In the tasting rooms of Napa and the cellars of Walla Walla, there’s a quiet bitterness growing — and it’s not coming from the tannins.American sommeliers, winemakers, and small producers are facing a reality where the biggest threat to their livelihood isn’t climate change, wildfires, or even shifting consumer tastes. It’s the very institution that […]
The Expansive World of Beauty: Insights from IBS and IECSC
I recently attended the International Beauty Show (IBS) and the International Esthetics, Cosmetics, and Spa Conference (IECSC) at the Javits Center in New York. What an experience! Imagine over 32,000 beauty professionals and enthusiasts—mostly women—all gathered to explore the latest industry trends and innovations. With more than 430 brands showcasing their newest products, it was […]
Bite Into Your Dining Future: International Restaurant & Foodservice Show
“This show is where trends are born and partnerships begin. It’s the heartbeat of what’s next in food.” — Show attendee, Executive Chef Carla Mendez, New York City The Javits Center was alive with energy as more than 14,000 professionals from across the restaurant and foodservice industry gathered for the 2025 International Restaurant & Foodservice Show […]
The White House vs. The Wine Industry:Power, Politics, and the Pour—Who Wins, Who Gets Crushed?
In the battle between the White House and the wine industry, the outcomes are unevenly distributed. While small and mid-sized producers struggle, major corporations with diversified portfolios and strong domestic distribution networks may weather the storm as they can absorb costs, leverage lobbying power, and even benefit if tariffs make foreign wines more expensive. The […]
Exporting Injustice: How Your Tax Dollars Fund Overseas Immigrant Detention
By U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement – www.ice.gov, Public Domain, https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=42959693 Immigration Policy or Prejudice The Trump administration has initiated efforts to deport migrants to various countries, including Libya, Rwanda, Benin, Eswatini, Moldova, Mongolia, and Kosovo. Negotiations are also underway to designate Latin American nations like Honduras and Costa Rica as alternative asylum destinations. These […]
Trump’s Policy Circle: When Influence Becomes Power
President Donald Trump does not arrive at his decisions solely through his own wit and wisdom. Instead, he is guided, instructed, encouraged, and flattered by a cadre of advisors, strategists, and confidants who have played a pivotal role in shaping his economic stance. This inner circle—composed of business leaders, policy experts, political operatives, and media […]
White House vs. Wine: Farmers, Producers, and Consumers Caught in an Economic Crossfire
President Donald Trump’s trade policies have significantly impacted the wine industry, domestically and internationally. In early 2025, he imposed a 10 percent tariff on all energy imports from Canada, which led Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to retaliate with 25 percent tariffs on approximately $20.7 billion worth of U.S. goods, including American beer, wine, and […]
Wines in Focus. D’Agata Wine Academy Presents
The moment I saw Ian D’Agata’s name attached to the event, I knew I knew the wines selected would be extraordinary. D’Agata’s reputation precedes him as he is a noted authority in the world of wine, admired not just for his deep knowledge but for the passion and precision he brings to every glass, every […]
From Crushed Grapes to Crushed Dreams: Power Plays Impacting Wine and Allied Sectors
The End Game: Elite Power Grabs Threaten Control of Global Economy Russia and the United States showcase contrasting strategies to extend their global dominance. While Russia invests heavily in military might—bullets, tanks, and strategic warfare—to expand territorial influence, the United States wields economic tools such as international trade agreements, sanctions, and financial maneuvers.Military conquest and […]
Trump + Musk + Putin Power Play: Game Theory or Global Tyranny (Part-1)
Who’s Really Shaping the Global Economy Around the world, governments are taking a more hands-on approach to managing their economies as a result of new heads of state in the United States. Although the current President of the country was born in the USA, educated in the USA and has conducted business in the USA, […]