Tara Gomez and Mirera Taribo are winemakers in the Santa Ynez Valley. Tara is the first Native American woman winemaker in the United States, and her wife, Mireia, is a Spanish winemaker who brings her old-world winemaking skills to Central California. Making wine for Tara's tribe was the catalyst for Camins2Dreams, created by the duo, destined to follow the path to their dreams. Cassandra ventures to the Santa Ynez Valley with the pair to discuss their unique winemaking approach. Cassandra also meets Mexico-born and decorated Executive Chef Claudette Zepeda. Representation in fine dining while supporting Tara, Mirera, and others is part of her mission to diversify the industry.

Cassandra visits her "wine mom," Denise Clarke, the only Black Woman winemaker in San Diego County. Denise owns and runs Altipiano Vineyard in Escondido, California. She is an award-winning winemaker, with visitors often asking, "who's the winemaker?" The 2007 fires in San Diego devastated her avocado fields motivating her to plant grapes. Denise is adding to the history of the Highland Valley Wine Trail in San Diego County and creating generational wealth. Dr. Ricky Shabazz, the President of San Diego City College, and Donna DeBerry, President and CEO of the County of San Diego Black Chamber of Commerce, discuss the importance of closing the Black wealth gap and creating equity in education and business.

Cassandra meets wine legend Iris Duplantier Rideau, the first Creole woman to own a winery in the United States. From growing up in Jim Crow to becoming a pioneer in various industries, Iris's story transcends decades of history. Sharing her story and mentoring others like Jason McClain, Founder of McClain Cellars cements her legacy as a trailblazer, bridging the gap for women and BIPOC industry hopefuls.

Cassandra connects with the McBride Sisters, one of the largest Black-Owned wine companies in the United States. Their success and dedication to paying it forward inspired women like Fern Stroud, Founder of Black Vines to lean on her sisters to create an ecosystem of community, culture, and sisterhood.

Tara Gomez and Mirera Taribo are winemakers in the Santa Ynez Valley. Tara is the first Native American woman winemaker in the United States, and her wife, Mireia, is a Spanish winemaker who brings her old-world winemaking skills to Central California. Making wine for Tara's tribe was the catalyst for Camins2Dreams, created by the duo, destined to follow the path to their dreams. Cassandra ventures to the Santa Ynez Valley with the pair to discuss their unique winemaking approach. Cassandra also meets Mexico-born and decorated Executive Chef Claudette Zepeda. Representation in fine dining while supporting Tara, Mirera, and others is part of her mission to diversify the industry.

Cassandra visits her "wine mom," Denise Clarke, the only Black Woman winemaker in San Diego County. Denise owns and runs Altipiano Vineyard in Escondido, California. She is an award-winning winemaker, with visitors often asking, "who's the winemaker?" The 2007 fires in San Diego devastated her avocado fields motivating her to plant grapes. Denise is adding to the history of the Highland Valley Wine Trail in San Diego County and creating generational wealth. Dr. Ricky Shabazz, the President of San Diego City College, and Donna DeBerry, President and CEO of the County of San Diego Black Chamber of Commerce, discuss the importance of closing the Black wealth gap and creating equity in education and business.

Cassandra meets wine legend Iris Duplantier Rideau, the first Creole woman to own a winery in the United States. From growing up in Jim Crow to becoming a pioneer in various industries, Iris's story transcends decades of history. Sharing her story and mentoring others like Jason McClain, Founder of McClain Cellars cements her legacy as a trailblazer, bridging the gap for women and BIPOC industry hopefuls.

Cassandra connects with the McBride Sisters, one of the largest Black-Owned wine companies in the United States. Their success and dedication to paying it forward inspired women like Fern Stroud, Founder of Black Vines to lean on her sisters to create an ecosystem of community, culture, and sisterhood.

Tara Gomez and Mirera Taribo are winemakers in the Santa Ynez Valley. Tara is the first Native American woman winemaker in the United States, and her wife, Mireia, is a Spanish winemaker who brings her old-world winemaking skills to Central California. Making wine for Tara's tribe was the catalyst for Camins2Dreams, created by the duo, destined to follow the path to their dreams. Cassandra ventures to the Santa Ynez Valley with the pair to discuss their unique winemaking approach. Cassandra also meets Mexico-born and decorated Executive Chef Claudette Zepeda. Representation in fine dining while supporting Tara, Mirera, and others is part of her mission to diversify the industry.

Cassandra visits her "wine mom," Denise Clarke, the only Black Woman winemaker in San Diego County. Denise owns and runs Altipiano Vineyard in Escondido, California. She is an award-winning winemaker, with visitors often asking, "who's the winemaker?" The 2007 fires in San Diego devastated her avocado fields motivating her to plant grapes. Denise is adding to the history of the Highland Valley Wine Trail in San Diego County and creating generational wealth. Dr. Ricky Shabazz, the President of San Diego City College, and Donna DeBerry, President and CEO of the County of San Diego Black Chamber of Commerce, discuss the importance of closing the Black wealth gap and creating equity in education and business.

Cassandra meets wine legend Iris Duplantier Rideau, the first Creole woman to own a winery in the United States. From growing up in Jim Crow to becoming a pioneer in various industries, Iris's story transcends decades of history. Sharing her story and mentoring others like Jason McClain, Founder of McClain Cellars cements her legacy as a trailblazer, bridging the gap for women and BIPOC industry hopefuls.

Cassandra connects with the McBride Sisters, one of the largest Black-Owned wine companies in the United States. Their success and dedication to paying it forward inspired women like Fern Stroud, Founder of Black Vines to lean on her sisters to create an ecosystem of community, culture, and sisterhood.

Garden 31, created by Chris Burroughs brings agriculture to urban communities to eradicate food deserts, create job training programs, and educate future generations. With the help of University Agriculture and Natural Resources, Chris's mission will thrive, inspire, and set an example of the possibilities.

Tara Gomez and Mirera Taribo are winemakers in the Santa Ynez Valley. Tara is the first Native American woman winemaker in the United States, and her wife, Mireia, is a Spanish winemaker who brings her old-world winemaking skills to Central California. Making wine for Tara's tribe was the catalyst for Camins2Dreams, created by the duo, destined to follow the path to their dreams. Cassandra ventures to the Santa Ynez Valley with the pair to discuss their unique winemaking approach. Cassandra also meets Mexico-born and decorated Executive Chef Claudette Zepeda. Representation in fine dining while supporting Tara, Mirera, and others is part of her mission to diversify the industry.

Tara Gomez and Mirera Taribo are winemakers in the Santa Ynez Valley. Tara is the first Native American woman winemaker in the United States, and her wife, Mireia, is a Spanish winemaker who brings her old-world winemaking skills to Central California. Making wine for Tara's tribe was the catalyst for Camins2Dreams, created by the duo, destined to follow the path to their dreams. Cassandra ventures to the Santa Ynez Valley with the pair to discuss their unique winemaking approach. Cassandra also meets Mexico-born and decorated Executive Chef Claudette Zepeda. Representation in fine dining while supporting Tara, Mirera, and others is part of her mission to diversify the industry.

Cassandra visits her "wine mom," Denise Clarke, the only Black Woman winemaker in San Diego County. Denise owns and runs Altipiano Vineyard in Escondido, California. She is an award-winning winemaker, with visitors often asking, "who's the winemaker?" The 2007 fires in San Diego devastated her avocado fields motivating her to plant grapes. Denise is adding to the history of the Highland Valley Wine Trail in San Diego County and creating generational wealth. Dr. Ricky Shabazz, the President of San Diego City College, and Donna DeBerry, President and CEO of the County of San Diego Black Chamber of Commerce, discuss the importance of closing the Black wealth gap and creating equity in education and business.

Cassandra meets wine legend Iris Duplantier Rideau, the first Creole woman to own a winery in the United States. From growing up in Jim Crow to becoming a pioneer in various industries, Iris's story transcends decades of history. Sharing her story and mentoring others like Jason McClain, Founder of McClain Cellars cements her legacy as a trailblazer, bridging the gap for women and BIPOC industry hopefuls.

Cassandra meets wine legend Iris Duplantier Rideau, the first Creole woman to own a winery in the United States. From growing up in Jim Crow to becoming a pioneer in various industries, Iris's story transcends decades of history. Sharing her story and mentoring others like Jason McClain, Founder of McClain Cellars cements her legacy as a trailblazer, bridging the gap for women and BIPOC industry hopefuls.

Cassandra connects with the McBride Sisters, one of the largest Black-Owned wine companies in the United States. Their success and dedication to paying it forward inspired women like Fern Stroud, Founder of Black Vines to lean on her sisters to create an ecosystem of community, culture, and sisterhood.