Partners

LearnAboutWine partners with the best names around town and within collaborations in wine. Check out our current active partnerships below.

Since 1967, as one of the first cheese stores in the country, we’ve been proud to offer our Los Angeles customers, as well as those visiting from around the globe, a unique experience tasting rare and seasonal cheeses while offering a wide variety of other gourmet products and international delicacies. Discover over 600 varieties of the highest quality imported cheeses, freshly made pastas, sauces, tapenades and spreads, and the very best in wines, caviar, seasonal truffles, charcuterie and gourmet foods. Our sandwiches have been named a “sensation” by Forbes and hailed as “some of the best in the city” by The Infatuation. Enjoy the sandwiches, salads and sides that have everyone around town talking!

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FIG, located in Santa Monica at the Fairmont Miramar, is a neighborhood bistro committed to fresh, seasonal cuisine. The menu features diverse Southern California bounty, sourced from multiple weekly visits to the local farmers markets and from specialty foragers that comb the coastline for hard to find items. And although dishes are added and subtracted based on ingredient availability, you can be sure perennial favorites like our Lobster Cobb Salad or Mary’s Chicken have a permanent place on the menu.

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At 950 feet above ground level, 71Above is the highest restaurant west of the Mississippi. Offering elevated modern American cuisine by Chef Javier Lopez, 71Above boasts breathtaking ocean views from Malibu to Laguna Hills, along with spectacular views of the Los Angeles basin and the surrounding mountain ranges. In addition to the magnificent views, 71Above was designed to provide a number of varying dining experiences. Guests may choose to dine within the buzz of the bar or in our adjacent lively main dining room. The Chef’s tables offer views of the open kitchen and transition into a semi-private dining area, offering a quieter and more intimate dining environment.

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The Peninsula Hotels group has a unique identity among the world’s leading hotels. Established in 1928, we now operate prestigious luxury properties in twelve major cities. These include the flagship in Hong Kong, plus Shanghai, Beijing, Tokyo, New York, Chicago, Beverly Hills, London, Paris, Istanbul, Bangkok and Manila. Peninsula is a living legend, the name synonymous with luxurious comfort and impeccable service. We set our sights high and our standards higher, aiming always to delight our customers, and in many cases we are now serving the third generation of our loyal guests.

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République, located in Miracle Mile, is owned by Chefs Walter and Margarita Manzke. Centered in the heart of Los Angeles, the historic building in which it resides was originally erected in 1929 by Charlie Chaplin, and later transformed into the iconic La Brea Bakery and Campanile Restaurant. République builds on this storied past, offering a gastronomic environment imbued with history and grandeur. The space features a casual bakery, café, and bar in the front with a more formal dining area located in the rear, serving a French-inspired menu created daily by our chefs. In 2023, Chef Margarita won a James Beard Award for Outstanding Pastry Chef or Baker for her work at République.

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RIEDEL CRYSTAL (established 1756) has been producing glass in the heart of Europe for over 265 years and eleven generations. Family owned and operated by GEORG J. RIEDEL (10th generation) and MAXIMILIAN J. RIEDEL (11th generation). RIEDEL is recognized worldwide for designing and producing the highest quality glasses and decanters for wine and spirit enjoyment. Top-rated wineries and restaurants throughout the world use RIEDEL. RIEDEL produces collections for every lifestyle and price range, whether for critical wine evaluation, a picnic or dinner. There is a series for every wine lover.

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Zwiesel Fortessa turns customers – both professional and private – into Creators ofInspiring Dining Experiences. This leading international tabletop brand transforms the food and beverage trends into fully integrated table designs, offering high-quality glassware, tableware, and cutlery. The rich variety within product brands provides the convenience of one-stop shopping. Inspiring all hosts to create personalized settings for unforgettable moments shared around the table: the table is yours.

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Ian Blackburn:"I was a client in Hollywood before we worked out a deal to have IDEAL55 as a sponsor. Just like all of our products and services we employ. We only wish to be aligned with the best in LA."

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