Through The Grapevine | Culture + Hospitality
Sommeliers Jeremy Troupe-Masi, Savannah Vento-Chun, and local business owner Matt Souza are joined by chefs, farmers, winemakers, entrepreneurs, and many more small business owners. TTG is the Tri-Valley's first and only hospitality podcast to bring you closer to the California Food & Beverage scene. Working alongside the many movers and makers of the industry, the team uses its experience and passion for community to showcase the many amazing human business related stories here in the East Bay. Join us for one hell of a conversation and be sure to subscribe if you love the POD
Episodes
This week on Through the Grapevine, we welcome Brad and Ally Kurtz of Vine Farm Ridge—Livermore Valley’s newest winery making big moves on the first ridge above the valley floor.
Brad returns to the show with Ally joining for the first time, and together they share the bold vision behind reviving a neglected 14-acre site, discovering its hidden potential, and replanting it to build a vineyard that honors both California heritage...
This week, Savannah and I sit down with Lisa Corti, owner of Butter & Batter Cookie Bar in Livermore. After 16 years in law enforcement, Lisa found healing and creativity in baking — turning it into a business that now serves her community in new and meaningful ways. We talk about her journey, the challenges and triumphs along the way, and how Butter & Batter has become both a passion and a platform for connection.
This week, I sit down with Holly and Eric Kung, the heart and soul behind Grounded Coffee in Livermore. We talk about what inspired them to open their shop, the magic of the “third space,” and how they measure the real impact of community. From sourcing local to giving back, Holly and Eric are proof that coffee can be a catalyst for connection.
#eatlocal #drinklocal #livelocal
In this episode, we sit down with sibling duo Ali & Addison Westbrook, the passionate owners behind Best Budz Vintage — downtown Livermore’s freshest new shop and a bold statement in sustainable style. More than just curating killer pieces from the ‘60s through the ‘90s, Aly and Addison are on a mission to fight fast fashion, raise awareness for conscious shopping, and create a collaborative hub for the community.
We talk about ...
Yo we are back in the studio with special guest Alameda County District 1 Supervisor - David Haubert & his assistant Lindsey Knight. David and his team have been working hard to put together the world's first Global AV,A consisting of over 10 regions from all over the world from Croatia, to Chinon, to South America. After a few months of inception the Livermore Valley is hosting their first event for the Global AVA at the Martinell...
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In this week's show we got to sit down with Todd Utikal. Owner and operator of Sidetrack Bar + Grill in Pleasanton,CA.
Todd shares how his experiences pushed him to open Sidetrack. From travel agent, auctioneer, broker, to civic ambassador. Todd gives us insight on how he has always been driven to give more than he takes and the bounty that it has bestowed upon him and his community. He gives us insight on what is it like to op...
This episode is loaded with fun, storytelling, laughter, and Wine! You heard it right, it has been too long since Team TTG has opened up a bottle of vino during the podcast. Chef Debbie Casey of Chef Debbie Meal Prep Service is in the studio with us, taking us through her 'Curious' journey as a publisher, teacher, world traveler, foodie, and now big league Chef helping to feed the Tri-Valley. From chicken feet to baked potatoes we ...
In this episode, Hannah Berglund takes us through her journey from small business dreamer to small business owner. Sharing what sacrifices had to be made so she and her husband Nic could one day become business owners. Hannah & Nic stumbled upon Livermore in 2017 and immediately fell in love with his small-town charm. Since opening its doors in 2022, they have quickly climbed the ranks as one of the top Chiropractic & Rehab...
In this episode, TTG is joined by Hospitality Entrepreneur & Real Estate Developer Michelle Boss. She owns the new Livermore Valley Wine Country Inn and is hoping to break ground soon. This 30-room boutique is a much-needed wine country acquisition that can help drive some amazing new tourism here in the region. Michelle takes us through her professional journey and shares what it has taken to get her to this point. Michelle al...
Join JTM as he takes on this Mastermind Recap solo bolo!
It is a one man show today! No energy, and no fun lost though. Tune in now for updates on local news, events going on here in the Livermore Valley as well as a full recap on the first R.I.S.E. Masterminds held at Good Morning Maxwell.
After three generations and over 100 years in business, Livermore is excited to announce that Meadowlark Dairy is headed our way! Slated to open this summer, the historic Meadowlark Dairy is opening its second location here in the heart of Downtown Livermore. We are joined by third-generation owner Jesse Takens as he takes us through the history and inception of 2.0.
Please help us welcome Jesse and the Meadowlark family into Liver...
Team TTG ventures a bit outside our normal conversation today. Feeling the weight of some rather polarizing national headlines. We felt the need to unpack some feelings with one another. Since taking office, our new administration has come on strong, targeting Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion. Making it the scapegoat for many of America's current socioeconomic downfalls. While at the core, we aim to galvanize meaningful conve...
Team TTG is back in the studio since their enormous R.I.S.E. Bankhead Theater event and is excited to chat about what is next. R.I.S.E. Masterminds is an in-person follow-up giving us the chance to sit down on a more intimate level and continue to create a community and a critical mass of small business entrepreneurs to help us move the needle and operationalize our success. We share some exciting local happenings from businesses t...
Welcome Back & Happy New Year
SVC + JTM returns from a winter slumber excited to talk about their upcoming event happening January 21st at the Bankhead Theater Of Performing Arts in Downtown Livermore.
Sharing exciting news about what you can expect from the event and this year's podcast. As well as answering some questions about what you can expect! Tickets are still live and will also be sold at the door. Don't miss your cha...
After several months of chasing one another, we are excited to sit down with the two men behind Foragers Market Co. Justin Johal and Harv Singh are the curators of our Livermore Farmers Market, along with San Ramon, Niles Fremont, and West Oakland. Since taking over management of our Livermore farmers, these two have completely revitalized how our community ability to come together and celebrate all that defines #eatlocal #drinkl...
Come hang out with just JTM on this episode. JTM takes you through some local news and updates. Livermore's second-largest brewery is coming to a close, and there are quite a few vacancies in downtown Livermore. What do you make of it?
Once warmed up, JTM dives into some exciting details about TTG's 2nd Annual Mixer. Last year we were excited to host this event at Almost Famous Wine Co. in the Vasco Row Makers District. This year ...
The Thrupple is back in the studio for episode 103 with Faith Alpher
A native of Teaneck, New Jersey, Faith Alpher has been delighting audiences for years. A trained actress, comedian, radio personality, wife, mother, and dog-lover, Faith has a remarkable gift for connecting with people of every background. On stage, her larger-than-life personality and willingness to share her life’s experiences openly and honestly, connects audi...
We are happy to be back after a little end-of-summer break. Lots has happened in the month that we have been away, and we are creeping closer and closer to election season. Join us as JTM sits down for a one-on-one interview with District 3 City Nominee Steven Dunbar. We felt obligated to sit down with a couple of community leaders and learn more about how they aim to impact the Livermore Valley and how they continue pushing the ...
We are happy to be back after a little end-of-summer break. Lots has happened in the month that we have been away, and we are creeping closer and closer to election season. Join us as JTM sits down for a one-on-one interview with District 4 City Nominee Kristie Wang [W-ong]. We felt obligated to sit down with a couple of community leaders and learn more about how they aim to impact the Livermore Valley and how they continue pushing...
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