Podcasts about best bars

Jason thinks Half Time Rec is a great dive bar. But one of the best bars in America? He thinks "Esquire" might be a little off with that listing. Listeners weigh in with their favorites and what makes a great dive bar

 Il marchio di alcolici più forte del mondo è un produttore di baijiu pressoché sconosciuto da noi, ma la brutta notizia è che il valore complessivo dei 20 top brand è in netto calo. Dopo Hong Kong, l'italiano Lorenzo Antinori apre a Shanghai la seconda sede del suo Bar Leone, numero uno fra i 50 Best Bars mondiali. Torna di moda (anche nella mixology) il Lillet, vino aromatico francese protagonista della prima golden age dei cocktail. Le notizie su bere miscelato e distillati dai media di tutto il mondo. È cinese il migliore brand di alcolici al mondo Il marchio di alcolici più forte al mondo? Forse non lo hai mai sentito nominare: si tratta di Moutai, uno dei principali produttori di baijiu, il distillato nazionale cinese che può contare su milioni di estimatori in patria, ma è ancora pressoché sconosciuto fuori dalla Cina. Moutai – si legge su Beverage Daily - è in testa al ranking dei Top 20 Alcohol Brands 2026, pubblicato ogni anno da Kantar BrandZ sulla base della forza, della longevità e del peso dei grandi gruppi che sostengono i marchi analizzati. Ma il dato più rilevante che emerge quest'anno è negativo: il valore complessivo dei 20 top brand è calato del 7% rispetto al 2025, segnale delle difficoltà che il settore sta affrontando.

I met Aarón in Europe when he was visiting, and I've wanted to sit down with him for ages. From a childhood in kitchens to teaching culinary arts around the world and falling sideways into mixology after a stint at Chicago's world-famous Aviary, his career path has been anything but straightforward. He's now moving on from Carnaval, the bar he founded that put Lima on the map for 50 Best Bars, so we caught up on his plans. Aarón on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/aarondiazolivos/?hl=en (Get in touch with Duff!Podcast business enquiries:  consulting@liquidsolutions.org (PR friends: we're only interested in having your client on if they can talk for a couple of hours about OTHER things besides their prepared speaking points or their new thing, whatever that is. They need to be able to hang. Oh, plus we don't edit, we won't supply prepared or sample questions, nor listener or “reach” stats, either, and no, you can't sit in on the interview (or lurk on the Zoom.)  And our AI automatically deletes pitch emails that are clearly written using AI. Retain Philip's consulting firm, Liquid Solutions, specialised in on-trade engagement & education, liquor brand creation and repositioning: philip@liquidsolutions.orgPhilip on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philipsduff/ Philip on Facebook: Philip Duff Philip on X/Twitter: Philip Duff (@philipduff) / Twitter Philip on LinkedIn: linkedin.com Old Duff Genever on Instagram: Old Duff Genever (@oldduffgenever) • Instagram photos and videos Old Duff Genever on Faceboo...

“One of the biggest misconceptions is that The World's 50 Best Bars is based more on popularity than on experience. In reality, at its core, it's very much an experience-driven list. It's important to understand that guest shifts and pop-ups are not eligible for voting. We always say you should deliver the best possible experience to every guest who walks through your door. Try to see the award as a by-product of that hard work, rather than the end goal itself,” says Emma Sleight, Head of Content and Creative at the prestigious The World's 50 Best Bars ranking.Líbí se Vám tento díl? Napište nám o tom!

Brace yourselves, The Anime Effect has a special double episode! This week, the hosts gather to talk ALL things Anime Awards as they unpack the celebration's big winners and biggest surprises! THEN, we cut to the show's hottest interview yet as Big Sean joins the chat to talk bars, beats, and the anime that made him a rapper. Welcome to The Anime Effect, the weekly podcast hosted by Crunchyroll's own in-house, resident anime experts – Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, and Leah President. The show is a lively mixture of roundtable news and discussion with Crunchyroll hosts and special guests as they debate hot topics, provide recommendations, and tackle fan questions. Talk to us here! Crunchyroll News: Full Anime Awards 2026 Winners - CLICK HERE HOSTS: Nicholas Friedman, LeAlec Murray, Leah President SHOWRUNNER: Megan Peters V/A DIRECTOR: Shaun Michael Colon MARKETING PRODUCER: Carla Solorzano #animenews #animepodcast #crunchyrollpodcast #crunchyrollnews Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jon looks at the fraud in MN getting national attention, and compares stark differences in Memorial Day tributes from the DFL and GOP. Jon finds a national article featuring a unique Twin Cities business.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The MAFFEO DRINKS Podcast is a leading drinks business podcast, listened to in 120 countries worldwide with 125+ episodes. Honest conversations about how the industry actually works, from the bar and what it means for the boardroom.This Episode is hosted by Chris Maffeo and brought to you by MAFFEO DRINKS.Robert Simonson, author of seven cocktail books including “A Proper Drink,” and "Modern Classic Cocktails", has spent twenty-five years documenting the modern cocktail era as it happened. Not reconstructed afterwards. Not filtered through brand mythology or oral history passed between generations of sales managers. He was in the room. He talked to the people making the decisions while the bars were still open and the drinks were still new. Seven books. His Substack newsletter The Mix. A primary source in an industry where almost everything gets retold until it resembles something useful to whoever is telling it.In this episode, we go back to the question that most people in commercial roles cannot answer precisely: why did the canon close, and what replaced it. We examine the intimidation factor preventing cocktail culture from scaling to mass audiences, the missing middle between 50 Best Bars theatrical experiences and basic dive bars, and why guest shifts evolved from knowledge-sharing mechanisms into publicity machines.The answer is mechanical. It has been running inside the industry for over a decade. And if your brand is not scaling at the pace you want, despite the distribution, the accounts, and the activations, it is likely the same dynamic is producing the same result at a different scale.Timestamps:00:00 Introduction and Welcome00:09 The Birth of Modern Cocktails00:41 Modern Classics and Their Impact03:06 Challenges in Creating New Cocktails08:30 The Role of Brands in Cocktail Evolution16:37 The Missing Middle in Cocktail Culture25:10 The Future of Cocktail Journalism30:54 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Wanna know what the conversation above means for your team? It's in the paid section.For €100 a year you get access to Maffeo Confidential (Private Podcast) and get this analysis and access to the full archive of 125 episodes, each one translated from industry conversation into the commercial decisions underneath it. Find out more at maffeodrinks.com

One word and the best bars in America full 2976 Wed, 20 May 2026 13:08:39 +0000 DZeQR2dQeBuFsX6nlBgYxNMT1A9yeDIq sports Fescoe & Dusty sports One word and the best bars in America Fescoe in the Morning. One guy is a KU grad.   The other is on the KU football broadcast team,  but their loyalty doesn't stop there as these guys  are huge fans of Kansas City sports and the people  of Kansas City who make it the great city it is.   Start your morning with us at 5:58am!   2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. Sports False https://player.amperwavepodcasting.com?feed-link=https%

Recently, I sat down with my good friend James Iranzad (Gooseneck Hospitality) for a long-overdue catch-up, beginning with a piece that caught both our attention: Substance Abuse, a column by Ed Elson in the Simply Put newsletter. Elson's provocative thesis suggests that the dramatic decline in alcohol sales isn't primarily about health consciousness, GLP-1 drugs, or cannabis legalization — it's about screen addiction. Together, we broke down his argument, and discussed what it means for the hospitality industry.Next up: North America's 50 Best Bars returned to Vancouver last month, turning a spotlight on the city's growing international reputation as a beverage destination. What did the event mean for the local scene? Who showed up? And what does this continued investment in our city signal about where the global industry thinks we sit on the map?Then, we run through the results of the latest editions of Canada's 100Best Restaurants and the Vancouver MagazineAwards to talk about who made it, who moved up, and who got overlooked; as well as which patterns we're seeing across the lists — regionally, stylistically, and in terms of what the judges seem to be rewarding.Finally: Earlier this month, a temporary pop-up plaza was constructed next to Bells & Whistles in what appeared to be an accelerated timeline, prompting a report by CTV News. Iranzad gives his account of how the application came together, what the original vision was, and where the project actually landed.Midway through our discussion, James Langford-Smith (Pamplemousse Jus, June) calls in to fill us in about what's happening at the winery, and what consumers can look forward to from his latest vintage.This is a fun one as always. Do enjoy!If you have questions, observations, or ideas for future episodes, email at trackandfoodpod@gmail.com 

In this episode, Kappy shares what's on his plate at the moment.Links and handles mentioned in this episode:Goop Kitchen | IG | Gwyneth Paltrow | Chef Kim FlorescaFiga Foods | IGInstant Pot Rice Pudding recipe | Melissa ClarkTeaching Kitchen CollaborativeNorth America's 50 Best Bars | Steve Schneider | Sip & GuzzleFollow Beyond the Plate on Facebook and X.Follow Kappy on Instagram and X.www.beyondtheplatepodcast.comwww.onkappysplate.com

Chef's Table co-creator Brian McGinn joins Jordan and Max to talk the fellas recent crawling through New York's cocktail scene with reviews of Katana Kitten, Sip & Guzzle, Martiny's, Schmuck, and Superbueno, and how it all compares to what's happening in Los Angeles.⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Visit Jumbo Time Wines, and use promo code: MADJUMBO for 20% off all orders

Today on the podcast Eric is joined by Felice Sloan, a.k.a. The Swanky Maven. Eric and Felice cover some of the latest happenings from the Houston food scene including Burger Chan opening it's 2nd location, the upcoming closure of Picos, and Bandista rising up the Best Bars in North America rankings for 2026. In the Restaurants of the Week portion, Jantra is featured.Got a question for Eric? Email him at eric@culturemap.com. Follow Eric on Instagram @ericsandler and check out some of Eric's latest articles online at Culturemap.com: Beard Award-Winning Houston Chef Blasts Off with New Tasting Menu Concept Houston's Most Customizable Burger Joint is Coming to the Heights in May Mole-Obsessed Mexican Restaurant Sets Closing Date for Kirby Location Hidden Houston Cocktail Den Ranks No. 47 on North America Best Bars List Tomball Barbecue Trio Spins Up New Tavern Devoted to Pizza and Burgers

We're talking about the interesting way the city responded to a Portlander asking for help with a homeless encampment outside his home, some new details on the budget cuts the mayor is proposing, and some outdoor bar patios to check out now that we've hit peak patio weather. Joining City Cast Portland host Claudia Meza are food and drink reporter Alex Frane and our very own executive producer, John Notarianni. Discussed in today's episode: He asked for help with chronic camps outside his home. Portland cracked down on his hedge instead [Oregonian] Mayor Wilson's Economic Development Budget Is a Balancing Act of Cuts and Cash Infusion [Portland Mercury] Budget listening sessions [Portland.gov] Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here. Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm, or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter and be sure to follow us on Instagram. Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this May 4th episode: League of Women's Voters D'Amore Law

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Episode 222 with Shamim Ehsani, Co Founder of Tribe Hotels Group, a hospitality and lifestyle company redefining modern African luxury through the integration of culture, art, and experience led design. Shamim has built a portfolio that includes Tribe Hotel in Nairobi, Hero Bar, named The Best Bar in Africa, and the upcoming Tribe Beach House in Kilifi, while continuing a family legacy that has helped shape Kenya's real estate, tourism, and food and beverage industry for over three decades.Shamim shares how the hospitality industry in Africa can function as economic infrastructure, shaping cities, driving employment, and influencing global perception of markets like Kenya. From launching a five star hotel in Nairobi's diplomatic and commercial hub to embedding over 900 works of African art into a scalable business model, Shamim explains how culture, creativity, and local identity can be translated into commercially viable and globally competitive African businesses.We explore the rapid growth of Nairobi as a leading business, lifestyle, and tourism destination, and what the rise of food, nightlife, and the creative economy reveals about income growth, urbanisation, and shifting consumer behaviour across Africa. The conversation also unpacks how local supply chains, artists, and entrepreneurs play a critical role in building sustainable tourism value chains and long term economic development.Looking ahead, Shamim reflects on investment opportunities in Kenya's coastline, the future of African tourism beyond safaris, and how to build Africa facing brands that compete globally without losing authenticity. This episode is a deep dive into the intersection of hospitality, investment, culture, and economic growth in Africa.What We Discuss With ShamimHospitality as economic infrastructure and its role in shaping cities, jobs, and global perception in Kenya.Why Nairobi's rise as a food, culture, and lifestyle hub signals deeper shifts in income, urbanisation, and the tourism economy beyond safaris.Turning African art, culture, and identity into commercially viable, globally competitive businesses without losing authenticity.How nightlife, bars, and creative industries are driving tourism value chains and positioning Kenya on the global stage.Building Africa facing brands with global relevance and avoiding extractive tourism models as new destinations like the Kenyan coast emerge.Did you miss my previous episode where I discus Africa's Payments Problem Is Not What You Think – Inside Mobile Money Infrastructure? Make sure to check it out!Connect with Terser:LinkedIn - Terser AdamuInstagram - unlockingafricaTwitter (X) - @TerserAdamuConnect with ShamimLinkedIn - Shamim EhsaniInstagram - tribehotelMany of the businesses unlocking opportunities in Africa don't do it alone. If you'd like strategic support on entering or expanding across African markets, reach out to our partners ETK Group:www.etkgroup.co.ukinfo@etkgroup.co.uk

I met Eric in Amsterdam in 2019 just before he moved to Mexico City to open his first bar there, and our paths have crossed a good bit since then, most recently at the Maybe Cocktail Festival in Sydney, where we got to hang out for almost a week. Eric started off in the world of basketball, training and playing in the US, switched to hospitality after returning to the Netherlands, and rapidly learned his craft, winning the global finals of Bacardi Legacy in 2018 and moving to Mexico City in 2019 to open a bar there. His second bar in CDMX, speakeasy Handshake, opened in 2021 and within just six months was on the 50 Best Bars list, winding up as #1 in 2024 and maintaining the top spot for 50 Best Americas in both 2024 and 2025. In late 2025 he finally opened the European cafe-style Shakerato in his native Amsterdam.This is a great episode, as Eric speaks with typical Dutch honesty on some of the tougher challenges he had on the road to opening a W50BB #1 bar. Eric on IG: https://www.instagram.com/ericvanbeek.carino/Handshake Bar: https://www.instagram.com/handshake_bar/Shakerato Bar: https://www.instagram.com/shakerato_bar/Ahorita Bar: https://www.instagram.com/ahoritacantina/ (Get in touch with Duff!Podcast business enquiries:  consulting@liquidsolutions.org (PR friends: we're only interested in having your client on if they can talk for a couple of hours about OTHER things besides their prepared speaking points or their new thing, whatever that is. They need to be able to hang. Oh, plus we don't edit, we won't supply prepared or sample questions, nor listener or “reach” stats, either, and no, you can't sit in on the interview (or lurk on the Zoom.)  And our AI automatically deletes pitch emails that are clearly written using AI. Retain Philip's consulting firm, Liquid Solutions, specialised in on-trade engagement & education, liquor brand creation and repositioning: philip@liquidsolutions.orgPhilip on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philipsduff/ Philip on Facebook: Philip Duff Philip on X/Twitter: Philip Duff (@philipduff) / Twitter Philip on LinkedIn: linkedin.com Old Duff Genever on Instagram: Old Duff Genever (@oldduffgenever) • Instagram photos and videos Old Duff Genever on Faceboo...

Diné hip-hop artist and educator Def-i has been a singular, independent voice in elevating Native hip-hop and championing other Native artists. This year makes 14 years that he has spearheaded the annual two-day competition, Gathering of MCs. Some of the top Native rappers from around the country bring their best beats, bars, and freestyles to vie for cash prizes. This year's event takes place alongside what organizers say is the final Gathering of Nations Powwow in Albuquerque, N.M. We'll speak with Def-i and other performers about the power and importance of Native hip-hop. GUESTS Def-i (Diné), hip-hop artist and educator Illmac (Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians), hip-hop artist She Real, hip-hop artist Billboard Music: Mmhmm feat. Paul Wall [remix] (song) Stella Standingbear (artist) Break 1 Music: Small Things (song) Illmac (artist) Small Things (single) Break 2 Music: Feels Like [feat. Sheena Shandea] (song) Nataanii Means (artist)

Diné hip-hop artist and educator Def-i has been a singular, independent voice in elevating Native hip-hop and championing other Native artists. This year makes 14 years that he has spearheaded the annual two-day competition, Gathering of MCs. Some of the top Native rappers from around the country bring their best beats, bars, and freestyles to vie for cash prizes. This year's event takes place alongside what organizers say is the final Gathering of Nations Powwow in Albuquerque, N.M. We'll speak with Def-i and other performers about the power and importance of Native hip-hop. GUESTS Def-i (Diné), hip-hop artist and educator Illmac (Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians), hip-hop artist She Real, hip-hop artist Billboard Music: Mmhmm feat. Paul Wall [remix] (song) Stella Standingbear (artist) Break 1 Music: Small Things (song) Illmac (artist) Small Things (single) Break 2 Music: Feels Like [feat. Sheena Shandea] (song) Nataanii Means (artist)

How do you build a clean-label snack brand from scratch?In Episode 208 of On The Delo, Shannon shares how she turned a home kitchen idea into The Best Bar — a handcrafted snack brand now sold across Arizona, from AJ's Fine Foods to the Grand Canyon and Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport.What started with a $2,000 investment, a Vistaprint logo, and Arizona's cottage food law has grown into a six-year journey built on grit, consistency, and doing things differently.Delo and Shannon break down what it really takes to build a food business from the ground up — without cutting corners.From hand-chopping ingredients and fulfilling orders out of her own kitchen, to landing major retail placements, this is a story about building a brand with intention, not shortcuts.They also get into:Scaling without losing qualityClean-label products and ingredient integrityThe reality of hiring and growthSobriety, healing, and personal disciplineWhy sleep, gratitude, and routine matter more than most people thinkWhether you're building a product, growing a business, or just getting started, this episode is a real look at what it takes to turn something small into something sustainable.Chapter Guide (Timestamps):(0:00 - 2:35) Devour Phoenix Intro, Booth Memories & Event Prep Systems(2:36 - 6:21) Shannon's Origin Story: Minnesota Roots, DC Nannying & Learning to Cook(6:22 - 8:34) 10 Years in Wine Sales, Sommelier Cert & Choosing Sobriety 19 Years Ago(8:35 - 11:36) Foster Parenting, Health Turning Point & Giving Up Refined Sugars(11:37 - 14:10) Shannon's Kitchen Cottage Food Start, $2K Investment & the Birth of The Best Bar(14:11 - 17:05) AJ's Fine Foods, Peddler's Son Distribution & the Fox 10 Segment Moment(17:06 - 20:36) Hardest Part of Entrepreneurship: Hiring, Delegating & Work-Life Reality(20:37 - 23:56) 200 Trays a Week, 4,896 Bars in One Order & Hand-Making Every Single One(23:57 - 27:00) Bar Flavors Deep Dive: Original, Chocolate Chip, Cacao & Seed Bar Charity Tie-In(27:01 - 29:30) Scaling Challenges, Pitching Natural Grocers & Saying Yes Before You Know How(29:31 - 33:11) Healing Hospitality, Joy Bus Donations & Why Food and Community Go Together(33:12 - 36:15) Shannon Today vs. Shannon 2020: GCU Space, Grand Canyon Lodges & Personal Growth(36:16 - 42:00) Rapid Fire: Music, Cacao Bar Sleeper Pick, Sneakers, Beach Getaways & Grow Bigger

On today's edition of the podcast Eric is joined by Mary Clarkson of Heights Grocer and Montrose Grocer. The pair dive into some of the latest news from Houston restaurant and bar scene including the 6 James Beard Award finalist nominations from Houston, Be More Pacific shuttering, and Julep's ranking on North America's Best Bars of 2026 list. In the Restaurants of the Week portion Latuli is featured. Got a question for Eric? Email him at eric@culturemap.com. Follow Eric on Instagram @ericsandler and check out some of Eric's latest articles online at Culturemap.com: Houston Earns 6 Finalist Nominations in the 2026 James Beard Awards Guy Fieri-Loved Filipino Restaurant Closes in the Heights After 6 Years Southern-Inspired Houston Cocktail Den Ranks on North America Best Bars List Michelin-Recognized Chef Plans 2 New Restaurants at Proposed Houston Golf Club These are Houston's 11 Best Dessert Programs of 2026

Chris and Amy search for the best bar in the Best bar St. Louis area in our 'Barch Madness'

Chris and Amy reveal the seeds for the top Number 1 seeds include, Amsterdam Tavern, Fast Eddie's Bon Air, McGurk's, & OB Clark's. Voting for the 'Thirst Four' is underway on the Chris and Amy X account.

The Bulwark's Andrew Egger joins Chris and Amy to kick off the hour. What is the pulse in Washington, DC over the Iran war?; where does St Louis rank as a 'bar city' according to Bar Rescue's Jon Taffer?; helpful tips to identify the narcissist in your life; bad drivers are at the top of the Call 'n Crab list.

Today, we talk about the best and worst places to grab a drink in America—legendary dives, overrated hotspots, hidden gems, and the “how is this place still open?” joints. We swap stories, rate the vibes, and tell you exactly where to go (and where to absolutely not).#TwoDoltsPodcast #BarTalk #BestBars #WorstBars #DiveBars #CocktailBars #CraftBeer #HappyHour #BarReview #Nightlife #DrinkingCulture #TravelPodcast #RoadTripVibes #HiddenGems #Cheers

In this hour Dave Simons, Partner and Managing Director of One Private Wealth joins to talk about the economy and how global events affect different things like gas prices. Rob Rains, Cardinals Beat Writer and Founder of STLSportsPage.com joins to discuss spring training storylines from Wetherholt, to the battle of left field and the extension for Manager Oli Marmol. Plus sliding doors in hotel rooms and what is the best bar is St. Louis.

Scott Jagow joins Chris, Michael Kelley and John Hancock. He chats about his Roaming St Louis segment where he visits Coffee Stamp; Scott is also back from a trip to his hometown of Buffalo; how will we define 'bar' for the Best Bars of St Louis tournament?

Chris and Amy lament the loss of civility in politics; Amy looks fondly on older generations; Stu Durando writes on SubStack about all things Billikens, he joins following a loss to Dayton; what are some of the best bars in St Louis?

Amy has returned she and Chris react to the State of the Union address; welcome UN Correspondent Pamela Falk for some analysis; Stu Durando joins with a recap of the Billikens loss to Dayton; Dr Fred Wininger is a neurologist for animals; and Jocelyn King helps you stay protected from AI scams. Plus the Cardinals have released their nominees for the Hall of Fame; we're still gathering nominees for the Best Bar in STL tournament and would you date Jason Bourne?

John Hancock and Chris welcome The Bulwark's Andrew Egger for a State of the Union Preview; Chicago is running contest to name snow plows; the next show tournament will be the best bars in St Louis, we're taking submissions on X; John Hancock picked up a snooker win on Monday.

The trophies have been handed out, the cocktails poured, and the industry showed up. Publisher Gina Stephens taps bar titan Matt Bettinger to break down Raleigh Magazine's Best Bars—sharing standout winners, bartender of the year—plus the party, the afterparty and the people who make the scene hum.Meet Our Sponsors:Timber PizzaWoodhouse SpaVillage TavernGet the issue to your door! Subscribe Now

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Our first trip of the year took us to Milan for the launch of Coqtail magazine's winter edition (grazie mille for the invite Penelope and Chiara). Which gave us just enough time to soak up the atmosphere and revel in that famous Italian hospitality in four very distinct bars.First up, Camparino in Galleria, not only a symbol of the aperitivo but also the history of art and culture in Milan; then we headed to 1930, once a speakeasy, now open to discerning drinkers with an appetite for creative culinary cocktails; on the hotel bar front, we were thrilled to experience the magic of the Maestro Salvatore Calabrese at his latest collaboration with the Rocco Forte group at The Carlton hotel and lastly, we headed to Moebius Milano to find out why, not only was it the highest climber in this year's 50 Best Bars list at No. 7, but also the proud owner of a coveted Pin from The Pinnacle Guide as well as Michelin Star.But as well as visiting the bars, we talk to the people behind them, so this is a longer episode than usual but with inspiring chat from Salvatore Calabrese, Benjamin Cavagna, Lorenzo Querci & Tommaso Cecca, we hope you won't mind.What we're mixing:Negroni Sbagliato30ml Campari30ml sweet vermouth60ml dry proseccoMethod:Chill glasses and fill with ice. Add the Campari and sweet vermouth then top with prosecco. Stir gently to combine. Garnish with an orange slice nestled in the side of the glass..Links to bars mentioned in this episode:1930Camparino The Carlton Bar at The Carlton HotelMoebius MilanoThe Cocktail Lovers theme music is by Travis 'T-Bone' WatsonEdited by Christian Fox Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Some birds sing at dawn to wake us up, but today we're celebrating the birthday of a certain nocturnal songbird whose award-winning cocktails, wonderful hospitality, and sultry nightly soundtrack have been keeping London warbling for 15 years.Today we're turning our attention to Nightjar, the Shoreditch bar that rewrote London's late-night playbook. Joining me are the brilliant duo behind it: Roisin Stimpson and Edmund Weil. Long before Nightjar became a fixture on the World's 50 Best Bars list, the Top 500 Bars, and every other list, Rosie and Edmund had a dream and the drive to create a place that brought together all their passions.All their bars, Nightjar, Oriole, and Swift, hold a special place in my heart, and you will see why. I don't want to reveal too much of their story in this intro, so let's get right into the episode and have them guide us through the story of Nightjar. But before that, if you love Lush Life, we would so appreciate your support by signing up for our newsletter. You can get our advice on anything to do with home bartending, where to drink in every major city, special recipes, and even your very own Lush Life mug! Just head to alushlifemanual.substack.com and sign up!Now grab that Martini and let's join Rosie and Edmund!Our cocktail of the week is the Toronto:INGREDIENTS 50 ml Woodford Reserve12.5 ml Fernet Branca7.5 ml Maple syrup, infused with roasted coffee beans & pecan nutMETHODAdd all the ingredients to a mixing glassAdd ice and then stir until chilled and Strain it into a rocks glass.Garnish with cotton candyYou'll find this recipe and all the cocktails of the week at alushlifemanual.com, plus links to most of the ingredients.Full Episode Details: https://alushlifemanual.com/nightjar-with-roisin-stimpson-edmund-weil/-----Become a supporter of A Lush Life Manual for as little as $5 - all you have to do is go to https://substack.com/@alushlifemanual.Lush Life Merchandise is here - we're talking t-shirts, mugs, iPhone covers, duvet covers, iPad covers, and more covers for everything! And more! Produced by Simpler MediaFollow us on Twitter and InstagramGet great cocktail ideas on PinterestNew episodes every Tuesday, usually!!

This weeks guest is Brenton Mowforth who joins us from Toronto, Ontario. Since creating Cheers to Happy Hour in 2017, and Wander Thirsty in 2021, Brenton Mowforth has become the authority on where to drink and how to drink. His mission is to influence people to share in his passion for 'drinking better, not more' by taking a more thoughtful approach to what we consume. Celebrating flavour and savouring the moments that are usually accompanied by craft cocktails and spirits defines the business and mindset of Brenton's day-to-day operations. Brenton's online community is immersed in the Farm-to-Glass / Liquid-to-Lips culture that has imbibers across the world abuzz with libation filled conversations. Brenton's passion for cocktails and the hospitality industry have been recognized by the 50 Best Bars organization, Forbes, Toronto Star, Destination Toronto and Liqour.com, among others, and he continues to be a one-man encyclopedia on the subject of libations. Brenton is currently focusing on creating artisanal yet approachable cocktails that inspire his audience to take a closer look at the ingredients and the creativity that goes into modern cocktails and spirits. @cheerstohappyhour @wander.thirsty A big thank you to Jean-Marc Dykes of Imbiblia. Imbiblia is a cocktail app for bartenders, restaurants and cocktail lovers alike and built by a bartender with more than a decade of experience behind the bar. Several of the features includes the ability to create your own Imbiblia Recipe Cards with the Imbiblia Cocktail Builder, rapidly select ingredients, garnishes, methods and workshop recipes with a unique visual format, search by taste using flavor profiles unique to Imbiblia, share recipes publicly plus many more……Imbiblia - check it out! Contact the host Kypp Saunders by email at kyppsaunders@gmail.com for products from Elora Distilling, Malivoire Winery and Terroir Wine Imports. Links kyppsaunders@gmail.com @sugarrunbar @the_industry_podcast email us: info@theindustrypodcast.club

To warm us into the new season, we've got a bit of a whisky thing going on product-wise with two new bottles for your drinking pleasure. One, The Stanhope has a Scottish connection but is made in the US, the other comes from one of our favourite family brands, it's Rosemaund from the Chase family and it's proudly English. Award-winning writer Noah Rothbaum shares all the intel on the subject in The Whisky Bible – A complete guide to the world's greatest spirit and there are whiskies aplenty in our bar pick which is the recently opened Eagle Bar perched atop the glam Chancery Rosewood in London.For the first conversation of the season, we're thrilled to welcome Lorenzo Antinori, talking openly and honestly about settling in a different country, embracing simplicity, his latest opening in Shanghai and Bar Leone Hong Kong being crowned Best Bar in the World.For more from The Cocktail Lovers, visit thecocktaillovers.comFor the products featured in this episode, see websites below:What we're drinking:Perfect Manhattan60ml bourbon15ml sweet vermouth15ml dry vermouthCherry/lemon or orange twist to garnishMethod:Stir all ingredients over ice. Pour into a chilled cocktail glass and garnish with a cocktail cherryk.Bar Leone Hong KongBar Leone ShanghaiEagle Bar at Chancery RosewoodRosemaund Single Malt English WhiskyThe Stanhope Kentucky Straight BourbonThe Whisky Bible – A complete guide to the world's greatest spirit by Noah RothbaumThe Cocktail Lovers theme music is by Travis 'T-Bone' WatsonEdited by Christian Fox Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Visiting the Statue of Liberty is often at the top of NYC visitors' lists of things to do, and with good reason. The Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island are two deeply important historical monuments that encapsulate a significant portion of New York City's history.But is it worth visiting the actual Statue of Liberty when you come to NYC?We're gonna answer that question and so much more in this article.Here's what we'll cover:Brief History of the Statue of LibertyVisiting the Statue of Liberty – Island Access vs Pedestal vs CrownEllis Island Overview + Hard Hat Tour ReviewCommon Statue of Liberty ScamsCheapest Ways to See the Statue of LibertyLet's look at them all below.

Send us a textGet ready for some food and drink deals 365 days a year at a Las Vegas hotel casino. You won''t believe it. Jabbawockeez debut a new show called FREQNCY at MGM Grand. We really liked it! We also talked to the dance crew's creators. We head to "In Pour Taste," a new comedy show that has you wine tasting throughout. We chat with the Australian hosts. This show is a great deal and so much fun! SEMA Fest is coming up, and it has a great lineup of musical performers. Plus, one of North America's 50 Best Bars is having a pop-up event in downtown Las Vegas. And, BOA Steakhouse is open at the Venetian Grand Canal Shoppes.Monsoon damage? Insurance company low-balling you? Call Jonathan Wallner of Galindo Law for a FREE Claim Review at 800-251-1533. If your home was damaged in the California wildfires, Galindo Law may be able to help you get more compensation. Call 800-251-1533 or visit galindolaw.com VegasNearMe App If it's fun to do or see, it's on VegasNearMe. The only app you'll need to navigate Las Vegas. Support the showFollow us on Instagram: @vegas.revealedFollow us on Twitter: @vegasrevealedFollow us on TikTok: @vegas.revealedWebsite: Vegas-Revealed.com

Edmund co-founded Nightjar, a speakeasy cocktail bar with live music, in London with his life and business partner, Roisin Stimpson, in 2010, with its first head bartender being Marian Beke. Nightjar quickly stormed the lists of nominations, Best Bars, and more, and a lot of that success was due to Marian's incredible cocktail presentations, in bespoke vessels, using skill and flavour combinations that upped London's game significantly, and have since been copied widely. Hand-in-hand with that was Edmund and Rosie's laserlike focus on music, vibes and guest experience. Nightjar expanded to a second venue, then a third; they opened a larger version, named Oriole, then partnered with lauded operators Bobby Hiddleston and Mia Johansson to open Swift, an all-day, two-level bar concept that now has three branches in London. Me and Edmund sat down in a quiet moment during Bar Convent Berlin to catch up; I really enjoyed this, and I hope you do, too. Edmund on IG: https://www.instagram.com/edmundweil/?hl=enNightjar bars on IG: https://www.instagram.com/nightjar/?hl=enOriole bar on IG: https://www.instagram.com/theoriolebar/?hl=enSwift bars on IG: https://www.instagram.com/swiftbars/?hl=enShaken, a book on James Bond's cocktails co-authored by Edmund, himself a relative of Bond creator Ian Fleming: https://www.amazon.com/Shaken-Drinking-Fleming-Official-Cocktail/dp/0062896253/ref=sr_1_1?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.iVdqZa9NfDKKPUrxzWQbXVsUHoHeOji1AX4uLOuu5HuNiTu_Ge32Gvilj4xx6VEK.GUVrOCrMbhmQNB3gX5CZe6oMFWWdwKhAdP88A_y_rqU&dib_tag=se&keywords=shaken+bond+cocktail&qid=1760309343&sr=8-1 Get in touch with Duff!Podcast business enquiries: consulting@liquidsolutions.org (PR friends: we're only interested in having your client on if they can talk for a couple of hours about OTHER things besides their prepared speaking points or their new thing, whatever that is. They need to be able to hang. Oh, plus we don't edit, and we won't supply prepared or sample questions, or listener or “reach” stats, either, and no, you can't sit in on the interview or Zoom.) Retain Philip's consulting firm, Liquid Solutions, specialised in on-trade engagement & education, liquor brand creation and repositioning: philip@liquidsolutions.orgPhilip on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philipsduff/ Philip on Facebook: Philip Duff Philip on X/Twitter: Philip Duff (@philipduff) / Twitter Philip on LinkedIn: linkedin.com Old Duff Genever on Instagram: Old Duff Genever (@oldduffgenever) • Instagram photos and videos Old Duff Genever on Facebook: facebook.com Old Duff Genever on X/Twitter: ...

In this episode of Grow a Small Business, host Troy Trewin interviews James France of Vanguard Luxury Brands, who grew his company from $13K in sales to $18.5M before exiting to Lion Nathan. James shares how focusing on “best brands for the best bars” and a strong USP fueled growth, opens up about setbacks like losing key brands and managing cash flow, and highlights lessons on scaling, leadership, and sustaining success in the competitive spirits industry. Why would you wait any longer to start living the lifestyle you signed up for? Balance your health, wealth, relationships and business growth. And focus your time and energy and make the most of this year. Let's get into it by clicking here. Troy delves into our guest's startup journey, their perception of success, industry reconsideration, and the pivotal stress point during business expansion. They discuss the joys of small business growth, vital entrepreneurial habits, and strategies for team building, encompassing wins, blunders, and invaluable advice. And a snapshot of the final five Grow A Small Business Questions: 1. What do you think is the hardest thing in growing a small business? According to James France, the hardest thing is feeding the cash flow furnace, as managing growth and funding operations is always a major challenge. 2. What's your favorite business book that has helped you the most? James France shared that his favorite book is “10 Truths for Raising a Healthy, Bouncy Business” by his former coach Roland Hanekroot, which offers practical stories, case studies, and clear next steps. 3. Are there any great podcasts or online learning resources you'd recommend to help grow a small business? According to James France, industry podcasts like James Atkinson's Drinks Adventures and Sam Bygrave's Boothby have been particularly valuable for learning, especially about the on-premise drinks industry. 4. What tool or resource would you recommend to grow a small business? James France shared that the most important tool or resource to grow a small business is having a good advisor or sounding board — whether it's a mentor, coach, or accountant—someone who can provide objective, pragmatic advice and not just handle the numbers. 5. What advice would you give yourself on day one of starting out in business? According to James France, the advice he would give himself on day one of starting out in business is that it will be much harder and more expensive than expected—like having children—so be prepared, keep your promises, and always treat people with respect. Book a 20-minute Growth Chat with Troy Trewin to see if you qualify for our upcoming course. Don't miss out on this opportunity to take your small business to new heights! Enjoyed the podcast? Please leave a review on iTunes or your preferred platform. Your feedback helps more small business owners discover our podcast and embark on their business growth journey. Quotable quotes from our special Grow A Small Business podcast guest: Treat everybody at every level with respect, just as you want to be treated yourself – James France A strong USP will guide every decision and set your business apart – James France Every role in a business is sales—every touchpoint is selling your company – James France

Hosted by David and Nycci Nellis. On today's show:· Alyssa Taylor, Director, Brand + Consumer Marketing at Penguin / Random House Publishing. She's with us to discuss the upcoming Banned Books Week national celebration Oct. 5-11. The goal is to take action, save our stories, and preserve First Amendment rights by giving away free banned books to these communities and beyond; · Mike Curtin, CEO, DC Central Kitchen, is in with all the details of the annual Capital Food Fight, coming up Thursday, Nov. 6 at The Anthem! This year's celebrity guests include Amanda Freitag, Roy Yamaguchi, Eric Adjepong, Rocco DiSpirito, Ryan Zimmerman and our hosts Spike Mendelsohn and Tommy McFly; · Meghan Trossen, Senior Manager, Marketing & Community Affairs, Global Workplace Services, Capital One in to talk about the Capital One Center's signature programming, community partnerships and the upcoming festival; · Chef Daniel Perron is with us – he's formerly the Executive Chef at Charlie Palmer Steakhouse, Trummer's, and Whaley's. Now he has opened his own place. It's Locavore, a seasonal New American restaurant in historic downtown Fredericksburg; · Sam Nellia, head bartender at the Silver Lyan, a Rammy Award winner and, maybe even better, a recent selection to the prestigious North America's 50 Best Bars. They recently introduced a new cocktail menu, the result of months of research and tinkering, and he's in to mix up some samples of his good works.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Founded in 2015, the award-winning cocktail bar and distillery has consistently earned recognition on the list of The World's 50 Best Bars, reaching No.11 in 2024. Under the stewardship of long-standing bar manager Maroš Dzurus and head of R&D Paul Voza, Himkok is dedicated to creating guest-focused drinks that highlight Nordic ingredients whilst using many of the in-house spirits produced at the bar's distillery and its alumni include global superstars such as Monica Berg. Himkok Menu: https://barmagazine.com/himkoks-sips-beats-cocktail-menu/  ____________________________________ Join us every Monday as acclaimed bartender, Erick Castro, interviews some of the bar industry's top talents from around the world, including bartenders, distillers & authors. If you love cocktails & spirits then this award-winning podcast is just for you. SUPPORT US ON PATREON: Get early access to episodes, exclusive bonus episodes, special content and more: https://www.patreon.com/BartenderAtLarge WATCH OUR VIDEOS ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/bartenderatlarge FOLLOW US ON INSTAGRAM: Erick Castro: www.instagram.com/HungryBartender Bartender at Large: www.instagram.com/BartenderAtLarge FOLLOW US ON TIKTOK: Erick Castro: https://www.tiktok.com/@hungrybartender?_t=ZT-8uBekAKOGwU&_r=1 Bartender at Large: www.tiktok.com/BartenderAtLarge FOLLOW US ON TWITTER: Erick Castro: www.twitter.com/HungryBartender Bartender at Large: www.twitter.com/BartendAtLarge  

Don D and Bigg Doom are Back With Another One! We Are Joined By Kaelub. First, We Start with West Side guests, Kaelub's rapping style, Best Bar of His Career, and The Old Atlanta! Then, We Move On To We Was Supposed to Stop but We Didn't, The Issue with Signing, and Rich Kidz Influence. We End With Stilling Being of The Industry, Metro's Album & More!

When one bar door closes, another one opens. But is the new ever as good as the old? East Side favorite Nickel City recently landed a spot on North America's Best Bars list, proving that the Austin bar scene can hold its own on the national stage. Yet, we still lose our favorite spots regularly. Host Nikki DaVaughn is joined today by beer, food, and drink writer Ruvani de Silva to talk about the shifting bar scene and the must-try new spots in Austin.   This episode originally aired on May 8.  Learn more about the sponsors of this August 27th episode: Wise Want some more Austin news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Austin newsletter.  And don't forget– you can support this show and get great perks by becoming a City Cast Austin Neighbor at membership.citycast.fm  Follow us @citycastaustin You can also text us or leave a voicemail.  Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE

The Break Room (THURSDAY 7/31/25) 7am Hour 1) This Rochester bar has earned national recognition for it's uniqueness 2) The state messed up, and now these businesses are in a tough spot 3) This is the BETTER bad news out of training camp

Jack McGarry has achieved the accolades most of us dream about. He's been awarded the best bartender in the world and his NY bar, The Dead Rabbit, was awarded the distinction of Best Bar in the World, a few years after that. But that's not the end of Jack's story. Since hitting the top, Jack has redefined excellence through the lens of bar ownership and has spent the last several years working to become the best owner he can be. Today, we discuss what that looks like in theory and how it manifests itself in practical application. For more information on The Dead Rabbit, visit https://thedeadrabbit.com/____________________________________________________________Full Comp is brought to you by Yelp for Restaurants: In July 2020, a few hundred employees formed Yelp for Restaurants. Our goal is to build tools that help restaurateurs do more with limited time.We have a lot more content coming your way! Be sure to check out our other content:Yelp for Restaurants PodcastsRestaurant expert videos & webinars

RockerMike and Rob Presents: Donovan's Pub Jimmy Jacs and Dan ConnorDonovan's Pub, nestled at 57-24 Roosevelt Avenue in Woodside, Queens, has been a cherished neighborhood institution since 1966. Established by New York City firefighter Joe Donovan and his father, they transformed the former Clover Leaf Bar into a welcoming Irish-American pub that quickly became a community cornerstone .

Dylan and Max kick off with hotel room hacks and tire maintenance DIYs (bed liner on bush wheels, anyone?). In the mailbag, listeners chime in on cicadas, bar recs, AI dolls, and a heartfelt shoutout to a rockstar CFI. Flight Advice features a double header: first, whether to stick with an aviation degree or pivot, and second, a pilot blindsided by a mysterious 135 termination—and the training contract bill that followed. North America's 50 Best Bars via Listener Vince Show Notes 0:00 Intro 4:41 Tire Coating and Cicadas 8:48 Flying Diversions 18:02 Reviews 19:23 Mailbag 30:01 Double Flight Advice   Be sure to subscribe to 21Five's Youtube Channel to see our luggage review videos! Connect with us on LinkedIn Our sponsors: Move your airplane without breaking your back or the bank! Max said the Amigo AeroTow's affordable T1 tug has 'changed his hangar life'. Learn more about AeroTow's family of aviation tugs and see why its earning rave reviews from top 40 aviation podcast hosts around the globe. Use code "21five" at checkout for $100 off any AeroTow product! -- Harvey Watt, offers the only true Loss of Medical License Insurance available to individuals and small groups. Because Harvey Watt manages most airlines' plans, they can assist you in identifying the right coverage to supplement your airline's plan. Many buy coverage to supplement the loss of retirement benefits while grounded. Visit harveywatt.com to learn more! -- Advanced Aircrew Academy enables flight operations to fulfill their training needs in the most efficient and affordable way—anywhere, at any time. We do this by providing high-quality professional pilot, flight attendant, flight coordinator, maintenance, and line service training modules delivered via the web using a world-class online aviation training system. Visit aircrewacademy.com to learn more! -- Tim Pope is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and a pilot. His financial planning practice provides services to aviation professionals and aviation 401k plans. Tim helps clients pursue their financial goals by defining them, organizing & optimizing resources, planning, implementing, and monitoring their financial plan. Visit https://link.21fivepodcast.com/timothy-pope to learn more. Check out Tim's podcast: The Pilot's Portfolio podcast -- VAERUS MEANS RIGHT, TRUE, AND REAL.Buy or sell an aircraft the right way, using a true partner, to make your dream of flight real. Connect with Brooks at Vaerus Jet Sales | Learn more about the DC-3 Referral Program -- The 21.5 Podcast is supported by our friends at ProPilotWorld.com - The Premier Information & Networking Resource for Professional Pilots -- Do you have feedback, suggestions, or a great aviation story to share? Email us info@21fivepodcast.com Check out our Instagram feed @21FivePodcast for more great content and to see our collection of aviation license plates. The statements made in this show are our own opinions and do not reflect, nor were they under any direction of any of our employers.

The fellas are blowing serious blood alcohol levels on this booze episode as they talk LA's newest bar, and Jordan lists the definitve top ten adult liquids, but the only thing Max agrees with is the dishonorable mention. Then, Bubbles provides insights into his five favorite traditional cocktails, and the list is validated by everyone's favorite trivia game. And once Shapiro's bonafides are established, the recently released North America's 50 Best Bars list is expertly scrutinized.