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October 2016 •
CONTENTS
October 2016 • Vol. 27 No. 7
On The Cover :
Mary Melton, beverage director for
P.F. Chang's China Bistro
Photography by Jill Richards
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features
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October 2016 •
12 Cordial Reception
Cordials and liqueurs bring depth and complexity to the cocktail party
By Thomas Henry Strenk
20 Brandy Branches Out
Why operators are getting creative with brandy and Cognac
By Jack Robertiello
24 Perfect Pinots By The Glass
On-premise wine experts share their picks for BTG pinot noir
By Melissa Dowling
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Fresh From
the Start
How P.F. Chang's China
Bistro is emphasizing its
commitment to natural and
premium ingredients
By Kyle Swartz
COVER STORY