The Sipping Point: Wine, Food & More!
Learn the recipe for a delicious life each week with Laurie Forster, sought after speaker, certified sommelier and author of the award-winning book The Sipping Point: A Crash Course in Wine. Subscribe to The Sipping Point Podcast where each week Laurie will provide a fresh (and fun) look at the world of food, wine, spirits, travel and all that’s delicious in life. Laurie’s witty, no nonsense style is sure to be a breath of fresh air in the sometimes stuffy culinary world. Even though Laurie’s a certified sommelier, an award-winning author and wife to a world class chef, she’s not afraid to admit her first wine came from a box! Prepare to get practical, valuable and down-to-earth information from local and celebrity winemakers, chefs, brewers and more. She’ll also be taking your questions, so if there is something you’ve been dying to know about wine, food or anything else, prepare for an edu-taining answer. Make a note to tune into The Sipping Point Podcast each Wednesday. You’ll learn, laugh and gain a new perspective on what’s in your glass or on your plate! ____________ Website: www.thewinecoach.com Send all questions to laurie@thewinecoach.com.
Episodes
Check out all the great events Laurie has on the calendar in 2026 on her website at TheWineCoach.com/events including Sip & Style in Oxford, MD on 2/26 and Wine & Punchlines on 2/27 in Bridgeville, DE.
In this episode of The Sipping Point, Laurie Forster sits down with Mary Taylor, founder of Mary Taylor Wine, to explore how she built a groundbreaking import company centered on authentic, affordable European wines. Mary shar...
Check out all the great events Laurie has on the calendar in 2026 on her website at TheWineCoach.com/events including Sip & Style in Oxford, MD on 2/26 and Wine & Punchlines on 2/27 in Bridgeville, DE.
In this episode, I sit down with Amanda Johnson of Spy Valley Wines for a thoughtful and refreshingly honest conversation about family, place, and the future of wine. Amanda shares the story behind her family’s winemaking jour...
Check out all the great events Laurie has on the calendar in 2026 on her website at TheWineCoach.com/events including a few spaces still left in her Tuscany tour this October!
In this episode Laurie Forster sits down with Allister Ashmead of Elderton Wines for a conversation that may just change how you think about Australian wine. Allister shares the remarkable family history behind Elderton, from historic Barossa vineyards to a mo...
This episode of The Sipping Point dives into one of Maryland’s most iconic pairings—wine and oysters—through the lens of the new Sip & Shuck promotion launching February 1st. Joined by Matthew Scales of the Maryland Department of Agriculture and Regina McCarthy, General Manager of The Vineyards at Dodon, we explore how Maryland wine, beer, and spirits come together with local oysters to celebrate the state’s rich food and bever...
Check out all the great events Laurie has on the calendar in 2026 on her website at TheWineCoach.com/events including a few spaces still left in her Tuscany tour this October!
In this episode of The Sipping Point, Laurie Forster sits down with Ken MacKenzie, founder of Fresh Victor, to talk tequila, mixers, and the power of great ingredients to bring people together. Ken shares how a move to Guadalajara sparked a deep appreciation f...
Check out all the great events Laurie has on the calendar in 2026 on her website at TheWineCoach.com/events including a few spaces still left in her Tuscany tour this October!
In this episode, David Kong shares how he went from finance to founding Glasvin, the wine glass brand redefining how wine should actually taste. We dig into why glass construction matters more than most people realize, how the right shape can elevate the entir...
Check out all the great events Laurie has on the calendar in 2026 on her website at TheWineCoach.com/events including a few spaces still left in her Tuscany tour this October!
In this engaging conversation, Joe Roberts and Laurie Forster unpack the current state of the wine industry, from shifting consumption trends and health-conscious choices to the rise of non-alcoholic options. They explore what’s bubbling up right now—literally...
In this episode, Laurie Forster speaks with Alice Tétienne from the House of Henriot about the rich history of the champagne house, founded by a woman in 1808. They delve into the art of blending different grape varieties and crus to create unique champagnes, including the signature Brut Souverain and Blanc de Blancs. Alice shares insights on the challenges posed by climate change, emphasizing the importance of sustainable practice...
In this episode, Garth Hodgdon shares his unexpected path from aspiring college professor to becoming a respected sommelier and Champagne expert. He offers insight into what makes Champagne so unique—from its production process to the wide range of styles available—and highlights the joy of discovering smaller, lesser-known producers.
Garth also talks about the versatility of Champagne when it comes to food pairings, encouraging lis...
Looking for last minute gift ideas? Visit TheWineCoachClub.com for Laurie's Wine Picks & Packs. Use Code FORSTERCOACH for free shipping.
Don't forget that experiences last longer than things...check out Laurie's Event Calendar for some great upcoming events in February, March and beyond!
In this episode, Laurie sits down with Kevin Larkai and Monté Burrow, co-founders of Blackleaf Vodka, to talk about what it reall...
Looking for a great holiday gift for the wine lover on your list? Check out the Bubbly Pack or the Rhone Valley Pack that Laurie chose for $80 with FREE shipping if you use code FORSTERCOACH Order your Wine Packs at TheWineCoachClub.com
Laurie Forster sits down with culinary tastemaker Chadwick Boyd for a festive chat about holiday entertaining that’s joyful, budget-friendly, and blissfully simple. Chadwick shares his journey from f...
Join Laurie on 12/10 for Bubbly Bash 2025 where she will feature 3 of her favorite bubblies for the holidays and beyond! Register today and invite your friends over for a Sparkling evening. Click HERE for details & Tickets
In this episode, Laurie sits down with Jimmy Stovall, the CEO of Corky’s Barbecue, whose rise from drive-thru kid to the leader of a Memphis legend is the stuff of smoky, slow-cooked dreams. Jimmy dishes on Me...
In this episode of The Sipping Point, Laurie Forster shares her top wine picks for Thanksgiving, including a white wine, a sparkling wine, and a red wine. Laurie Forster also interviews Nikki Lamberti, a former Disney employee turned wine educator and entrepreneur. They discuss Nikki's journey from the East Coast to Napa Valley, her passion for wine, and the creation of her own winery, Sollevato Wines. The conversation also de...
Laurie's Bubbly Bash Pack has arrived! Check out the 3 bubblies she chose for $80 with FREE shipping if you use code FORSTERCOACH Order your Bubbly Pack at TheWineCoachClub.com
Join Laurie Forster as she sits down with Andrea Feugueur for a journey that starts in New York’s wine world and lands in the heart of Paris with the legendary Duboeuf family. Andrea opens up about her path into the French wine industry, the heritage beh...
Laurie's Bubbly Bash Pack has arrived! Check out the 3 bubblies she chose for $80 with FREE shipping if you use code FORSTERCOACH Order your Bubbly Pack at TheWineCoachClub.com
In this Thanksgiving special, Laurie and Chef Michael Forster tackle the turkey myths that trip up even seasoned home cooks. From those sneaky pop-up timers you shouldn’t trust to the real magic number for juicy perfection (hint: it’s 155°F), they dish o...
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In this episode, certified sommelier and cultural tastemaker Cha McCoy uncorks a fresh perspective on the world of wine. As founder of The Communion dinner series and author of the newly released book Wine Pairing for the People: The Communion of Wine, Food, and Culture from Africa and Beyond (released yesterday), Cha challenges long-held wine stereotypes and invites us to reimagine how wine fits into our everyday lives. She...
Laurie's Bubbly Bash Wine Pack has been released! Order yours for her upcoming tasting or to enjoy with friends and family at the holidays and beyond: www.thewinecoachclub.com
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In this episode, Alessandra Casini Bindi Sergardi shares her family's rich legacy in winemaking, rooted in Tuscany since 1349. She discusses the unique characteristics of Chianti Classico wines, including the importance of Sangioves...
Check out Laurie's upcoming events:
11/5 Uncork The Holidays Tasting (Easton, MD)
12/10 Bubbly Bash 2025 Tasting (Virtual)
October 2026: Treasures of Tuscany Wine Tour - 3 spots left!
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In this episode of The Sipping Point, I sit down with Napa legend Tor Kenward, whose name is practically woven into the vines of California wine history. Tor shares stories from his incredible journey in the wine world—from his early days in ...
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In this episode of The Sipping Point, Laurie Forster sits down with Kimberly Noelle Charles, a marketing visionary and co-founder of Come Together – A Community for Wine, to uncork the story behind her remarkable career and the inspiration for the Come Over October movement. Together, they explore how wine can break down barriers, spark connection, and turn simple gatherings into unforgettable experiences. From pairing insig...
Want to go to Tuscany with Laurie in 2026? Email laurie@thewinecoach.com for a brochure all about her Treasures of Tuscany Wine Tour October 12-17, 2026--A wine filled week exploring the best wine and food that Tuscany has to offer!
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In this episode of The Sipping Point, Laurie Forster, The Wine Coach®, uncorks a conversation with Monika Elling, founder and CEO of Lo Secco Prosecco. Together, they dive into the story behind th...
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