Our Story, Venus Vinifera began as a small group of women sharing bottles that we loved together after our founder Caitlin Baker was invited to join a similar group by her friends in Sydney. It has grown to be a formalised education platform for all women (including AFAB, non-binary and those with trans experience) with a focus on wine, spirits, beer & general hospitality. We offer a variety of classes each year, with various guest speakers and hosts. VV is for not just for those who work in hospitality, but for any woman who wants the chance to learn more and be part of a supportive and safe community. So far we have had multiple wine sessions taught by Sommelier Freddie Raimbaud (Dan Murphys) and spirit masterclasses by Lucy Pallett-Jones (Spirits Platform). Check out our calendar to see what we are up to next. We have a dedicated board who work in the community, these women come from all sorts of highly rated venues in Canberra including Aubergine, Bar Rochford and Pilot.