NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA — We sat down with local bartender, Alex, while their crush was also at the bar. “Hi, here’s a menu! I’m so sorry, but it’s going …
Bartender Hooks It Up, Gives Guest Exactly What They Ordered and A Check That Represents That
LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA — The drinks scene in Echo Park is abuzz about a local bartender who totally f*cking hooks it up. “Yo, go see Ginny, she’s my girl. …
How to Make Drinks Just as Fast and Look Cool Doing It, Why ‘Pouring With the Spoon Still There’ Could Be Right For You
TUCSON, ARIZONA — “It has changed everything.” Local bartender Molly Darnell in constantly on the lookout for that little something to add to her bartending repertoire. Finally, it seems …
FALLEN HERO — Cream Covered Jigger Found in Sink Hours After Cream Drink Went Out
NEW YORK, NEW YORK — A shocking discovery in the suburbs of Chicago today, as the body of a mature jigger was discovered in the sink of local bistro Numbers …
FASHION — Yesterday’s Aprons Are Today’s Backwards Aprons
NASHVILLE, TENNESSEE — Fashion is an ever evolving river, slowly shifting directions over time. We caught up with local server Isabelle Davis for her thoughts on the latest trends. …
Uniform For New Vegan Restaurant Is White Overalls and Bandana, Probably
COLUMBUS, OHIO — To say that it’s a dynamic time in the restaurant industry would be an understatement. We are still in the ashes of the COVID-19 pandemic, but some …
CLEAR THE WAY — Bar Chef Coming Through to Make Fancy Sugar Water
DALLAS, TEXAS — As hardened industry veterans, it isn’t easy to make the entire kitchen Leann’s Bistro feel starstruck all at once. But when the flawless technique of legendary house …
REPORT — Which Year of Culinary School Taught You to Take Lemon Juice From the Bar?
NEW ORLEANS, LOUISIANA — Over the past couple decades, since bars across the world have made the switch to fresh citrus, there has been a crucial change to the way …
STORM WATCH — Local Bartender Preps for Big Blizzard
BROOKLYN, NEW YORK — Winter has landed and local bartender, Diana Mott, is gearing up to take on the snow. We caught up with her while she was buttoning up. …
REPORT — Startender Doing That Finger Pour Again
TWIN CITIES, MINNESOTA — The weight of the world lies on the performer in mid-performance. Similarly so, the weight of the world must be in that bartender’s shaking tin who …
DC Area McDonalds ‘Not Sure If We Will Ever Recover From This Loss’
WASHINGTON, DC — With the changing of the guard in the White House comes a surprisingly massive shift in the food supply of the DC metro area. Local franchisee of …
ON THE FLY — Guest Has Somewhere To Be In An Hour, No Need To Course It Out
WASHINGTON, DC — Sometimes guests want the long, elegant, drawn out service — sometimes they have somewhere to be. “Yeah, uh, no need to course that out,” the bullet …
THE NEWS — Here’s Another Study About Red Wine Being Heart Healthy or Whatever
NEW YORK, NEW YORK — It’s important to have those evergreen sharable stories in your back pocket for slow news days. We sat down with a local beverage media publisher …
New Hire Totally Bartended At All Those Places on Resume
PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND — Any bar or restaurant owner will tell you that finding good help is one of the biggest hurdles to clear. Building a team that is dedicated …
‘I Drank An Ounce a Day And Just Like That, POOF, Their Whiskey Was Gone,’ Local Roommate Recounts Perfect Crime
TAMPA, FLORIDA — We caught up with a local roommate after they pulled what media outlets are calling “the heist of the century.” “I stole an ounce a day …
OPINION — Nice Try Kid, But This ID Clearly Says You Were Born in 2000
ATLANTA, GEORGIA — Thwarting underage drinking in bars is a constant struggle for bars. But this year, we are getting reports that the youngsters are growing more emboldened than ever. …
Mixologist Dazzles Back of House with His Cutting-Edge Technique, a Pinch of Salt
PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA — The bar at The Row House restaurant is known locally as a cocktail destination, and its name is synonymous with the superstar Head Bartender and Mixologist, Robin …
‘Better Go Ahead and Get Some Well-Done Steaks Going’ Advises DC Area Applebees Manager
WASHINGTON, DC — It is a hectic evening at the Applebee’s franchise in the Arlington area, just across the water from Washington, DC. “Okay listen up, these people are …
‘Bars Selling Drinks to People for Money’ Predicted as Top Beverage Industry Trend For 2021
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Aunt Patty Wondering If You Got The Gift She Sent
CLEVELAND, OHIO — We sat down with your Aunt Patty who was wondering if you got those martini glasses she sent for Christmas. “I saw them at the craft …
PENCILS OUT — Here Comes That Coworker Who Always Has a Better Way to Do Everything
NEW YORK, NEW YORK — We recently sat down with that coworker who always has a better way to do everything. Not by choice, he just popped up out of …