Bar Talk At Open Bar Podcast

From Grit to Grapes: The 1010 Wine Story with Leslie Jones Part 2

April 28, 2026·22 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

In this episode of Open Bar Podcast, we sit down with Leslie Jones, the visionary founder of 1010 Wine & Events — Inglewood’s first and only wine bar and the home of the largest selection of Black-owned wines in America 🍷✨Leslie shares her inspiring entrepreneurship journey, opening up about what it takes to build a thriving business rooted in community, culture, and class. From navigating the world of wine and event planning, to creating an atmosphere that feels like a modern-day speakeasy, Leslie breaks down the business side of hospitality and what it truly means to pour into your purpose.If you’ve ever dreamed of starting your own business, building something special for your city, or just love great wine and great vibes — this is one you don’t want to miss!🎧 Topics We Cover: • Building 1010 Wine from vision to reality • The art of curating an unforgettable wine experience • Behind the scenes of running a successful event space • The power of community and representation in wine culture📍 Location: Inglewood, CA🥂 Follow: @1010wineandevents | @openbarpodcast_🎥 Watch full episode: [link]🎙️ Subscribe on YouTube & all streaming platforms#OpenBarPodcast #1010Wine #WomenInBusiness #Inglewood #BlackOwnedBusiness #Entrepreneurship #WineCulture #ConversationsOverCocktailsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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