NOLADrinks

Exploring the World of Drink, Food & Culture in New Orleans and Beyond!

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The NOLADrinks Show – Turning Tables – 2021Ep1

On this edition of The NOLADrinks Show, we’re back with new shows here in 2021! To start things off, we have an important conversation with the team from Turning Tables. The program is “changing the face of hospitality by cultivating leadership and creating a model for equitable access to career pathways.” We talk with program leaders, including founder and director, Touré Folkes, educators, and students, both past and present.

Pictured above – From left front row – Alana Peck, Touré Folkes, Deniseea Taylor. From left back row – Bryan Dias, Roxy Eve Narvaez, Jeri Guilford, Geoffrey Wilson, and Tim Stevens.

The NOLADrinks Show – Turning Tables – 2021Ep1

In our featured interview, taped at the Southern Food and Beverage Museum, we talk with several participants in the Turning Tables program, including Touré Folkes, who started the program here in New Orleans.

It is a terrific organization that “advocates for diversity, visibility, and inclusivity in the hospitality industry by providing mentorship, educational tools, and platforms to support and sustain the Black and Brown communities of New Orleans.”

Turning Tables recently graduated their second class of students, called “externs.” We talk with some of the externs who participated in the program. We also talk with some of the educators and mentors that bring their wide-ranging experience and knowledge to the fore.

Also, we touch on the experiential learning aspect of the program, the emphasis on health and wellness, and the camaraderie and kinship that is fostered through participating. An important part of our conversation is the need for improved representation and equity in the hospitality industry (and, of course, society at-large.)

Our guests share inspiring stories and thoughts related to their journeys, their motivations for getting involved in Turning Tables, and how they are building their own table, not just seeking a seat at existing ones. We talk about how the program has evolved from the first iteration, as well.

During most of our featured interview, we rotate guests in and out of the chat. But everyone sticks around for our podcast-only segment, “Another Shot with NOLADrinks,” where we continue the conversation with the whole group!

Our guests include Touré Folkes, Deniseea Taylor, Geoffrey Wilson, Tim Stevens, Roxy Eve Narvaez, Jeri Guilford, and Alana Peck. Thanks to them for the time, insight, and inspiration!

This show is part of our ongoing “Sustainability Series.”

You can subscribe to, stream, and download The NOLADrinks Show with Bryan Dias podcast using the links and player at the top of the post! Thanks to the Southern Food and Beverage Museum for hosting us!

Cheers and Be Well, You All!

~ Bryan

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The NOLADrinks Show – Wines of the Southwest USA – Dec20Ep6

On this week’s The NOLADrinks Show with Bryan Dias, we chat with author Jessica Dupuy. She recently wrote a book called The Wines of the Southwest USA. It covers the states of Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, and Texas. We discuss these regions and learn more about her publication.

Please note – we held the release of the podcast version of this and a few other great shows (last one – on to new 2021 shows!) so that they could be included in the relaunch of The Nitty Grits Podcast Network – the podcast network connected to the Southern Food and Beverage Museum and the National Food and Beverage Foundation.

Pictured above – Jessica Dupuy, author of Wines of the Southwest USA on the wine industries in Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, and Texas.

The NOLADrinks Show – Wines of the Southwest USA – Dec20Ep6

In our featured interview, we speak with author, Jessica Dupuy. She is based in Austin, Texas and writes on various topics including food, wine, spirits, and the people connected to those things. She recently published a book, “The Wines of the Southwest USA.”

The book covers the wine regions found in Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, and Texas. Though many of us may not be familiar with the wines and the wine industry in these four states, there are a lot of exciting things happening in each. We discuss the book, the challenges in putting it together, and give you a snapshot of the places it covers.

It is a fascinating conversation discussing these regions. Each has a long-standing history of winemaking, which we discuss. But it has only been in recent years, for the most part, that their respective industries have grown and made great strides in both quality and approach.

We talk about how the industry in each state has developed. This includes touching on the journeys they have taken to produce good wines based on a better understanding of their terroir, learning from other regions, and taking advantage of their realities. Additionally, we chat about the market for these wines (in all four states, the vast majority of the wine is consumed locally) and what the current landscape looks like.

Along the way, we learn about Jessica’s background and talk about the book. It is an excellent guide that informs readers on the regions, terroir, and producers. It is a terrific resource for those looking to explore these up-and-coming winemaking states!

You can subscribe to, stream, and download The NOLADrinks Show with Bryan Dias podcast using the links and player at the top of the post!

Cheers and Be Well, You All!

~ Bryan

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The NOLADrinks Show – Wines of Portugal – Dec20Ep5

On this installment of The NOLADrinks Show with Bryan Dias, we talk with wine author, lecturer, and consultant, Richard Mayson. He is an expert on all-thing Portuguese wine and has recently penned a new book, The Wines of Portugal. We discuss that country’s wine industry, some history, varietals, terroir, and more!

Please note – we held the release of the podcast version of this and a few other great shows (one more to go!) so that they could be included in the relaunch of The Nitty Grits Podcast Network – the podcast network connected to the Southern Food and Beverage Museum and the National Food and Beverage Foundation.

Pictured above – Portuguese wine expert, Richard Mayson, along with two of his terrific publications.

The NOLADrinks Show – Wines of Portugal – Dec20Ep5

On this edition of the show, we chat with wines of Portugal expert, Richard Mayson, from his home near Sheffield, England. We explore various aspects of the country’s wine industry. Though, wine production has taken place there for centuries, there is a lot you may not know about this fascinating wine producing nation.

We discuss the history of winemaking including discussing modern times and how the industry has transformed over recent decades. Richard, along with being a noted author and consultant, also owned a winery in Portugal for several years. He shares some of his insight and intimate knowledge in our conversation.

Though Portugal’s winemaking is vast, spanning a wide range of terroir, styles, and varietals, we touch on some key regions and grapes that you should know. We touch on red wines and discuss how the country produces some terrific white wines, as well. Of course, we also discuss Port and Madeira.

Richard lets us know about his publications including his new book, The Wines of Portugal. It’s a terrific book for wine lovers that is part guidebook, listing important wineries, varietals, and regions, and part reference book that unfolds the country’s winemaking past, present, and future.

Throughout the conversation, we learn about Richard’s background and his journey through the world of Portuguese wine. He sticks around for our podcast-only segment, “Another Shot with NOLADrinks,” where we continue the chat.

You can subscribe to, stream, and download The NOLADrinks Show with Bryan Dias podcast using the links and player at the top of the post.

Cheers and Be Well, You All!

~ Bryan

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The NOLADrinks Show – Black Bourbon Society and Diversity Distilled – Dec20Ep4

On this edition of The NOLADrinks Show with Bryan Dias, we chat with Samara Davis, CEO and Founder of the Black Bourbon Society and Armond Davis, the organization’s COO. They have also started a new non-profit called “Diversity Distilled” that we discuss.

Please note – we held the release of the podcast version of this and a few other great shows (we’re almost caught up!) so that they could be included in the relaunch of The Nitty Grits Podcast Network – the podcast network connected to the Southern Food and Beverage Museum and the National Food and Beverage Foundation.

Pictured above from left – Samara Davis and Armond Davis of the Black Bourbon Society and Diversity Distilled.

The NOLADrinks Show – Black Bourbon Society and Diversity Distilled – Dec20Ep4

In our featured interview, we talk with the founder and CEO of the Black Bourbon Society (BBS), Samara Davis, and her husband, Armond Davis, the organization’s COO.

We discuss the history and mission of the organization. The Black Bourbon Society is a membership-organization that “bridges the gap between the spirits industry and African American bourbon enthusiasts.” They do so by using their social media platforms, events, education, and exclusive excursions.

Importantly, they seek to “challenge traditional direct consumer marketing standards by curating experiences that genuinely engage [their] unique demographic, and advocate for diversity and inclusion through speaking events engagements and consulting within the spirits industry.”

Given their model and emphasis on event-driven activities, we discuss how they have adapted their programs to the current pandemic situation. We discuss the ongoing importance and relevance of their work. This includes some key ideas and dynamics that relate to marketing and how the spirits industry often misses the mark when messaging to African Americans.

Also, we talk about the non-profit organization they started in the not-too-distance past called, “Diversity Distilled.” It’s a terrific program that looks to advance people of color throughout the spirits and hospitality industries. They engage in consulting, training, market research and more striving to create fair and equitable opportunities for people of all backgrounds working or seeking to work in these industries.

Samara and Armond stick around for our podcast-only segment, “Another Shot with NOLADrinks,” where we continue the chat and talk about bourbon! You can subscribe to, stream, and download The NOLADrinks Show with Bryan Dias podcast using the links and player at the top of the post.

Cheers and Be Well, You All!

~ Bryan

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The NOLADrinks Show – Craft Spirits Industry in the US – Dec20Ep2

On this week’s The NOLADrinks Show with Bryan Dias, we talk with Becky Harris, Maggie Campbell, and Chris Montana of the American Craft Spirits Association. We talk about the association and the state of the craft spirits industry in the US with an eye to the pandemic.

Please note – this show was taped in latter part of 2020. This was due in part to ensure that this show was part of the reboot of the Nitty Grits Network, which has just happened here in January 2021. Check it out!

Pictured above from left – Becky Harris of Cactoctin Creek Distilling, Maggie Campbell of Privateer Rum, and Chris Montana of Du Nord Craft Spirits. All of whom are current or previous leaders in the American Craft Spirits Association and remain actively involved.

The NOLADrinks Show – Craft Spirits Industry in the US – Dec20Ep2

On this installment of the show, we talk with three folks from the American Craft Spirits Association (ACSA). It is an education and advocacy group that supports the craft spirits industry in the United States. It is owned and operated by the member themselves.

We chat with the association’s current president, Becky Harris, who is also the co-owner and head distiller of Catoctin Creek Distilling, Maggie Campbell, a former VP of the association and president and head distiller of Privateer Rum, and Chris Montana, a former president of the association and owner of Du Nord Craft Spirits.

We discuss the organization, its history, and its role in promoting and supporting the craft spirits industry in the US. Importantly, we talk about the state of the industry with an emphasis on the effects of the covid pandemic. We also chat about where the industry seemed headed prior to the pandemic and where things may be headed in the future.

Additionally, we learn about each of their respective roles, past and present with the ACSA, as well as each of their distillery businesses.

Becky, Maggie, and Chris stick around to chat further on our podcast-only segment, “Another Shot with NOLADrinks.”

You can subscribe to, stream, and download The NOLADrinks Show with Bryan Dias podcast using the links and player at the top of the post.

Cheers and Be Well, You All!

~ Bryan 

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The NOLADrinks Show – The Economics of Craft Beer – Dec20Ep3

On this episode The NOLADrinks Show with Bryan Dias, we’re talking the economics of craft beer! More specifically, we chat with the chief economist for the Brewers Association, Bart Watson. This organization is made up of and represents the lion’s share of the craft beer industry in the United States. We discuss the year in craft beer through Q3 of 2020, effects the pandemic has had on the industry, and much more!

Please note – this show was taped in the latter part of 2020. This was due in part to ensure that this show was part of the reboot of the Nitty Grits Network, which has just happened here in January 2021. Check it out!

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The NOLADrinks Show – The Economics of Craft Beer – Dec20Ep3

In our featured interview, we welcome Bart Watson, chief economist for the Brewer’s Association (BA). The BA is a non-profit trade organization representing approximately 70% of all US craft breweries. The organization is made up of their member brewers and seek to advocate for them in the policy world and marketplace.

We discuss various aspects of the craft beer economy in the US including trends, areas of growth, and more. The effects of the pandemic on the industry are discussed with a look at several specifics and how the industry has attempted to adjust.

Some of this includes conversations about on and off-premise sales, production, shifts in purchasing patterns, and much more.

Also, we talk about the Brewer’s Association, its mission, and the work it does in various aspects of the craft beer world including advocacy, certification, and best practices. Bart lets us know a bit about his background and how he became a “beer economist.” Additionally, we chat about the “economy of beer” including contrasting it with other sectors.

You can subscribe to, stream, and download The NOLADrinks Show podcast using the link and player at the top of the post!

Cheers and Be Well, You All!

~ Bryan

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The NOLADrinks Show – Building a New Table – Dec20Ep1

On this installment of The NOLADrinks Show, we talk with the seminar panelists of “Building a New Table” that took place during last year’s Tales of the Cocktail. We chat with Jackie Summers, Yannick Benjamin, Lynette Marrero, and Samara Rivers.

Please note – this show was taped in latter part of 2020. This was due in part to ensure that this show was part of the reboot of the Nitty Grits Network, which has just happened. We discuss this in the newly recorded “Parting Shot” on this episode!

Pictured above from left – Jackie Summers, Lynette Marrero, Samara Rivers, and Yannick Benjamin.

The NOLADrinks Show – Building a New Table – Dec20Ep1

We kick things off letting you know what’s up on this week’s show and some things to look for coming down the line.

Then, via Zoom, we have our featured interview. It’s a discussion about opportunity, inclusion, and seeking your own path. We’re joined by entrepreneur, writer, and activist Jackie Summers aka “Jack from Brooklyn,” founder of the Black Bourbon Society and Diversity Distilled, Samara Davis, noted sommelier, para-athlete, and co-founder of Wheeling Forward, Yannick Benjamin, and famed bartender and co-founder of Speed Rack, Lynnette Marrero.

Our guests presented this important panel virtually at last year’s Tales of the Cocktail. Jackie organized and moderated the panel. He recruited the other three panelists who brought terrific insight and passion to not on the panel, but also to this episode.

We discuss ideas and concepts covered by the panel. We also discuss how and why someone should “build their own table” and blaze their own path. It’s an inspiring chat about inclusion and empowerment.

All four of our guests stick around for our podcast-only segment, “Another Shot with NOLADrinks,” where we continue the conversation.

We close things out on our “Parting Shot” letting you know about the Nitty Grits Network, a relaunched podcast network that is part of the Southern Food Beverage and Museum. We are an inaugural show on the network and helped with its reboot. We explain how this, in part, is why you are hearing this show and the next handful a bit later than normal.

Thanks to our friends at Tales of the Cocktail for helping facilitate this show!

Cheers and Be Well, You All!

~ Bryan  

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The NOLADrinks Show – Spirits of India – Nov20Ep2

On this edition of The NOLADrinks Show with Bryan Dias, we explore the spirits of India! It’s a country with a long and diverse story of alcohol production. We chat with Monica Badlani with Somrus Cream Liqueurs, Ashok Chokalingham of Amrut Distilleries, and Vrushab Habib of Heritage Spirits.

Please note – The opening and featured interview portions of the show were recorded before the US general election. The “Parting Shot” was not!

Pictured above from left – Monica Badlani of Somrus Cream Liqueurs, Ashok Chokalingham of Amrut Distilleries, and Vrushab Habib of Heritage Spirits.

The NOLADrinks Show – Spirits of India – Nov20Ep2

We start it all off letting you know what’s up with this week’s show. We also let you know a bit about what’s coming down the pike on the program.

Then, we have our featured interview on the spirits of India! We discuss the history of liquor production in India, it’s varied landscape, and what today’s scene looks like – both domestically in India and internationally on the export market.

We are joined by three terrific guests from three different producers, two of which are based in India while the third is US-based with strong Indian ties and influences.

We’re joined by Ashok Chokalingham, head distiller and marketing director for Amrut Distilleries, a fine producer of spirits including world-class whiskies. Also joining us is Vrushab Habib, product director for Heritage Spirits, which produces, among other things, a traditional Indian liqueur from the state of Goa, Kafi Feni. Rounding out our fascinating guest panel is Monica Badlani, COO and a partner with Somrus, a US-based producer of fine cream liqueurs that draws heavily on their Indian heritage.

Pictured above from left – Here’s a bit (but not all!) of what we tasted on the show – Somrus Coffee Cream Liqueur, Kafi Feni by Heritage Spirits, and Amrut “Fusion” Single Malt Whisky.

Of course, part of the show is tasting various expressions from these terrific and diverse producers, learning about their stories, and how and where they fit into the overall picture of Indian spirits. We talk about the high level of quality these producers seek to achieve, often against a backdrop of mass-produced liquor of lesser quality. We discuss the markets for these spirits, as well.

Ashok, Monica, and Vrushab stick around for our podcast-only segment, “Another Shot with NOLADrinks,” where we continue the conversation and taste more expressions. During this segment we’re also joined by Jane Campbell of Glass Revolution Imports, Amrut’s US importer; Vignaraj Gadvi, a colleague of Vrushab; and New Orleans-based spirits broker and educator, Phil Minissale of PM Brokerage, which represents Amrut and Kafi Feni in the NOLA market.

Cheers and Be Well, You All!

~ Bryan

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The NOLADrinks Show – LGBTQ+ in the Hospitality and Liquor Industries with Chris Cabrera – Nov20Ep1

On this edition of The NOLADrinks Show with Bryan Dias, we welcome back our friend, Chris Cabrera. They are an LGBTQ+ educator and activist along with being the newly minted LGBTQ+ Portfolio Ambassador for Bacardi!

Please note – the opening and featured interview of this show were taped before the US national election. (But, not the “Parting Shot!”)

Pictured above – Chris Cabrera, activist, educator, and LGBTQ+ Portfolio Ambassador for Bacardi.

The NOLADrinks Show – LGBTQ+ in the Hospitality and Liquor Industries with Chris Cabrera – Nov20Ep1

We kick things off letting you know what’s on tap for this edition of The NOLADrinks Show and some things to be on the lookout for in the coming weeks.

Then, we have our featured interview with Chris Cabrera, LGBTQ+ Portfolio Ambassador for Bacardi. They are also an advocate, activist, and educator for the queer community.

We talk about the seminar that Chris and others put on during October’s Tales of the Cocktail called, “The Queer Handbook for the Recently Woke.” You can see it here on the Tales YouTube account or stream it below.

Pictured above – Chris Cabrera, activist, educator, and LGBTQ+ Portfolio Ambassador for Bacardi.

Our discussion includes topics and ideas shared during the seminar and, also, a broader conversation not only on the queer community in the hospitality and liquor industries but in our society in general.

As always with Chris, there is serious talk as well as a lot of laughs! We wrap things up on our podcast-only segment, “Another Shot with NOLADrinks,” we discuss some of the similarities and realties in a covid NYC (where they are) and here in New Orleans.

Cheers and Be Well, You All!

~ Bryan

Tales of the Cocktail 2020 Seminar – “The Queer Handbook for The Recently Woke” Presented by Grey Goose Vodka. Courtesy of Tales of the Cocktail.

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The NOLADrinks Show with Bryan Dias – The Bourbon Bettys – Oct20Ep3

On this edition of The NOLADrinks Show with Bryan Dias, we welcome the Bourbon Bettys! They’re a group of women with a podcast who share their love of and insight into the world of bourbon.

Pictured above – Bryan Dias of The NOLADrinks Show (center) along with the Bourbon Bettys (from left) Barbara Hirsch-Napolitano, Katie Garrett, Kristi Atkinson, and Courtney Cantrell.

The NOLADrinks Show with Bryan Dias – The Bourbon Bettys – Oct20Ep3

We start things off letting you know what’s up on this week’s show. We also let you know about some upcoming episodes to be on the lookout for!

Then, we’re off to our featured interview with the Bourbon Bettys. We tape this episode at the New Orleans residence of Barbara Hirsch-Napolitano (one of the Bourbon Bettys) and Tracy Napolitano. They are the founders of the New Orleans Bourbon Festival.

Along with Barbara, we’re joined by Katie Garrett, founder and owner of the Old Hickory Whiskey Bar in Pensacola, Courtney Cantrell, who works alongside Katie at the bar, and the Bourbon Betty’s producer, Christi Atkinson.

Pictured above from left – Kristi Atkinson, Courtney Cantrell, Barbara Hirsch-Napolitano, and Katie Garrett.

It’s a rare time that the Betty’s are all able to be in one place to tape some shows, talk whiskey, and have some fun! We join in the proceedings and talk with them about their podcast, how they got into bourbon, and why they do the show. We discuss the importance of women in the world of bourbon and how that is core message of their podcast.

We sip on some fine expressions and even partake in a couple of their traditions when they record their episodes. The fun continues on our podcast-only segment, “Another Shot with NOLADrinks.” The Bourbon Bettys podcast can be found on the ABV Network.

The map below shows the location of the Old Hickory Whiskey Bar in Pensacola, Florida. You can subscribe to, stream, and download The NOLADrinks Show with Bryan Dias podcast using the links and player at the top of the post!

Cheers and Be Well, You All!

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The NOLADrinks Show – Craft Beer Industry – Oct20Ep2

On this edition of The NOLADrinks Show with Bryan Dias, we welcome back our “unpaid beer correspondents,” Matt Horney and Sal Mortillaro. We talk about the state of the craft beer industry and other brew-related topics.

Pictured above from left – Matt Horney of Old Rail Brewing Co., Bryan Dias of The NOLADrinks Show, and Sal Mortillaro of the Beer Judging Certification Program.

We get things going letting you know about this episode and some upcoming shows as well.

Then, we head over to Old Rail Brewing Co. in Old Mandeville for our featured interview. We’re joined, as always when talking “beer,” by our “unpaid beer correspondents.” They are Matt Horney, certified beer judge and Old Rail’s brewmaster, and Sal Mortillaro, grand master beer judge with the Beer Judging Certification Program.

Pictured above – “Peach and Love” mead from the Savannah Bee Company.

Of course, we sample some terrific beers of Matt’s, including a delicious Belgian-style ale, and also an interesting and tasty mead from the Savannah Bee Company. As always, the conversation continues on our podcast-only segment, “Another Shot with NOLADrinks.”

The map below shows the location of Old Rail Brewing Co. You can subscribe to, stream, and download The NOLADrinks Show with Bryan Dias podcast using the links and player at the top of the post!

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The NOLADrinks Show – Blood x Sweat x Tears Vodka and Best Friends Animal Society – Oct20Ep1

On this edition of The NOLADrinks Show with Bryan Dias, we chat with Umberto Luchini of Blood x Sweat x Tears Vodka and Ledy Vankavage of Best Friends Animal Society. We discuss animal welfare and the vodka brand’s special connection to the cause.

Pictured above from left – Umberto Luchini of Blood x Sweat x Tears Vodka and Ledy Vankavage of Best Friends Animal Society.

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We start things off letting you know what’s up on this episode. We also let you know about some upcoming episodes for which to be on the lookout.

Then, we have our featured interview. We welcome Umberto Luchini co-onwer of Blood x Sweat x Tears Vodka located in Eugene, Oregon along with Ledy Vankavage, senior legislative attorney for Best Friends Animal Society.

We discuss issues connected to animal welfare and the programs Best Friends offers across the US. Among other things, they seek to reduce and eliminate the euthanization of shelter animals. In addition, they support, educate, and promote numerous other initiatives in support of animals. We touch on several of these.

Pictured above – Mr. Pickles, a rescue pit bull, of Blood x Sweat x Tears Vodka.

Why vodka and animal welfare? The founder and head distiller of BST Vodka, Ben Green, has a connection to the cause. This is due, in large part, to his special rescue pit bull, Mr. Pickles. The company actively supports and fundraises for Best Friends.

Ledy and Umberto stick around for our podcast-only segment, “Another Shot with NOLADrinks.” We talk a bit further about the issue of animal welfare. But, we mainly sip on and learn more about Blood x Sweat x Tears Vodka.

Ledy and Umberto stick around for our podcast-only segment, “Another Shot with NOLADrinks.” We talk a bit further about the issue of animal welfare. But, we mainly sip on and learn more about Blood x Sweat x Tears Vodka.

The map below shows the location of the Blood x Sweat x Tears Vodka distillery. You can subscribe to, stream, and download The NOLADrinks Show with Bryan Dias podcast using the links and player at the top of the post.

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The NOLADrinks Show – Tales of the Cocktail 2020 Annual Preview – Sep20Ep1

We’re back with our annual preview show for Tales of the Cocktail 2020! We talk with Caroline Rosen, president of the Tales of the Cocktail Foundation. We discuss some of their changes and challenges and what to look for with this upcoming (now) virtual event!

Pictured above from left – Caroline Rosen of the Tales of the Cocktail Foundation and Bryan Dias of The NOLADrinks Show at the Southern Food and Beverage Museum.

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We kick things off letting you know about this episode as well as some of our upcoming action. We also mention how our thoughts are with the communities suffering from the effects of Hurricane Laura (which struck not long before we taped this featured interview. This was, of course, all recorded before Hurricane Sally and our sentiments are the same in that regard – please help where you can!)

Then, it’s off to the Southern Food and Beverage Museum (SoFAB) for our featured interview. We’re joined by Caroline Rosen who is the president of the Tales of the Cocktail Foundation. “Tales” is an organization that supports and educates the spirits and bartending industries offering wide-ranging programs and events.

We discuss the organization and, importantly, how they have adapted and faced challenges here in 2020 due to the pandemic. A key change has been pivoting their centerpiece event, “Tales of the Cocktail” from an in-person event that normally takes place in New Orleans each July to a global virtual event taking place online from September 21 through 24. It is the world’s largest spirits and bartending professional conference in the world.

Pictured above – Caroline Rosen of the Tales of the Cocktail Foundation at the Southern Food and Beverage Museum.

Additionally, we talk about some of the other challenges the organization and industry has faced. Reflective of this, Tales’ offerings at the event include seminars on dealing the current climate that has been extraordinarily tough on the bartending community and many spirits producers.

Though covid is on the minds (and in the programming) of everyone connected to Tales, important industry conversations on social issues such as inclusivity, sustainability, and more remain a critical part of the event and Tales’ overall mission. Of course, education on spirits, bartending, and professional development are still a part of the event’s and organization’s core.

Caroline sticks around for our exclusive podcast-only segment, “Another Shot with NOLADrinks.” We carry on the conversation and sip on some (much needed whiskey)!

We close things out with our Parting Shot – special shout-out to our friends at Jeff “Beachbum” Berry’s Latitude 29 who lost a team/family member recently.

The map below shows the location of the Southern Food and Beverage Museum. You can subscribe to, stream, and download The NOLADrinks Show with Bryan Dias podcast using the links and player at the top of this post.

Cheers and Be Well, You All!

~ Bryan

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Hey All! We're (finally) back with new shows after our summer break! On this edition of The #NOLADrinks Show with Bryan Dias, we welcome Mac McDonald and Phil Long of the Association of African American Vintners. We discuss the organization and many ideas connected to African Americans in the wine industry. We have some great stuff coming up soon! As always, we hope everyone is as well as you can be! To see more on this show and get the podcast from your favorite network, please check the link in our bio! Cheers and Be Well You All! . . . . . . #podcast #SustainabilitySeries #NOLA #drinknola #eatnola #imbibe #imbibegram #bartender #bartenderlife #mixologist #mixology #drinkstagram #hospitalityindustry #liquorindustry #inclusivity #diversity #representationmatters #jobtraining #opportunity #wine #winelover #blm #winetasting #instawine #winestagram #lvwinecountry #winecountry #sonoma (at New Orleans, Louisiana) https://www.instagram.com/p/CEc41fyl0B1/?igshid=1aobbs6knxzn

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On this edition of The NOLADrinks Show with Bryan Dias, we welcome Mac McDonald and Phil Long of the Association of African American Vintners. We discuss the organization and many ideas connected to African Americans in the wine industry.

Pictured above from left – Mac McDonald, founder of the Association of African American Vintners and owner/winemaker of Vision Cellars, Phil Long, President of the African American Vintners and owner/winemaker of Longevity Wines, and Ms. Lil, Mac’s life and business partner.

NOLADrinks Show – Association of African American Vintners – Aug20Ep1

We are fresh off our summer break and back with new shows! We start letting you know what’s up on this show and about our next one – our annual Tales of the Cocktail preview show!

Then, it’s off to our featured interview from our home studio. We welcome Mac McDonald and Phil Long of the Association of African American Vintners (AAAV). Mac is the organization’s founder and Phil is its current president. Also, Mac is the owner and winemaker of Vision Cellars located in Sonoma County and Phil is the owner and winemaker of Longevity Wines found in the Livermore Valley (both are in Northern California.)

We discuss the history of the organization, including its founding in 2002 by Mac. We also talk about what the organization seeks to achieve – building awareness and creating opportunity across all segments of the wine industry. Phil and Mac discuss some of the numbers related to African American vintners, economies of scale in smaller wineries, and much more.

Pictured above – Phil Long, President of the African American Vintners and owner/winemaker of Longevity Wines. Photo by Ron Essex Photography.

Pictured above – Mac McDonald, founder of the Association of African American Vintners and owner/winemaker of Vision Cellars.

Phil and Mac stick around for our podcast-only segment, “Another Shot with NOLADrinks.” For the most part, during this segment, we talk wine! This includes a chat about their programs, consumer preferences, and a lot more viticultural and vinicultural conversation!

We close things out with our Parting Shot talking about Jackie Robinson Day in Major League Baseball and more.

The map below shows the location of Longevity Wines and Vision Cellars. Please be aware that, at the time of our taping, their tasting rooms were not open due to covid and the wildfires in California were not as widespread. However, you can order their terrific wines online or get them at a retailer near you!

You can subscribe to, stream, and download The NOLADrinks Show with Bryan Dias podcast using the links and player at the top of this post.

Cheers and Be Well, You All!

~ Bryan

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On this edition of The #NOLADrinks Show with Bryan Dias, we talk about the historic Livermore Valley wine region located in the San Francisco Bay Area. Also, we discuss inclusivity in the wine industry. We welcome the Executive Director of the Livermore Valley Winegrowers Association, Chris Chandler, and owner/ winemaker of Longevity Wines and President of the Association of African American Vintners, Phil Long. To see more about this show and get the podcast from your favorite podcast network, check out the link in our bio! . . . . . . #podcast #wine #winelover #historyofwine #winetime #imbibegram #imbibe #drinkstagram #winetasting #instawine #winepairing #bartender #winemaker #winemaking #winestagram #NOLA #NewOrleans #sommelier #bar #cocktails #vineyard #winegeek #foodandwine #inclusivity #blackbusiness #livermorevalley #livermorevalleywine #winecountry #californiawines (at New Orleans, Louisiana) https://www.instagram.com/p/CDNbUtlFZeT/?igshid=1jk4vvnbw0pue