In this episode, Hanna Lee and Michael Anstendig of Hanna Lee Communications chat with Susan Kostrzewa, Editor in Chief, Wine Enthusiast. Susan has more than 20 years of experience as a reporter and editor with deep expertise in all things related to wine, beer and spirits. She has also contributed to several books on wine, food and travel.
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Tune in to hear this veteran reporter share her thoughts on:
How Wine Enthusiast caters to the “cross drinker” who enjoys not only wine, but also spirits and beer as well.
How she describes her role as Editor in Chief.
Why both casual and fine dining will have a place in the post-pandemic world.
How industry talent can earn the magazine’s coveted, annual Wine Star Awards.
How Wine Enthusiast is open to pitches directly from beverage industry professionals who have important stories to share.
Why Italy’s Amalfi Coast will be her first destination when travel resumes.
Susan also answers a listener question from Aaron Thompson and Jessica King of Sapphire in Knoxville, Tenn. They ask what consumer behaviors or culture shifts she foresees emerging from the pandemic for bars and restaurants.
Connect with Susan on IG and Twitter at @suskostrzewa and Wine Enthusiast’s editorial team at editor@wineenthusiast.net.
Connect with hosts Hanna Lee (@hannaleeny), Michael Anstendig (@michaelanstendig) and our agency (@hannaleepr) on IG.