Meet the Trio

  • Mariana Mallen

    Graduated from the Culinary Institute of America in 2021 with an Associates degree in Culinary Arts. After working for Danny Meyer at Gramercy Tavern and Ci Siamo; Mariana’s specialties in Italian and French cuisines are unmatched, as well as her exemplary wine pairing abilities. Mariana and Josh met at Total Wine & More where she can be found helping people find the perfect bottle for their taste and needs.

  • Jamie Rosenblatt

    Graduated from Johnson & Wales University in 2011 with an Associates in Baking and Pastry and a Bachelors in Food Service Management. She also is certified in Hospitality and Tourism from NYU. She started working in restaurants and managing a custard shop until she found herself in the liquor industry. She now bartends privately, sells a vast variety of spirits and beer, and enjoys the science of mixology.

  • Josh Levi

    Graduated from Johnson and Wales University in 2007 with an Associates degree in Culinary Arts and Bachelor's degree in Food Service Management. After working for Danny Meyer at Shake Shack and for Marc Murphy at Landmarc Time Warner Center, Josh joined the family business in 2009 leading the kitchen at Mara's Homemade. In 2011 Mara’s Homemade moved to Syosset, NY where Josh excelled at created a diverse and eclectic menu as well as building out an extensive bar full of craft spirits and cocktails. Josh ran Mara’s until it’s closure in 2022 where he then went to Total Wine & More to enhance his spirits knowledge and began teaching classes on spirits on the side.

What do we do?

We are professionals in food, wine and spirits.  We all have backgrounds in restaurant, catering, retail, and alcohol industry segments. Utilizing our knowledge and skills we are here to provide the following services:

Classes

  • History of specific Spirits and Wine

  • Spirit and Wine region tastings

  • Spirits and Wine related to religion classes

  • Mixology Classes

  • In Home Cooking Lessons

    Private Events

  • Private Chefs for special dinners at your location of choice

  • Catered events complete with bartenders 

    Consumer Tastings and Brand Sponsorships

  • Brand Sponsored classes and tastings

  • We are available for branded Consumer Tastings at liquor stores and events

    Consulting Services

  • Corporate Consultants for Restaurants, Bars, and Liquor Stores

    • Liability assessments

    • Menu development

    • Mixology Training


All of our team members have different specialties, with areas of expertise that overlap, allowing for a wide range of variety and flexibility. All of our chefs are ServSafe Certified, and our tasters are registered with the state. Permits pertaining to health and safety are available upon request

Check out one of our Chef’s Josh Levi on Food Network!

Chat with us

Email Us anytime with any questions you may have! We would be happy to speak with you!
@saffirehg@gmail.com