to deal with wine trends while running a wine program
- And so much more……………
Tonya’s Bio
Tonya Pitts has been in the food and beverage industry for over 20 years. Her career started in St. Louis, Missouri as a host during college. Tonya was very fortunate to be surrounded by nurturing food and wine professionals who realized that she had a palate. Tonya’s Fine Art studies relocated her to the Bay Area and a new chapter was born. Tonya’s first job in San Francisco was with Chef Judy Rodgers at Zuni Cafe and Chef Jeremiah Tower at Stars Restaurant as a server. Needless to say, Tonya only paints for fun now. After three years, Tonya was running the wine program for Loretta Keller at Bizou Restaurant. It was with Loretta Keller that Tonya realized her true passion for wine. Tonya has worked in many notable houses in the bay area and has been featured in Wine & Spirits Magazine, Tasting Panel and numerous news and industry publications. She is also a judge for the San Francisco International Wine Competition and is a tasting panelist for Wine and Spirits Magazine. Tonya is currently pursuing wine studies with the Court of Master Sommeliers and continues to educate herself and others on the world of wine.
For more information:
https://www.onemarket.com
Social Media:
Instagram: @noirsommelier
Facebook:@tonyapitts
Twitter: @noirsommelier
https://www.inconnuwine.com/bio.html