Master Sommelier & Host of Check, Please!
 

Alpana Singh

Restaurateur, Retired Master Sommelier and Curator of all Things Delicious.

Alpana Singh beat the odds and achieved her goal of becoming a Master Sommelier at the age of 26, the youngest woman and the only South Asian in the world ever to do so. Alpana is the also owner of Alpana Restaurant, a chic wine-inspired bistro located in Chicago’s historic Gold Coast neighborhood. For 12 Seasons she was the host of the Emmy Award-winning restaurant review show Check, Please! Whether it be food or wine, her mission in life is to spread the gospel of All Things Delicious!

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Alpana was the first South Asian and youngest female to become a Master Sommelier. Learn about her inspiring story of grit, determination and beating the odds.

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🍓 Alpana has a new spring crush. Her name is Sabroso. Straight from the Monterey Bay, Alpana is thrilled to introduce its official wine of spring — the Sabroso Grenache Blend by @vinosfinosdecalifornia. 🌸 Made by the very talented former so
🖤 Squid Ink Campanelle — a dish that’s been on the menu since day one, and for good reason. Jet-black ‘bells’ tossed in saffron chili butter, finished with golden pangratatto for that irresistible crunch. It’s bold, it
Relax—Keanu is on duty 👀🕴 You can enjoy your dinner in peace knowing the dining room is under the watchful eye of the internet’s favorite person. We can’t guarantee he’ll jump into action, but he definitely improves the aes
Join us and treat yourself to a glass (or two!) of something spectacular. Whether you're a wine lover or just looking to unwind from a busy week, we've got the perfect pour waiting for you. Cheers to good times and even better wine! 🥂
 
 

 

 
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