Pablo Aguilar

Pablo Aguilar is an Ecuadorian-born sommelier, wine educator, and hospitality consultant based in Tulsa, Oklahoma, coining the term “wine is food.” With over 25 years of experience, 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 bar to bring exotic flavors to the midwest.