Lauren Mote has been an intricate part of the food and beverage industry for over 10 years. Spanning her knowledge and enthusiasm between Toronto and Vancouver, she has devoted her expertise to Le Select Bistro, Lumiere, Goldfish Pacific Kitchen, Hawksworth Catering and Chow Restaurant. With a keen willingness to explore all areas of the “edible” industry, Lauren has become an accomplished writer (particularly as the founder of Poivre Media Co.), a certified sommelier and beverage consultant, and an award-winning mixologist. Lauren’s award-winning Charred Bourbon Sour & Sake Sour prove to be the hallmarks of her delicious integration of molecular mixology, “tasting note” deconstruction, and homemade product. Currently, Lauren is at the helm of The Refinery’s wine and cocktail program on the revitalized Granville entertainment strip, in downtown Vancouver.