The Sipping Point: Wine, Food & More!
Learn the recipe for a delicious life each week with Laurie Forster, sought after speaker, certified sommelier and author of the award-winning book The Sipping Point: A Crash Course in Wine. Subscribe to The Sipping Point Podcast where each week Laurie will provide a fresh (and fun) look at the world of food, wine, spirits, travel and all that’s delicious in life.
Laurie’s witty, no nonsense style is sure to be a breath of fresh air in the sometimes stuffy culinary world. Even though Laurie’s a certified sommelier, an award-winning author and wife to a world class chef, she’s not afraid to admit her first wine came from a box!
Prepare to get practical, valuable and down-to-earth information from local and celebrity winemakers, chefs, brewers and more. She’ll also be taking your questions, so if there is something you’ve been dying to know about wine, food or anything else, prepare for an edu-taining answer.
Make a note to tune into The Sipping Point Podcast each Wednesday. You’ll learn, laugh and gain a new perspective on what’s in your glass or on your plate!
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- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 15 minutes
- Episodes
- 350
- Years Active
- 2011 - 2025
Artisan Cheese and Wine Pairings with Mike Koch of Firefly Farms
Summary
In this episode, Laurie Forster and Mike Koch explore the world of artisan cheese making at Firefly Farms, discussing the nuances of blue cheeses and their perfect wine pairings. They share in…
Sollevato Wines & Thanksgiving Wine Pairings
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In this episode of The Sipping Point, Laurie Forster shares her top wine picks for Thanksgiving, including a white wine, a sparkling wine, and a red wine. Laurie Forster also interviews Nikki …
The Evolution of New Zealand Wine with Erica Crawford of Loveblock Wine
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The Art of Sparkling Wine Production at Domaine Willamette in Oregon
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In this episode of The Sipping Point, host Laurie Forster introduces the concept of sparkling wines and shares essential tips for opening and enjoying them. She emphasizes the importance of gl…
Rebel School of Wine with Tyler Balliet
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In this episode, Laurie starts out by sharing some pro tips on ordering wine at a restaurant. Then she welcomes Tyler Balliet, author of 'Rebel School of Wine', shares his journey in wine educ…
Oregon Pinot Noir with Melissa Burr of Stoller Wine Group
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In this episode, Laurie and Melissa Burr delve into the world of Stoller Wine Group, exploring its origins, growth, and commitment to sustainability. Melissa shares her journey into winemaking…
Talking Women & Whiskey with Lodestar Whiskey
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In this episode of The Sipping Point, host Laurie Forster speaks with Anna Axster & Wendelin von Schroder, the founders of Lodestar Whiskey. They discuss their journey from the music industry …
The Evolution of Non-Alcoholic Wines with Rachel Martin of Oceano Wines
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In this episode of The Sipping Point, host Laurie interviews Rachel Martin from Oceano Wines, discussing her journey in the wine industry, the rise of non-alcoholic wines, and the unique quali…
Heron Hill Winery with Jordan Harris
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In this episode of The Sipping Point, host Laurie speaks with Jordan Harris from Heron Hill Winery about his journey from Virginia to the Finger Lakes, the unique qualities of Riesling and Bla…
Celebrate Orange Wine Day with Doreen Winkler of Orange Glou
On this episode, Laurie Forster welcomes Doreen Winkler from Orange Glou, a New York City store specializing in orange wine. They explore the history and rising popularity of orange wine, its unique …
Chloe Wines – Georgetta Dane
Georgetta's path to Chloe Wines started in her home country of Romania and involved her husband's night out at the pub with his buddies. Listen to her journey to the US and now as Lead Winemaker at C…
Interview: Rosé for Summer – Wines of Provence
Great Rosé wines are wonderful any time of year but especially in the warmer months. If there is a mecca for pink wines than it would be in Provence, France. No other wine region is so tied to the wo…
Interview: Jean Trimbach of Maison F.E. Trimbach in Alsace
Jean is part of the 12th generation of Trimbachs to make wine from these classified vineyards since 1626. Pierre Trimbach (Jean's brother) is the winemaker who focuses his effort on making wine in th…
Don’t Miss Out on The Sipping Point Podcast!
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Interview: Jordan Winery – Lisa Mattson
Lisa Mattson is the marketing brains behind Jordan Winery's award winning BLOG, spirited wine videos and their popular club newsletter. These are just a few of the things she does to keep their winer…
Mimi Nye from Chateau Ste Michelle
Mimi Nye has been growing grapes at Chateau Ste Michelle's Canoe Ridge Vineyard located in the Horse Heaven Hills wine region in Washington state.
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Head High Wines with Sam Spencer
Laurie tastes and talks with Sam Spencer, one of the partners that created Head High Winery in the Sonoma Coast appellation of California. Sam Spencer comes to Head High Wines with a long and disting…
Tullamore D.E.W. for St. Patrick’s Day
Tim Herlihy, US Brand Ambassador at Tullamore D.E.W., joined Laurie for a tasting of 3 of their Irish Whiskeys along with reports from his 50 city Irish Pub Tour of the USA! Learn what makes Tullamor…
Inspired Valentine’s Day Wine & Chocolate Pairings
Laurie sips and chats with Susannah Siger owner of Ma Petite Shoe in the Hampden neighborhood of Baltimore, MD. Her shop features fashion forward European shoes and gourmet chocolates from all over t…
Paris Cocktails with Doni Belau
This week on The Sipping Point Laurie sips a French 75 Squared with Doni Belau. Ms Belau is the author of Paris Cocktails: An Elegant Collection of Over 100 Recipes Inspired by the City of Light and …