In this episode of the Principle of Hospitality podcast, Renee Buckingham sits down with James Audas, co-founder of Luna Wine Store, Bar Heather, Arc Wines, and Lo Fi Wines.
James shares his journey from starting in hospitality at a young age to becoming a successful wine importer and distributor. He discusses the challenges and triumphs of setting up wine-focused businesses in Byron Bay, his experiences working in high-end restaurants like Tetsuya's and NOMA, and the importance of building strong relationships within the industry.
The conversation also touches on the ethos of organic and natural wine farming and the significance of mentorship and education in hospitality. Tune in to learn about James's resilient approach and future plans for his ventures.
Please find our guest information here:
Website:
Lofi Wines: https://www.lofiwines.com/
Das juice: https://www.dasjuice.com.au/
Arc Wines: https://www.arcwines.com.au/
Luna wine shop: https://www.lunawinestore.com/
Bar Heather: https://www.barheather.com/
Instagram:
James: https://www.instagram.com/audasjames/
Lofi Wines: https://www.instagram.com/lofiwines/
Das juice: https://www.instagram.com/dasjuice/
Arc Wines: https://www.instagram.com/arcwines/
Luna wine shop: https://www.instagram.com/luna.winestore/
Bar Heather: https://www.instagram.com/heather.bar/
Please find us here at POH:
Website: https://principleofhospitality.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/principle_of_hospitality/
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