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Sip and learn about wine at Ad Astra Wine Bar and Market | Community Voices

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Kristina Barbee is the owner of the newly opened Ad Astra Wine Bar and Market in downtown Springfield. She spoke to Community Voices about the meaning behind the name of the business, inclusivity in the wine industry, and how to pair wine with food. Kristina also speaks about her experience as a business owner and more.

Beatrice is the Community Voices Editor for NPR Illinois. Reach Bea at communityvoices@nprillinois.org.
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