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On this week's episode, host Caryn Antonini is joined by Steen Bojsen Møller, co-owner of Seymour's and Beverage Consultant in Palm Springs, California. Steen brings a wealth of experience to both the beverage and hospitality industry, elevating beverage programs for bars, restaurants, hotels and brands. Hailing from New Zealand, Steen began working in hospitality in Auckland, where he also opened a private bar. He ultimately moved to the U.S., working in various bars in San Francisco, including a speakeasy,  before moving to Los Angeles where he worked for Acme Hospitality at the Library Bar. From there he went on to become the opening General Manager of Spring Street Bar in Downtown LA, before moving to Palm Springs to work with Tara Lazar, friend and founder of F10 Creative. Steen currently consults bars and brands and hospitality groups. For more information on our guest:@steenbojsenmollerlinkedin.com | Caryn Antoniniwww.cultivatedbycaryn.com@carynantonini@cultivatedbycarynshow###Get great recipes from Caryn at https://carynantonini.com/recipes/

Cormac and Jane share their Edinburgh adventures. Jane is a veteran with 5 Fringes under her belt, and hear from Cormac who had a wonderful time post-Covid as a site manager. Go check out www.vogriepogrie.com Friday 13th to Sunday 15th September 2024 Inspired by the beautiful natural setting of Vogrie Country Park. Both campers & day visitors are welcome. www.vogriepogrie.com Embark on your Edinburgh adventure with insider tips from our latest podcast episode. Discover hassle-free transportation options, whether flying into Edinburgh or Glasgow, or opting for the train, tram, or bus. Explore diverse accommodation choices, from the historic charm of Old Town to the vibrant streets of Leith and the exclusive comfort of the Royal Scott's Club. During the Fringe Festival, delve into student accommodations and connect with fellow enthusiasts through dedicated Facebook groups. Indulge your taste buds with a culinary tour featuring must-try spots like Union of Genius, Bobbys, and the iconic Mosque Kitchen.  Quench your thirst at Edinburgh's legendary pubs, from Banshees to Sneaky Petes, and uncover hidden gems like the Library Bar in the Teviot during the Fringe. Dive into Edinburgh's rich history and culture with visits to Carlton Hill, the Museum of Childhood, and Harry Potter tours. Plus, don't miss out on Fringe Festival highlights like Monkey Barrel shows and Massaoke performances. Finish off with essential tips, including the importance of sturdy footwear for hilly terrain and navigating Edinburgh's unique street levels. Don't let the lack of reception catch you off guard—tune in now and prepare for an unforgettable Edinburgh experience! THE IRISH PODCAST Welcome to The Irish Podcast, where Cormac and Jane share their adventures abroad and the insights they've gained along the way. Join them as they interview fascinating individuals in the arts and hospitality sectors, as well as friends they've met abroad with unique jobs. From practical guides to different cities, including transportation, accommodation, food, and fun, to bonus episodes where they candidly share the ups and downs of living abroad, this podcast offers a mix of helpful tips and entertaining stories. Tune in to hear about their experiences, from navigating rental scams to encountering bed bugs, and gain valuable advice on how to make the move or work abroad. If you're craving realism, wanderlust, and a touch of Irish charm, subscribe now to join Cormac and Jane on their journey across the globe.       Home Subscribe Profile    ALL EPISODES 7 days ago Surviving Italy: A Guide to Avoiding Scams and Major Inconveniences Likes Download65 Share Welcome to our latest podcast episode where we dive into the intricacies of navigating Italy, from transportation woes to unexpected expenses and everything in between. Join us as we uncover the essential tips and tricks to make your Italian adventure smoother and more enjoyable. This episode mainly focuses on Florence. First up, we tackle the ins and outs of train travel in Italy. Learn why validating your tickets is crucial to avoid hefty fines, and discover the sneaky tactics of certain ticketing apps that may leave you feeling shortchanged. Next, we delve into the world of taxis in Florence, uncovering the challenges of securing a ride and why walking might just be your best bet. And while you're strolling through the charming streets, don't forget to budget for those pesky copertos and city taxes that can catch you off guard. But it's not all about expenses – we've got your tech needs covered too. Find out why relying on your roaming data plan might not be the best idea and learn where to find the best ATM deals to avoid those dreaded fees. And for our fellow smokers, we've got some insider tips on stocking up on cigarettes for those lazy Sundays when most stores are closed. Plus, we'll steer you clear of the infamous elephant bracelet guys and their street-side antics. But the surprises don't stop there – tune in to hear about our harrowing encounter with bed bugs in Rome and the upcoming episode where we explore coping methods and extermination strategies. And if you're considering renting in Italy, don't miss our insider scoop on deposits and recommended letting agencies. Whether you're a seasoned traveler or planning your first trip to Italy, this episode is packed with valuable insights to ensure your experience is nothing short of bellissimo!   FOLLOW US Website: www.theirishpodcast.com Instagram: @theirishpodcast TikTok: @theirishpodcast Youtube: /Altlivin  or search the irish podcast   ABOUT SEASON TWO Meet Jane and Cormac, your companions on a captivating journey through the highs and lows of embracing an Irish life in Italy. Join us as we unravel the tales of our relocation, navigating life as digital nomads and bartenders, and immersing ourselves in the daily hustle of a new country. Prepare to venture into the heart of Tuscany with us, where we'll uncover the enchanting nuances and quirks that define Italy. From awe-inspiring landscapes to side-splitting misadventures, including our memorable 'Bed Bug' experience – a story that's not to be missed! Take a special detour with us to the Edinburgh Fringe, where we'll regale you with our escapades and encounters in one of the world's most dynamic cultural festivals. Whether you're a seasoned travel enthusiast or simply curious about the intricacies of relocating to a new land, our podcast offers you a front-row seat to a medley of stories, laughter, and the warm embrace of Irish hospitality. So, grab your headphones, settle in, and let us entertain you!    ABOUT US Cormac is a hospitality worker having worked in Michelin restaurants to Irish bars and beyond for over almost 10 years. Originally from Leitrim, he studied Hotel Management and Business at GMIT. He was working in Galway in the bar trade for 5 years before he decided to move abroad. His original plan was to work on a vineyard in Northern Italy using WWOOF.  Worldwide Opportunities on Organic Farms (WWOOF) is a worldwide movement to link visitors with organic farmers, promote a cultural and educational exchange, and build a global community conscious of ecological farming and sustainability practices. Find out more: https://wwoof.net Jane is a communications consultant working in the culture and energy sectors. She has previously produced and promoted international organisations including Web Summit, Edinburgh Festival Fringe and European Capital of Culture projects. After 10+ years of working in Communications & Events, Jane has transitioned to fully remote consulting work. Although regularly travelling back to Ireland for work, she is now based in Florence with Cormac.   DOWNLOAD OUR FREE DAY-BY-DAY GUIDE (FREE) Here is our day by day excel sheet of our 6 week summer trip across Italy. It includes the following categories: Dates, Transport Methods, Accommodation Links, Fun (Tours, Bars & Excursions), Food and Tips for the following cities: Naples Salerno Sorrento Rome Siena Florence La Spezia (and Riomaggiore) Venice Desenzano del Garda Sirmione Malcesine Riva del Garda Download the travel guide for free at: https://www.theirishpodcast.com/shop

James Grant, World Class Global Bartender of the Year 2021 and Canada's 100 Best Bartender of the Year 2022, stops into the Bar Hacks podcast! As the director of mixology at the Fairmont Royal York in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, James oversees three distinct concepts: CLOCKWORK, REIGN, and The Library Bar. As he explains, this role is quite a step up from bartending at and managing an 18-seat speakeasy in Edmonton, Alberta. On this episode, James talks about his journey through hospitality to his current role; his approach to developing the Fairmont Royal York's cocktail programs; tips for speakeasy operators; advice for new operators; what it means to have The Library Bar recognized by World's 50 Best Bars; and more. Cheers! Notes James Grant Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oldgrayrabbit/ Fairmont Royal York website: https://thefairmontroyalyork.com/ Fairmont Royal York Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fairmontroyalyork/ The Library Bar Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/librarybartoronto/ CLOCKWORK Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/clockworktoronto/ REIGN Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reigntoronto/ The Library Bar on World's 50 Best Bars: https://www.theworlds50best.com/discovery/Establishments/Canada/Toronto/Library-Bar-at-Fairmont-Royal-York-Hotel.html

Nestled amongst 370 acres of gardens and grounds is the grandeur of the historic Cliveden House. Originally built in 1666 by the Duke of Buckingham, the last owner was William Waldorf Astor who rebuilt the estate to what it is today. The National Trust is the owner of Cliveden House which is now a breathtaking luxury five star hotel. Recently, I booked an overnight stay at Cliveden House through American Express Travel's Fine Hotels and Resorts.  The benefits included a free breakfast and free upgrade. I was traveling with my friend, May Wong from graduate school and her dog, George. The hotel graciously welcomes pets. (Please refer to the pet policy guidelines). Cliveden House is a culinary delight. The Lady Astor Afternoon Tea was indeed a delicious highlight. Overlooking the expansive gardens, tea is served in true English fashion. The signature drink 66 served in the wood-paneled Library Bar is an homage 1666, the year in which the Duke of Buckingham built Cliveden House. There are several Michelin starred restaurants in the area, and the concierge is happy to help arrange reservations. Charity begins in the kitchen. In the Cliveden House gift shop, a copy of the Chefs at Home cookbook is available for purchase, and a portion of proceeds benefit the wonderful non-profit Hospitality Action. Subscribe to the audio podcast of Kitchen Chat on Apple, https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/kitchen-chat-margaret-mcsweeney/id447185040 or Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/3PpcTPpvHEh8eOMfDUm8I9 Visit Kitchenchat.info Visit https://www.Kitchenchat.info

We are venturing into the colorful landscape of France to discuss the international hit Amélie. Even though it's 33 on The 50 Best Rom-Coms list, it might be fair to say it has to be number one in beauty, cinematography and imagination. First-time guest and fellow Normanite, Nikki Howell, joins Nathan to discuss the whimsical charm of this French film. Listen to learn why this movie holds such a special place in Nikki's heart and why Nathan was quite taken by the film, despite not being won over by Amélie's love interest, Nino.

Rock on the Hill is an alternative charity music and art event, focusing on creating a safe space for Durham creatives, both students and not. In support of Durham food bank this will take place at venues around the city, The Angel Inn, Fabio's and The Library Bar (07/10,08/10,09/10). Alongside a number of student bands, this will include Peterbrough's Call to the Faithful, Guildford's Zani XR and the poet Ace Williams. The speakers were Ace Williams, punk-poet, PhD student at UEA and Durham graduate, Hector Miranda, Durham Rocksoc president, PhD student and Void Staté's guitarist; joined by Sirawich Arjparu, Elvet's guitarist and vocalist and Myles Choundtourer, Elvet's bassist (#unplugthebass), and Geology student.

To celebrate the 10th anniversary of their groundbreaking, Mercury Prize-winning debut album, An Awesome Wave, alt-J explore their early history together, over the course of the upcoming five episodes. In Episode 1, they return to their old university house in Leeds, known as Ash Grove after the street it's on. There, they revisit major moments from those days, from meeting on campus in 2007 while studying in various arts and literature classes together, to playing their first-ever show in the living room of Ash Grove, to writing and demoing songs like “Matilda” and “Breezeblocks” in the attic room upstairs, and more. They also give a walking tour of beloved local sites, including the legendary Brudenell Social Club and other regular haunts – a greasy spoon diner called Popina's, the Eldon, where Joe first took mushrooms, and the Library Bar, where they played frequently in those early days, in the lead-up to recording An Awesome Wave. *** In addition to celebrating An Awesome Wave with this podcast, alt-J have joined forces with premium social live media platform Moment for a worldwide digital performance, set for Wednesday, October 19 (North America/Europe/United Kingdom/Africa) and Thursday, October 20 (Australia/NZ & Asia). Recorded May 17, 2022 at Brixton, London's world famous O2 Academy, the concert sees alt-J performing An Awesome Wave in its entirety, joined on stage by Gwil Sainsbury for the band's first single, “Bloodflood,” as well as the album-closing epic, “Taro.” In addition, the ticketed event features an additional set showcasing greatest hits and fan favorites from alt-J's subsequent body of work, spanning 2014's This Is All Yours, 2017's Relaxer, and 2022's internationally acclaimed new album, The Dream. Tickets to the digital concert event – along with a limited edition line of official 10th anniversary An Awesome Wave merchandise – are available now HERE, exclusively via Moment. Ticket buyers will automatically get access to video-on-demand (VOD) upon purchase, allowing them to view the event for up until 24 hours after the end of the official streaming premiere. Fans who miss the premiere can still buy VOD up until three hours before the 24-hour VOD window closes, ensuring ample time to watch (or re-watch) the event.

This week, we reunite with a previous guest; author and friend of The Lighthouse, Nadia Wassef. Since our first episode with Nadia, her well received debut memoir Chronicles of a Cairo Bookseller has been published in several languages and Nadia is now preparing for her second narrative structure—but in a faster paced, post-lockdown world. Recorded in the Library Bar at The Lighthouse Abu Dhabi, our episode with Nadia revisits her experience during lockdown while writing Chronicles and how she found her narrative arc. She also shares her views on managing feedback constructively; and why writing should not be used by the author as a form of personal therapy.  Links: Nadia Wassef on The Lighthouse Conversations (2021)

Hal was born in Ardmore, Oklahoma and went to school in Oklahoma City where he was a junior Rotarian and was exposed for the first time to the business world. He attended UCO and OU studying marketing and finance and then began his career in the restaurant industry while attending OU and a restaurant on Campus Corner. Hal has held C-level leadership, often as the CEO, President, or owner, for restaurants and corporations that include Steak & Ale, Pillsbury, Haagen Daz Ice Cream, and Chili's Restaurants, Outback Steakhouse, On the Border, and Krispy Kreme. In June 1992, he founded Hal Smith Restaurants along with Hank Kraft, David Brauckmann and Mike Rogers. HSR is a restaurant management company headquartered in Norman, Oklahoma responsible for these restaurant concepts: Charleston's Restaurant, Red Rock Canyon Grill, Mahogany Prime Steakhouse, Ted's Café Escondido as a partner to Ted Curtis, Louie's Bar & Grill, Toby Keith's I Love This Bar & Grill, Hefner Grill, The Garage, Upper Crust, Pub W, Jimmy B's, Notorious Pie, Neighborhood Jam, The Library Bar and Grill, Mama Roja, and Hollie's. Lexie Winters is a 12 year old entrepreneur, owner of Mooi (Pronounced "moy") Mooi is an all-natural and organic skincare business that sells exfoliation scrubs and body butters. Lexie's Exfoliation Scrubs are used to remove dead skin and moisturize dry skin. They come in different scents like Sweet Orange and Lavender. Her Body Butters are used to moisturize dry skin and then give your skin a protective layer against UV rays. They come in scents like Coconut and Vanilla. I also have one that smells like shea butter. Lexie started Mooi because she wasn't getting a good result when I used store bought beauty products. She didn't like the chemicals in them and it was hard to find stuff that works great. Mooi only uses all-natural ingredients and no harmful chemicals are in the products.

Hal was born in Ardmore, Oklahoma and went to school in Oklahoma City where he was a junior Rotarian and was exposed for the first time to the business world. He attended UCO and OU studying marketing and finance and then began his career in the restaurant industry while attending OU and a restaurant on Campus Corner. Hal has held C-level leadership, often as the CEO, President, or owner, for restaurants and corporations that include Steak & Ale, Pillsbury, Haagen Daz Ice Cream, and Chili's Restaurants, Outback Steakhouse, On the Border, and Krispy Kreme. In June 1992, he founded Hal Smith Restaurants along with Hank Kraft, David Brauckmann and Mike Rogers. HSR is a restaurant management company headquartered in Norman, Oklahoma responsible for these restaurant concepts: Charleston's Restaurant, Red Rock Canyon Grill, Mahogany Prime Steakhouse, Ted's Café Escondido as a partner to Ted Curtis, Louie's Bar & Grill, Toby Keith's I Love This Bar & Grill, Hefner Grill, The Garage, Upper Crust, Pub W, Jimmy B's, Notorious Pie, Neighborhood Jam, The Library Bar and Grill, Mama Roja, and Hollie's. Lexie Winters is a 12 year old entrepreneur, owner of Mooi (Pronounced "moy") Mooi is an all-natural and organic skincare business that sells exfoliation scrubs and body butters. Lexie's Exfoliation Scrubs are used to remove dead skin and moisturize dry skin. They come in different scents like Sweet Orange and Lavender. Her Body Butters are used to moisturize dry skin and then give your skin a protective layer against UV rays. They come in scents like Coconut and Vanilla. I also have one that smells like shea butter. Lexie started Mooi because she wasn't getting a good result when I used store bought beauty products. She didn't like the chemicals in them and it was hard to find stuff that works great. Mooi only uses all-natural ingredients and no harmful chemicals are in the products.

On this very special Low Budget Live LIVE LIVE, Luke runs his mouth live from the Library Bar in downtown Fort Worth, TX with a room for a Low Lifers looking on. Luke was joined by special guests Jacob Powroznik, Todd Castledine, Ben Milliken, Fat Cat Newton, Bradley Hallman, The ZARK, Ben Milliken, and the one and only, Gerald Swindle for a dang good time! Recorded live on 6-12-21. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brendan and Ken discuss Jack Campbell's clean sheet, PP struggles, Galchenyuk's continued success on the 2nd line, rental pieces, upsets in the NCAA tourney, Norm Powell, and we'll head to the Library Bar. 

Ken Stapon and Brendan McCarthy of TSN talk about the Leafs recent skid losing 5 of their last 6 contests and what the level of concern is surrounding the team. They further discuss the goaltending concerns surrounding the club in their recent slide. As always they take a quick spin around the top stories in the league, and tell you who is at the Library Bar this week.

In episode 28, Ken and Brendan recap the Leafs two straight losses vs. the Canucks and tee-up the 3-game set vs. Winnipeg. We discuss the idea of Dubas making acquisitions to the forward group, hometown discounts, Sutter back at the helm in Calgary, Kaprizov, and Ken may have caved and had a bevvy despite attempting dry March... we discuss at the Library Bar.

Ken and Brendan discuss the Leafs emphatic sweep over the Oilers. Our friend & colleague Ross Levitan, host of Locked On Senators Podcast, join the guys to discuss Jason Spezza's impact in the bottom 6. We also dive into the Leafs depth scoring vs. a lethargic Oilers group, Bergevin/Price, Andrei Vasilevskiy, and of course… a quick stop for a ‘Rosscow Mule' at the Library Bar… who's showing up this week? 

In the Wayne Simmonds edition of NALP, Ken and Brendan discuss the red hot AM34, Nylander benching, Alex Galchenyuk, Lake Tahoe, Crosby's 1000th game... and who's at the Library Bar this week?

In the Alexei Ponikarovsky edition of Not Another Leafs pod, Ken and Brendan discuss the first two games against OTT, Nylander & Tavares dry spell, Auston Powers rapid scoring pace, where Jumbo Joe should slot into the lineup, McDavid's 500 pt milestone, ODR and of course… our popular segment… who's at the Library Bar? 

Scarborough Dude keeps on keeping on, talking books and ending with a new vision for his basement bar.

A legendary evening framed and captured.

The Platform episode one hundred and twenty-five features a mix by 4MATIK from La Crosse, Wisconsin. As an open format DJ, his technical skills and the ability to read the crowd have made him a local fan-favorite. He's been the official DJ for the Wisconsin Car Enthusiast Club (WCEC) for the last three years supplying the music in the car scene all over Wisconsin. A staple in the area, he has numerous residencies at popular downtown venues such as Brother's, Animal House, Library Bar and The Crow and has opened for artists like Juicy J and Milwaukee's Quadi who frequents the city. Be sure to follow him on his socials listed below and enjoy 4Matik's latest mix, on The Platform. Bookings: deejay4matik@gmail.com Socials: linktr.ee/DJ4MATIK

Welcome back to Books and the City! We’re changing things up with our first bonus mini episode, so pour yourself a glass of wine and pull up a comfy chair for this mini convo about all things Bookstagram. This lovely little corner of the internet is the reason we all met and became IRL friends, so we’re breaking it down. Find out how we all got started on Bookstagram, how we feel about the platform, the pressure to read it all, and Emily’s alternate handle (she made the right call with @thelazylibrary, trust us). Read on for all of our “Bookstagram Made Me Do It” picks, paired with the best NYC places to read them! -------------> Bookstagram made Emily read Normal People by Sally Rooney https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/592625/normal-people-by-sally-rooney/ Head to the Upper West Side’s throwback bar, Dublin House, to enjoy this one. You’ll feel transported to Dublin, where the main characters in this novel reconnect and attend University together. Bookstagram made Kayla pick up The Giver of Stars by JoJo Moyes https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/535031/the-giver-of-stars-by-jojo-moyes/ You’ll want to enjoy this novel about Packhorse Librarians of Kentucky at The Library Bar at The NoMad hotel, just south of Koreatown. Get cozy with a cocktail and enjoy surrounded by stunning, floor-to-ceiling bookshelves. Bookstagram made Becky read American Royals by Katharine McGee https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/598278/american-royals-by-katharine-mcgee/ Stop by the George Washington Bar in the Freehand Hotel to settle into a world where American Royals could exist. This upscale atmospheric refurbished library room in Kips Bay perfectly matches the lush political intrigue of the novel. Sip a cocktail and imagine that giant painting above the bar is of KING George Washington! Bookstagram (and book club) made Libby pick up The Unhoneymooners by Christina Lauren https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-Unhoneymooners/Christina-Lauren/9781501128035 Read this one with a refreshing cocktail at The Happiest Hour in the West Village, where it feels like you’re partaking in a Hawaiian vacation all year round. Music by EpidemicSound, logo art by @niczollos, all opinions our own.

Aaron is back on the podcast to talk about his experience taking over Erin’s Hinge app and trying to set her up on dates. Aaron left her profile “as is” and went to work swiping trying to find her a “unicorn.”Aaron shares the struggles he faced: getting ghosted, blocked, and unmatched. Erin shares the struggles she faced, finding the time to go on a date(s).After two failed attempts, was the third one a charm?Erin talks about her blind date in Downtown Los Angeles at the Library Bar with Mo and her four handcrafted cocktails. The Library Bar had a fun, upbeat vibe and reminded her of Save The Last Dance. She will be back. The date, well, you’ll have to hear for yourself. Was it a one and done, or is a second date in the works?

Find “Trump, Inc.” wherever you get your podcasts. This week’s episode examines the intersection of money, presidential access and security, and the push and pull between government spending and private profits at Mar-a-Lago. In April 2017, Chinese President Xi Jinping visited Mar-a-Lago, President Donald Trump’s Palm Beach, Florida, estate and club, for a two-day summit. While Xi and his delegation stayed at a nearby hotel, Trump and his advisers stayed at the peach-colored, waterfront resort. That evening, Trump and a dozen of his closest advisers hosted Xi and the Chinese delegation in an ornate dining room where they ate Dover sole and New York strip steak. Those sorts of lavish, formal gatherings are expected for a major bilateral summit. But then there are less formal events. At some point later that evening, a group repaired to Mar-a-Lago’s Library Bar, a wood-paneled study with a portrait of Trump in tennis whites (titled “The Visionary”) hanging nearby. The group asked the bartender to leave the room so it “could speak confidentially,” according to an email written by Mar-a-Lago’s catering director, Brooke Watson. // View note The Secret Service guarded the door, according to the email. The bartender wasn’t allowed to return. And members of the group began pouring themselves drinks. No one paid. Six days later, on April 13, Mar-a-Lago created a bill for those drinks, tallying $838 worth of alcohol plus a 20% service charge. It covered 54 drinks (making for an average price of $18.62 each) of premium liquor: Chopin vodka, Patron and Don Julio Blanco tequilas and Woodford Reserve bourbon. Watson’s email did not specify how many people consumed the alcohol or who the participants were. (It stated that she “was told” the participants included then-strategist Steve Bannon and then-deputy chief of staff Joe Hagin. Bannon, who has said he stopped drinking years ago, said he didn’t drink at Mar-a-Lago and didn’t recall the episode. Hagin did not respond to requests for comment.) // View note The bill was sent to the State Department, which objected to covering it. It was then forwarded to the White House, which paid the tab. The unusual cocktail hour underscores a unique push and pull in the current administration: Donald Trump’s White House pays a bill and Donald Trump’s club reaps the revenue. (It’s unclear if the White House asked any of those drinking to reimburse the government; the White House declined to comment.) The premium liquor costs are only the beginning of government spending at Mar-a-Lago that emerges in hundreds of pages of receipts and email correspondence between Trump Organization employees and staffers for the State Department, which oversees presidential diplomatic travel and works with the Secret Service and White House. The emails show that the president’s company refused to agree to what was essentially a bulk-purchase agreement with the federal government, and that it charged the maximum allowable federal rate for hotel rooms. The Trump Organization could be obstinate when it came to rates for, say, function rooms at Mar-a-Lago, a problem that was eased when the president signed a law lifting the maximum “micro-purchase” the government can make.   The emails have been released as part of an ongoing lawsuit between the nonprofit Property of the People, a Washington-based transparency group, and the federal government. Property of the People provided the emails and receipts to ProPublica and we, in turn, have added them to our tracker of government spending at Trump-owned properties for our interactive graphic Paying the President. (The State Department is expected to release an additional 1,800 pages of records as part of the lawsuit, which was filed under the Freedom of Information Act.) In response to questions from ProPublica, the State Department asked for and received the documents described in this article. State Department officials promised a detailed response, but then declined comment. The documents reveal the intersection between Trump’s conflicting interests. The emails show that “Mar-a-Lago wanted to have the government money without the government rules,” said Charles Tiefer, a law professor at the University of Baltimore who served on the congressionally chartered Commission on Wartime Contracting in Iraq and Afghanistan. A few months after Trump’s inauguration, the State Department proposed a contract that would pay $200,000 for all room costs for federal employees who stay at Mar-a-Lago over the first term of his presidency. But Mar-a-Lago rejected the government's proposal. Instead, Trump’s resort bills the government the maximum permitted by federal rules: 300% of the government’s per diem rate, which works out to $546 per night. Mar-a-Lago rejected the proposed flat-fee arrangement, according to the emails, because of concerns the club’s lawyers had about the Federal Acquisition Regulation, or FAR, which governs federal purchases and is overseen by contracting officers. FAR seeks to promote competition and maintain “the public’s trust.” The emails suggest the Trump Organization was worried that the lack of competitive bidding could run afoul of federal rules, among other concerns. A State Department staffer wrote in May 2017 that Mar-a-Lago’s attorneys brought up federal “small business set-aside” requirements, which set strict rules for sole-source government bids for small businesses. The State Department staffer wrote that Mar-a-Lago’s “concerns are based on their general lack of knowledge on the applicability of the FAR regulations.” // View note Mar-a-Lago and the Trump Organization did not respond to ProPublica’s requests for comment. Since Mar-a-Lago wouldn’t agree to a bulk contract, the State Department had to go to Plan B. When it came to the meeting with China’s president, for example, the agency had to go into some contortions to make Mar-a-Lago’s $546 nightly room rate square with its rules on competitive bidding, given that there are other less expensive hotels nearby. At least 16 staffers stayed at the Hampton Inn in West Palm Beach; at least eight stayed at the nearby Hilton Garden Inn; and four others stayed at the Tideline Ocean Resort & Spa, where the press pool also stayed, according to a hotel manifest obtained through the FOIA lawsuit. The government-negotiated rates at those establishments ranged from $195 to $305 per night. // View note (At least 24 White House and federal staffers stayed at Mar-a-Lago during the Xi visit. They included then-Secretary of State Rex Tillerson; then-chief of staff Reince Priebus; then-Secretary of Defense Jim Mattis; Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin; then-National Economic Council adviser Gary Cohn; and other advisers, past and present, such as Bannon, Hope Hicks, Stephen Miller and Sean Spicer.) // View note The State Department also broke with protocol regarding taxpayer-funded travel and applied for a Citibank travel card just for Mar-a-Lago visits. Meanwhile, other problems emerged: • Mar-a-Lago can’t process charges over $10,000, which led to problems when the club split bills and charged the government card for multiple transactions, emails show. // View note • Mar-a-Lago refused government requests to waive the costs of its "function room” for press and other official meetings in April 2017, leading to a near-violation of a $3,500 government spending cap. Last year, Trump signed a law that lifted that cap, known as the “micro-purchase threshold,” from $3,500 to $10,000. The law does not appear to have been aimed at facilitating spending at Mar-a-Lago, but it allows the club to avoid additional government contracting rules when charging sums below $10,000. • In one instance, after the government was charged more than $3,500 for conference space at Mar-a-Lago, it asked the Trump Organization for a 10% discount so that it wouldn’t violate the micro-purchase threshold. Mar-a-Lago relented, but only after months of haggling. // View note In the emails, the director of presidential travel support, Michael Dobbs, frequently described the creation of a charge card unique to Mar-a-Lago as a “headache.”   // View note As Steve Schooner, a professor of government contracting law at George Washington University, put it, “The fact that we have a State Department contracting officer saying this is a headache is a reminder that, but for the relationship with President Trump, this would not be a contract the government would be having. That's a problem." Many of the expenses incurred by White House staff are arranged and paid for by the White House’s Office of Administration. These expenses are not required to be made public. The same goes for Secret Service spending to protect the president on such visits. (The Government Accountability Office released a report last month evaluating spending at Mar-a-Lago in February and March 2017 and found that a total of $60,000 was spent at the hotel during four trips; the figure ran to $13.6 million when costs for plane travel, secret service, security and other logistics were included.) The State Department payments, and its work on behalf of the White House and other traveling staff, are considered public records. Between 2015 and June of 2018, at least $16.1 million has poured into Trump Organization-managed and branded hotels, golf courses and restaurants from his campaign, Republican organizations and government agencies. Because Trump’s business empire is overseen by a trust of which he is the sole beneficiary, he profits from these hotel stays, banquet hall rentals and meals. Federal spending rules don't specifically address agency-level spending on alcohol that is directly invoiced to the government, as occurred with the $1,000 bar tab at Mar-a-Lago. The State Department and the White House have had exemptions included in their appropriations legislation to allow for alcohol purchases. Individual government employees are not permitted to use charge cards for "improper" purposes, such as alcohol, and federal per diem rules allow for charges for breakfast, lunch, dinner and related tips and taxes but specifically exclude alcoholic drinks. Six government contracting experts said Mar-a-Lago may be violating rules requiring competitive bids. They argue that Mar-a-Lago’s practice of invoicing meeting spaces, hotel stays and meals separately is a way to get around federal spending rules. “Mar-a-Lago didn’t want to compete, they wanted to sneak around the requirements, and charge much higher prices than the competition,” said Tiefer, who served as deputy general counsel with the House of Representatives for 11 years. “It’s not the first time in history that vendors have tried to get around the rules by charging individual components. This is familiar to every contracting officer. And it’s wrong. It’s not just a technicality. It’s not a game. The only safeguard the public has against the Trumps swallowing up all the government business is at least minimal competition.” Several experts contend the State Department is exploiting loopholes in government spending rules to facilitate official gatherings at Mar-a-Lago. “It’s one of the biggest fears coming true, that they are bending over backwards to help the Trump Organization,” said Scott Amey, general counsel of the Project On Government Oversight. “I'm frustrated the State Department would exploit the system to bill Uncle Sam and the taxpayers. To have the government bicker to get a 10% discount shows the Trump Organization isn't putting the American public first. It's a worst-case scenario when it comes to conflicts of interest, with the president and his children putting themselves and profits ahead of the public." ### “Trump, Inc.” is exploring whether the federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is still enforcing consumer financial laws and holding companies accountable. We want to hear from people who work at the agency or left recently (particularly those familiar with enforcement actions, supervisory exams and areas such as payday lending and debt collection). We’re also hoping to hear from consumers and companies who have interacted with the bureau in recent years. To find out more, click here.  “Trump, Inc.” is a production of WNYC Studios and ProPublica. Support our work by visiting donate.propublica.org or by becoming a supporting member of WNYC. Subscribe here or wherever you get your podcasts.

Popular Arizona restauranteur Julian Wright is embroiled in a bitter battle with former managers who claim Wright misappropriated funds. Wright responded to those allegations by accusing the former managers of misappropriation. Wright owned the Gringo Star Street Bar, which subsequently closed without notice to investors. Wright’s limited liability company is Fork & Dagger, LLC., listed as “manager” in legal documents. Whiskey Rocks Tempe, LLC, is a limited liability company organized for the operation of  the Gringo Star Street Bar. True Gentlemen, LLC (“TL”) is a member of Gringo, hence, Fork & Dagger is one corporation. Operating under it is Whiskey Rocks Tempe, and under that True Gentlemen. Wright’s rebuttal contends: “Throughout the past year, TL (Gringo Star managers) has alleged and asserted to other Gringo members that “manager” (referring to Wright) had engaged in fraud and other improprieties, and had overcharged for corporate overhead and other expenses. Most recently, in the course of soliciting other members to contribute to an alleged litigation fund being amassed by TL. It stated it would be filing a ‘public complaint’ against Manager for its alleged wrongdoing.” As previously reported, investors in the Gringo Star Street Bar are still awaiting a return on their investment. Overview of the case The bar opened in 2013, offering arcade games, food and drinks, dancing, and street art. The 6,500-square foot bar on the corner of 5th Street and Mill Avenue was once home to the Library Bar and Grill, another of Wright’s establishments. Gringo Star’s opening was highly anticipated from both a consumer and investor standpoint. Mill Avenue is popular for its unique taverns and nightlife, which draws patrons from nearby Arizona State University. From an investment standpoint, it appeared to offer a good return. The following allegations were set forth in Wright’s response: Pursuant to the agreement of the parties, Manager permitted two of TL’s Members, Hartley Rodie and Stephen Sperry, to conduct and oversee Gringo’s day-to-day business. While Sperry and Rodie operated Gringo’s business successfully and profitably between 2013 and 2016, Gringo’s net income declined significantly after 2016. Upon information and belief, Sperry and Rodie neglected their duties to Gringo upon their potential involvement in other restaurant ventures. Sperry and Rodie also engaged in excessive participation or giveaways of Gringo’s property, giving away food, drinks and other property of Gringo in “comps” totaling $1,027,902.00 out of total gross income (including comps) of $10,548,451.00. Although Sperry and Rodie controlled the day-to-day operations of Gringo, Manager provided oversight, corporate-type and administrative services and caused an outside bookkeeper and CPA to pay bills and handle other accounting matters for Gringo. Wright maintains that all finances are properly accounted for. The matter is expected to go to arbitration.

When the Gringo Star Street Bar in Tempe, Arizona closed abruptly in mid-January, investors said they were taken by surprise when they learned via Facebook post that the popular nightspot had closed its doors for good. “I had no idea it closed,” said a Tempe resident at the time, who had invested in the establishment. His sentiment was echoed by other investors, who wished to remain anonymous for fear of financial retribution. The surprise was not that the establishment had closed, but that shareholders had learned of the closure on social media. As reported January 20, a post on the bar’s Facebook page alerted customers to the closing. There was no explanation given and numerous questions from patrons were left unanswered. In March, Wright told shareholders that once the books were reconciled, they would receive their return on investment. Months passed without payment. Now the former managers are in a bitter legal battle with Wright, alleging he misappropriated Gringo Star’s funds.  Conversely, Wright is alleging it was not he, but his former managers, who misappropriated funds. The bar opened in 2013, offering arcade games, food and drinks, dancing, and street art. The 6,500 square foot bar on the corner of 5th Street and Mill Avenue was once home to the Library Bar and Grill, another of Wright’s restaurant bars. Gringo Star’s opening was highly anticipated from both a consumer and investor standpoint. Mill Avenue is popular for its unique taverns and nightlife which draws patrons from nearby Arizona State University. From amigos to antagonists Investors said things started going south after a couple of years. They no longer received dividends and found Wright difficult to reach. They allege when they asked questions about their investment or the financial health of the Gringo Star Street Bar, they were either ignored or not given an answer. When they did receive an answer, they allege it wasn’t a favorable one. In fact, two investors said Wright would answer with a “F**k you” if he didn’t like what was being asked of him. Veritas News was provided with a string of text messages allegedly between a shareholder and Wright that does show crude language. At that time, Wright did provide a profit and loss statement for 2017.  The records show total sales of just over $1 million, but with overall sales down 39.4 percent. Currently faced with arbitration through the American Arbitration Association (AAA), Wright sent a memo to investors stating, “The proforma Operating Budget provided to you prior to your investment projected that operating expenses would total 18.27% of gross sales. Actual operating expenses of Gringo Star from 2013 totaled 18.13% of adjusted gross revenues (i.e., total gross revenues less $1,027,902.00 of drinks and food that (former managers) comped to unknown persons during their management of Gringo Star).” It continues, “The proforma Opening Budget projected that corporate overhead would total 3.01% of gross sales. From 2013 to 2017 corporate overhead actually totaled 3.03% of adjusted gross sales (gross less [former managers’] giveaways).” No date has been set for the arbitration.

It was more bad news for some who invested in a Tempe bar owned by Julian Wright as the IRS has sent notifications that they owe money. According to one shareholder, the IRS sent notification that money is owed for the Canteen bar. “He’s costing his investors almost a quarter of a million dollars because he didn’t do something right,” the investor said. “We’re paying penalties and interest and the investors had nothing to do with it.” The shareholder said it makes no sense that those who invested in the Canteen are liable to the IRS. “According to him (Wright), he sold have the business to someone else and they took it over.  Then the other owner put in that they put in a million dollars in assets, when it was really only $300,000 in assets for depreciation. So why aren’t they paying it instead of us paying it.” For some investors, there was another potential loss as Wright abruptly closed the Gringo Star Street Bar on the popular Mill Avenue. The closure left shareholders to wonder if they will see any income from the sale, which Wright said was $300,000.  The Tempe bar  opened in 2013, offering arcade games, food, drinks, dancing and street art. The 6,500 square foot bar on the corner of 5th Street and Mill Avenue was once home to the Library Bar and Grill, another of Wright’s bar/restaurants. Gringo Star’s opening was highly anticipated from both a consumer and investor standpoint. Shareholders said when the bar first opened, it appeared to be a sound investment. They said they did see a return on the funds they entrusted with Wright. But after a couple years, they said things started going south. They no longer received dividends and Wright was difficult to reach. They allege when they asked questions about their investment or the financial health of the Gringo Star Street Bar, they were either ignored or not given an answer. When they did receive an answer, they allege it wasn’t a favorable one. In fact, two investors said Wright would answer with a “F**k you” if he didn’t like what was being asked of him. Veritas News was provided with a string of text messages allegedly between a shareholder and Wright that does show crude language. One investor said he has received no explanation for the money owed the IRS. He said he was told that Wright didn’t want to get into a pissing match with the new owner. “He’s supposed to be fiscally responsible to us,” the shareholder said. “We invest with him to make money.” Wright is the president of Fork & Dagger Restaurant Group. He has opened and closed bars in and around Tempe. In October, ABC15 reported Wright’s plans to open Equal Parts, a “rustic northern Italian” eatery in downtown Chandler had been scrapped for a different concept. The new concept will be called Las Palmas Cantina. Wright has been featured in several Phoenix New Times stories. He has also been featured in a promotional video for Tempe. Learning the IRS wants the investors to pay penalties and interest didn’t sit well for those who already anticipate a loss from Gringo Star. Gringo Star Street Bar’s Jan. through Oct. 2017 profit and loss statement indicates the establishment took a  negative 37 percent change in sales. The 2016 profit and loss statement also indicates a loss of revenue. Arizona Leisure’s website states, “Without a doubt, Tempe’s Mill Avenue District is the hottest entertainment center in Arizona. It is the hot spot in the Valley of the Sun Phoenix area with the highest concentration of restaurants, cafes, microbreweries, sports bars, unique shopping and nightlife than any other place in the Metro area.” The location of the bar and its proximity to the university leaves one investor baffled as to Gringo Star’s demise. “It’s a popular area and a college hangout,” the shareholder noted. “I thought it would be a good investment. Lots of foot traffic.” College students and foot traffic weren’t enough to keep Gringo Star out of the red, according to another shareholder. “It was mismanaged. They were giving out too many comps and not watching the bottom line.” What will happen next, the shareholders said they aren’t sure. Those interviewed said they hope to receive some money from the sale, however, noted they won’t be surprised if they don’t. “We probably won’t see a nickel. I’ll be surprised if we do,” said one investor. They are hoping after the bills are paid that there will be something left for the investors to receive. For those invested in the Canteen, the Gringo Star profits could pay the IRS.

The owner of the Gringo Star Street Bar in Tempe, Arizona said a manager posted the closure notice on Facebook before he had the chance to notify investors. That’s one of the complaints investors stated when owner Julian Wright abruptly closed the popular bar located on Mill Avenue. “There was no communication,” said an investor who trusted his money with Wright. “I found out Gringo Star closed when I saw it on Facebook.” The shareholder noted that there had been “street talk” that business was faltering and that it was apparent the bar was not doing well, however, he was “left in the dark.” The Jan. 19 closure announcement was vague, leaving investors to wonder what was going on. They alleged Wright was a poor communicator and that it wasn’t until he was contacted by an investor that  all investors were notified that the bar had been sold. Wright said investors were aware he’d been trying to sell. “The investors that keep in touch with me had known about us trying to sell this business for a year now, including a time in October when it was in escrow and was supposed to close and then a day before it fell out so I didn’t want to get anyone too excited to look like this was a done deal.” Wright sold the bar for $300,000 but had not received any money at the time of the sale. He said last week he has since received the money and investors will be paid. The bar opened in 2013, offering arcade games, food, drinks, dancing and street art. The 6,500 square foot bar on the corner of 5th Street and Mill Avenue was once home to the Library Bar and Grill, another of Wright’s bar/restaurants. Gringo Star’s opening was highly anticipated from both a consumer and investor standpoint. Shareholders said when the bar first opened, it appeared to be a sound investment. They said they did see a return on the funds they entrusted with Wright. But after a couple years, they said things started going south. They no longer received dividends and Wright was difficult to reach. They allege when they asked questions about their investment or the financial health of the Gringo Star Street Bar, they were either ignored or not given an answer. No government funding  When asked if he receives any government funding, Wright said, “No such thing exists for bars in Tempe.” He added, “I’m the biggest investor since day one.” The Tempe city government was contacted for confirmation, however, did not respond. Phone calls were not returned and an email sent requesting the information under the Freedom of Information Act received no acknowledgement or response of any kind. Wright said his businesses are privately financed and added that he’s very protective of his investors. In response to allegations that he’s lax in his communication with his shareholders, Wright said, “I’m not the greatest communicator especially since I no longer have my company controlled who handled all the investor communications.”  He said there are certain types of investors, such as those who complain or feel something underhanded is going on, that he no longer does business with. “I don’t accept money from investors like that anymore and so I’m ridding myself of those cancerous types of individuals.” When asked why Gringo Star Street Bar wasn’t able to keep the doors open, Wright said Mill Avenue is very competitive. “After Gringo Star opened, countless other bars, seeing our success, opened around us and in better locations.” He added that there have been more bars that have failed on Mill Avenue than have been successful. Wright noted that a bar in a college town rarely has a lifespan beyond three years. “The fact it lasted five years is pretty impressive,” he said. Despite the investor complaints, Wright said no money was lost.  “That’s the reality,” he said.

Investors left in the dark regarding Gringo Star Street Bar closure  Investors of a popular Tempe, Arizona bar were taken by surprise when they learned via a Facebook post that the Gringo Star Street Bar on Mill Avenue had locked the doors for good. “I had no idea it closed,” said a Tempe resident, who had invested in the establishment. His sentiment was echoed by other investors, who wished to remain anonymous for fear of financial retribution. The surprise was not that the establishment had closed, but that shareholders had learned of the closure on social media and not from the owner or managing partners. “There was no communication,” said an investor who trusted his money with Gringo Star Street Bar owner Julian Wright. “I found out Gringo Star closed when I saw it on Facebook.” The shareholder noted that there had been “street talk” that business was faltering and that it was apparent the bar was not doing well, however, he was “left in the dark.” Unbeknown to shareholders, the bar was sold, according to Hartley Rodie, Gringo Star Street Bar managing partner. “We sold the bar,” Rodie wrote in response to a request for information. “The group that purchased it will be starting construction immediately and opening a different concept in the coming months. Bodie didn’t elaborate as to who purchased the facility and what it will become. As reported January 20, a post on the bar’s Facebook page alerted customers to the closing. There was no explanation given and numerous questions from patrons were left unanswered. The bar opened in 2013, offering arcade games, food, drinks, dancing and street art. The 6,500 square foot bar on the corner of 5th Street and Mill Avenue was once home to the Library Bar and Grill, another of Wright’s bar/restaurants. Gringo Star’s opening was highly anticipated from both a consumer and investor standpoint. Shareholders said when the bar first opened, it appeared to be a sound investment. They said they did see a return on the funds they entrusted with Wright. But after a couple years, they said things started going south. They no longer received dividends and Wright was difficult to reach. They allege when they asked questions about their investment or the financial health of the Gringo Star Street Bar, they were either ignored or not given an answer. When they did receive an answer, they allege it wasn’t a favorable one. In fact, two investors said Wright would answer with a “F**k you” if he didn’t like what was being asked of him. Veritas News was provided with a string of text messages allegedly between a shareholder and Wright that does show crude language. Wright was unavailable for comment. Lack of notification irks shareholders  Several shareholders said while they knew the bar was not doing well, they expected Wright would keep them updated as it its financial health. That didn’t happen, they allege, and it wasn’t until they saw a Jan 19 post on the bar’s Facebook page that they were notified of the closing. “It’s been real and it’s been fun but now it’s time to go. We know many of you have had some of your wildest nights at our lovely bar and we are glad we were able to be part of it  It’s been a great ride! Peace out Thanks for the memories!” the announcement stated. There was no other information provided. “I first heard of the closing on Facebook,” said an investor who had signed on to his account Jan. 20 and saw the announcement as he perused his newsfeed. “I received nothing from Julian.” Wright did notify investors, but not until Jan. 24, and not until after an investor contacted him wanting to know the status. Wright wrote: Hi All, It looks like we’ve finally closed a deal to sell Gringo Star.  We haven’t received funds yet but it’s looking good.  In anticipation of the sale closing we closed the business as well last week.  It’s been losing money and staff at a rapid rate so wasn’t worth keeping open even through the weekend. The sale price was $300,000 and included all FF&E, liquor license and inventory.  Quite frankly we were lucky to get that.  They probably could have bled us out and gotten it for half that.  Especially since the last $300,000 deal we had in escrow fell out the day before we were supposed to close (in October.) It will take us 45-60 days to reconcile as we have to await final statements from all vendors and make sure everything is paid off before making final distributions.  The deal was an all cash offer so at least there was no carry back. I could only guess at what the final amount will be as I don’t have all the financial info but I do know I’ve personally put in at least $60,000 in the last six months to keep the doors open and the staff paid and we had to pay $56,000 at closing to get caught up on rent, and that was after applying our $17,000 rent deposit. If you have any questions feel free to email, call or text me.  Attached are all the P&L’s I have in my computer.  I haven’t received Nov, Dec 2017 yet. Cheers, Julian Wright President   More questions than answers  The message from Wright left several shareholders with more questions than answers. “The new owner is doing construction and Wright doesn’t even have the money? That’s taking a risk,” an investor noted, adding that he believes Gringo Star closed due to mismanagement, hence, selling without having cash in hand was not a surprise. “There were too many comps and the place wasn’t kept up,” another investor said. Gringo Star Street Bar’s Jan. through Oct. 2017 profit and loss statement indicates the establishment took a  negative 37 percent change in sales. The 2016 profit and loss statement also indicates a loss of revenue. The bar is situated in the Mill Avenue District, a popular downtown strip located near Arizona State University. Arizona Leisure’s website states, “Without a doubt, Tempe’s Mill Avenue District is the hottest entertainment center in Arizona. It is the hot spot in the Valley of the Sun Phoenix area with the highest concentration of restaurants, cafes, microbreweries, sports bars, unique shopping and nightlife than any other place in the Metro area.” The location of the bar and its proximity to the university leaves one investor baffled as to Gringo Star’s demise. “It’s a popular area and a college hangout,” the shareholder noted. “I thought it would be a good investment. Lots of foot traffic.” College students and foot traffic weren’t enough to keep Gringo Star out of the red, according to another shareholder. “It was mismanaged. They were giving out too many comps and not watching the bottom line.” What will happen next, the shareholders said they aren’t sure. Those interviewed said they hope to receive some money from the sale, however, noted they won’t be surprised if they don’t. “We probably won’t see a nickel. I’ll be surprised if we do,” said one investor. “And letting the new owner start construction before money has exchange hands is a risk, and it could be a liability to all of us. Anything could happen.”

On this episode, we get sauced with our first live guests! We take a field trip to Still 630 in downtown St. Louis to chat with David Weglarz, @still630, and Andrew Spaugh, @indomitablebreard, about all the amazing things happing in their distillery and the Library Bar. David shares with us how he founded the distillery, the unique meaning behind the name and some of their upcoming releases. For more information about Still 630, check out their website https://www.still630.com/. #staysauced Intro and Outro Music by: Night Hike Check them out of FacebookWe'd love to hear from you if you enjoy beer, bourbon and/or bbq! Send us an email or find us on Instagram:Email:  Hello@shopbeerbourbonbbq.com Instagram:  Kevin Ronecker @beerbourbonbbq  Alex Werner @the.alex.experimentIf you love our show, leave us a 5 star review and we'll enjoy a pour in your honor.We Have Merch check out our store often as we are always adding new items and designs

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Welcome to Episode 27, where Les Filles talk with author, screenwriter, and Alina’s personal hero Diane Duane! Diane spoke to us from the Library Bar in Dublin, after having seen The Battle of the Five Armies. After the episode is … Continue reading →

Welcome aboard the Carnival Breeze from Carnival Cruise Lines! Discover the Carnival Breeze and tour her many exciting venues: Tides Pool, Seaside Theatre, Beach Pool, SportSquare, SkyCourt, WaterWorks, Blue Iguana Cantina, Guy's Burger Joint, Serenity Adult Only Retreat, Cloud 9 Spa, Lido Marketplace, Cucina del Capitano, Fahrenheit 555 Steakhouse, Piano Bar 88, Limelight Lounge, Liquid Nightclub, Bonsai Sushi, Red Frog Pub, Ocean Plaza, Fat Jimmy's C-Side BBQ, Fun Hub, Winner's Luck Casino, The Fun Shops, The Library Bar, Sapphire Restaurant, Thrill Theater, Circle C, Club O2, Blush Restaurant, Breeze Bar and atrium.