Main Street Hospitality Group Appoints Wine and Bar Director

STOCKBRIDGE, Mass. — Main Street Hospitality Group has announced a new addition to their management team.

Sommelier Dan Thomas has been named to the position of Wine and Bar Director. 

Main Street Hospitality Group is a hospitality management company based out of Stockbridge, Mass. The group owns and manages The Red Lion Inn in Stockbridge where Thomas has held the role of sommelier since 2007.

Over his seven years at the inn, Thomas has expanded The Red Lion Inn’s wine list to include more than 400 selections and 50 half bottle selections, with a focus on international artisan producers and local Northeastern regional wines. The Red Lion Inn was awarded the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for the 16th consecutive year in 2014.

Thomas possesses an extensive knowledge of oenology and has completed the first level of the Court of Master Sommeliers. Inspired by the advancements in food and wine over the last decade, Thomas is passionate about introducing guests to new wines, beers, cocktails and unexpected combinations.

“Dan has been an integral part of the Food and Beverage operation at The Red Lion Inn since his start. He is a great fit for Main Street Hospitality Group, we’re excited about his expanded role,” said Main Street Hospitality Group CEO Sarah Eustis.

In this new role, Thomas will oversee all Main Street Hospitality Group wine and bar programs, working directly with wineries, breweries and distilleries. Thomas will also search for new products and collaborate with local producers on fresh libation projects.

“Dan’s knowledge of all things bar and wine is a great compliment to the MSHG food philosophy. I’ve enjoyed seeing Dan grow The Red Lion Inn beverage program over the past seven years and look forward to working with him on future food and beverage projects,” said Red Lion Inn Executive Chef and Main Street Hospitality Group Vice-President of Food and Beverage Operations, Brian Alberg.

In addition to The Red Lion Inn, Main Street Hospitality Group manages The Porches Inn at Mass MoCA in North Adams and The Williams Inn in Williamstown. The group will manage a Pittsfield property, Hotel on North, upon its opening this spring.

Pittsfield ZBA Member Recognized for 40 Years of Service

By Brittany PolitoiBerkshires Staff
12:23PM / Thursday, April 25, 2024

Albert Ingegni III tells the council about how his father-in-law, former Mayor Remo Del Gallo who died at age 94 in 2020, enjoyed his many years serving the city and told Ingegni to do the same. 

PITTSFIELD, Mass. — It's not every day that a citizen is recognized for decades of service to a local board — except for Tuesday.

Albert Ingegni III was applauded for four decades of service on the Zoning Board of Appeals during City Council. Mayor Peter Marchetti presented him with a certificate of thanks for his commitment to the community.

"It's not every day that you get to stand before the City Council in honor of a Pittsfield citizen who has dedicated 40 years of his life serving on a board or commission," he said.

"As we say that, I know that there are many people that want to serve on boards and commissions and this office will take any resume that there is and evaluate each person but tonight, we're here to honor Albert Ingegni."

The honoree is currently chair of the ZBA, which handles applicants who are appealing a decision or asking for a variance.

Ingegni said he was thinking on the ride over about his late father-in-law, former Mayor Remo Del Gallo, who told him to "enjoy every moment of it because it goes really quickly."

"He was right," he said. "Thank you all."

The council accepted $18,000 from the state Department of Conservation and Recreation and a  $310,060 from the U.S. Department of Transportation's Safe Streets and Roads for All program.