Danny Ronen
Oakland, Ca
Danny Ronen has a great nose, using it to sniff out what’s new and exciting in the world of international wine/spirits/food/travel.
Introduction
When global food and beverage companies seek an educator with expertise in development and sustainability, they turn to Danny Ronen. His passion for environmentally-conscious and business efficiency development practices has made him a sought-after advocate for forward-thinking in the industry.
In 2001, Ronen launched DC Spirits, a premier food, wine and spirits educational organization. He is a frequent speaker on topics such as: spirit sustainability, craft spirits and profitability, beverage product development and organic/fair trade practices.
Ronen conducts brand building, development and event planning and execution for clients such as Diageo (Don Julio, Ron Zacapa), Moet-Hennessy (Krug, Belvedere), Pernod-Ricard (Plymouth, Beefeater, Absolut), Campari (Campari, Cynar), Infinium (Fratelli Branca, Templeton), Java Juice, and Del Maguey Mezcal.
Dänny is also the Senior Educator and Director of Sustainable Programs for Kathy Casey Liquid Kitchen™, where he is involved in an array of projects, from innovation and development, product launch and activation, workplace efficiencies, recycling and composting to training and openings for clients such as the Fairmont and Raffles hotels.
Also a prolific writer, Ronen’s words, recipes and photos can be found in the NY Times, Vanity Fair, SF Chronicle, Imbibe, Sunset, Inside F&B and Tasting Panel Magazine. Ronen can be found creating in a bar/restaurant/lab near you. Please keep him away from butane torches, hand blenders and caffeine.