Pablo Aguilar

Pablo Aguilar is an Ecuadorian-born sommelier, wine educator, and hospitality consultant based in Tulsa, Oklahoma, coining the term “wine is food since 1999.” With over 30 years of experience in hospitality and 18 years as a Sommelier. He has Hold steadfastly the stewardship of wine integrity as a food product and agricultural staple, He has worked with renowned chefs like Alain Ducasse and David Bouley, and founded Wine Is Food LLC to offer curated wine tastings, education, and consulting. He authored Wine Is Food: The Total Wine Guide and the bilingual Latin Connoisseur Wine Guide, both emphasizing wine’s cultural and culinary importance. A Groundbreaking Approach to Wine

Pablo’s philosophy revolves around the concept of “eating” wine, not just drinking it. He emphasizes the emotional and spiritual connection between wine, food, and service. In his book, “Wine is Food” (Second Edition), Pablo delves deeper into this unique approach, offering a refreshing perspective for both connoisseurs and newcomers, exploring the emotional and spiritual connection between wine, food, and service. His approach demystifies wine, blending emotional connection, service excellence. Pablo has opened WineIsFood to raise the bar to bring new flavors and the best service to the midwest.