Steve Parker on Why Beverages and Democracy share a space in Taiwan

28/10/2025 11 min
Steve Parker on Why Beverages and Democracy share a space in Taiwan

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Episode Synopsis

If the pandemic helped accelerate changes in Taiwan's dining scene -- were there similar factors that influenced Taiwan's spirits scene? Former Director of the British Chamber of Commerce in Taipei and veteran retail expert Steve Parker explains why he thinks democracy made it possible for Taiwan's homegrown wine and spirits industry to thrive. Hosted by I-C-R-T's Tim Berge and Hope Ngo.

Also check out past discussions with Taiwanese wine expert Leona di Pasquale and Weightstone Vineyards' Vivian Yang.

I-C-R-T would like to take this opportunity to remind you to consume alcohol responsibly.
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