Marc Stroobandt

Marc has been described as bringing 'rock and roll' to beer!  Having been awarded an honoury knighthood by the Chevalerie du Fourquet des Brasseurs of the Confederation of Belgian Brewers and title Commander in the Order of De Roze Olifant, Marc is Director and Master Beer Sommelier for the F&B Partnership.

Marc has influenced some of the world's finest chefs, pioneered the Colours of Beer within the F&B Beer Matrix with business partner Fiona Smith; an all round entertainer with great expertise, Marc fronts international media campaigns and delivers Master classes to those who want to learn more about beer in a fun and entertaining way.

Likes...

Great food and drink flavour experiences, cooking for other people, art house movies and presenting.

Interesting facts...
Gave up Law Studies to become a Master Beer Sommelier travelling like Tin Tin around the world teaching people about the joys of beer and food matching.

Favorite food & drink pairing...
Filet mignon rossini with St Feuillien Cuvee Noel, beer and cheese / cured meat platters, traditional Lambiek Geuze beer with Belgian cream cheese and radishes.

Favorite Pub...
Mort Subite, Brussels, Belgium and Blind Tiger, New York, USA