Putnam Market Wine Room Closing, New Cafe Opening
Putnam Market Wine Director William Roach waves from the entrance of the market’s Wine Room. Photo provided by Putnam Market.
SARATOGA SPRINGS — Putnam Market has announced that its wine room will be closing on December 31 when the market’s Wine Director, William Roach, retires. In the wine room’s place will be The Café at Putnam Market, slated to open in January.
“William steered our wine store through 26 years made memorable by remarkable bottles and even more remarkable people,” the company said in a statement.
“The city of Saratoga Springs was transformed during The Wine Room’s tenure at Putnam Market,” Roach said. “So I say goodbye to all that with sincere gratitude for the many kindnesses shown to me, a fresh off the boat Brit, by you, my friends and neighbors. And while I can’t claim any responsibility for the wonderful city where we live, I was there as it happened, and I am grateful I was.”
The Café at Putnam Market will feature barista service, afternoon tea, takeout sandwiches, soups, baked goods, wine and beer by the glass, specialty groceries, confections, party supplies, and Putnam Market branded merchandise.