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Wine Behind The Scenes

Wine Behind The Scenes

De : Laurel Simmons
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 Do you love and enjoy wine? Are you fascinated by everything about wine? If so, you'll love this show. Every other week, join Laurel Simmons, who is just like you, passionate about wine and who has explored it with much enthusiasm, intention, and travels as you escape into and explore stories about wine -- the places, tastes, smells, sights, and the people who enjoy it. Learn with her, laugh with her, taste, and travel with her as you explore Wine Behind The Scenes together.Laurel Simmons 2022-2023 Alimentation et vin Art Cuisine Sciences sociales Écritures et commentaires de voyage
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  • Upside Down and Inside Out: Wine and Food Pairings Re-imagined! - Special Replay

    Upside Down and Inside Out: Wine and Food Pairings Re-imagined! - Special Replay
    May 6 2026
    This week, we revisit a standout episode from the Wine Behind the Scenes Archives, one that invites you to break away from routine.

    Nothing could be more monotonous than sticking to the same flavours and combinations, meal after meal. Keeping your palate interested and excited through varying wine and food pairings can lead to a much more enjoyable experience.

    That's where experimentation and personal preferences play a significant role. Exploring new territory and challenging the palate can lead to beautiful discoveries you wouldn't have stumbled upon otherwise. My guest, Allison Pearce, a trailblazer in wine and food pairing, strongly advocates for this notion of experimentation.

    In this episode, you will be able to:
    • Discover unconventional pairing wine and food strategies to elevate your next dinner party.
    • Challenge traditional pairing norms and unlock new culinary experiences.
    • Learn how to pair wines successfully with tricky ingredients like garlic or tomatoes.
    • Find out how to cleverly use wines to complement missing flavours in your dishes.
    • Understand how personal taste shapes your enjoyment of wine and why it should be embraced.
    With a career beginning at Canada's grand La Coast Hotel in the late 90s, Allison quickly learned the art, being trained by a sommelier. She not only embraced the discipline but revolutionized it with her unique approach. Over time, her understanding of wine pairing has evolved, breaking traditional rules and norms.

    Armed with her knowledge, she started experimenting with unorthodox pairings that caught people's interest. A firm believer in flipping traditional pairings on their heads, she confidently pairs whites with red meats and vice versa. Her daring approach extends to matching wines to complement or contrast the food's flavour, challenging common misconceptions.

    She emphasizes that enjoying wine and food isn't confined to the classic pairings we're used to. Her innovative ideas extend to pairing wines with side dishes instead of the main course, a move unheard of in conventional circles. This avant-garde approach has become Allison's signature style, making her a food and wine pairing pioneer.

    Contact Allison:
    https://www.instagram.com/allifpearce/
    https://twitter.com/allisonfpearce
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    29 min
  • Buying Wine? How To (Maybe) Outsmart Your Brain: Special Replay

    Buying Wine? How To (Maybe) Outsmart Your Brain: Special Replay
    Apr 22 2026
    This week, we're revisiting the Wine Behind the Scenes Archives and bringing back one of our most popular episodes. In this episode of Wine Behind the Scenes, Laurel Simmons sits down with Dr. Antonia Mantonakis, also known as The Wine Psychologist, to explore how celebrity culture and subtle psychological triggers shape our wine choices, whether we realize it or not.
    From wine-tasting experiments with Olympic athletes to the endowment effect (a real thing!) and why we're more likely to buy something we've physically touched, Antonia shares her fascinating research into the subconscious forces behind buying and enjoying wine. This is a conversation that's as playful as it is eye-opening, especially when the person on the label might be altering your taste buds.

    Plus, Judith Lewis joins us at the end for a spirited take on the wonky wine term "firm finish." What does that even mean, anyway?

    What You'll Learn:
    • How celebrity endorsements change how wine tastes
    • The psychology behind touching a bottle and wanting to buy it
    • Why marketing matters more than most people think when it comes to wine
    • How our expectations shape the way we smell and taste wine
    • What the "endowment effect" is and how it shows up in tasting rooms
    Dr. Antonia Mantonakis is a professor of marketing and consumer psychology at Brock University and a Fellow at the Cool Climate Oenology and Viticulture Institute.

    Known as The Wine Psychologist, she has been featured in media outlets like CNN, The New York Times, and The Globe and Mail for her work on the subconscious factors that influence how we choose and enjoy wine.

    Her research blends science, psychology, and wine culture in ways that challenge what we think we know about our preferences—and she's here to break it all down for us.
    Ever picked a wine just because of who was on the label? This episode might explain why.

    Listen now at winebehindthescenes.com
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    32 min
  • Pouring It Out: Tea and Wine Secrets Revealed: Special Replay

    Pouring It Out: Tea and Wine Secrets Revealed: Special Replay
    Apr 8 2026
    This week, we dive back into the Wine Behind the Scenes Archives to listen to one of our most popular episodes. Today, we step beyond the vineyard and into the world of tea with renowned expert Nicole Wilson. Tea and wine share more in common than you might think! Both are shaped by terroir, tradition, and time. Nicole, a passionate educator and writer with over 15 years of experience, takes us on an adventure through the rich flavours, brewing techniques, and cultural significance of tea, revealing its fascinating parallels with wine. Whether you're a devoted tea drinker or a wine enthusiast, this episode will open your eyes to the artistry behind both beverages. So, pour yourself a cup, settle in, and prepare for an enlightening conversation that might just change the way you sip and savour forever! In this episode, you will be able to: Discover the fascinating parallels between tea and wine, including their shared origins from single plants: Camellia sinensis for tea and Vitis vinifera for wine.Learn about the importance of terroir in both beverages and how the environment influences flavour profiles, with specific examples from tea grown in the Wuyi Mountains.Explore the concept of aging in tea, particularly with Pu-erh tea, and how it can change flavour over time, similar to wine.Uncover the art of pairing tea with food, including unique combinations like tea and cheese, and how tea can enhance culinary experiences.Gain insights into emerging trends in the tea industry, including the shift towards single-origin teas and the growing interest in tea education among consumers. Nicole Wilson is a renowned tea expert and the creator of the popular blog, Tea For Me Please, which recently celebrated its 16th anniversary. Growing up in a household where tea was a daily ritual, Nicole's passion for this ancient beverage blossomed during her college years when she sought alternatives to coffee. Her journey into the world of tea deepened when she began writing for a tea website, receiving samples from around the globe and sharing her insights with an eager audience. With a focus on education, Nicole has transitioned her blog from product reviews to a rich resource for tea enthusiasts, exploring the complexities and nuances of tea. She is currently pursuing certification as a Tea Sommelier through the Tea and Herbal Association of Canada, further solidifying her expertise in the field. Nicole's extensive knowledge extends beyond tea; she has also worked in a wine shop, where she discovered fascinating parallels between tea and wine. Her unique perspective on the similarities between these two beloved beverages has made her a sought-after speaker and educator. In addition to her writing, Nicole is passionate about the cultural and social significance of tea, often drawing connections to its historical roots and the communal experiences it fosters. With over 150 varieties of tea in her collection, she continues to explore new flavours and pairings, including innovative recipes that blend tea with wine. When she's not sipping on her favourite brews or sharing her knowledge with others, Nicole can be found engaging with her audience on various social media platforms, where she inspires a growing community of tea lovers. Discover more about her journey and insights at TeaForMePlease.com. Contact Nicole Wilson here: Website: https://www.teaformeplease.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teaformepleaseTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@therealteaformepleaseInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/nicolewilsontea LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicoleamartin/Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/teaformeplease1/Tumblr: https://www.tumblr.com/teaformepleaseYoutube: https://www.youtube.com/teaformeplease
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    31 min
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