Originally from the suburbs of Philadelphia, Kristine’s culinary career began at home where she learned the basics of cooking with her family. Her passion for food and hospitality took her to the Culinary Institute of America in New York City where she earned degrees in Culinary Arts and Restaurant Management. After finding herself in Chicago, she graced the kitchens of Graham Elliot and Morimoto before exploring front-of-house roles and developing an interest in wine during her time at Spiaggia, Swift & Sons, and Somerset. At Galit, she curates a unique wine list with focus on natural and Middle Eastern selections. Kristine is dedicated to creating memorable experiences for guests through the coupling of great wine and her genuine hospitality.
R.I.P. Alan Dikty
In Memoriam: Alan Dikty (August 5, 1954 – March 25, 2026) Everyone at Beverage Testing Institute is grieving the loss of our dear colleague, a partner, and friend, Alan Dikty. Since the mid-19...
2026 World Packaging Competition Winners
2025 was another tough year for the adult beverage industry. Alcohol sales were down due to the convergence of several “perfect storms” of obstacles on multiple fronts: tariffs and resulting trade...